2017-11-07T08:55:03-06:00 2016-12-31 631133963 Haynes Downard LLP 2121 2nd Avenue North Suite 400 Birmingham AL 35203 990 2016-01-01 631280818 Railroad Park Foundation RAIL 2055219933 1600 1st Avenue South Birmingham AL 35233 Camille Spratling Executive Director 2055219933 2017-10-27 1 J Max Campbell Jr P00743822 2052543380 2017-10-24 66.194.149.251 2017-10-27 08:34:36 CD P CB0F826B5C960860B53CE4AF6643A1E661D1985B 67B1722AF5777EF6E6F1A2FA3D7227A08A2D518A 2016 2017-02-10 21:41:12Z Camille Spratling 1600 1st Avenue South Birmingham AL 35233 1376353 0 X http://www.railroadpark.org X 2008 AL See Schedule ORailroad Park inspires energy, revitalization and a sense of place in Birmingham by stimulating cultural, economic and social activity within and around the Park. 19 19 8 33 0 0 5460090 887281 154857 442661 318 531 35444 22663 5650709 1353136 0 0 0 0 286489 436147 203324 0 94659 719170 856911 1208983 1293058 4441726 60078 3739757 3291898 1075924 567987 2663833 2723911 X Railroad Park inspires energy, revitalization and a sense of place in Birmingham by stimulating cultural, economic and social activity within and around the Park. 0 0 1105550 442661 Railroad Park is a 19 acre green space in downtown Birmingham that celebrates the industrial and artistic heritage of our great city. Situated along 1st Avenue South, between 14th and 18th Streets, the park is a joint effort between the City of Birmingham and the Railroad Park Foundation. Hailed as "Birmingham's Living Room," Railroad Park provides a historically rich venue for local recreation, family activities, concerts, and cultural events, while connecting Birmingham's downtown area with Southside and UAB's campus. During 2016, there were approximately 500,000 visitors to the park. Railroad Park has been the catalyst for tremendous change not only in the physical landscape of Birmingham, but also in the perception of what Birmingham can be. In 2016, Railroad Park Foundation continued to focus on three primary goal areas: Economic Development, Family and Community, and Health and Wellness.Economic Development Highlights:*Garnered local and national press recognition by U.S. News & World Report: Travel as "Best Things to Do in Birmingham."*Implemented revenue-generating programs that make Birmingham attractive to young professionals and families, including "Barons Bash presented by Vulcan Materials Company and "Protective Life Corporation presents Trucks by the Tracks."*Created "I am Railroad Park Proud presented by PNC" monthly photo contest, which sparked civic pride while also highlightin Railroad Park's membership program.*Partnered with local start-up Smallbox, LLC which converted a shipping container into a unique, semi-portable retail space which was positioned on the southwest corner of Railroad Park(adjacent to Regions Field). The local start-up "Rainy Day Bham" sold hand-crafted gifts made by local artisans. Both SmallBox and Rainy Day Bham are graduates of the "Co-Starters" program, a joint initiative of Create Birmingham and REV Birmingham.Family & Community Highlights:*More than 160 events were hosted at Railroad Park in 2016: food festivals, concerts, family reunions, birthday parties, social mixers, company promos, weddings, non-profit fundraisers, and corporate picnics.*Free community events: Railroad Park continued partnerships with community partners to provide free programming to Birmingham residents throughout the year, including:Free community events - RRPF continued partnerships with community partners to provide free programming to Birmingham residents throughout the year, including: -Symphony in the Summer, free concerts by the Alabama Symphony Orchestra -PNC Mobile Learning Adventure - free interactive activities for children and their families -Money Smart, a collaboration with BBVA Compass that provided free workshops on financial topics ranging from home ownership to improving credit score*Implemented a new revenue-generating programs that provided meaningful and memorable experiences for individuals and families such as "Publix presents Family Camp Out Night and "Brrminhgam's Winter Wonderland" which resulted in more than 22,000 people ice skating under the Birmingham skyline at Railroad Park.Health & Wellness Highlights:*Conducted "Get Healthy on the Railroad sponsored by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama" - offering more than 150 free exercise classes and 5 free healthy cooking classes. "Get Healthy" has helped thousands of Birmingham residents live a healthier life.*Encouraged health and wellness activities throughout the Park, including SOLE TRAIN Decade Dance Party Series which offered park patrons themed nights during select Fridays in the summer with decade-specific dance instruction.*Philanthropic gifts made possible a significant upgrade to the walking experience at Railroad Park in 2016. Funding from the Daniel Foundation of Alabama enabled the addition of an advanced resin to the gravel pathways to enhance longevity and durability of the Railroad Park walking trails. 1105550 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 9 0 8 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 X 19 19 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 1 1 1 1 0 1 1 0 0 AL X X Camille Spratling 2055219933 1600 1st Avenue South Birmingham AL 35233 Charles Long Director 1.00 X 0 0 0 Judge Carole Smitherman Director 1.00 X 0 0 0 Stephen A Yoder Director 1.00 X 0 0 0 Jeff Logan Director 1.00 X 0 0 0 Councilor William A Parker Director 1.00 X 0 0 0 Jessica Payne Director 1.00 X 0 0 0 Dwight Julbert Director 1.00 X 0 0 0 Javan J Patton Director 1.00 X 0 0 0 Steven Chapman Director 1.00 X 0 0 0 John R Jones III Director 1.00 X 0 0 0 Goodloe White Director 1.00 X 0 0 0 Deontee Gordon Director 1.00 X 0 0 0 Kay Bains Director 5.00 X X 0 0 0 Troy Haas Vice President 5.00 X X 0 0 0 W John Daniel Secretary 5.00 X X 0 0 0 Jim Emison President 5.00 X X 0 0 0 L Waymond Jackson Director 1.00 X 0 0 0 Eleanor B Griffin Director 1.00 X 0 0 0 J Thomas Longino Director 1.00 X 0 0 0 Camille Spratling Executive Director 40.00 X 105508 0 0 105508 0 0 1 0 0 0 Landscape Workshop LLC 550 Montgomery Hwy Ste 200 Vestavia Hills AL 35216 Landscape maintenance 204609 Magic Ice PO Box 163839 Miami FL 33116 Equipment rentals 171590 Cayenne Creative Group Inc 2931 2nd Avenue South Birmingham AL 35233 Advertising 160577 3 21081 450000 416200 887281 Park operations 713990 318539 318539 Facility usage fees 713990 124122 124122 442661 531 531 45880 23217 22663 22663 1353136 442661 0 23194 105508 21102 52754 31652 330639 330639 16066 16066 117736 94189 23547 11668 7001 1750 2917 28046 19632 8414 26776 26776 3847 3847 24103 14462 9641 Park maintenance 223513 223513 Ice Rink expenses 215403 215403 Event entertainment 58644 58644 Park construction 43963 43963 87146 46379 4224 36543 1293058 1105550 92849 94659 577163 642623 3142911 2630918 22204 3847 19683 18357 3739757 3291898 67576 41679 2484 0 1005864 526308 1075924 567987 X -254078 542993 2917911 2180918 2663833 2723911 3739757 3291898 60078 0 X X 0 1 X 1 0 X 1610900 1354481 779890 5632853 1352605 10730729 1610900 1354481 779890 5632853 1352605 10730729 10730729 293 491 200 318 531 1833 10732562 0.99980 0.99980 X RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED 22204 3847 18357 18357 X 1353136 0 1353136 0 1353136 1293058 0 1293058 0 1293058 Part X, Line 2: As of December 31, 2016, the Foundation has no uncertain tax positions that qualify for recognition or disclosure in the financial statements. "Trucks by the Tracks" 45880 45880 23217 45880 45880 23217 23217 22663 Form 990, Part VI, Section B, line 11b The 990 is presented by the CPA at a full board meeting for review and approval. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, line 12c Each year the board of directors complete a conflicts of interest document that identifies affiliations and relationships due to family and occupation. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, line 15a The Executive Committee of the Board conducts an informal salary survey of similar organizations within the local area to determine appropriate salary for the Executive Director. The Executive Committee is active in the management of the organization and oversight of the Executive Director. Form 990, Part VI, Section C, line 19 The governing documents, conflict of interest policy, financial statements, and the 990 are maintained at the administrative office, which is open to the general public. Form 990 Page 12, Part XII, Line 2c There has been no change during the current year regarding oversight of the audit.