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CABARRUS COUNTY BOAR[:) OF COMMISSIONERS RETREAT <br /> RULES OF PROCEDURE AND GUIDELINES <br /> <br />Planning <br />retreat): <br /> <br />session (questions and recommendations Involving format for <br /> <br />Questions: <br /> <br /> 1. W~at are the perceived objectives and agenda for the retreat? <br /> <br />2. Where will the retreat be held and what is the projeCted duration? <br /> <br />3. will the meeting location encourage uninterrupted participation <br /> without distractions? <br /> <br />4. Is the location considered a neutral site by all participants? <br /> <br />5. Are facilities Informal enough to encourage open discussion yet <br /> formal enough to allow participants to focus on their work? <br /> <br /> Will news media representatives attend the retreat? <br /> <br />7. Will ther~ be any other observers? <br /> <br />8. What Is the perceived role of the retreat facilitator? <br /> <br />9. What perceived ground rules should be followed to enhance effective <br /> interpersonal communication? <br /> <br /> Suggested ground rules -for group Interaction: <br /> <br /> 1. Share all re~evant information, <br /> <br />2. Be specific - use e×amples. <br /> <br /> 3. Explain the reasons behind your statements, questions, and actions. <br /> 4. Emphasize Interests, not positions. <br /> <br />5. Stay focused on toplcs of discussion until all group members cleady <br /> understand the relevant Issues. <br /> <br />6. Don't take cheap shots. <br /> <br />7. Disagree openly wlth any member of the group. <br /> <br /> <br />