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Board debates internal strategic planning after limited SWOT responses
Summary
Board members discussed the agency's SWOT analysis and whether to hire an outside consultant or run an internal workshop, with some members urging an internal start and others warning of low engagement.
Board members discussed a draft SWOT analysis and whether the agency should hire an outside consultant to prepare a strategic plan or begin with an internal workshop. Several board members said they had submitted little input to the SWOT survey, which limited the consultant's ability to proceed. Some members argued that a modest internal session would reveal whether outside help is needed; others said a paid consultant could provide discipline and bring external perspective.
One board member urged starting with a single in-person session to see the level of participation and then decide whether to retain outside help. Members discussed timing (summer versus September), preferred meeting windows (mornings were suggested), and whether to invite community partners and local college and municipal representatives to the first session.
The board directed staff to send a doodle poll and work on an agenda and facilitator options, and agreed that a majority vote would determine whether to proceed with the first workshop. Several members emphasized the need for higher board engagement and requested a clear agenda and facilitator for the session.
