2.  Explain PBLG’s role  Quick review of what’s happened so far ◦ SWOT survey ◦ Extensive discussion about approaching the planning process ◦ The current 5-year plan can be found at PSU’s web site.  This meeting and future forums are intended to provide a venue for gathering additional input and perceptions.

3.  Recognized need for ensuring a connection between university planning and the budgeting process.  In 2007 a campus-wide Planning and Budgeting Leadership Group (PBLG) was created to replace the Campus Budget, University Planning, and Faculty Budget & Resource committees.  This constituent-based group performs in systemic and inclusive ways to allow the institution to focus upon strategic goals and their implementation. 3

4.  Primary role will be to lead the university strategic planning process  Integrate the budgeting process with the strategic plan  Make recommendations to the President to maximize utilization of university financial resources  Gather insight or information from members of PSU’s community from time to time to assist with strategic planning process  Bring a better understanding of financial and budget issues to the campus community 4

5.  Develop the process, timeline, context, and structure of the next campus strategic planning process that would begin in the fall 2012. This is the “plan” or template for how the campus should develop the next strategic planning process after the current plan expires in 2012, keeping in mind that the NEASC accreditation process should provide a solid basis for assessment and goals and that effort should be leveraged as part of the next strategic plan. 5

6.  Co-Chair, AVP for Finance  Co-Chair, Faculty Speaker  College Deans  Chair of Chairs & 4 faculty  2 PAT reps  2 OS reps  2 student reps  AVP for Academic Admin & Finance  AVP for Undergraduate Studies  Director for Institutional Research  Director of Budget & Accounting Svcs  Budget Coordinator  President’s Cabinet – Ex Officio members 6

7.  Who are we?  How are we unique, or how can we create a distinct identity for PSU in the eyes of our stakeholders?  How do we get there; strategic focus & tactics?

8.  Additional forums will be held during faculty week & on September 28 th at 10am.  More information about times & locations will be included in email reminders.  SWOT survey will be redistributed again to capture additional input.