Washington Advocates of the Deaf

“Members of the organization have the right to elect the board of directors in accordance with the bylaws. Elections are conducted annually, and members may nominate and vote for new or continuing board members.”

“Members of the organization retain the right to approve significant governing body decisions as part of its bylaws. These rights include approval of amendments, major program changes, or dissolution-related decisions.”

“A copy of form 990 was provided to all board members via email prior to filing. Members were given the opportunity to ask questions and provide comments.”

“The organization does not document committee actions in a manner that meets the definition of contemporaneous written minutes under irs rules, but all decisions are reviewed and approved by the governing body as required.”

“The form 990 was reviewed by the organizations governing body prior to filing. Copies were provided electronically and comments were incorporated before submission.”

“The organization monitors and enforces compliance with its conflict of interest policy through annual disclosures and board oversight.”

“The governing body reviews and approves compensation of officers and key employees using available comparability data and records the deliberation in board minutes.”

“The organization makes its governing documents, conflict of interest policy, and financial statements available to the public upon request.”

“Adjustment of ($763,660) to reconcile form 990 net assets to the organizations internal financial statements and opening quickbooks balances.”

“The amount reported consists of outside contract services, bank fees, diem payments, board member meals, payroll service fees, license fees, telecommunication expenses, and utilities.”

“Other fees for services (part ix, line 11g) consist of contract service fees, telecommunication expenses, utilities, bank fees, and miscellaneous administrative purchases needed to support program operations.”