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“The DPCBD Board of Directors engaged the services of a local management company to perform certain program and related managerial duties. The Board at all times maintained oversight and received reports regarding such matters. The DPCBD Board maintained independent control over all governance and other areas of operations.”

“The organization electronically provided a complete copy of this Form 990 to all members of its governing body before filing.”

“In accordance with Article VI of DPCBDs Conflict of Interests Policy, each director, principal officer, and member of a committee with Board delegated powers annually signs a statement affirming that they: (a) have received a copy of the Conflicts of Interest Policy; (b) have read and understand the ploicy; (c) agree to comply with the policy; and (d) understand that DPCBD is a charitable organization and in order to maintain its federal tax exemption it must engage primarily in activities which accomplish one or more of its tax-exempt purposes. The form also provides a section for each person to disclose potential or actual conflicts of interest.”

“The organization did not hire, employ, or compensate any individual as the CEO, Executive Director, or similar top managment position. The organization engaged the services of a local management company to perform many of the duties normally associated with the CEO, Executive Director, or similar top management positions.”

“The organization did not hire, employ, or compensate any individual as an officer, key employee, or similar position. The organization engaged the services of a local management company to perform the functions of key employees and similar positions. All board members including officers are uncompensated volunteers.”

“All documents which must be made available for public review such as audited financial statements and IRS Form 990 are provided upon request. Meeting agendas and minutes are available on the organizations website.”

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