Feature — Planning Retreats
A planning retreat offers local leaders the often unprecedented opportunity to come together in a relaxed setting, away from daily pressures and distractions in order to invest focused time and energy into tackling challenges and reaching goals to better the community.
The Vinson Institute tailors each retreat to effectively address the needs of each governing body. While some retreats focus on board/council member roles, responsibilities, and relationship building, other retreats take more of a planning approach, with participants setting specific goals to accomplish during their term and beyond. Other subjects covered may include financial planning, managing change, conflict resolution, and communications with the media and with citizens.
Whatever the need, a Vinson Institute faculty member—a skilled facilitator who is familiar with the issues and problems that confront an elected government official—will help to set a clear agenda and provide structure to keep things moving.
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