For the last four years 130 citizens have gathered each March for the Neighborhood IDEA Conference.
The Muncie Action Plan, Shafer Leadership Academy and The Office of Community Engagement at Ball State University are partnering once again to support the development of neighborhood leaders.
Do you have an idea you would like to share at the conference or a topic you want to see discussed?
The fifth annual Neighborhood IDEA Conference is scheduled for March 7, 2020 at Ivy Tech’s recently renovated downtown Fisher Building. Over 100 of Muncie’s most active local leaders will gather to listen, learn and meet like-minded individuals to share ideas and best practices.
We are taking submissions through December 6, 2019
Several great opportunities to improve your neighborhood are coming your way starting this summer! All sessions will occur at the Innovation Connector, 1208 W. White River Blvd. Tickets will be available on Eventbrite and offered through the Muncie Action Plan Facebook event page, so like and follow them for sign-up info! Food will be provided. See below for a list of what’s in store!
INTERACTING WITH LOCAL GOVERNMENT
City Government: Citizen Access to Our City Government
Monday, August 6, 2018 (5:30 – 7:00 PM) This session will cover the basic structure, offices, and activities of your city government. Participants will understand the various responsibilities of the departments, with a special emphasis on services. Presented By: Bowen Center for Public Affairs, Ball State University
County Government: Citizen Access to Our County Government
Monday, September 3, 2018 (5:30 – 7:00 PM) This session will cover the basic structure, offices, and activities of your county government. Participants will understand the various responsibilities of the departments, with a special emphasis on services. Presented By: Bowen Center for Public Affairs, Ball State University
State Government: Citizen Access to Our State Government
Monday, October 1, 2018 (5:30 – 7:00 PM) This session will cover the basic structure, offices, and activities of your state government. Participants will understand the various responsibilities of the departments, with a special emphasis on services. Presented By: Bowen Center for Public Affairs, Ball State University
FUNDING
Crowdfunding Basics for Your Neighborhood
Monday, November 5, 2018 (5:30 – 7:00 PM) Crowdfunding platforms such as Go Fund Me, Kickstarter, and Patroncity offer unique opportunities to raise funds for your neighborhood. In this session we will review the basics of these platforms along with fundamental strategies for implementation. Presented By: Mitch Isaacs (Shafer Leadership Academy), Aimee Fant (Muncie Action Plan), Heather Williams (Building Better Neighborhoods)
Dues Collection Strategies
Monday, January 7, 2019 (5:30 – 7:00 PM) Several local neighborhood association use “dues” to fund their efforts. Join us for this panel discussion where panelists will share their strategies for due collection. Presented By: panel of local associations
Engaging Local Businesses
Monday, February 4, 2019 (5:30 – 7:00 PM) The businesses in your neighborhood can be great assets. In this session we will discuss the methods for making local businesses partners in your neighborhood. Business engagement goes beyond fundraising and incorporates various strategies for including business in decision making, planning, and implementation. Presented by: panel of local associations
Sorry, all seats are filled and registration has been closed.
On March 5, 2016, 130 citizens attended the first Neighborhood I.D.E.A. Conference and it’s back for 2017! The second annual Neighborhood I.D.E.A. Conference is scheduled for March 4, 2017 on Ball State’s campus. 150 of Muncie’s most active local leaders will gather to listen, learn and meet like-minded individuals to share ideas and best practices. A door prize drawing will be held at the end of the day.
The theme of the conference is Intentional Development and Education for Association Members. Sessions will fall within five distinct tracks:
Location: The conference will be held on the second floor of the L.A. Pittenger Student Center, which is located on Ball State’s campus. Free parking will be available in the parking garage immediately behind the Student Center. Ball State classes will not be in session, and you will not need a pass to park there.
Questions?
Contact Krista Flynn, BSU Office of Community Engagement at kflynn@bsu.edu.
For the last four years 130 citizens have gathered each March for the Neighborhood IDEA Conference.
