Downtown Des Moines Self-Supported Municipal Improvement District

“The entity has no employees and instead carries out day-to-day executive leadership, program management, and financial and administrative functions via its contractual relationships with downtown dsm, inc. And the greater des moines partnership. The governing body of the organization however oversees all activities and ensures the organization's mission is carried out appropriately.”

“This return was prepared and reviewed for accuracy and completeness by kirk irwin, chief administrative officer of downtown dsm, inc. And greater des moines partnership, entities which provide management and administrative services to the organization. In addition, the return was made available to current board members prior to filing.”

“Each year, members of the board of directors review the conflict of interest policy. The policy requires that each individual acknowledges having received the policy, that theyve read and understood the policy, and agree to comply with the policy. Specifically, the board members are required to disclose any potential conflicts of interest related to transactions involving the organization, which the board member may have a direct or indirect interest. In the event a potential conflict of interest arises, meeting minutes shall document the disclosure and steps taken to resolve, in order to conform to the policy. This affirmation to comply with the policy in carrying out board duties is made on an annual basis. During the year, there were no conflicts of interest identified for board members. Consistent with prior years, the annual affirmation was again conducted as of the first of the year.”

“The organization's governing documents, policies, and financial statements are made available to the public upon request.”

“The organization ensures support for and satisfaction with the self- taxation of businesses within the district, in accordance with the petition which established the ssmid, and oversees the use of those funds. Funds are used in a manner which provides cleaning, safety, and beautification services, in addition to other core activities.”