Catskill Center for Independence Inc.

“Review of Form 990 can be completed during the course of a regularly scheduled Board meeting at which a quorum is present. In the event no meeting is scheduled prior to the due date of filing Form 990, the Board of Directors may review and approve said form electronically with all approvals being forwarded to the Executive Director of CCFI.”

“Board members and senior staff will annually disclose and promptly update any disclosures previously made on an Annual Conflict Disclosure Questionnaire Form provided by the Center that requests them to identify their interests that could give rise to conflicts or interest, such as a list of family members, substantial business or investment holdings, and other transactions or affiliations with businesses and other organizations or those of family members as well as other nonprofit organizations.”

“The Board must determine before the compensation of the Executive Officer is changed, that the compensation to be paid to the officer is reasonable. When determining whether the officer's compensation or any change to the officer's compensation is reasonable, the Board must evaluate whether there is sufficient funds for the Center to award a raise to the Executive Officer, if funds are permitting then they base the increase in compensation on the amount of funds available and how long it has been since the last raise.”

“Governing documents including the conflict of interest policy and financial statements will be made available to the public upon request.”

“OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES 4: OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES 5: Assistive Competitive Employment Services (A.C.E.S) to Schoharie County residents who may have a mental health diagnosis and have a desire to enter or re-enter the workforce. A.C.E.S is an effective way to move people from dependence on a service delivery system to independence via competitive employment. Assistive Competitive Employment Services encourages job seekers to work within their communities and promotes social interaction and integration.A.C.E.S Employment Specialists offer vocational assessment and planning, job placement and career counseling as well as time-unlimited follow-along and follow-up services. We will work to develop jobs throughout the County and provide support to both the employee and employer, as needed. OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES 6: Navigator project - The IPA/Navigator will meet with individuals (and family members) privately at several locations throughout Schoharie County to provide Navigator services and assist with enrollment. The Navigator is also available to meet with small business owners to answer their questions about SHOP (Small Business Health Options) and help them enroll their company. Navigators can also meet with employees of small businesses to provide information about SHOP and the Marketplace.”