Utah Foundation

“Changed the organization's bylaws in december 2013.”

“The 990 is reviewed by the executive director, board treasurer, and board chairman for accuracy and proper presentation. The executive director will address any questions and relay any suggestions for change.”

“Executive director compensation is determined by the executive committee (a nine-member committee of the board given the task of governing the foundation's operations more closely than the entire board.) the executive committee is independent of the individuals whose compensation is being determined. In determining a reasonable level of compensation, board members consider salaries paid to other similar positions in the region. The deliberation and determination of the executive committee is done without staff present. Their final decision is recorded in the executive committee meeting minutes.”

“The organization's governing documents, conflict of interest policy, and financial statements are available for public inspection upon request at the organization's offices.”

“To promote a thriving economy, a well-prepared work force, and a high quality of life for utahns by performing thorough, well-supported research that helps policy makers, business and community leaders, and citizens better understand complex issues and providing practical, well-reasoned recommendations for policy change.”

“Our education study on peer states fulfilled a long-held desire to show the education strategies that are working in states that are economically and demographically similar to utah. The utah foundation quality of life index is a major undertaking that shows the factors that matter most for the quality of life in our communities and provides a current rating of each factor, showing areas that are strengths and those that are problems needing the attention of policymakers and citizens. 2013 utah foundation publications: march: fueling our future, 2013-2040: policy options to address utah's transportation needs june: sagebrush rebellion part ii: analysis of the public lands debate in utah august: climbing toward the american dream: a second analysis of economic mobility in utah october: inspirations and aspirations: a survey of 2013 utah high school graduates october: elevating student achievement: successful education policies and practices in utah's peer states november: utah foundation quality of life index: 2013 edition shows concerns about jobs, k-12 education and air quality our 2013 annual meeting focused on the twin priorities of transportation and education investment. It was a very popular event, with great media coverage. We also held a luncheon in november highlighting our quality of life index, with recognized experts offering opinion on how to improve life in utah. Our work was cited in at least 50 news media articles in 2013. 76,000 people visited our website and viewed 37,000 copies of our research reports last year. Our presence on facebook and twitter also grew. Just recently, we unveiled a completely new design of our website (www.utahfoundation.org). Take a look and browse our new policy blog, with weekly articles on current utah policy topics.”