Arroyo Seco Foundation Hahamongna Native Plant Nursery

“The form has been distributed to and reviewed by our accountant and members of the Board of Directors. Suggestions for clarification and comments were solicited.”

“The conflict of interest policy is distributed to relevant employees and board members. Members are required to disclose any conflicts or possible conflicts at the first board meeting each year. All contracts and vendors are reviewed to ensure that there are any relationships or business dealings are in according with the conflict of interest policy.”

“A survey of executive compensation for organizations with our region and state is consulted to determine comparable compensation and benefits packages. The managing director is the only employee or officer who received financial compensation. A review was conducted two years ago.”

“These documents are made available upon request.”

“Hahamongna Native Plant Nursery has been developed to provide appropriate native plants for the habitat restoration elements of the Arroyo Seco Canyon Project and other conservation and environmental restoration program. The program propagates and distributes locally-sourced native plants and educates the public about the importance and benefits of native plants.”

“The Arroyo Seco Watershed Coordination Program is no longer funded by the California Department of Conservation, which has ceased support for such programs. We believe the program is an important one to better manage our watershed and to education the public and local agencies about integrated water resources management and best management practice, so we are continuing to run the program using public support and contributions.”

“Contribution to non-profit organization”