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Level 5 Programming Resource List: Sustainable Program ExamplesProgramming at Level 5 is the ultimate goal of a Land Care Steward’s management program. At this level, community-based programming, drawing from programming at some or all of the first four levels, has been established and is running well with the involvement of many volunteers and other community participants. The program, from this point on, will be permanent part of the yardwaste management system in the community. The program will go on for years to come with continued volunteer support and community involvement, even after MGLCS leadership is removed. At this point, it is time to move to new programs and allow this one to evolve on its own. The following example starts with a community goal and demonstrates the planning and programming at various levels necessary to arrive at the desired results. Note that evaluating the impact of the MGLCS program on the community is a vital part of the program=s existence. Example Of A Goal Statement For A MGLCS Comprehensive PlanTo increase public involvement in establishing and managing a sustainable community land care management system. Target Audience(s)community and civic organizations, public service organizations, public schools, environmentalists, homeowners, professional associations, general public, corporations or local businesses (chamber of Commerce), local governments, developers The following chart, developed by Virginia Cooperative Extension Agents and Master Gardeners, is a diagram of a level five program whose overall goal is to increase proper land care management in a community. Activities that support the overall goal have been identified at each level of programming; these activities, in turn, have their own goals. Actions, resources, and methods of evaluation for such activities have been suggested and examples are suggested. Use this chart to jot down ideas as you develop your comprehensive plan.
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