Landmark Credit Union

“Alabama banking code, section 5-17-5 states that, "credit union membership shall consist of the incorporators and such other persons as may be elected to membership and who subscribe to at least one share and pay the initial installment thereon and the entrance fee. Organizations, incorporated or otherwise, composed for the most part of the same general group as the credit union membership may be members. Credit union organization shall be limited to groups, of both large and small membership, having a common bond of occupation or association or to groups within a well- defined neighborhood, community or rural district." the membership of landmark credit union is open to anyone who resides, works, attends school, or worships in any area west of i-65, saint clair county, city of lincoln, and city of talladega. As of the december 31, 2013, the credit union had membership and provided services to approximately 4,300 members.”

“The board of directors are elected by the credit union's membership at the annual meeting. The credit union's bylaws govern the election procedures. The terms of the board of directors, as set by the bylaws, are 3 years and are staggered so that an equal number expire at each annual meeting. Prior to the annual meeting, the board chairman appoints a nominating committee to nominate a candidate for each vacancy. Nominations may also be made by petition. Election by the membership is performed through written ballots, unless there is only one nominee. All elections are determined by a plurality vote.”

“The following types of decisions are subject to approval by the credit union's members: election & termination of board members and supervisory committee members, expulsion of credit union members, conversion from state to federal charter, and merger decisions.”

“Management performs a review of the form 990 prior to filing.”

“Management's compensation is determined by the credit union's board of directors.”

“The credit union makes its governing documents available to the public upon request. The credit union's financial statements are posted monthly on a bulletin board within the credit union.”

“On an annual basis, the alabama credit union administration and/or the national credit union administration perform a regulatory examination of the financial statements and safety and soundness of the credit union. Additionally, the credit union's financial statements are audited by an independent accountant as of march 31 each year.”

“The credit union has a supervisory committee that is responsible for ensuring that the board of directors and management of the credit union - (1)meet required financial reporting objectives and (2) establish practices and procedures sufficient to safeguard members' assets. This includes overseeing the annual financial statement audit and the selection of the independent accountant.”