Wisconsin Soybean Association Inc

“The Association is organized as a 501(c)(5) corporation and has members. There is only one class of members. To become a member, individuals must be an actual producer of soybeans whether as an owner, manager, or operator or the individual must be engaged in any part of the soybean industry. Individuals have to apply for active membership and pay annual dues. Members of the American Soybean Association who are residents in the state of Wisconsin are automatically members of the Wisconsin Soybean Association.”

“All members of the Wisconsin Soybean Association have full voting rights and are entitled to one and only one vote. Members elect directors by ballot. Nominations can be made from the floor, or a nominating committee may be appointed by the board, but the committees nominations may be supplemented by nominations from the floor.”

“The organization does not use committees. Since the board is a small board, all members help make decisions.”

“Executive director reviews the 990 before it is filed.”

“Every year the board meets to discuss and approve the executive directors salary. The board compares the executive directors salary to the salaries of other executive directors in other nonprofit organizations and considers the cost of living in Madison when making their final decision.”

“The organizations governing documents, policies, and financial statements are made available at the annual meeting each year and are always available in the office. They can be viewed by walking into the office or requesting copies.”

“The organizations governing documents, policies, and financial statements are made available at the annual meeting each year and are always available in the office. They can be viewed by walking into the office or requesting copies.”