1. Virginia Federation of Chapters Strategic Planning/Bylaws Update
Woodbridge Chapter 1270
Strategic Planning/Bylaws Update
July 21, 2016
Public Relations Chair
Gaston Gianni
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OVERVIEW
Resources
Quick Look
Process
Strategic Planning Goals
Work Areas Given to the SP Committee
SP Committee Areas for Improvement
What Next
Convention Bylaw Proposals
NEED FOR CHANGE
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Future of NARFE Report
Strategic Plan Process
Milestone Chart
Process Fact Sheet
SP Team & SP Committee
Consultant-SABATIER
SP Committee Instructions
Resource on NARFE Strategic Planning
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8. Nat. Executive Board & Federation Presidents’ Meeting July
9. Federation Presidents’ Meeting Update Slides (on web)
10. SPC Meeting Synopsis (5 meetings) also on web
11. SPC Recommendations
12 SP Team- (National Treasurer, 2 Regional VPs and 1 Staff member) write draft 2016 Strategic Plan
13 NARFE Board Recommendations
14 Proposed Bylaws
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STRATEGIC PLAN--QUICK LOOK
FUTURE OF NARFE REPORT-2014
Strategic Planning approved at 2014 convention
Strategic Planning link on NARFE web site
Strategic Planning Committee-1 rep from each NARFE Region
Gaston Gianni Region X Rep.
Committee met April- Sept., 2015
Made recommendations that will form the basis for Strategic Planning Team to draft a NARFE Strategic Plan
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ISSUES/GOALS
Transform governance to be more efficient, effective, agile, consistent and accountable
Establish a consistent brand to increase awareness, eliminate confusion and convey the value of NARFE
Stabilize and grow membership to support effective advocacy and to deliver financial stability
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SPC ASKED TO STUDY-12 Areas
Board of Directors Structure
BOD function as policy makers
BOD set annual dues
Federation/State advocacy structure
Federation funds
Congressional District Leaders
Optional local chapter membership
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SPC ASKED TO STUDY (Continued)
NARFE member as Congressional District Action Teams
Electronic meetings
Quorum Requirements
One member one vote
Unified dues
(Items in Red not addressed by SPC)
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SPC Recommendations for Improvement
Board of Directors—Make up, authority and responsibilities-i.e. Option to Raise Dues
Executive Director
Non-Mandatory Chapter Membership
One member one vote
Federation Structure
Federation Funds
Congressional District Liaisons
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WHAT HAPPENED??
Strategic Plan “ SECURE THE FUTURE”
Accepted by Board Dec 2015
Posted on Web site
Board has approved hiring of Executive Director
Board has approved submitting the following bylaws changes for vote at the AUG 2016 National Convention:
One member one vote
Optional Chapter membership
Board to have authority to raise dues (with limits)
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WHAT NEXT?
Vote on Board proposed bylaw changes at National Convention (DONE)
Other bylaw changes are being proposed by Federations and Chapters and will be posted on web site (Cutoff May 13)
25 Proposed By Laws changes were submitted
National By Laws Committee will review and make recommendations at the National Convention in Reno
Bylaws changes will be voted on at the Convention
Begin the next Strategic Planning Process for the National Convention
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13. MAJOR CATEGORIES OF BYLAWS AMENDMENTSQ
MAJOR CATEGORIES OF BYLAWS AMENDMENTS
NEB Amendments (3Proposals)
Number Of Regions (10Proposals)
Membership (5Proposals)
National Officers and RVP’s (3Proposals)
Dues (3Proposals)
NEB Procedures (3Proposals)
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14. Q Optional Chapter Membership
NARFE depends on member dues!!! Membership means survival!!!
Facts
Membership DOWN 50% over 30 years
Membership dues account for 63% of revenue
Membership attrition is reducing $$
Continued revenue declines will limit ability to perform mission
NARFE has CLOSED over 300 chapters in last 5 years
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FACTS Continued
Required Chapter membership inhibits growth
25% of lapsed members report leaving because of mandatory chapter membership
69% joining before 2008 have not attended meetings in past 12 months
79% joining after 2008 have not attended meetings in past 12 months
Declining membership resulted in NARFE being in the RED 6 out of 10 years
If trend continues NARFE could be financially INSOLVENT in 2 to 4 years
Shut down of NARFE by 2020 is possible!!
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16. KEY TARGET GROUP for MEMBERSHIPQ
KEY TARGET GROUP for MEMBERSHIP
Those retiring now have distinct profile
Many will start new careers or businesses
Many continue to work even if income isn’t needed
They are less likely to join chapters
They are comfortable communicating and socializing online
They are uninformed on legislative issues and UNINTERESTED in advocacy
Interests center on federal benefits and guidance
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eNARFE Confusion
14 % of membership and growing
Includes large % of returning lapsed members
Indicative of preferences
Confusion about eNARFE hinders recruitment
SIGNIFICANT membership growth opportunity with Optional Chapter Membership
Join NARFE FIRST, then be given a choice of joining a chapter.
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One Member, One Vote
Increase member’s opportunity to be heard
Most members don’t attend National Conventions
Last Convention: 237,000 members were represented 895 floor voting delegates an by 581 for ballot issues!!
Technology will enable ALL members to vote
All members will have a fair and equal say in NARFE policy, programs, and management
All members will be able to run for National Office
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Raising Dues
Give Board authority to raise dues up to 10% over a two year period
Flexibility needed
Not used unless needed
Members can vote to over turn at next convention
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CLOSING THOUGHTS
The Future of NARFE Project-Long term Vision
Status quo will not sustain NARFE financially
If NARFE is to survive and be effective, we need to change and grow
WE MUST BEGIN TO ACT now or NARFE will continue toward closure!
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QUESTIONS
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