MLIB Strategic Planning Piorities 2011

MLIB Strategic Planning 2011

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MLIB Strategic Planning Priorities 2011

Table of Contents Message from the Chief

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Background

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Where have we been

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Where are we today

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Strategic Priorities/Direction

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Revenue Generation

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Community Buildings

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Community Services

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New Large Scale Opportunities

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Performance Targets

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Acknowledgements

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Message from the Chief On behalf of the Council, this document, the McLeod Lake Indian Band (MLIB) Strategic Planning Priorities 2011 and beyond is intended to serve as a working-operational document to assist the Council and administration in continuing to identify and work towards achieving its vision, mission and goals & objectives.

This document is inclusive of all Council member’s participation, as well as efforts and contributions from the Senior Staff. Council has identified a desire to continue building on the recent accomplishments of the community and further strive toward enhancing programs & services, improving infrastructure and building strong relationships to benefit the MLIB. Most important, as the “ultimate goal,” our focus is intended to set in motion the process through which MLIB will ultimately develop into a self-sustaining community.

As the creation of a self sustaining community as a central and core goal, we recognize that we are in very exceptional times. As we work through the challenges and obstacles together, we can all make certain that MLIB is in the best position to mitigate any unprecedented and unforeseen challenges; such as our successful response to recent global economic issues, recent program cut backs, and the devastation to our natural resources. More importantly, through good planning and forecasting, we can position ourselves to ensure we are ready to take advantage of the opportunities that are available to MLIB. I would like to express my gratitude to Council and the Senior Staff who contributed their time and talent to this essential responsibility and obligation on behalf of the MLIB. The Council looks forward to receiving the reports, analysis, and recommendations as the Administration works toward the goals of the MLIB.

Derek Orr Chief, McLeod Lake Indian Band “Clarifying Our Path”

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Background On January 24 & 25, the MLIB Council and Senior Staff participated in their 2nd planning session, as a follow-up to the last one conducted in 2009. The Council felt it is was time to initiate a follow-up on the planning priorities identified in 2009, to consider where we are today with respect to the progress being made towards the objectives previously identified, to determine future priorities and opportunities, and assess and adjust the means or pathways that were identified. The use of outside facilitators supported the process.

Where Have We Been?

The following is a comprehensive list that describes where MLIB has been in its recent past, including some of the challenges and difficulties experienced, as well as the successes and achievements. Analyzing where MLIB has been allows for an assessment of lessons learned, what unforeseen risks arose, what practices worked and what didn’t work, and therefore it provides insight into MLIB’s strengths and weaknesses. It also assists in identifying how relevant previously identified objectives and priorities are, potential new opportunities or risks, and therefore potential new pathways that need to be considered.

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Strategic planning last complete – 2009 Financial challenges – 2009/10 Election dispute – 2008 Global economic issues – 2008 Pine beetle devastation – 2008 Account receivable $4million – Nov 2008 $8.1 million Owed to trust, pay back in 56 days – Jan 2009 Budget cuts of 44% resulting in scaled back programs – 2009 Financial plan developed & implemented – 2009 Trust variance decision – 2010 Trust distribution $6.5 million – 2007 Self sufficient Treaty Trust – 2010 New streams of revenue from entities (INAC, Health Canada, Trust & OGC) Summit Pipelines (80% shareholder) not making money and depending on Band – 2009

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Opening of MLIB Day Care Centre -2011 Still in Treaty Adhesion implementation – 2011 Parcel dispute & transfers resolved – 1 remaining – 2010 Last land transfer – 2014 19,900 hectares of settlement land reserved for MLIB Economic Agreements with Mt. Milligan & BC Wind Farm Agreements Communication challenges & providing details to Band Members Communications using website & quarterly community consultations Forestry License & Agreements (McKenzie Fiber) – 2010 Lands Management & Land Code Summit Pipeline Final Payment – 2010 Trust dollars given back from Trust Variance – 2010 Appointed Professional Board of Directors Two MLIB Mentors working with Professional Board of Directors Excellent Records Management Yearly Audit – Was on time for first time in several years First Community to be approved for MLIB Children Head Start – 2010

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Band Council Elections – June 2011 Ensuring Canada & BC adhere to Agreements Managing relationships with Partner Companies (Industry) & neighbor communities (Bands) Year End Reporting – Finance Restructuring with Administration and Community Housing Infrastructure needs (public works, water, sewer, recreation) Community planning with MLIB and McKenzie Education Planning (K-12 & Post Secondary) On & Off Reserve Needs Population demographics & projections Health Needs Employment & Training Unemployment Annual Community Hunt Community Garden

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Strategic Priorities/Direction The MLIB will continue its work toward building a stronger community by supporting efforts in four key areas:

1. Revenue Generation 2. Community Buildings 3. Community Services 4. New Large Scale Opportunities The creation of a strategy depends on the vision, commitment and creativity of all members of the community, the expertise of the Administrative Staff and the support and guidance of Council. The following were ideas and concepts that were identified in relation to each of the four key areas.

1. Revenue Generation  Gas Station/Automotive Repair Shop/Store  Cabins – Possible Uses: Tourism, Guiding, Summer Camps, Community Hunts  Motel & Restaurant/Golf Course  Strip Mall with Shops & Craft Shop  Storage & Containment Facility (Compound & Warehouse)  McLeod Lake Centre in PG (for meeting rooms & accommodations)  Small Sawmill

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2. Community Buildings  Community Multi-purpose Centre  Elders Care Centre  MLIB Healing Centre  Emergency Services (fire hall & first aid)  Church  Community Smokehouse/Cooler  Community Cabins/Summer Camps/Tourism Opportunities  Bear Lake Development  School & Language  Recreation Hall – Skating Rink/Swimming Pool

3. Community Services  Elders Care Centre  Emergency Services  Language Training  School Bus  MLIB Centre in Prince George  On Reserve School  Healing Services  Housing Services  Community Planning  Employment & Training – Job Creation, Job Readiness & Life Skills “Clarifying Our Path”

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MLIB Strategic Planning Priorities 2011  Health  Small Business Development  Education (K-12 & Post Secondary)  Off Reserve Home Improvement Grants  On and Off Reserve Members – Balance & Needs

4. New Large Scale Opportunities  More sustainable energy (wind, solar, biomass)

Performance Targets To monitor the progress that MLIB is making towards achieving its goals, short, medium and long term measures have been identified that will be used to demonstrate continued success towards community goals.

The following are seven priorities MLIB Council and Administration will focus on:

PRIORITY GOAL Improved Management of Social Housing

OBJECTIVE Completed Housing Policies

MEASURABLE OUTCOME Policy complete & approved

RESPONSIBILITY TIMEFRAME •

Analysis of situation with recommendations & solutions

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Study presented and ready for next steps of implementation

~ On Going ~

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Redress of Water Problems/ Shortages

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Housing Coordinator Updated Report to next Council Meeting – February 2011

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MLIB Strategic Planning Priorities 2011 PRIORITY GOAL Create a MultiPurpose Community Centre

OBJECTIVE Briefing note to Council on recommendations on next steps to proceed, including time frames, projected costs and any other necessary information

MEASURABLE OUTCOME Review past studies/models Examine corporate sponsorship/naming rights Update past studies with emerging and future needs

RESPONSIBILITY TIMEFRAME •

Guy Rocheleau &

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Housing Committee

Report to February 17, 2011 – Next Council Meeting

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Lands & Resources Committee

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Housing Coordinator

Include Possibility of swimming pool Incorporate a language program usage area

Temporary Elder/Youth Centre

Provide Final Recommendations to Council on possibilities to accommodate temporary facilities for Elders/Youth

Examine old day care facility until new facility built Reconstruct current gymnasium

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Report to March 2011 Council Meeting

Housing Committee

Build temporary structure Use MLIB Hall

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MLIB Strategic Planning Priorities 2011 PRIORITY GOAL Improved Community Consultation & Communication

OBJECTIVE Information Package to Quarterly Meetings Updating good news & opportunities Identify methods to provide outreach to on & off Reserve members Provision of an Enhanced Communication Plan to Council including the background & cost of webcasting Council meetings & Examination of Social Media Training

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MEASURABLE OUTCOME Notice of Meetings are distributed to all members by mail, internet, posters throughout community

RESPONSIBILITY TIMEFRAME •

Jodie Ware

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Executive Assistant

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Senior Staff (Reports)

Report to March 2011 Council Meeting

Monthly newsletters posted on MLIB website Administration & Council to give presentations & Updates

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MLIB Strategic Planning Priorities 2011 PRIORITY GOAL Creation (updating) of Comprehensive Community Plan (CCP)

OBJECTIVE Provision of Progress Reports to Council Provide Recommendations to Council on next steps Ensure the following Plans are included: Capital Land Use

MEASURABLE OUTCOME Review 2006 CCP Initiate Community Consultation

RESPONSIBILITY TIMEFRAME •

Guy Rocheleau &

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Include Engineering Proposal from Radloff & Company (March 2011)

Lands & Resources Manager/Commi ttee

Progress Reports to Council Meetings Completed by June 2011

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Housing Coordinator/

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Housing Committee

Housing Partnerships & Protocols Priority of Services Linkage of Departments Emergency Services Infrastructure

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MLIB Strategic Planning Priorities 2011 PRIORITY GOAL Small Business Development

OBJECTIVE Provide Complete Report to Council on : Venture Opportunity Analysis of 7 possible Small Businesses; and, a Micro Loans Program for the MLIB Membership.

MEASURABLE OUTCOME Review old Gas Station Research for inclusion into list of 7 MLIB business opportunities Gas Station, Automotive Repair, Store, Boat Launch

RESPONSIBILITY TIMEFRAME •

Bob Inkpen &

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Land Management Committee

Report of Venture Opportunity Analysis & Micro Loans Program to be presented to Council by August 2011

Cabins – Tourism, guiding, summer camps, community hunts Motel / Restaurant / Golf Course Strip Mall with Shops & Craft Shop Storage & Containment Facility (Warehouse) McLeod Lake Centre in Prince George (meetings & accommodations) Small Sawmill

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MLIB Strategic Planning Priorities 2011 PRIORITY GOAL Improved Emergency Services Fire Hall

OBJECTIVE

MEASURABLE OUTCOME

Examine needs of Final Report Presented to MLIB, Council with recommendations to proceed with Emergency Services including costs, maintenance and growth projections

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RESPONSIBILITY TIMEFRAME •

Bob Inkpen

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Guy Rocheleau

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Land Management Committee

Report to be presented to Council by September 2011

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Acknowledgements Council Chief Derek Orr Councilor Josie Tylee Councilor Destiny Bear Councilor Fred Inyallie Councilor Betty Solonas

Staff Members Adele Chingee, Band Manager Jeanne Hegel Don Pinkston Bob Inkpen Jim Humphreys Chris Kaip Guy Rocheleau Ryan Bichon Jodie Ware Holly Churrah

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