Milestones of Development

“The Board of Directors review the Form 990 for revenue variances; compares donations to prior years and review major revenue and expense variances in conjunction with the annual budget development.”

“GeneralMilestones of Development requires directors, officers and employees to observe high standards of business and personal ethics in the conduct of their duties and responsibilities. As employees and representatives of Milestones of Development, we must practice honesty and integrity in fulfilling our responsibilities and comply with all applicable laws and regulations.Reporting ResponsibilityIt is the responsibility of all directors, officers and employees to report ethics violations or suspected violations in accordance with this Whistle-blower Policy.No RetaliationNo director, officer or employee who in good faith reports an ethics violation shall suffer harassment, retaliation or adverse employment consequence. An employee who retaliates against someone who has reported a violation in good faith is subject to discipline up to and including termination of employment. This Whistle-blower Policy is intended to encourage and enable employees and others to raise serious concerns within Milestones of Development prior to seeking resolution outside of Milestones of Development.Reporting ViolationsMilestones of Development has an open door policy and suggests that employees share their questions, concerns, suggestions or complaints with someone who can address them properly. In most cases, an employee's supervisor is in the best position to address an area of concern. However, if you are not comfortable speaking with your supervisor or you are not satisfied with your supervisor's response, you are encouraged to speak with someone in the Human Resources Department or anyone in management whom you are comfortable approaching. Supervisors and managers are required to report suspected ethics violations to the Milestones of Development's Compliance Officer, who has specific and exclusive responsibility to investigate all reported violations. For suspected fraud, or when someone is not satisfied or uncomfortable with following Milestones of Development's open door policy, individual should contact Milestones of Development's compliance Officer directly.Compliance OfficerThe Milestones of Development's Compliance Officer is responsible for investigating and resolving all reported complaints and allegations concerning violations and, at his/her discretion, shall advise the Executive Director and/or the audit committee. The Compliance Officer has direct access to the Board of Directors and is required to report to Board on compliance activity as frequently as deemed appropriate by the board.Accounting and Auditing MattersThe Board of Directors shall address all reported concerns of complaints regarding corporate accounting practices, internal controls or auditing. The Compliance Officer shall immediately notify the Board of any such complaint and work with the Board until the matter is resolved.Acting in Good FaithAnyone filing a complaint concerning a violation or suspected violation must be acting in good faith and have reasonable grounds for believing the information disclosed indicates a violation. Any allegations proven to have been made in bad faith or which have been made maliciously or knowingly to be false will be viewed as a serious disciplinary offense.ConfidentialityViolations or suspected violations may be submitted confidentially by the complainant or may be submitted anonymously. Reports of violations or suspected violations will be kept confidential to the extent possible, consistent with the need to conduct an adequate investigation.Handling of Reported ViolationsThe Compliance Officer will notify the sender and acknowledge receipt of the reported violation or suspected violation within five business days. All reports will be promptly investigated and appropriate corrective action will be taken if warranted by the investigation.”

“This policy on the process of determining compensation of Milestones of Development applies to the compensation of the following persons employed by this organization: Chief Employed Executives (Administrators), who have ultimate responsibility for implementing the decisions of the organization's governing body and for supervision of the management, administration and/pr operation of this organization.(1) Review and Approval: The compensation of the above is reviewed and approved by the non-compensated members of the Board of Directors. Board members who actively participate in the day-to-day administration of the organization are no involved in this process to avoid conflict of interest.(2) Used of Data For The Purpose of Determining Comparable Compensation: To determine the appropriate compensation, the Board may compare compensation for similarly qualified persons performing comparable functions at similar or functionally related organizations.(3) Documentation & Record keeping: The Board minutes will reflect compensation decisions regarding any compensation arrangements. Any such documentation will be confidential and will be maintained by the current President of this Board of Directors.”

“Same as for CEO, executive director or top management official.”

“Documents are available to the public by making a written request for specific documents to:1 Florida StreetVallejo, CA 94590”

“No documents available to the public.”