American Legion 0166 Paul Frank Flo

“The organization is comprised by the admission of members through application based upon national eligibility criteria of serving in the military during certain periods of time.”

“Members elect the officers (executive committee). There is a two month nominating period followed by a general election. Nominations can be made up to the night of the election. Each member has voting rights and a majority vote for each officer position is required.”

“A majority of the members must approve any disbursement exceeding $100, except for reoccuring expenditures such as utilities. All major improvements must be approved by majority. All receipts and disbursements are reported monthly and members may question any item on the report.”

“The finance officer reviews form 990 before filing and will answer inquiries by either the executive committee or the membership.”

“A stipend of $100 per year is offered to the current acting adjutant and finance officer in august of each year. The adjutant and finance officer can accept, reduce or refuse the stipend. This is offered due to the amount of additonal time required of these positions, and no approval is needed. It is reported to the full memebrship in the monthly report following the month of payment.”

“The constitution and bylaws are distributed to every member. These are available to anyone upon request. Financial and tax statements are available to anyone for public inspection upon request following the meeting at which they are presented.”

“The constitution and bylaws are distributed to every member. These are available to anyone upon request. Financial and tax statements are available to anyone for public inspection upon request following the meeting at which they are presented.”