Elmore Volunteer Fire Department

“Any person who meets the qualifications set forth by the articles of incorporation and by-laws may become a member of this corporation upon recommendation of a member in good standing and upon election by the membership. Volunteer member: any person recommended by a member in good standing and elected by the membership in accordance with qualifications set forth in the by-laws of the corporation. Honorary member: any person, who, by his or her unselfish devotion to furthering the interest of fire protection, prevention and safety, has contributed to the welfare of the industry to such an extent as to make this person?s contribution outstanding and above normal fulfillment of their professional duties and responsibilities, may be eligible for honorary membership. Honorary members shall be elected by the membership upon recommendation and approval by the board of directors. Charter member: the term ?charter member? Shall be construed to mean a volunteer member who was accepted for membership before february 28, 1976. Each volunteer member is entitled to one vote to elect the board of directors of the organization. There are no membership materials available and membership certificates are not issued.”

“The board of directors are elected by active members of the organization. Each of these members is entitied to one vote for the members of board of directors.”

“Certain governance decisions are subject to approval by the active members. Each of these members is entitied to one vote.”

“No committee is authorized to act on behalf of the governing body.”

“The organization's president, president-elect, and treasurer review the form 990 prior to its filing.”

“The organization's board of directors are covered under the conflict of interest policy. Transactions where a conflict of interest is disclosed are reviewed by the board members. The board member involved in the conflict is excused from participating in the decision making process for the transaction.”

“No officers or directors are compensated for their service. Therefore, policies regarding compensation are not required.”

“The organization's governing documents which include a conflict of interest policy are available upon request. The organization's financial statements are not available for public inspection.”