creating effective partnerships

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A short presentation the mayor and I made at the League of Oregon Cities conference in 2010. It describes several effective partnerships that Independence has used to leverage the City\’s resources to accomplish more than we otherwise might have been able to do. It also illustrates how good partnerships can evolve in unexpected but useful ways.

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Creating Effective Partnerships

Things to Remember About Partnerships

• There must be a sincere desire to work together

• Everyone should benefit

• Know your role

• Use existing successful partnerships as a model

Independence/YMCA Pool

Oregon National Guard

2009-10 Ballfield Project

Polk HALO

Conclusions

• Make sure both sides receive tangible benefits

• Consider the issue from your partner’s point of view

• Be flexible

• Don’t forget to tell your partner you appreciate them

• Enjoy the ride and see where your new partnership can take you

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