National Sheriffs' Association

“The Association has members who vote for the board members, officers and approve or reject any proposed by laws changes.”

“Association members vote for the board members and the officers of the Association.”

“Association members approve any increase in dues, and any proposed changes to the by laws.”

“The tax return is reviewed by the Deputy Director and the CFO before it is sent to the Executive Director. The Executive Director reviews the tax return before signing it. No review was conducted or will conducted. The Board of Directors has given that review authority to the Executive Director.”

“At least twice a year, management reminds all board members of the conflict of interest policy and asks if there are have been any changes since the last form each person filled out and signed.”

“The Executive Committee of the Board of Directors reviews the Executive Directors contract each year and makes any recommendations to the full Board of Directors. The Executive Committee and the full Board of Directors reviews the full budget for the Association each year and votes on the salaries, in total, of all employees of the Association.”

“Part VI, Section C, line 19NSA makes information available to the public upon request. Documents are made available to public upon request.”

“Part III, line 2, new services, and Part VI, line 16aDuring the Tax year, 2016, the Association undertook an internet based buying portal project to enable its sheriff member offices to purchase items while going out to bid automatically. And to enable NSA to provide no or low cost training to its member sheriffs and their deputies.”

“Other Professional fees: TOTAL PROGRAM MANAGEMENT AND GENERAL Instructors for classes and contracts 406,945 406,945 -0-Media Support and Outreach 573,561 364,760 208,801Research new laws 181,485 -0- 181,485Edit magazine and support website 195,559 -0- 195,559TOTAL 1,357,550 771,705 585,845”