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VNEW Charter Discussion Background Information <br /> 9/4/2008 <br /> <br /> Statement of Need: <br /> <br /> The West Eugene Wetland Partnership was established to facilitate implementation of the West <br /> Eugene Wetland Plan. Over the years the partnership has expanded, collaborating in new <br /> areas on new projects including many increasingly outside of those identified in the West <br /> Eugene Wetland Plan. At present the WEW partnership structure has stretched to address the <br /> variety of plans, projects and programs that are now relevant. The WET agreed that taking a <br /> look at the charter and structure and considering modifications, or perhaps reformulation, <br /> <br /> would be not only timely but a useful conversation for the partners. <br /> Goals: <br /> The intent of an amended WEW Partnership would be to accomplish the following goals: <br /> 1. Increase efficiencies through expanded and improved coordination. <br /> 2. Reflect existing partnership work while adding a strategy component. <br /> o Develop a 10-year work plan or similar articulation of near term goals. It may <br /> include generalized outcomes, although these may be less <br /> prescriptive/directive and more broad intent-oriented. This plan would remain <br /> flexible and be updated regularly. <br /> o Create an updated organization structure to reflect lead members and <br /> associate members. Consider creating new teams (i.e. a core team for <br /> ridgeline implementation, "private lands stewardship and education team", <br /> etc.) <br /> 3. Create an agenda for the policy members of the partnership so they (a) identify and <br /> address emerging issues, (b) are informed of and can address alignment needs that <br /> affect implementation, funding, messages, opportunities, (c) engage each partner <br /> organization at their maximum potential, (d) serve to elucidate and update the <br /> partnership regarding structure, goals, strategies, and any major changes in those area <br /> .for each organization. <br /> 4. Formalize and acknowledge partnerships that are already working together outside of <br /> the WEW, remaining flexible in order to allow future growth and avoid excluding projects <br /> that are on horizon. The different "arms" of the partnership will likely work together in <br /> ways reflective of different formal and informal agreements (i.e. one shoe will not likely fit <br /> all situations). <br /> <br />