1. GOMA/GOMC Roles in the Fund Development Process
Cynthia Krum
GOMC Working Group Meeting
October 9-10, 2013

2. Presentation Outline Background Current Procedure
Changes from Current Procedure
Recommendation

3. Background GOMC Request
In the past, Councilors have expressed concern regarding the Council’s role in review of fund development requests and decision-making.
The Birchline Planning, LLC. Fund development Plan recommended GOMA take lead with fund development
At their June 2013 meeting, the Council requested GOMA assist with Fund development.

4. Prior Procedure Overview
Fund development Reports reviewed for advice and recommendation by:
Management and Finance Committee
GOMC Working Group and Council
Contract Management for Fund Development contractor provided by:
Gulf of Maine Council (Working Group Chair)
Note: Starting last year, contract facilitation assistance provided by GOMA Chair

5. Changes from Current Procedure
Guidance only will be provided by Council, Working Group and Management and Finance
Decision-making will be done by GOMA
Contract management and assistance for fund development contractor will be provided by GOMA

6. Recommendation
Review Flow Chart description in the October 2013 Working Group Briefing Book
Determine if Flow Chart meets the needs of the GOMC and make recommendation for Council approval