And Justice for All

“Line 11a explanation - the 990 is presented at a board meeting each year in connection with the presentation of the audited financial statements. The information is presented by the organization's audit firm, after which a vote is held to accept the 990. After all board members have given their approval of the information contained in the 990, a final copy is created and filed.”

“All board members are aware of the conflicts of interest that exist between the different board members. Many of the board members sit on boards of other governing boards of entities that engage in business with the entity. All members look out for the conflicts that may exist. The executive director also monitors any conflicts between board members.”

“Each year, the board of directors evaluates the salary for the executive director in relationship to other executive directors of similar entities. The salary during 2010 was based on the average of similar-sized not-for-profit entities reported in the utah nonprofits association report on the salary & benefits in utahs charitable nonprofits 2006. The amount was also determined based on duties and experience held by the executive director. Prior to any salary adjustment, the board of directors evaluates the salary for the executive director in relationship to other executive directors of similar entities. The salary during 2011 was based on the 2009 average executive director wages for all not-for-profit entities. The amount was also determined based on duties and experience held by the executive director.”

“The organizational documents and current policies and procedures are given to each board member upon appointment. Additionally, the audited financial statements are presented at a board meeting and are voted on for approval. After the board has approved the audited financial statements, the information is made available to the public upon request on the organization's website.”