The Live Stream Cis ampus to Cou ncil

The Live Stream Cis ampus to Cou ncil Aug ust 26, 2017 scheduled to begin at 9: 00 am

Effective Councils C ampus to Cou ncil Aug ust 26, 2017

Building Stronger Extension Councils Objectives Understand State Statutes Know areas of responsibility Recognize the marks of an effective council Create a positive council culture Understand characteristics of effective members • Identify strategies for becoming more effective as a member of the council • • • Revised 2017

What makes an effective council?

Building Stronger Extension Councils State Statutes • Extension councils created by state law • State law (statutes) established regulations for how council would organize and operate • Councils are compelled to follow these rules Revised 2017

Building Stronger Extension Councils have three primary areas of responsibility Program Input Governance Membership Revised 2017

Building Stronger Extension Councils Program Input Ø Gather input and report program needs Ø Be open to new ideas Ø Set priorities Ø Recognize quality programs Ø Understand program impacts Ø On audiences Ø Public (public value) Ø Be a resource in community Revised 2017

Building Stronger Extension Councils Governance Ø Operate within statutes Ø Follow University policy Ø Stay within council’s scope of authority Ø Follow Sunshine Law Ø Comply with Title IX regulations Ø Bylaws Revised 2017

Building Stronger Extension Councils Governance (cont. ) Ø Organize for action ØHold regular meetings ØCommittee structure ØPlan for the future Ø Provide responsible leadership ØOfficers and committee chairs give direction Ø Follow established decision making process Revised 2017

Building Stronger Extension Councils Governance (cont. ) Ø Provide fiscal oversight Ø Maintain appropriate records Ø Demonstrate values ØCivil, inclusive ØWelcome new voices Revised 2017

Building Stronger Extension Councils Governance Ø Evaluate effectiveness ØBoard self-evaluation ØAnnual report ØAdvocate for financial support ØFiduciary responsibility ØExit surveys Revised 2017

Building Stronger Extension Councils Membership Ø Follow state statutes Ø Create a positive environment ØActive participation ØWork as a team ØReflect diversity of community ØCelebrate accomplishments ØRecognize service Ø Provide training Revised 2017

Building Stronger Extension Councils Exemplary Councils Revised 2017 Advocate for Extension Are in touch with the community Promote Extension Serve as a resource

Effective Council Members

Building Stronger Extension Councils Effective Council Members are Informed Revised 2017 Engaged Loyal Innovative

Building Stronger Extension Councils Effective Council Members are Informed • Vision and mission • Community needs and issues • Extension programs and resources Revised 2017

Building Stronger Extension Councils Effective Council Members are Informed • Vision and mission • Community needs and issues • Extension programs and resources Revised 2017 Engaged • Enthusiastic and passionate • Willing to represent constituents • Open minded • Independent thinker

Building Stronger Extension Councils Effective Council Members Loyal Informed • Vision and mission • Community needs and issues • Extension programs and resources Revised 2017 Engaged • Enthusiastic and passionate • Willing to represent constituents • Open minded • Independent thinker • Committed to the mission • Fulfill responsibilities

Building Stronger Extension Councils Effective Council Members Innovative Informed Engaged • Vision and mission • Community needs and issues • Extension programs and resources • Enthusiastic and passionate • Willing to represent constituents • Open minded • Independent thinker Revised 2017 Loyal • Committed to the mission • Fulfill responsibilities • See opportunities • Look for solutions • Try new things • Take risks

Building Stronger Extension Councils Effective Council Members Informed • Vision and mission • Community needs and issues • Extension programs and resources Revised 2017 Engaged Loyal Innovative • Enthusiastic and passionate • Willing to represent constituents • Open minded • Independent thinker • Committed to the mission • Fulfill responsibilities • See opportunities • Looks for solutions • Try new things • Take risks

Building Stronger Extension Councils Steps for Success Know your responsibilities Prepare for meetings Participate in meetings Connect to the community Learn about Extension programs Revised 2017

Building Stronger Extension Councils Steps for Success Tell others about Extension resources Get to know your faculty and staff Advocate for Extension Support council decisions Avoid conflicts of interest Revised 2017