Resource & Energy Action Plan Advisory Board Aileen Tracy, Executive Director Teresa Steely, Program Manager Cori Andreatta, Program Specialist

Agenda 11:35 a.m. 4CORE’s Role 11:45 a.m. Advisory Board Introductions 12:00 noon Mission/Vision 12:10 to 1:40 p.m. SWOT Analysis (Working Lunch) 1:40 p.m. Work Group Lead Presents SWOT (4 work groups: 10 minutes each) 2:20 p.m. Next Steps

4CORE’s Role The Governor's Energy Office (GEO), in promoting Colorado's New Energy Economy, is providing funds for Community Energy Coordinators (CECs) to develop and facilitate the implementation of regional energy efficiency and conservation strategies. 4CORE is Southwest Colorado's CEC. 4CORE, with input from the REAP Advisory Board and work groups, will develop a local strategy for saving energy and creating jobs.

Elected officials, ranchers, farmers, utilities, businesses, oil and gas rep’s, non-profits, bankers, planners, educators, economic development, subject matter experts (SMEs)... REAP of Southwest Colorado Advisory Board

Name, Title, Representing what sector and what area of southwest Colorado EXTREMELY EFFICIENT INTRODUCTIONS Six second rule

REAP of Southwest Colorado Advisory Board MISSION Ensure Southwest Colorado uses resources and energy effectively and efficiently to create economic opportunities and improve quality of life by developing and implementing the Resource & Energy Action Plan.

REAP of Southwest Colorado Advisory Board VISION Southwest Colorado will REAP the benefits of effective use of resources and sustain a thriving region of rural, agricultural, and mountainous communities.

4CORE (Community Energy Coordinator): Compile Resource Needs Assessment Develop Strategy Develop Action Plans Advisory Board: Provide Input/Feedback for Strategy Recruit Work Group Volunteers Review/Approve Strategy and Action Plans Next Steps