Scenic Texas Inc
- Assets
- $123.6k
- Revenue
- $0.0
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 2
- Location
- Austin, TX
- Founding
- 08/1985
- Data as of
- 12/2023
- EIN
- 76-0127655
Organization Overview
Scenic Texas Inc is located in Austin, TX. The organization was established in 1985. According to its NTEE Classification (S30) the organization is classified as: Economic Development, under the broad grouping of Community Improvement & Capacity Building and related organizations. As of 12/2023, Scenic Texas Inc employed 2 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Scenic Texas Inc is a 501(c)(3) and as such, is described as a "Charitable or Religous organization or a private foundation" by the IRS.
For the year ending 12/2023, Scenic Texas Inc generated $173.5k in total revenue. This represents a relatively dramatic decline in revenue. Over the past 9 years, the organization has seen revenues fall by an average of (31.6%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $154.9k during the year ending 12/2023. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Form
990EZ
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990EZ Filing
TAX YEAR
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
SCENIC TEXAS PRESERVES AND ENHANCES THE VISUAL CHARACTER OF TEXAS. SCENIC TEXAS PROMOTES ENHANCED DESIGN STANDARDS FOR PUBLIC PROJECTS, FREEWAY LANDSCAPING, BILLBOARD CONTROL, PLANTING 1 MILLION TREES ACROSS TEXAS, AND DARK SKY PROTECTION.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3
SCENIC ENHANCEMENT INITIATIVES: SCENIC TEXAS AND LOCAL CHAPTERS PARTNER WITH STATEWIDE ORGANIZATIONS TO PROVIDE INFORMATION, EDUCATIONAL FORUMS AND ADVOCACY ON STATEWIDE SCENIC ISSUES. SPECIFICALLY, THROUGH THE SCENIC CITY CERTIFICATION PROGRAM (SCCP), SCENIC TEXAS EDUCATES TEXAS MUNICIPALITIES ON HIGH-QUALITY SCENIC STANDARDS FOR PUBLIC ROADWAYS AND PUBLIC SPACES. THE SCCP PROVIDES A PROVEN, HIGHLY-REGARDED TOOL TO TEXAS CITIES FOR ASSESSMENT, EVALUATION AND RECOGNITION OF INFRASTRUCTURE STANDARDS.
EDUCATION AND ADVOCACY: SCENIC TEXAS WORKS TO PROVIDE INFORMATION TO THE PUBLIC, EDUCATE OUR MEMBERS AND STAKEHOLDERS, AND ADVOCATE CONCERNING ISSUES THAT IMPACT THE SCENIC BEAUTY OF TEXAS. THESE ISSUES INCLUDE LEGISLATION TO PROTECT THE DARK SKY FROM UNNECESSARY LIGHT POLLUTION, REGULATION OF BILLBOARDS, FUNDING FOR THE GREEN RIBBON PROGRAM,THE DESIGNATION OF SCENIC HIGHWAYS, SUPPORTING LOCAL CONTROL OF CITY ORDINANCES RELATED TO BEAUTIFICATION AND INFORMING AND EMPOWERING TEXAS COMMUNITIES AND CITIZENS IN THEIR OPPOSITION TO VISUAL BLIGHT.
OTHER SCENIC INITIATIVES: MAY INCLUDE ROADWAY WILDFLOWER PLANTINGS, PROTECTING THE DARK SKIES THROUGH COLLECTIVE IMPACT AND ADVOCACY, DESIGNATION OF SCENIC HIGHWAYS, CONTINUING THE EFFORTS TO PLANT 1 MILLION TREES ACROSS TEXAS, DEVELOPING A SCENIC COUNTY AND SCENIC SCHOOL CERTIFICTION PROGRAM.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Jason Wills Chair | 2 | $0 | |
Judy Harman Vice Chair | 2 | $0 | |
Brenda Wheeler Treasurer | 1.25 | $0 | |
Margaret Demoss Secretary | 2 | $0 | |
Louise Appleman Board Member | 0.5 | $0 | |
Philip Gould Board Member | 0.5 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $169,739 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Investment income | $2,349 |
| Gain or Loss | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming & Fundraising | $1,385 |
| Other Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $173,473 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and similar amounts paid | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Salaries, other compensation, and employee benefits | $95,688 |
| Professional fees and other payments to independent contractors | $6,633 |
| Occupancy, rent, utilities, and maintenance | $0 |
| Printing, publications, postage, and shipping | $0 |
| Other expenses | $52,581 |
| Total expenses | $154,902 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash, savings, and investments | $123,620 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $123,620 |
| Total liabilities | $38,797 |
| Net assets or fund balances | $84,823 |