American Conservation & Education Society

“There are two classes of members: voting and non-voting”

“Each year, the board of directors appoint a nominating committee of three (3) members in good standing to present to the membership. At the regular meeting of the membership in april each year, eight (8) qualified nominees are presented to the membership to fill the approaching vacancies on the board of directors. On the same day as the regular meeting of the membership in april each year, at which nominees are announced, the secretary (or the office manager, on behalf of the secretary) notifies each member in good standing, of the names of the eight nominees. Notifications and voting are conducted via a secure, online voting process. Members may write-in up to two candidates when voting. Ballots for the election of directors are calculated in may of each year. The newly elected directors are announced at the may membership meeting. The officers of the corporation are nominated by the board and elected by the members at the regular meeting in june. Members must be personally present to vote. Voting is by secret ballot. Cumulative voting is not permitted. Votiing is conducted under such other rules as the board may adopt to ensure the validity of ballots cast. A meeting for the installation of the new officers and board of directors may be held in august on such date and at such time and place as may be fixed by resolution of the board of directors. The meeting may be attended by all members and guests.”

“Election of the governing body was subject to membership approval.”

“The form 990 is reviewed by the organization's finance committee and then presented to the board.”

“Officers and directors must disclose any possible conflict of interest to the governing board or committee through the written conflict of interest policy statement. If a member fails to disclose, they can face disciplinary and corrective action. Periodic reviews are conducted to ensure that the policy is being upheld and outside experts can be used if necessary.”

“There is a formal review process performed annually.”

“There is a formal review process performed annually.”

“Governing documents and financial statements are available upon request and will be mailed or available for inspection during normal business hours at the primary location of the organization.”

“Providing members resources related to conservation, habitat management, wildlife management, wildlife policy, education, and scholarships.”