Texas Through Time

“The organizations president and secretary are married. Both individuals serve on the board of directors. The organization maintains appropriate oversight and separation of duties to ensure that all board decisions, including financial and governance matters, are made in the best interest of the organization and in compliance with its conflict of interest policy.”

“The organization does not have members, stockholders, or other persons with voting or approval rights. All governance decisions, including amendments to the bylaws, election of directors and officers, and approval of major corporate actions, are made solely by the board of directors in accordance with the bylaws (article ii and article vi).”

“The organization maintains contemporaneous written minutes of all board of directors meetings and retains copies of any written consents or actions taken without a meeting, as required by the bylaws (article ii, sections 10 and 13).”

“The organizations committees with board-delegated authority maintain contemporaneous written minutes of all meetings, which are reviewed and approved by the board of directors.”

“A copy of the form 990 is provided to all members of the governing body prior to filing with the irs. The treasurer and president review the form for accuracy, and board members are given the opportunity to ask questions and provide comments during a board meeting or by email before submission.”

“The organization maintains a written conflict of interest policy adopted by the board of directors. The policy requires each director, officer, and committee member with board-delegated powers to disclose potential conflicts, abstain from related votes, and sign an annual acknowledgment. The board reviews compliance and addresses any violations as described in the policy (articles iiivii).”

“The board of directors determines compensation for officers based on available budget and the responsibilities of each position. Compensation is approved by a vote of the board and recorded in the meeting minutes. The organization does not currently have a formal written policy for independent review or comparability data but intends to adopt one as it grows.”

“The board of directors determines compensation for officers based on available budget and the responsibilities of each position. Compensation is approved by a vote of the board and recorded in the meeting minutes. The organization does not currently have a formal written policy for independent review or comparability data but intends to adopt one as it grows.”

“Texas through time makes its governing documents (including the articles of incorporation and bylaws), conflict of interest policy, and financial statements available to the public upon request. Requests may be submitted in writing to the organizations principal office at 110 n waco st hillsboro tx 76645, or via email through the contact information listed on the organizations website. In addition, the organizations most recent irs form 990 is available for public inspection on the irs website and on public nonprofit databases such as guidestar (candid). Copies of these documents may also be reviewed by appointment at”

“The amount reported on line 11g represents payments to individuals who provide guided tours and educational interpretation services for the museum. These service providers do not fall within the categories of legal, accounting, or other specifically listed professional services. Because their work is program-related and supports the museums exempt purpose, the associated fees are reported as other professional fees.”