Craig and Linda led us in a review of the strategic plans from 2010 and 2014. The club has been doing great things since we began 17 years ago!  We took some time to revisit the goals and vision of the club to make sure we are all on the same page as we move forward. 

Historically, we have focused on 4 main areas: fresh water; youth; global service; and community service. 

• We have an amazing youth exchange program, in collaboration with the other Traverse City clubs.  Every year we send kids to other countries and host exchange students here.  We help local youth through our Backpacks for Kids program.
• Our global service team has taken us to Honduras to put in water filters.  We are in the planning stages to do another global service project in Malawi in 2017.  One of the Club goals is to have 100% member participation in one form or another – from participation in fundraising, to support/encouragement, to actually going to Malawi.
• The fresh water/community service team sets up service opportunities like the upcoming work bee at the Discovery Center on May 14 and the Kid’s Free Fishing day in June.  We historically have done bell ringing for Salvation Army, collected soap and shampoos for the homeless, and provided food for the weekend for school aged children through Blessings in a Backpack.
• The membership team has helped many new members join the club and get engaged in activities.

There was a survey that was completed by each club member during the presentation, giving each of us the opportunity to weigh in on the priorities for the coming year as well as suggestions to improve our club. The results will be compiled and shared with the club.

At the conclusion of the presentation, the club was asked if we should do another strategic plan by bringing in someone from Rotary or similar outside group.  The vote taken at that time (yes/no) resulted in an even tie.  More input will be necessary before further action is taken.