Bedford County Chamber of Commerce Inc

“Form 990, part vi, line 11: review session was held and directed by 990 preparer and was subsequently presented to the board of directors.”

“Any employee who has complaints or concerns with respect to ethical behavior, accounting controls, auditing matters, violations of state or federal laws or policies of the bedford county chamber of commerce is strongly encouraged to report such a complaint to the board of directors. Such submission may be directed to the attention of the board of directors or any member of the board of directors. As many details as possible should be included with the complaint, such as a description of the questionable activity, the names of the individuals involved, the names of possible witnesses, dates, times, places, and any other available details. Bedford county chamber of commerce encourages any employee to come forward with information. Retaliation is prohibited against the individual bringing the complaint or concern to the board of directors. However, any individual should feel free to report the complaint annonymously and confidentiality will be protected. Supervisors and managers who receive such complaints must consult with the board of directors prior to taking action. The board of directors have the authority and responsibility for undertaking the investigation; the board of directors handle the complaints relating to ethical or accounting practices. The board of directors will oversee the intake and response to complaints. The board or directors will fully evaluate and investigate the allegations of misconduct as expeditiously as possible. Individuals should avoid making false statements and not engage in any activity that is either unlawful or unreasonable. If the board of directors determine the complaint is outside the scope of the board of director's responsibility, it will refer the complaint to legal counsel for investigation. Complaints will be addressed in a timely manner, and the individual bringing the complaint before the board of directors will received a response. The board of directors will maintain a record of all such complaints and concerns, along with the investigative outcomes, on a confidential basis. Individuals bringing a complaint should in good faith participate in any subsequent procedures necessary to investigate the complaint. At the conclusion of any investigation or proceeding, the outcome will be communicated to the individual bringing the complaint. The bedford county chamber of commerce will not retaliate or take part in any form of reprisal against the individual bringing the complaint. Any such retaliation is prohibited. Employees who believe they may have been subject to retaliation should report such suspected retaliation to the board of directors in the same manner described about for the purpose of reporting questionable activity.”

“Executive and staff compensation approved by the executive committee of the board of directors and documented in the executive committee of the board of directors meeting minutes.”

“Form 990, part vi, section c, line 19: governing documents, conflict of interest policy, and financial statements are available upon request.”