OBJECTIVE: To ensure the stability of the Association in the
ensuing years for each newly elected body of officers.
PURPOSE: The Strategic Planning Committee is responsible for
the annual evaluation and modification of the Strategic Plan of the Association
to include the development of the fifth year of the plan, annually. The
committee shall also perform other such duties as specified in the Association
By-Laws, the Administrative Policies and Procedures,
or as directed by a majority vote of a quorum of the Association membership.
COMMITTEE STRUCTURE: The Strategic Planning Committee shall consist
of the Vice President of the Association as Chair, and the Chairs of the
Membership,
Conference, Resolution and By-Laws, and Legislative Committees, an
Area Governor of the Association selected by
the Board of Directors, other members
as recommended by the Chair and approved by the Board of Directors of the
Association.
1998 ISSUE(S):
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Continued development of the Association Policies
and Procedures manual to ensure proper business transactions of the
Association.
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Development of an informational package to inform new and prospective members
of the organization and its goals and objectives.
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Promote the continued development of regional and statewide evacuation
plans.
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Promote the passage of Special Needs legislation and participate in the
rule development process.
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Ensure seamless transition and full utilization of the professional management
firm contracted with by the Association.
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Implement statewide certification program as
voted by the membership.
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Increase Association membership base
by 25% in 1998.
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Coordinate a professional conference
annually that promotes the all hazards approach to Emergency Management.
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Continue to research potential options towards the reduction of the existing
shelter deficit.
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Emphasize position to legislative delegation of the critical nature of
safe shelter for students on a daily basis (safety from tornados
and high winds) and the public during hurricane
events.
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Interact with other similar associations, either formally through memberships
or informally through meeting attendance to increase recognition of FEPA
as a strong and influential organization and, where appropriate, join forces
to influence political or legislative matters.
1999 ISSUES
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Establish methodology to reach membership growth
goal of 10% annually.
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Develop methodology for increasing the Associations influence in legislative
matters that directly address emergency management issues.
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Promote legislation for mitigation funding, i.e. school
retrofits, etc.
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Develop committees with external focus to increase organizational influence.
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Develop plan to ensure proper participation of unique membership groups
within the Association, i.e. Director's Caucus, Public Works, etc.
2000 ISSUES
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Develop and implement necessary procedural changes for membership to move
officer elections to a biennial or progressive
cycle.
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Encourage the state university system to implement a master degree program
in the field of Emergency Management.
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Develop Association promotional materials for sale to membership.
2001 ISSUES
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Develop minimum operational and performance standards for municipal and
county programs to ensure operational validity and program funding.
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Re-evaluate all provisions of the certification/training
program.
2002 ISSUES
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Develop programs and services for present and future members.
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Enhance communication and information exchange through utilization of appropriate
technologies.
Adopted Board of Directors February 11, 1998
