American Federation of Teachers

“Aft-west virginia/ afl-cio is a nonstock, nonprofit organization affiliated with the american federation of teachers, afl-cio (aft). Eligibility for membership in the organization is set forth in the constitution of aft-wv for those members within the jurisdiction of west virginia, and includes those who voluntarily join through a local union affiliate and, for jurisdictions without a local union, directly as part of local union no. 8046.”

“The organization's members through their elected delegates to the annual convention elect the officers and board members to serve a three (3) year term. Delegates are elected from each of the local affiliates to represent the affiliate members' interests. All board members must be members in good standing of the organization and must be eligible to hold office if elected.”

“The organization's executive board has complete authority to conduct the affairs of aft-wv subject to the organization's by-laws, the national american federation of teachers, afl-cio constitution, and applicable laws and statutes. All amendments to the organization's by-laws must be approved by a two-thirds majority vote of the delegates at a state convention.”

“The organization's president reviews the return with the independent accountant for completeness and accuracy when it is presented for signature. The president informs the executive board at its next meeting that the return has been filed; a public inspection copy has been made available in the organization's main office; and a copy has been posted to the organization's private secure web-portal for board members. The president will also typically discuss with the board any significant changes or observations that come from the return preparation.”

“The organization's governing documents and form 990 are available for inspection in the aft-wv afl-cio main office during normal business hours. Advance notice is requested.”

“All independent officers and board members serve without compensation.”