2013-12-21T13:35:56-07:00 2013-06-30 Dana Chabot CPA 2110 Luann Lane Madison WI 53713 990 2012-07-01 391852601 WISCONSIN WETLANDS ASSOCIATION INC WISC 6082509971 214 North Hamilton Street Suite 201 Madison WI 53703 Tracy Hames 6082509971 2013-12-13 1 Dana Chabot P01368159 6084421911 2013-12-13 X 2012 2015-11-30 17:44:51Z Tracy Hames 214 N Hamilton Street Suite 201 Madison WI 53703 343587 0 X www.wisconsinwetlands.org X 1969 WI Protect and assist with restoration of wetland areas in Wisconsin 9 9 8 55 0 0 312162 304332 37746 39138 326 117 925 0 351159 343587 0 0 0 0 258228 270179 0 0 38491 119812 114661 378040 384840 -26881 -41253 158684 112474 19942 14985 138742 97489 Wisconsin Wetlands Association is dedicated to the protection, restoration, and enjoyment of wetlands and associated ecosystems through science-based programs, education, and advocacy. 0 0 222112 0 38938 Environmental education: Develop and present education and outreach programs to diverse audiences of laypersons and experts, and promote scientific research on matters related to wetland conservation. Programs include advising landowners about wetland preservation and restoration; an annual wetland conference and numerous field trips throughout the year; and publication of a book, Wetland Gems, to publicize exceptional wetland resources in Wisconsin. Nearly 300 people attended and participated in WWA's 2013 wetland conference, "Great Wetlands, Healthy Watersheds." 74368 0 0 Public policy advocacy: Promote the establishment of effective wetlands regulations, remove tax barriers to private wetland conservation, monitor permitting of wetland development, and advise communities about the defense of wetlands. Program activities include helping local government officials to become better stewards of wetlands; advocating for fair property tax treatment of owners of wetland areas in Wisconsin; promoting legislation that adequately protects wetlands; and monitoring enforcement by government officials of regulations to protect wetlands. 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F990_P06_S0A_L07a Form 990, Part VI, Section A, Line 7a Members who attend the organization's annual meeting elect officers and directors for the coming year. F990_P06_S0B_L11b Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 11b The organization's Form 990 is reviewed and approved by the Executive Director and an outside accountant. It is made available to board members for review prior to filing. F990_P06_S0B_L12c Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 12c The Executive Director collects and reviews conflict of interest statements completed by each Board member annually, and communicates to applicable Board members any potential conflicts of interest. Board members who have a conflict of interest are expected to excuse themselves from participation in deliberation about matters involving the conflict. 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