Local First Inc

“Members shall be locally-owned, independent businesses and farms, organizations, supporting 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 available 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 working with businesses on social and environmental best practices through the Best for Colorado program. 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. Collaborated in establishing and impleneting the Durango Creative District to support and build a creative economy and the launch of the Southwest Health Alliance to increase health literacy and reduce insurance premiums for businesses and individuals to keep healthcare dollars recirculating locally and support the local, independent business community, including healthcare practitioners.”