Detroit 300 Conservancy

“Effective october 1, 2009, downtown detroit partnership, inc. ("ddpi"), a 501(c)(3) organization, became the sole member of detroit 300 conservancy ("d300").”

“Ddpi, as the sole member, shall be required to elect (or remove) the board of directors of d300.”

“Ddpi, as sole member, shall approve any amendments to the articles of incorporation or by-laws, approve the selection of auditors for the corporation, and approve any direct or indirect transactions between the corporation and either the board member or officer than contracts of employment entered into in the ordinary course of business providing reasonable compensation, and contracts for reimbursement of expenses actually and necessarily incurred in the performance of duties on behalf of the corporation. In addition, any other cases when required by law.”

“There are no committees with authority to act on behalf of the governing body.”

“The president reviews and signs the form 990 before filing with the internal revenue service. The board of directors reviews the annual audit, which is used to provide the form 990 information.”

“All board members are included under the conflicts of interest policy. Board members are required to disclose any conflicts of interest and any disclosures are included in meeting minutes. No restrictions are imposed, but any conflicts are disclosed and documented.”

“The executive board of detroit 300 conservancy reviews the requirements and determines the compensation of the president. The president's salary is considered paid by another organization.”

“All documents required to be made avilable to the public are available for public inspection upon written request.”

“Beacon park - beacon park opened july 20, 2017. The park infuses light, energy, and motion to create a distinctive gathering place, and an unforgettable experience for visitors of all ages. The circular, open lawn is the largest of any downtown detroit park and gives visitors room to run, play, relax and recharge. The park provides year-round programming, interactive light installations and a contemporary restaurant with a rooftop garden and dining space for panoramic views of the park and city skyline. The park has activated 1.2 acres, improved walkability, and created a catalyst for cultural vibrancy and economic development.”

“Security/ambassador services: program service expenses 472,183. Management and general expenses 0. Fundraising expenses 0. Total expenses 472,183. Event operations services - programming: program service expenses 0. Management and general expenses 146,724. Fundraising expenses 0. Total expenses 146,724. Event operations - development consultant: program service expenses 0. Management and general expenses 99,000. Fundraising expenses 0. Total expenses 99,000. Planning consultant services: program service expenses 0. Management and general expenses 78,952. Fundraising expenses 0. Total expenses 78,952. Holiday lighting: program service expenses 216,315. Management and general expenses 0. Fundraising expenses 0. Total expenses 216,315. Rink operations/maintenance: program service expenses 203,983. Management and general expenses 0. Fundraising expenses 0. Total expenses 203,983. Park maintenance: program service expenses 463,948. Management and general expenses 0. Fundraising expenses 0. Total expenses 463,948. Landscaping: program service expenses 89,483. Management and general expenses 0. Fundraising expenses 0. Total expenses 89,483. Park events: program service expenses 741,491. Management and general expenses 0. Fundraising expenses 0. Total expenses 741,491. Park rentals: program service expenses 97,483. Management and general expenses 0. Fundraising expenses 0. Total expenses 97,483. Placemaking: program service expenses 645,708. Management and general expenses 0. Fundraising expenses 0. Total expenses 645,708. Beacon park programming: program service expenses 1,824,580. Management and general expenses 0. Fundraising expenses 0. Total expenses 1,824,580.”