Local First Inc

“Members shall be locally-owned, independent businesses and farms, organizations, suppoting businesses and individuals who are committed to the purposes of the corporation as outlined in Article 2 of the bylaws.”

“A copy of Form 990 is provided to the board for review and approval prior to filing.”

“In situations where directors, staff, or agents of corporation, or their extended family members, stand to gain material benefit or suffer material loss from a decision of the corporation, that person shall: a) immediately inform the party charged with making the decision b) help the party making the decision by disclosing any material facts related to the decision c) recusing themselves from the discussion and, if necessary, the casting of votes on the decision.”

“Compensation of managing director is determined based on review of compensation for similar organizations in La Plata county; which is then reviewed by the executive committee and presented to the board for approval.”

“Documents are made avaliable to the public upon request.”

“OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES 4: Other programs and services to members include consumer targeted campaigns such as Independents Week (celebrating the spirit of independent business in our county) and outreach and mobilization efforts such as bringing in nationally-known speakers on the topic of a resilient local economy. We provide an online business directory, and reach out to the local media with press releases about sustainable economy issues. In addition, we organize members-only networking and collaboration events. OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES 5: Dining Guide - Published 2015 book/magazine to promote supporting local restaurants and related businesses and to educate about local food systems.”