Advocates for Basic Legal Equality Inc

“The organization's governing body reviewed and approved the form 990 before filing.”

“Advocates for basic legal equality, inc. Regularly and consistently monitors and enforces compliance with its conflict of interest policy.”

“The finance and audit committee reviewed the compensation of the executive director and other staff during 2015 as part of the annual budget process. The committee then made a recommendation to the board of trustees, which made a final decision. Salaries for staff are based on a compensation plan. This plan is under review. In preparing the plan several factors are taken into account, including compensation paid for comparable positions in other organizations or public agencies. The executive director's compensation is determined in a similar way. Compensation is based on several factors, including performance and compensation paid for comparable positions in other similar organizations or public agencies. The finance and audit and human resources committees review the matter. The committee made a recommendation to the board, which made a final decision. This process is under review. Salary increases and one time adjustments, bonuses, and contributions to the retirement plan were paid in 2015.”

“The organization's governing documents, conflict of interest policy, and financial statements are available upon request.”

“A portion of the total fundraising expenses represent distributions to a related party, legal aid of western ohio, inc.”

“For 2015, the finance and audit committee directed management to solicit requests for proposals for audit services. The responses received were evaluated by the finance and audit committee along with management. The finance and audit committee recommended to the board the selection of the auditor, which was approved by the board. The board then executed an engagement letter for audit services. Management worked with the auditor's firm to achieve a preliminary audit report, which was presented by the auditors to the finance and audit committee. The finance and audit committee reviewed the preliminary report with the audit firm, then recommended acceptance of the audit report. The auditors also met with the board of trustees who reviewed and accepted the report. An opportunity was provided to the committee and the board to meet with the auditors outside the presence of staff.”