Alligator Point Volunteer Fire Department

“Apvfd has members, but no stockholders. Membership is open to all residents of the local community, to all property owners even though non-resident, and business owners, and operators in the area. General membership includes active and associate members. Active members include persons regularly involved in activities or positions as described in the by-laws of the apvfd. Associate members are those not actively involved, but who are interested in supporting the mission and activities of the organization.”

“A meeting of the general membership is held annually and at such other times as the board of directors deems appropriate. Notice of a general membership meeting is required 14 days prior to a general membership meeting. Nomination and elections: not less than 30 days before the annual general membership meeting, the president shall appoint a nominating committee of three active members for the purpose of selecting a slate of 9 directors to be elected at the annual general membership meeting. Nominations may also be received from the floor at the annual general membership meeting. Officers: officers include fire-chief, president, vice-president, secretary and treasurer who are elected by the board of directors. Voting: voting is by written ballot for the election of directors. At general membership meeting, and board of directors meeting, voting is normally by voice. Qourum: the presence of seven or more members constitutes a quorum.”

“Prior to filing, a draft of form 990 (in pdf) is sent to the board of directors requesting their review and confirmation. Questions are addressed to the treasurer. This process is done through email.”

“Governing documents, conflict of interest policy and financial statements are available either by 1) request to the treasurer, secretarey or other officer, and 2) annual meeting of the general membership if a request is made prior to the meeting.”

“Cumulative depreciation adjustment.”

“TRAINING $10,707”