The Arc Baton Rouge

“All members of the arc baton rouge are allowed to vote in the election of members of the governing body.”

“The board members are elected by the general membership at the annual meeting, and the officers are elected by the board from its members.”

“The bylaws may be amended at any meeting of the board of directors by a vote of 2/3 of the board members, or at any meeting of the association by a majority vote of the members in good standing.”

“A copy of the completed form 990 is presented to each officer and each member of the board of directors for their review at a board meeting. In the case of an absent board member, a copy is either emailed or direct mailed to the absentee. Copies of form 990 are retained in the arc baton rouge's office and are considered public information and may be distributed or copied upon request.”

“Members of the board of directors of the arc baton rouge, officers, volunteers, and key employees must act at all times in the best interest of the arc baton rouge. Members of the board, officers, volunteers, and key employees shall disclose all potential and actual conflicts of interest to the board of directors and, as required, remove themselves from all discussion and voting on any related matter. On an annual basis, all individuals to whom this policy shall apply shall be provided with a copy of this policy and required to complete and sign an acknowledgement and disclosure form prepared by the board of directors. If an individual becomes aware of any actual or potential conflicts of interest at any time following the submission of the disclosure form, or if the information provided becomes inaccurate or incomplete, the individual will promptly notify the arc baton rouge board of directors or the executive director in writing.”

“The executive committee uses salary surveys, the arc's financial position, and a formal evaluation to determine the compensation of the executive director. Once the executive committee has determined what the compensation should be the matter is brought before the board and approved at a board meeting.”

“The Organization makes its Form 1023 and Form 990 available for public inspection upon request.”

“The organization's governing documents, conflict of interest policy and financial statements are retained in the organization's office and are made available upon request to members or the general public. Persons requesting to view the documents may come to the office or, if requested, the information will be mailed.”