Topic

Key Points Raised

Decision/Action

Evaluation Position

Liz will send Eileen the info she needs for the budget.

2006 Report

·         Revise Executive Summary, include recommendations grouped by theme

·         Include Survey as an appendix

·         It is an issue that so many people feel unable to evaluate

·         We should target specific groups w specific letters in the future to get more people to respond to survey

DeAnn will take all comments into consideration and finish the report

Consider creating an online archive/compendium of evaluation committee tools/products

Announcements

-            Follow up decision on abstract submission for American Evaluation Association meeting. Julia and Priscilla met on 2/19 to discuss abstract for AEA.    They decided to apply for a round-table discussion. The application is only 150 words. It will be related to measuring partnership in collaboration.

-            “Using What Works: Adapting Evidence-based Programs to Fit Your Needs” informational web-based session on March 27, 9:00-11:00 a.m.

Julia and Priscilla will send a draft abstract to committee members in early March

Liz will forward ‘Using What Works’ info to evaluation committee

Next Meeting date

A small group may meet in March to discuss possible technical assistance to project team leaders

Mike, Lisa & Julia in March

Full group on April 12

Liz will share community action theory article and slides with Evaluation committee, Ad Hoc discussion group, and staff