Judy Fried

Alex Marx

Mary Penich

Stacey Robinson

Vision/ Mission:

Committee suggested eliminating “resources” as many Communities do not have adequate resources.

There might be an opportunity for the Coalition to access “Drug Free Communities” funding. “Prevent substance abuse” would have to be included in the mission. The Committee discussed adding, “avoid risky behavior such as substance abuse” to the mission. Would like input from Steering Committee.

Goals and Objectives

Goal #1

Conduct a comprehensive needs assessment to establish community

needs, gaps and current after-school programs.

Objectives

A. Identify current available after-school and out of school programs in Lake County.

B. Design and conduct a comprehensive survey to identify County-wide needs. Target audience should include: schools, recreation agencies, teen centers, youth organizations, village halls, townships, libraries, faith-based organizations, parents and youth and law enforcement.

C. Analyze results of comprehensive survey including gaps and duplication in programming.

D. Disseminate findings to key stakeholders.

Goal #2

Formalize a permanent organizational structure for the Coalition.

A. Develop Bylaws for the Coalition

Bylaws should include:

1. Committee Structure

2. Membership requirements

3. Meetings’ frequency

4. Officers/Executive Committee

B. Secure funding which will enable administrative support for the Coalition and its mission.

Goal #3

Continue Coalition Building.

A. Maintain communication with Summit Stakeholders.

B. Identify and recruit members for the Coalition

C. Develop a network for program providers.

D. Develop promotional strategy for afterschool programs.

E. Maximize use of website which should include current information on funding, available resources; and be used as a clearinghouse of information on afterschool/out of school programs in Lake County.

Goals for #4 and #5 will be developed at next meeting.