Spring 2017 Area Association Meeting

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1 Spring 2017 Area Association Meeting Membership Update Girl Membership Goal 09/31/2017: 21,193 YTD: 16,888 Volunteer Led YTD: 13,688 Staff Led YTD: 3,200 Market Share: 5.60% Girl population ,328 Girls Served 16,888 (as of 2/15/2017) 1

2 Net Income Summary Net Income December YTD 2016 Actual Budget Variance Revenue $ 925,517 $ 886,626 $ 38,891 Less Operating Expenses $ (1,855,774) $ (1,843,186) $ (12,588) Operating Income $ (930,257) $ (956,560) $ 26,303 Investment Income $ 56,622 $ 9,813 $ 46,809 Total Surplus/(Deficit) $ (873,635) $ (946,747) $ 73, Finance Highlights Financial Results thru Dec 2016 are on Budget Audit for complete. Clean Audit! IRS form 990 Complete. Purchased a Bus, largely funded by JWB Preliminary Cookie order looks good 2

3 Long Range Program and Properties Strategic Initiative Divestment of Scoutcrest update: Eshenbaugh Land Company commissioned to sell Scoutcrest On the market in next few weeks via multiple mediums, including MLS No signage will be put up until the decommissioning of Scoutcrest in June when camp is closed Could take a year or more to sell property After Feasibility Study completed to determine funding climate Moving forward with Long Range Property Plan: Phase One currently underway to complete the list of Givens of camp improvements for all camps funded by current operation budget Phase Two ( ) continued improvements at all camps and expansion of units and waterfront features at Wai Lani funded by sale of Scoutcrest Phase Three (2018 and beyond) Continued improvements and expansions as outlined in the Capital Improvement Plan based on secured funding Long Range Program and Properties Strategic Initiative Long Range Property Plan Given s Completed Projects completed or underway* since October 2016: Camp Dorothy Thomas: Ladybug cleaned, painted, and available for use. Hot water heater installed at Skunk Unit New stove installed at CIT Refrigerated water fountains with bottle fillers installed at sleeping units. Contract cleaning has been implemented to clean facilities Contract landscaping has been implemented to maintain grounds Horse stable repair* Oak Hammock repair* 3

4 Long Range Program and Properties Strategic Initiative Indian Echo Low ropes course and giant swing installed Wai Lani Brazilian Peppers removed from fire circle to the boat house Contract cleaning has been implemented to clean facilities Contract landscaping has been implemented to maintain grounds Signage* Camp Wildwood New fencing for equestrian area Reorganizing and cleaning of Friendship Center and Nature Center for programming Continued removal of peat from Gator Pond to restore lakefront and activities Signage* National Council Session Update At the annual meeting in April, you (delegates) will elect 11 delegates and 6 alternates to represent our council at the national convention Oct. 4 6 in Columbus, OH. The matters of governance on which they will vote at the national level have not yet been announced. These delegates will attend the fall area association meetings to gather your feedback on those items to be brought before the national council. Twenty nine adults and 9 girls applied to become national delegates. Sixteen adults and all nine girls were selected to interview for the positons. When you receive your Call to Annual Meeting announcement, it will include the slate of national council nominees for your consideration. 4

5 G.I.R.L Following the National Council Session in Columbus, GSUSA will host G.I.R.L. 2017, an event to bring together every go getter, innovator, risk taker, and leader who cares about girls and their leadership potential. This event welcomes Girl Scouts, girls of all ages, parents, families, caregivers, and influencers. G.I.R.L will kick off at the opening ceremony Oct. 6 for all attendees. On Oct. 7, participants can attend separate go getter, innovator, and risk taker themed plenary sessions followed by breakout sessions specific to those areas. They will host a fun and engaging adult party for attendees 18 and over that night and a corresponding one for girls in grades 6 through 12. Learn more: girl scouts/girl 2017.html Annual Meeting Weekend April 22-23, Camp Wildwood Celebrating: Leader Appreciation Day, GSWCF s 10 th anniversary, Earth Day, and the 100 th anniversary of the cookie program! Fun and convenient options: Ride the GSWCF bus to and from camp Boxed lunches SWAPS, archery, live animals at the nature center, horse encounter, learn about the lake restoration project Adult awards dinner Barn dance Campfire s mores Overnight camping Scouts Own ceremony Homestead program 5

6 Bylaws Revisions CURRENT LANGUAGE Section 3. Selection and Term of Board Development Committee Chair The chair of the board development committee shall be elected by a majority of the board development committee members at their first meeting for a term of one year and may serve no more than two terms as chair. The chair of the board development committee, if not already elected to the board of directors, shall be an ex officio member of the board of directors. A vacancy in the office of chair of the board development committee shall be filled from among the remaining board development committee members by majority vote of the remaining board development committee members. NEW LANGUAGE Section 3. Selection and Term of Board Development Committee Chair The chair of the board development committee shall be selected by the chair of the board and the CEO for a term of one year and may serve no more than two terms as chair. The chair of the board development committee, if not already elected to the board of directors, shall be an ex officio member of the board of directors. A vacancy in the office of chair of the board development committee shall be filled from among the remaining board development committee members by majority vote of the remaining board development committee members. RATIONALE Qualified members of the board development committee come from all areas of the council and often do not have a prior relationship with fellow committee members. They are thereby unable to hold an informed election to choose a chairperson. The chair of the board and CEO are better poised to identify the best candidate each year to lead the efforts of the committee. Bylaws Revisions CURRENT LANGUAGE Section 1. Powers, Responsibilities, and Accountabilities The corporate business and affairs of the council shall be governed by the board of directors except as may be otherwise provided in these bylaws or the articles of incorporation. NEW LANGUAGE Section 1. Powers, Responsibilities, and Accountabilities The corporate business and affairs of the council shall be governed by the board of directors except as may be otherwise provided in these bylaws or the articles of incorporation. The board of directors is accountable to: a. the Delegates for managing the affairs of the Council, b. the board of directors of Girl Scouts of the United States of America for compliance with the charter requirements, c. the state of Florida for adhering to state corporate law, and d. the federal government in matters relating to legislation affecting nonprofit organizations. RATIONALE It is a best practice in nonprofit governance to clearly define accountabilities for the Board of Directors. 6

7 Our Greatest Challenge is Relevancy Non-members and lapsed members believe Girl Scouts is not for me or someone I care about 82% SOURCE: Understanding and Optimizing GSUSA s Brand Partnerships, HeartMind Strategies, December 2015 Family Room Parent Segmentation Study,

8 To achieve success we must Increase clarity around who we are and what we do Regain relevancy in the external market Leadership the Girl Scout Way Go-getter Innovator Risk-taker Leader Express vision, ambition, and persist through challenges Problem solve with creativity, curiosity, and resourcefulness Make decisions, face fears, take on new experiences Empathize, identify strengths, and empower others 8

9 Our Value Proposition We prepare every G.I.R.L. to practice a lifetime of leadership. Access to thousands of girl-led experiences, skills, and connections. Girls built of courage, confidence, and character make the world a better place. WHAT HOW WHY Questions? 9