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Jamestown 4-H Educational Center

Jamestown 4-H Educational Center. Strategic Plan 2009-2011. Tony Lea Jamestown 4-H Center Dec 2008. Jamestown 4-H Educational Center. Board of Directors Strategic Planning Retreat. September 26-27, 2008. Jamestown 4-H Educational Center General Conclusions from Pre-Retreat Survey

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Jamestown 4-H Educational Center

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  1. Jamestown 4-H Educational Center Strategic Plan 2009-2011 Tony Lea Jamestown 4-H Center Dec 2008

  2. Jamestown 4-H Educational Center Board of DirectorsStrategic Planning Retreat September 26-27, 2008

  3. Jamestown 4-H Educational Center General Conclusions from Pre-Retreat Survey • Surveyed were 4-H Agents, Board of Directors & Staff • Feedback from 28 of the 32 individuals polled • Mission statement needs to be updated • Summer camp and specialty camps were rated highest in importance for program development Observations by Group • Agents believe in the importance of 4-H camp for youth development and recognize the need for updating facilities including the addition of classroom space and technology updates • Board members seemed genuinely visionary but come across as being somewhat removed from the practical issues faced by full time staff and agents • Staff seemed sincerely engaged and interested in working to achieve a quality product (From 2008 Strategic Planning Survey)

  4. Jamestown 4-H Educational Center Strengths • Summer camp & Specialty camps • Outdoor education program • Location on the James River & Historical Triangle • Strong youth development opportunities • Rustic character Concerns • Space & expansion potential (biggest limitation) • Money & Funding (of equal concern) • Quality of facilities (limiting in attracting new clientele) • Staff availability / retention • Marketing • Limited programming opportunities • Rustic character (From 2008 Strategic Planning Survey)

  5. Jamestown 4-H Educational Center Current Mission Jamestown 4-H Educational Center, Inc. is a non-profit organization dedicated to the development of youth and adult volunteers through innovative 4-H camping, environmental education, and leadership training. Draft of New Mission Jamestown 4-H Educational Center, Inc. fosters change in the lives of youth and adults by building character, values and esteem through hands-on training, camping and conferences.

  6. Jamestown 4-H Educational Center The four focus groups • Building partnerships • Enhance performance (fiscal) • Expand audiences • Refreshing the board

  7. Jamestown 4-H Educational Center Current Organizational Structure • Corporate MembershipVCE agents (11 4-H; 2 Ag; 2 Vacant) Lay person (1 per unit: 13 members; 9 vacant) • Board of Directors12 Directors from Membership (currently @ 11) 5 non 4-H members (currently @ 2) • CommitteesMinimal activity & commitment

  8. Jamestown 4-H Educational Center Proposed Organizational Structure • Board of Directors8-12 non 4-H members (with TIME, talent & TREASURE) 3 Agents nominated by District Director - 1 agent from PD 15 - 1 agent from PD 17 & PD 18 - 1 agent from PD 21 Revive Committee work - opportunity for VCE involvement

  9. Jamestown 4-H Educational Center Why is this important Our Projected Needs • Shore Restoration ($250,000) • Roofing ($25,000 - $30,000 for 6 new roofs) • New pool pump house ($20,000) • Porch refurbishment ($10,000) • Arts & Craft / Store Renovation • Road upgrade • Future Master Plan • Endowments, Scholarships, etc.

  10. Jamestown 4-H Educational Center Important to Remember • The Board of Directors will present to the Membership for vote the proposed change of Articles of Amendment (restructuring the Board) • It is vital that all the agents & lay persons from each unit belonging to the Membership attend • PLEASE ENCOURAGE ATTENDANCE Annual Meeting 2:00 pm Tuesday March 24, 2009 Jamestown 4-H Center Thank you

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