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28 elected body vs. a work or hierarchal team, so some of what made the latter type of team high performing may not be applicable to them. Lydian Altman added that the tone was set by leaders. Commissioner Hamilton said on the team she is thinking of, there was a clear process for what to do in response to different situations and problems. Lydian Altman summarized that as "consistency of processes and known procedures". Commissioner Bedford said one quality that came to mind is that the group kept to the mission. She said they were focused on stopping something but also preserving different things. She said they were respectful to one another, were passionate, and had a newsletter which is related to Commissioner Richards's point about communication. Lydian Altman added that a newsletter also relates to regularity. Chair Price said she and Commissioner Bedford also talked about team members having respect for each other and the community. She said they also sought input from stakeholders, held community meetings, and looked out for everyone that was involved. Lydian Altman added that planning ahead is important. Chair Price said members of the team she has in mind also did their homework and covered all bases. Commissioner Greene said the high performing team she has in mind had a clear focus on a common goal and had people with diverse strengths to move toward the goal. She also said members had an openness to solutions. Commissioner Fowler said being fact-finding and evidence based is important. She said everyone should be invested in contributing in some way. She said some of this was based on high performing teams, but some she based on what ineffective teams lacked. She said being focused on the goal is important, as well as avoiding bureaucracy. Lydian Altman summarized that as being mission driven. In response to Question 2b above, the Commissioners shared the following: Chair Price said dedication of the group was important to enabling teamwork. Commissioner Bedford added being respectful. Commissioner Richards said having defined processes, clear roles, and accountability all enabled the team to function well. Commissioner Hamilton said having clear goals and focus helps. Commissioner Greene said having the right resources and expertise helps. Commissioner Fowler said having different perspectives providing input helps enable teamwork, as well as being prepared. In response to Question 3 above, the Commissioners shared the following: Commissioner Fowler said planning ahead for the work they will do/need to do as a Board will help them become higher performing. Commissioner Richards said a look ahead would be helpful to her. She said knowing what topics are coming up before the agenda is published would help her better prepare. Chair Price said that sounds like the rolling calendar. Commissioner Richards said more visibility of the rolling calendar would be helpful then. Commissioner Bedford said more time spent together and more training would be helpful. She said more communication, specifically a way to effectively report highlights from liaison meetings to colleagues. Commissioner Richards said one of the things she and Commissioner Hamilton asked was what their role is in those meetings and is the expectation that they will report out or share minutes with the rest of the Board. Lydian Altman asked who would set those expectations.