2026-08-21T17:06:00-04:00 2025-12-31 990 2025-01-01 237408119 CALIFORNIA SKI INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION CALI 5303076861 3141 US HIGHWAY 50 STE A S LAKE TAHOE CA 96150 JOHN RICE PRESIDENT 5303076861 2026-08-24 false 2025 2025-03-06 01:10:19Z JOHN RICE 3141 US HIGHWAY 50 STE A S LAKE TAHOE CA 96150 931353 false X X 1969 CA To support California and Nevada snow sports resorts by coordinating state and national legislative activities risk management and technical training on behalf of the industry. 31 30 1 0 0 0 0 0 813472 913794 24174 17559 0 0 837646 931353 0 0 0 0 281964 246570 0 0 0 572768 651355 854732 897925 -17086 33428 917558 929421 23981 32569 893577 896852 The organizations primary mission is to assist snow sports resorts in California and Nevada by managing legislative affairs providing risk management services and offering technical training. By coordinating state and national legislative activities the organization aims to advocate for the ski industrys interests and promote industry principles. Through government relations public policy advocacy and collaborative guidance the organization supports and serves the ski industry ensuring its continued growth and success. false false 761032 0 913794 The organization actively engages in supporting the ski industry by advocating in government relations and public policy focusing on fostering sustainable growth. This includes collaborating with Ski California and member resorts to develop the Mountain Safety Guide a comprehensive resource promoting safety within mountain environments. Additionally the organization hosts the Ski California LMOE Conference a pivotal event dedicated to educating and facilitating networking opportunities for ski resort lift maintenance staff. Furthermore the organization offers a season Gold ski pass providing enthusiasts with access to multiple resorts while supporting the organizations initiatives and programs. 761032 false false true true false false false false false true false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false true false false false false false false false false false false false true false false false true 1 0 true 1 true false false false false false false false false X 31 30 false false false false true true false true true false false true true true true false false true false false CA X JOHN RICE 5303076861 3141 US HIGHWAY 50 STE A S LAKE TAHOE CA 96150 JOHN RICE PRESIDENT 40.00 0.00 X X 222811 0 14000 MICHAEL GROSS DIRECTOR 2.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 BEV BROWN DIRECTOR 2.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 MIKE BANDELIN DIRECTOR 2.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 JENNIFER SMITH DIRECTOR 2.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 WADE REESER CHAIR 2.00 0.00 X X 0 0 0 NATE ELLIS DIRECTOR 2.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 AARON JOHNSON DIRECTOR 2.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 BRIDGET LEGNAVSKY DIRECTOR 2.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 AMY OHRAN DIRECTOR 2.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 TROY COHEE DIRECTOR 2.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 BRAD CUMBERLAND DIRECTOR 2.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 TRENT POOLE DIRECTOR 2.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 AMY WARREN DIRECTOR 2.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 KARL KAPUSCINSKI TREASURER 2.00 0.00 X X 0 0 0 JUSTI HANSEN DIRECTOR 2.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 ROBERT MCCLENDON DIRECTOR 2.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 GREG GAVRILETS VICE CHAIR 2.00 0.00 X X 0 0 0 DAY FRANZEN DIRECTOR 2.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 DAN HEALY DIRECTOR 2.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 CHRIS BROWN DIRECTOR 2.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 DJ EWAN DIRECTOR 2.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 ERIC CLARK DIRECTOR 2.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 RICKY NEWBERRY DIRECTOR 2.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 ROBBY ELLINSON DIRECTOR 2.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 ANDY BUCKLEY DIRECTOR 2.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 JAMES COLEMAN DIRECTOR 2.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 BRENDAN HICKEY DIRECTOR 2.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 TARA SCHOEDINGER DIRECTOR 2.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 GERALD ROCKWELL DIRECTOR 2.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 DAVE EASTWOOD DIRECTOR 2.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 222811 0 14000 1 false true false KP Public Affairs 621 Capitol Mall Suite 1900 Sacramento CA 95814 Research & advocacy 108509 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 GOLD PASS SALES 713990 686040 686040 0 0 EDUCATION 713990 124825 124825 0 0 MEMBERSHIP DUES 713990 102929 102929 0 0 913794 17559 17559 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 931353 931353 0 0 X 236811 189449 47362 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 9759 7808 1951 0 2111 0 2111 0 30100 24080 6020 0 13400 0 13400 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 108509 108000 509 0 71446 71446 0 0 7138 3044 4094 0 19399 0 19399 0 0 0 0 0 19250 15400 3850 0 19335 19335 0 0 0 0 0 0 3536 3536 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 4773 3818 955 0 Education Seminar Expenses 189933 189933 0 0 Gold Pass Admin Exps 55142 55142 0 0 Board Meetings 47616 38093 9523 0 Dues & subscriptions, sponsorships, bank fees 39935 31948 7987 0 19732 0 19732 0 897925 761032 136893 0 205096 191297 711565 729124 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 9000 1961 1961 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 897 0 917558 929421 23981 32569 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 23981 32569 X 893577 896852 0 0 893577 896852 917558 929421 X 33428 0 0 0 0 -30153 X true X false false false 19732 19732 true California Snow Political Committee 3141 US Hwy 50 Ste A South Lake Tahoe CA 96150 454482694 19732 0 false false false 102929 108509 0 108509 20586 0 82343 Part I-A, line 1 Contributions to candidates for state and local office through a Political Action Committee 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1961 1961 0 0 0 0 0 0 X false false false JOHN RICE PRESIDENT 212911 0 0 0 9900 0 14000 0 0 0 236811 0 0 0 Part I Line 3 THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE REVIEWS AND APPROVES ANY CHANGES TO COMPENSATION FOR THE PRESIDENT ANNUALLY. THE COMMITTEE HAS DONE THREE THINGS TO ENSURE COMPENSATION IS REASONABLE: (1) REVIEW HAS BEEN COMPLETED BY AN INDEPENDENT GROUP; (2) THE REVIEW USES RELEVANT COMPARABILITY DATA; AND (3) RELEVANT COMPENSATION DECISIONS ARE DOCUMENTED IN OFFICIAL COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES. Part VI, Section A, Line 6 The organizations membership structure allows each member to appoint a representative to the governing body ensuring all members voices are heard in decision-making for transparent democratic governance. Part VI, Section A, Line 7a | Class of the Person:, Nature of their rights:| DIRECTOR, Every member exercises their right to appoint a representative to the governing body, ensuring diverse voices on the board. This process allows each member to have a direct say in board decisions by selecting and appointing a director to represent their interests and perspectives effectively.| Part VI, Section B, Line 11b Our organizations management conducts meticulous reviews to ensure precise financial reporting and compliance with regulations promoting transparency and trust. This rigorous process reinforces accountability and upholds the highest standards of integrity in our operations. Part VI, Section B, Line 12c The board conducts an annual review of programs finances and governance to ensure accountability transparency and mission alignment. This oversight safeguards effectiveness promotes trust and ensures responsible resource stewardship. Part VI, Section B, Line 15 | Name of the Person:, The process used to establish compensation of the person who served in:|, The year in which this process was last undertaken:| JOHN RICE, The Executive Committee annually evaluates and sanctions any alterations in the Presidents compensation. To ensure reasonableness the committee follows a structured process: 1 engaging an independent group for review 2 utilizing pertinent comparability data and 3 documenting all pertinent compensation decisions in the official meeting minutes. This meticulous approach safeguards transparency and accountability in compensation practices., 2025| Part VI, Section C, Line 19 Our nonprofit prioritizes transparency and accountability. While certain documents like governing policies and financial statements are not publicly accessible we ensure compliance with all regulations. This approach guarantees responsible stewardship of resources and fosters trust among stakeholders. Part IX, line 11g | Description:, Amount:| Research & advocacy, $108509| Part XI, Line 9 | Description:, Explanation:, Amount:| CHANGE IN REPORTING ENTITY - REMOVAL OF RELATED PAC CASH, Financial statements are consolidated with California Snow PAC a related Section 527 organization EIN 45-4482694 that files its own returns separately. Prior year Forms 990 reflected the consolidated presentation and included the PACs cash and disbursements. Beginning with the 2025 tax year the Organization reports only its own activity on Form 990. This adjustment removes the PACs cash balance of $30,153 as of 1 1 25 from beginning net assets., $-30153| Other,line XII2a | Explanation:| Part XII line 2a - The Organizations financial statements are compiled on a consolidated basis with California Snow Political Action Commitee EIN 45-4482694 a related Section 527 organization that files its own returns. This Form 990 only reports the Organizations own activity. The Political Action Committees cash revenue and expenses are excluded from this return and the removal of its beginning of year cash balances is reported on Part XI line 9. Part V,line 3a | Explanation:| The organization did not have any unrelated business gross income in excess of $1,000 and no unrelated trade or business activity during the tax year. A Form 990-T was filed solely to report and pay the proxy tax imposed under IRC Section 6033e2 on $82,343 of non-deductible lobbying and political expenses see Schedule C Part III-B Line 5 because such expenditures exceeded the non-deductible portion that was communicated to members in conjunction with their annual membership dues paid to the organization. Part IX,line 24d | Explanation:| Dues & subscriptions $2,185; Sponsorships $21,700; Bank charges $175; Payroll processing fees $1,855; Administrative services $14,000 Interest & fees $20 = $39,935 Part IX,line 24e | Explanation:| CA PAC Contribution $19,732 See Schedule C Part I-C Line 2 California Snow PAC 3141 US Hwy 50 Ste A South Lake Tahoe CA 96150 454482694 Political Action Committee - Contributions to Candidates for State and Local Office CA 527 N/A false false true false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false