Harlem Commonwealth Council Inc.

“The Form 990 is prepared with direct input from the CFO and president and is reviewed by the audit committee and distributed to each board member before filing. Questions or comments are to be brought to the attention of the President and the Form 990 paid preparer.”

“The organization's written conflict of interest policies and annual updates apply to officers, directors and employees. Compliance is monitored through internal control procedures on an ongoing basis by the CFO and President. Restrictions are imposed on voting rights of board members or officers where participation in the governing body's deliberations and decisions could result in conflicts of interest.”

“Compensation of the Chief Executive Officer and President is reviewed and approved by the board of directors, and the compensation and finance committee. The organization refers to compensation data for similarly qualified persons in functionally comparable positions. Outside legal counsel's analysis/study of comparable salary levels is used. Contemporaneous documentation of deliberations and decisions regarding compensation contracts is maintained. There are employment contracts for the CEO/President. No other officers or employees receive annual compensation in excess of $75,000 form the organization, including related entities.”

“The organization makes its governing documents, conflict of interest policy and financial statements available to the general public upon request. Audited financial statements are provided to donors, potential donors and funding sources. All documents are available at the organization's executive office. Financial and program information is published on the organizations website.”