Balboa Park Conservancy

“Board chair, connie matsui, has a family relationship with highly compensated employee, sarah beckman.”

“The form 990 is first presented to the audit committee. The audit committee presents the form 990 to the full board of directors. In each case the committees/board receives the form 990 in advance of the meeting.”

“Concerns are brought to the executive committee for discussion and resolution.”

“The President/CEO is subject to a contract of employment with the Corporation and is supervised by and subject to the control of the Corporation's Board of Trustees. The Board's control includes the power to determine and set the President/CEO's compensation, subject to the express terms and conditions of the then current contract of employment. The compensation process is conducted under the control and supervision of the Board President/Board Chair and includes an annual review of the President/CEO's performance in which input from Board members and other key persons is solicited. The Board President/Board Chair may, with the consent of the Board, establish a committee of Board trustees to assist in the review and compensation setting process. Comparable industry compensation and benefits data are collected, researched and analyzed.”

“The Organization's governing documents, audited financials statements, and 990's are available on its website. The conflict of interest policy is available upon request. In most cases, a request can be fulfilled within 24 hours.”

“OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES 4: Park Improvement:The Conservancys process for selecting Park Improvement programs and capital improvement projects includes regular collaboration with and ongoing input from Balboa Park stakeholders and the City of San Diego. The Conservancy will: -Review major proposals and collect input from subject matter specialists, and -Make recommendations to the Board of Directors for support of those strategic proposals that best advance the sustainability, preservation and visitor experience in Balboa Park. -Recommend selected or appropriate proposals for funding support. -The Conservancy will provide major proposal leadership and coordination in an inclusive and transparent manner. The Conservancys other programs and projects that sustain and enhance Balboa Park include the following initiatives: Trees and Reforestation - a comprehensive Tree Inventory, site specific tree plantings and a CAL Fire funded initiative to plant 500 trees in Balboa Park; Wayfinding and Signage - a comprehensive signage inventory to improve the visitor experience and enhance access, circulation and orientation; Planning, Design and Outreach - collaborative planning, design and outreach including a series of stakeholder meetings and support for programs. Gardens Enhancement - upgraded gardens throughout the Park, including significant improvements to the Cactus Garden elevating the stature of this neglected garden. Secured plans and funding for Alcazar Garden improvements, facilitated fountain repair, convened experts for Rose Garden planning. Created an informational brochure for Park visitors. Volunteer Engagement - The Conservancy recruits, trains, and retains volunteers to support an array of park needs, from horticulture to Visitor Experience. Growing to more than 250 strong, current programs include: Park Ambassadors, Tree Stewards, Garden Stewards, Rose Garden Corps, Tour Guides, and Information Desk Volunteers. Volunteers perform vital functions within the Park, and the program is certified by the Points of Light Foundation as an official Service Enterprise organization, one of only 11% nonprofits nationwideCapital Projects: Botanical Building and Gardens:Using our inclusive stakeholder engagement process, in the fall of 2013, The Conservancys volunteer Board decided to proceed with the organizations inaugural capital improvement project - the rehabilitation and restoration of the iconic Botanical Building and Gardens in Balboa Park.Situated at the center of Balboa Parks central mesa, the Botanical Building is one of the most visited and photographed structures in the Park. The Botanical Building was constructed for the 1915 Panama-California Exposition as one of just four structures intended to remain as permanent.The Conservancy has completed the restoration plans for the building and gardens, which have been approved by the City of San Diego. Additionally, the Conservancy developed a comprehensive recognition program, in accordance with new guidelines and approved by the City of San Diego. The next phase of the project entails the creation of a Programmatic Plan, which will help guide the long-term programming, financing, management, and care of the historic facility.After the project received a $257,000 federal grant from the National Park Services, and a state grant of more than $8 million, the Conservancy embarked on a joint endeavor with the City of San Diego to restore and enhance the Botanical Building. The project is scheduled to break ground in 2021, and the Conservancy has launched a Capital Campaign to raise the additional funds necessary for the comprehensive interior and exterior improvements.”