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        <ExplanationTxt>The Foundation's Finance Committee Chair receives a draft of the Form 990 for review. He has a week to return any questions or comments on the return. Upon agreement of the Finance Committee Chair, the Form 990 is approved for final submission.</ExplanationTxt>
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        <ExplanationTxt>The Foundation requires the Board and all staff to annually read and sign the conflict of interest policy. During each board meeting when a vote is on the floor for approval, the chair will ask if anyone has a conflict and if so that board member abstains from voting.</ExplanationTxt>
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        <ExplanationTxt>The Executive Director is evaluated annually by the Board of Directors. Comparability data and a written report are placed in personnel file.</ExplanationTxt>
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