2021-11-12T10:35:15-07:00 2020-12-31 990 2020-01-01 383299537 KEWEENAW LAND TRUST INC KEWE 9064820820 101 Quincy Suite 303 Hancock MI 49930 William Leder Treasurer 9064820820 2021-11-12 0 11 1 AAL2 X X 2020 2022-09-23 18:48:47Z Erik Lilleskov 101 Quincy Suite 303 Hancock MI 49930 2201413 0 X www.KeweenawLandTrust.org X 1996 MI Land conservation, resource stewardship and educational outreach in the six western counties of Michigan's Upper Peninsula 10 10 5 50 0 0 754165 2136171 786 4366 46974 60326 920 550 802845 2201413 0 0 0 0 92246 92789 0 0 7676 238975 221087 331221 313876 471624 1887537 7659144 9606815 83157 28168 7575987 9578647 Keweenaw Land Trust is a community partner protecting land, water and quality of life through conservation, stewardship and educational outreach 0 0 80037 0 0 CONSERVATION: Keweenaw Land Trust (KLT) protected additional lands in Baraga County as part of the Abbaye Peninsula-Huron Bay Conservation Initiative. A 50-acre property with about 3000 feet of frontage on Lake Superior was acquired to expand the Finlander Bay Nature Area, with primary funding from the US Fish and Wildlife Service National Coastal Wetland Conservation program (USFWS-NCWC). In addition to its healthy and diverse terrestrial habitats, the additional acreage and shoreline helps protect the delicate near-shore aquatic habitats and reefs that support important Lake Superior food webs and fisheries. A 9-acre property, with about 900 feet of Lake Superior shoreline along Keweenaw Bay, was also acquired as part of the USFWS-NCWC program. The site features diverse, intact coastal habitats and rock ledges along the shore provide an access point for the Lake Superior water trail system. A generous land donation of ~100 acres In Houghton County, with about 3000 feet of frontage on Portage Lake, enabled KLT to establish the Point Mills Historical Nature Area, with the site featuring some ruins and remnants of a stamp mill that operated during the region's copper mining period early in the 20th century. In addition to a variety of recreational opportunities, the property has scenic, historical, and cultural values that offer a variety of public benefits and new opportunities for community partnerships. KLT is in the process of evaluating several current conservation opportunities based on partner referrals, landowner inquiries, and its own program initiatives. In accordance with Land Trust Alliance (LTA) Standards, the organization continues improving its land conservation practices and record keeping. 157730 0 4156 STEWARDSHIP: KLT continued work to enhance habitats and facilitate public access opportunities in keeping with resource sustainability goals. Updated management plans were developed for the Huron Bay Field Station (HBFS), Paavola Wetlands Nature Area, and the Lily Creek Nature Area. In particular, the Paavola Wetlands property received the Tree Farm Certification. KLT made significant investments in the HBFS property to improve its interior road system that will facilitate site management and ongoing habitat improvement efforts. Habitat and recreation trail enhancements at HBFS benefit both wildlife and users with continued development as a Grouse Enhanced Management Site in collaboration with the Michigan Department of Natural Resources. KLT made numerous site and facility improvements at multiple KLT properties to benefit users. In accordance with LTA Standards, KLT conducted annual monitoring of its nature areas and private lands protected by conservation easements to ensure that conservation values are being protected. Several educational outreach programs were conducted in support of environmental stewardship and regional habitat enhancement goals, as described below. 18549 0 210 EDUCATION: The COVID-19 pandemic greatly curtailed in-person programs during 2020 but KLT expanded online and self-serve opportunities for education and community engagement in response. KLT co-hosted the third annual Native Plant Symposium that shared information, tips, and strategies with over 125 online participants. The Natural History Book Club provided a friendly venue for topical discussions in online forums. A botanical illustration workshop provided participants a means to connect artistic and botanical interests. The "Story Trail" program continued to create family-friendly experiences at KLT nature areas, with several events held in cooperation with community partners. KLT held the "Run Wild" self-serve trail recreation event to encourage the community to connect with KLT protected lands while enjoying the health benefits of outdoor activity. KLT continued being an organizer and sponsor of the Sustainability Film series and discussion groups in collaboration with several other community organizations. KLT conducted educational outreach through its website (www.KeweenawLandTrust.org), social media and email notices, and through print publication of newsletters, reports, and brochures. 6064 0 0 OTHER: KLT served as fiscal agent for the Keweenaw Invasive Species Management Area (KISMA) partnership, administering a Michigan Invasive Species Grant Program award for planning and community engagement to support implementation of invasive species control strategies. KLT supported ongoing partnerships with Keweenaw Geoheritage, the Lake Superior Stewardship Initiative, the Copper Country Recycling Initiative, and the Stewards of Bete Grise Preserve. KLT assisted with development of a new community partnership, the Keweenaw Outdoor Recreation Coalition (KORC), that aims to build on the successful conservation of lands in Keweenaw County that provide recreation benefits in addition to resource conservation. Substantial community interest and significant potential for additional land conservation and recreation enhancements combine to create important but rare opportunities for KORC that require a broad community partnership to be successful. 6064 0 0 262380 1 1 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 7 0 1 5 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 X 10 10 0 0 0 0 1 1 1 1 1 0 0 1 1 1 1 1 1 0 0 0 MI X Evan McDonald 9064820820 101 Quincy Suite 303 Hancock MI 49930 X Evan McDonald Executive Director 25 0 X X 28250 0 0 Patricia Toczydlowski Project Specialist 25 0 X 18990 0 0 Erik Lilleskov President 3 0 X X 0 0 0 Maria Janowiak Vice President 3 0 X X 0 0 0 Christine Handler Secretary 2.00 0 X X 0 0 0 William Leder Treasurer 3.00 0 X X 0 0 0 Ellen Aiken Director 2 0 X 0 0 0 Alex Hirzel Director 2.50 0 X 0 0 0 Lisa McKenzie Director 1.00 0 X 0 0 0 Lynette Potvin Director 2 0 X 0 0 0 Stephanie Tubman Director 0.50 0 X 0 0 0 Leo Wheeler Director 2 0 X 0 0 0 47240 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 765627 1370544 1145872 2136171 Water Trail and Run Wild trail stewardship 712190 4156 4156 0 0 Botany programs 712190 210 210 0 0 0 0 0 0 4366 60326 60326 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 550 0 550 550 0 0 0 2201413 65242 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 47240 31655 10861 4724 0 0 0 0 38900 31545 6590 765 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 6649 4880 1346 423 0 0 0 0 7732 7732 0 0 332 0 332 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 5817 0 5817 0 5386 4695 386 305 158 24 134 0 3807 2388 1208 211 4597 2804 1526 267 0 0 0 0 7200 4392 2390 418 3240 3110 130 0 0 0 0 0 377 160 217 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 38374 38374 0 0 6697 4085 2224 388 Land Conservation projects 49415 49415 0 0 Stewardship - Protected Lands Management 56139 56139 0 0 KISMA Partnership - Invasive Species Management 26400 16744 9656 0 Miscellaneous 5416 4238 1003 175 0 0 0 0 313876 262380 43820 7676 148079 131391 272793 111312 50500 0 16754 12089 0 0 0 0 0 0 13500 13500 6588 5492 8529311 354991 6338694 8174320 812216 1158691 0 0 0 0 0 0 20 20 7659144 9606815 10632 3615 0 0 7525 0 0 0 0 0 10000 5000 0 0 55000 19553 0 83157 28168 X 883705 854534 6692282 8724113 7575987 9578647 7659144 9606815 1887537 115123 0 0 0 0 X 0 0 0 X 1597583 860377 381456 754165 2136171 5729752 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1597583 860377 381456 754165 2136171 5729752 1687021 4042731 41376 41661 52935 46974 60326 243272 0 0 0 0 0 0 975 156 207 786 4366 6490 5979514 0 0.67610 0.7763 X Schedule A, Part II, Line 10 Other income shown ($4,366) is the total of program service revenues associated with community outreach events and Keweenaw Water Trail programs. RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED X X X X 20 4220 0 0 0 1 1 138 3437 1 17562 0 1209 0 1141 325 17305 14885 0 3016 0 0 339 17562 17051 0 -1022 0 796 349 14884 15709 0 2458 0 800 343 17024 15427 0 1409 0 809 318 15709 0 1 0 1 0 0 7437190 7437190 0 670408 161273 509135 0 0 0 0 0 83280 76969 6311 0 338433 116749 221684 8174320 Schedule D, Part II, Line 5 Organization has a comprehensive written policy manual drafted in accordance with the Standards and Practices of the Land Trust Alliance that includes sections specific to monitoring and enforcement of conservation easements held by the organization. Conservation easement documents include general statements regarding the conservation intent and commitment of the organization and specific rights and remedies granted to the organization as holder. All easement properties are inspected at least annually by the organization. Schedule D, Part II, Line 9 Conservation easements are valued at the nominal value of $1 each on financial statements for tracking purposes. Schedule D, Part V, Line 4 Endowment funds held by the Keweenaw Community Foundation on behalf of the organization are dedicated or directed to the support for the Keweenaw Land Trust's mission to protect land, water and quality of life through conservation, stewardship and education. Terry Kinzel founder land purchase X 20000 5000 0 1 1 5000 X 1 15872 cash value on donation date X 1 1124000 appraisal X 1 6000 appraisal 0 1 1 Schedule M, Part I, Line 32b The organization sometimes uses the services of a licensed real-estate agent to market a property donated as a "trade land" or one that the donor intends for the organization to sell with proceeds directed to mission related purposes. The organization uses a brokerage firm to accept and process the sale of donated securities. Form 990, Part VI, Section A, Line 6 The organization has members given the right to review organizational documents such as financial reports, meeting minutes, and policies and the right to voice recommendations to the governing board. The organization has membership classes based on contribution levels but all supporting members have the same rights. Form 990, Part VI, Section A, Line 7a All supporting members have the right to elect directors to the governing board of the organization at its annual meeting. Form 990, Part VI, Section A, Line 7b The right to vote on proposed changes to the bylaws of the organization is reserved exclusively for members. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 11b Keweenaw Land Trust staff prepared this return, which was reviewed by the Executive Director and shared with the Board of Directors prior to submission. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 12c Conflicts of interest are disclosed and considered on a case-by-case basis during the conduct of the organization's business. Directors with an actual or perceived conflict of interest are excused from relevant Board discussion and decisions, and the handling of the matter is disclosed in the meeting minutes. Directors sign an annual conflict of interest disclosure certifying that they have read and understand the organization's conflict of interest policy and declaring known conflicts. Form 990, Part VI, Section C, Line 19 A summary of annual financial statements is presented at the annual general membership meeting; proposed bylaw amendments are distributed to the general membership by mail, the KLT website, and at the annual meetings; organization's bylaws are posted on the website; Land Trust Alliance Standards and Practices are posted on the website; and all of these are available upon request. Organization was granted extension by IRS Notice dated September 20, 2021 extending deadline for filing this return to November 15, 2021