Foothill Creative Arts Group

“The complete 990, including all schedules, was emailed to each member of the Governing Board prior to the april board meeting. The board members reviewed the 990 and recommended any changes at the April meeting. The board approved the final document and instructed staff to file with proper authorities.”

“The Conflict of Interest Policy was voted on and put into place at the April 12, 2009 meeting of the Board of Directors. All officers, directors and key employees are required to disclose interest that could give rise to conflicts on the Conflict of Interest Contract. The contract requires that any potential conflict of interest be included in written form and submitted annually to the Board. The contract also states that notification of any new conflict of interest that may arise, must be submitted as soon as the individual is aware of such situation. The board member with the conflict shall refrain from discussion of any issue of which they may have a conflict.”

“Annually an executive session of the Board of Directors is held to discuss the compensation of the Executive Director. At this meeting members of the board evaluate the performance of the Executive Director, discuss the current salary in comparsion with other directors at similar organizations, and determine if a pay adjustment is warranted. The meeting is attended by all independent members oBoard of Directors and is documented by the Secretary of the Board.”

“The Board of Directors review annually the compensation of employeees.”

“The Public Disclosure Policy was voted on and put into place at the April 12, 2009 meeting of the Baord of Directors. Any person seeking hard copies of governing documents, Conflict of Interest Policy, and the 990s, shall ask in writing, or in person. Copies will be sent within 14 days after receipt of copy and postage costs.”

“Part I, line 8 and Part VIII, line 1eGovernment Grants (Contributions) of $30,000 represents forgiveness of a Paycheck Protection Loan through Thr Cares Act.”

“Part III, line 3During extended periods of time during 2020, Foothill Creative Arts Group was required to close our facility for in person classes, workshops and exhibits due to Covid-19 pandemic. We adapted to online art classes and, when allowed to do so, we created an outdoor studio and held classes and workshops outside. The online classes, exhibits and lectures have proven to be a way to broaden our reach and give access to art for those yhat are unable to come to our studio. We plan to continue to offer online programming even after we are back to full capacity in our facility.”

“Part X, line 11Investment-publically traded securties are recorded on a cost basis. The market value of these investments at the end of the year is $43,494.”

“Part XI, line 5Investments are recorded on a cost basis. Therefore, net unrealized gains on investments in the amount of $5,261 are nor reported on the Reconciliation of Assets.”

“Part I line 9 and line 18The decrease in Program Revenue and Expenses in 2020 is due to the impact pd Covid-19 closures and reduced capacity resulting in a reduction in fee for service revenue and correlating expenses. Reductuons in Fundraising Income and Expenses were also due to Covid-19 impacting our ability to hold in person fundraising events.Part I, line 15 and line 17During 2019 our art instructors were independent contractors. Their pay in 2019 was included in other expenses (Part I, line 17 and Part IX, line 11g). On January 1 2020 the instructors became employees as required by California Assembly Bill 5. In 2020 instructor pay is included in Salaries, Other Compensation, Employee Benefits (Part I, line 15 and Part IX, column A, lines 5-10)”