1. GOVERNANCE & INTEROPERABILITY NGA Policy Academy March 21, 2005

2. GOVERNANCE Board Structure that will Improve Interoperability Establishes Authority Improves Coordination Enhances Communication Expands Opportunities

3. GOVERNANCE BOARD Can be an existing Board Should be inclusive Agencies Government levels Jurisdictions Needs to be institutionalized

4. GOVERNANCE BOARD ROLE Defines Vision for Interoperability that addresses nature, scope and objectives Develops a strategy for implementation Formulates and approves policy to guide implementation and operations Overseas activities Identifies issues – resolves conflicts Adopts funding mechanism Facilitates cooperation and collaboration

5. GOVERNANCE BOARD ROLE LEADERSHIP

6. GOVERNANCE PRINCIPLES No right or wrong way Tailor approach to own situation Review Best Practices Use resources available – SAFECOM – National Associations

7. RESOURCES SAFECOM www.safecomprogram.gov 1-866-969-7233 Marilyn Praisner 100 Maryland Avenue, Rockville 20850 240-777-7968 Councilmember.Praisner@montgomerycountymd.gov