Ellis County Farm Bureau Assoc

“The organization has members.”

“The organization has voting members who may elect one or more members of the governing body.”

“A copy of the form 990 is provided to each officer and director.”

“Persons covered by the policy may be required to annually disclose or provide an update of their interests to the ellis county farm bureau president on a formal disclosure form. Disclosure may include: listing family members, substantial business or investment holdings, and other transactions or affiliations with businesses and other organizations which could present a conflict of interest. For each interest disclosed to the ellis county farm bureau president, he/she will determine whether to (a) take action; (b) assure full disclosure to the board of directors and other individuals covered by the policy; (c) ask the person to excuse themselves from participation in related discussions or decisions; or (d) ask the person to resign from his or her position with the ellis county farm bureau.”

“Ellis county farm bureau does not currently make its governing documents, conflict of interest policy, or financial statements available to the general public.”

“To promote the development of the most profitable and permanent system of agriculture; the most wholesome and satisfactory living conditions; the highest ideals in home and community life and a general interest in the business of farming and in rural life; and to encourage active citizenship responsibility in local, state, national, and international affairs.”

“All activities offered to educate and/or improve quality of life for members. Programs offered to all members include health, safety, citizenship and marketing.”