Item 6.1 Visual slideshow presented by SDCWAMember Agency EngagementDenise Vedder
An Evolving Approach2014: Ramped up community outreachIncreased presence at business, community orgsCitizens Water Academy2017: Regional campaign and communicationBrought to You by WaterWater News Network2019‐Forward: Increased collaboration, engagement with member agencies2
Partnership Focus3
Enhanced CommunicationsBuild integrated relationshipsTwo‐way focusBeyond subject matter silos4
Current ChannelsMember Agency ManagersMember Agency Finance OfficersMember Agency Operating HeadsJoint Public Information Council/ Conservation CoordinatorsLegislative Updates5
Creating New OpportunitiesScheduled legislative/regulatory callsRegional engineering groupRegional asset management groupRegular visits/presentations to your agencyFacilitating grant & other external funding6
EventsCollaborative programsCo‐branded activitiesLogistical support7
Outreach SupportEnhanced Water News NetworkCo‐branded materialsTechnical assistanceContinue existing field activities ‐ education, landscape classes, etc.8
Media and Community RelationsCollaborative focus TV and print opportunitiesSocial media posts and campaignsExpanding involvement to more diverse stakeholdersEarlier engagement on plans, programs9
Resource DeploymentReassign staff to support activitiesSustainable approachTailored to individual agency needsMonitor effectiveness on ongoing basisQuestions?10Denise Vedderdvedder@sdcwa.org858‐522‐6701Teresa Penunuritpenunuri@sdcwa.org858‐522‐6708@@waterinsd