Hudson River Watershed Alliance Inc.

“The form 990 is reviewed first by the executive director and treasurer, along with members of the executive committee and finance committee. A complete copy of the form 990 is provided electronically to all board members prior to filing the form.”

“The organization has a conflict of interest policy that covers the board of directors. Each director completes a conflict of interest form annually. This form is prepared by the board secretary and reviewed by the board president. If any director has a material interest in any proposed or existing arrangement with the hudson river watershed alliance over the course of the year, they will promptly disclose this to the board president prior to the start of any negotiations. The president of the board shall refer the issue to the full board, the executive committee, or other board committee having decision-making authority over the substantive matter in question. The board or committee will investigate and address any conflicts of interest related to the board of directors. The board meeting minutes shall reflect the names of the directors who disclosed or otherwise were found to have a material interest in a proposed or existing arrangement of the alliance, the nature of the interest, and the extent of the director's participation in the relevant board or committee meeting on matters related to the material interest. The director who discloses an interest in a proposed or existing arrangement may make a presentation and respond to questions by the board or committee, but after such presentation, he or she shall leave the meeting during the discussion of, and vote on, the arrangement that results in the conflict of interest. As part of any such presentation, the director shall provide to the board of committee any reasons why the arrangement might be or not be in the best interest of the alliance. In no case shall the director attempt to otherwise influence the deliberation or voting on the matter giving rise to a conflict.”

“The organization's executive committee leads the process for determining compensation for the executive director. They used the consumer price index number for the new york metropolitan area to establish the annual cost of living adjustment, and conduct an annual performance review of the executive director. The executive committee's deliberation and decision- making process were documented and shared with the executive director and the board of directors. This process was last undertaken in 2023.”

“Governing documents, conflict of interest policy, and financial statements are available to the public upon request”

“To unite and empower communities to protect our shared waters. We work across the hudson river watershed to support watershed groups, help communities work together on water issues, and communicate as a collective voice.”

“Contract assistance 2,278 0 0 watershed characterization 25,608 0 0 total 27,886 0 0”