Executive Board Meeting Wednesday, December 14, 2016 Courtyard Philadelphia City Line, Philadelphia, PA 7:45am Breakfast 8:00am Meeting.

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1 Cradle of Liberty Council Boy Scouts of America Executive Board Meeting Wednesday, December 14, 2016 Courtyard Philadelphia City Line, Philadelphia, PA 7:45am Breakfast 8:00am Meeting - Agenda - I. Welcome Dave Smeltzer Past Council President II. Approval of Minutes Dave Smeltzer III. Treasurer s Report Bob Lux Council Treasurer IV. Development Report Al Boris Development Chair V. Governance Report Sandy Girifalco Governance Chair VI. Brief Review of Committee Submitted Reports Commissioner s Report District Operations Report Membership Report Program Report Chuck Bolger Council Commissioner Torpey White District Operations Chair Mark Chilutti Membership Chair Patrick Brala Program Chair VII. Impact Topic: City Scouting Greg Osborn Director of Field Service Lonce Scott Philadelphia Field Director VIII. Scout Executive s Remarks Dan Templar IX. Closing Comments Dave Smeltzer - Adjourn - Youth Protection Training will be begin immediately following the conclusion of the meeting. Next Meeting: TBD

2 Cradle of Liberty Council Boy Scouts of America Executive Board Meeting Wednesday, October 19, 2016 Courtyard Philadelphia City Line, Philadelphia, PA - Minutes - Board Members Present: Steve Bohner, Chuck Bolger, Al Boris, Patrick Brala, David Chan, Mark Chilutti, Lewis Cyr, Greg DeShields, Paul Garvey, Sandy Girifalco, Keith Hunt, Chuck Kropac, Tom Leidy, Paul Lima, Walt Livingston, Bob Lux, Stephanie Marcinkowski, Jim Papada, Steve Perrone, David Sirken, Gregg Slocum, Bob Smyrl, David Smeltzer, Sean Stacy, Sherry Sutton, Ed Tryon, Brian Wallace, Craig Williams. Staff Members Present: Veronica Coyle, Michael Oehmke, Greg Osborn, Felicia Phillips, Mark Saxon, Dan Templar, Chris Tomlin. Special Guests Present: Don Kligerman, Kelly Woodland, Jacob Pritchard. The meeting was called to order at 8:00am by Jim Papada, Council President. Action Items: The minutes of the September 24 Executive Board Meeting were approved on a motion by Chuck Bolger, seconded by Sandy Girifalco, and carried unanimously. The August Financial Statements were approved on a motion by Mark Chilutti, seconded by Chuck Bolger, and carried unanimously Treasurer s Report Bob Lux, Council Treasurer, delivered a report on the August Financials. Through the month of August, the council reported a surplus of $463,669 against a budgeted surplus of $402,284, for a favorable variance to the budget of $61,385. Struggles in Friends of Scouting are being offset by strong special events performance and expense savings. Council leadership is working on the year-end projections for There could be a $100K swing either way, but there is $450K of revenue from the Psalm 103 Foundation that has not been recognized in the operating statement yet. The impact of the new FLSA regulations is also incorporated into the forecast. Transfers from capital fund to operating fund: o The 2016 budget assumed a certain level of capital budget charges with an anticipated start date of June for a capital campaign. o The Finance Committee determined that it was appropriate to move some capital charges back to operating, as the capital campaign has not started. Council leadership is also working on building the 2017 budget, and plans to present it to the board at the December 14 meeting.

3 Cradle of Liberty Council Boy Scouts of America New Board Meeting Format moving forward, the board meeting reports will be sent out in advance for review by the board. If there are any questions about the written reports or new information that needs to be shared, this can be addressed at the meeting. The new format allows for more time for discussion. Capital Campaign Presentation Chris Tomlin, Deputy Scout Executive, and Don Kligerman of Fairmount Ventures presented the results of their Feasibility Study. The council conducted a feasibility study with Dini Partners in Given the many changes to BSA at both the local and national level since then, it was deemed appropriate to conduct a new feasibility study. Fairmount Ventures is a firm with a local presence and has worked with similar organizations. Feasibility Study Presentation: o Fairmount Ventures was charged with identifying a realistic target for funds raised through a capital/major gifts effort. They interviewed both friends of the council and philanthropic givers not currently affiliated with Scouting but with youth development interests. o Key findings: Interviewees had positive impressions from personal experiences, but the status of Scouting today is not well-understood. Scouting is not a top priority for many donors. Donors want a program in Philadelphia, but not necessarily a physical presence. o Summary of recommendations: Conduct a $5M major gifts initiative, as opposed to a capital campaign. Re-introduce Scouting and clarify messages; putting Scouting in a modern context. Organize the campaign around three initiatives that appeal to donors: Next Gen Scouting build the next generation of Scouts and leaders Outdoor-based Learning Lab transform Musser Scout Reservation into a premier destination Scouting PHL improve life outcomes of Philadelphia youth o Next steps: Form committees Master planning for properties December 16 th campaign kick-off breakfast Scout Executive s Comments Dan Templar, Scout Executive, presented his closing remarks.

4 Cradle of Liberty Council Boy Scouts of America Musser Madness, the 100 th Anniversary of Musser Scout Reservation, was a tremendous success. The board needs to be engaged in the major gifts campaign. There hasn t been a successful capital campaign since the 1960s. The board s skin in the game will determine the levels of external giving. Closing Comments Jim Papada, Council President, presented his closing comments. The council is not in a position to launch a major capital campaign; there is groundwork needed first. If this major gifts campaign is successful, it will lead to a major capital campaign focused on properties. The meeting was adjourned at 9:25am. Respectfully submitted, Daniel A. Templar Scout Executive Approved: James M. Papada, Council President

5 Cradle of Liberty Council Boy Scouts of America Executive Committee Meeting Wednesday, November 9, 2016 Firestone Scouting Resource Center, Wayne, PA - Minutes - The meeting was called to order at 7:35am by Jim Papada, Council President. Action Items: Committee Members Present: Chuck Bolger, Patrick Brala, Sandy Girifalco, Bob Lux, Jim Papada, Torpey White. Staff Members Present: Veronica Coyle, Anca Neuman, Michael Oehmke, Greg Osborn, Felicia Phillips Mark Saxon, Dan Templar, Chris Tomlin. Treasurer s Report Bob Lux, Council Treasurer, presented the September Financial Reports. The council leadership conducted a year-end forecast in October, which shows a break-even year without the remaining gift from the Psalm 103 Foundation. Once that is recognized in the operating account, the council is forecasting a $400K surplus. Some of the surplus could be transferred to the capital fund, while the rest would stay in operating to bring unrestricted net assets up to $1M. The council leadership continues to build the 2017 budget. The council budget will assume all vacancies will be filled and will include all development and marketing/communication investments. Through the month of September, the council reported a surplus of $239,538 against a budgeted surplus of $199,207, for a favorable variance to the budget of $40,331. Commissioner s Report Chuck Bolger, Council Commissioner, presented the Commissioner Report. Commissioners are doing a great job with the rechartering effort; each district has a day where units can turn in their recharter and get questions answered. The University of Scouting was held earlier this month, and this year it included commissioner training. There are plans to expand the event in Development Report Mark Saxon, Director of Development, presented the Development Report on behalf of Al Boris has been an all-time record year for special events -- $1.5M raised ($280K above goal), and a new record was just set for the Century Club event. Candidates have been interviewed for the three new development positions.

6 Cradle of Liberty Council Boy Scouts of America Alumni engagement efforts are increasing. There will be an accounting-sector alumni reception, and the development team is looking to hold future events related to law and trade industries. District Operations Report Torpey White, District Operations Chair, delivered the District Operations Report. Conestoga and Triune districts had a joint service project last month at the Mt. Moriah Cemetery. 50 Scouting volunteers helped, and the cemetery has asked them to return in the spring. It is a very program-heavy time of year in the districts, but they re also focusing on membership and the popcorn sale. Looking forward, they are assembling nominating committees to identify the district leadership in the coming year. Governance Report Sandy Girifalco, Governance Chair, delivered the Governance Report. The Governance Committee is still waiting to hear back from National on the Articles of Incorporation and required changes to the council Bylaws. An Enterprise Risk Management committee is being formed and will begin meeting in December. Marketing Report Felicia Phillips, Marketing Communications Director, delivered the Marketing Report. The Marketing Committee is working on re-establishing relationships with media contacts in mainstream newspapers and news sites. Some recent special events were highlighted on Action News, and there was also a radio interview and newspaper articles in the Philadelphia Tribune as well as Impacto and Al Dia. They are working on a new social media plan, but in the meantime have been increasing the number of posts on YouTube, Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. The committee is revisiting the RFP that was developed earlier in the year to make sure it aligns with what was developed in the strategic plan. Membership Report Greg Osborn, Director of Field Service, delivered the Membership Report on behalf of Mark Chilutti. The council currently has 12,094 registered youth and has experienced two consecutive months of membership growth. Nearly 1,000 more Scouts need to be recruited in order to be plus for Northern, Continental, Scoutreach, and Exploring are already ahead of where they were last year at the end of November. Program Report Patrick Brala, Program Chair, delivered the Program Report.

7 Cradle of Liberty Council Boy Scouts of America Summer Camp promotions: it s too early for Cub Scout registrations, but promotion has started. Resica Falls is 500 registered Scouts ahead of where they were as of October last yare. Fall Fest: Three weekends at Camp Hart focused on Cub Scouts and brand new Cub Scout families. An additional 200 Scouts were served in 2016, and they added a November weekend. Pilgrimage & Encampment: This event has gone on at Valley Forge Park for 105 years, but over the past few years there have been discussions with the National Park Service over concerns on both sides (safety, cost, etc.) leading to a need to rethink the event. The activities team will be holding town hall style meetings to review options. Musser Master Plan: The council leadership met with Kimmel Bogrette and are working on the key elements of the future of Musser Scout Reservation. Strategic Plan Update Dan Templar, Scout Executive, delivered a report on the Strategic Plan. The 2017 budget will include initiatives identified for 2017, but not all are included yet. Quarterly reports on the strategic plan will start in February Scout Executive Comments Dan Templar provided his closing remarks. There is a for sale sign at Treasure Island. Dan has received +/- 15 calls so far. The property is not listed with MLS, but leadership is trying to determine what people are willing to pay and what their usage plans would be. The meeting was adjourned at 9:04am. Respectfully submitted, Daniel A. Templar Scout Executive Approved: James M. Papada, Council President

8 Cradle of Liberty Council Boy Scouts of America Executive Committee Meeting Tuesday, December 6, 2016 Conference Call - Minutes - The meeting was called to order at 3:30pm by Jim Papada, Council President. Action Items: The 2017 Operating Budget, the 2017 Capital Projects Budget, and the 2017 Major Gifts Campaign Operating Budget were approved on a motion by Dave Smeltzer, seconded by Mark Chilutti, and carried unanimously. Committee Members Present: Chuck Bolger, Al Boris, Patrick Brala, Mark Chilutti, Sandy Girifalco, Bob Lux, Jim Papada, Dave Smeltzer, Sean Stacy, Torpey White. Staff Members Present: Veronica Coyle, Anca Neuman, Michael Oehmke, Greg Osborn, Mark Saxon, Dan Templar. Treasurer s Report Bob Lux, Council Treasurer, presented the 2017 Budgets 2017 Operating Budget o There were many items to consider going into the budget development: Potential impact of the Fair Labor Standards Act. Challenges to revenue generation capacity: Friends of Scouting, Camping, Product Sales The ability to continue to deliver a strong program while keeping vacancies. o The operating budget o The primary wants of the council when developing the 2017 budget were to fill vacancies, make a substantial investment in development, and fund items identified in the strategic plan. o Revenue is budgeted to increase by $1,098,432 or 18.4% The increase in revenue is comprised of the impact of the development investment, improved product sales and camping numbers, as well as the National Jamboree. The Psalm 103 Foundation renewed its $750,000 gift for 2017 and it was built into the budget. o Expenses increase by $948,257 or 15.7% The National Jamboree, which occurs once every four years, creates a lot of noise in the budget. There is $500,000 of true expense growth.

9 Cradle of Liberty Council Boy Scouts of America Compensation increases by 14% while maintaining the same number of full-time employees. This increase includes a contingency for the potential implementation of FLSA, and the addition/elimination of positions in response to demands (current and future) in personnel and skill set. o The council has identified ways to balance risks to the budget: Holding some positions vacant Having potentially $1,000,000 in unrestricted net equity A larger budgeted surplus The 2017 Budget also calls for a transfer of approximately $250,000 of the 2016 operating fund surplus to the capital fund if the year-end surplus is $375,000. If the surplus is less than $375,000, the council will keep enough funds in the operating account such that the unrestricted net equity exceeds $1,000,000, and the remainder will be transferred to capital. Capital Projects Budget o Assuming that $120,000 will be transferred to capital projects budget after year-end 2016, the capital projects budget is fully-funded. o The budget calls for $445,000 in expenditures: Firestone Office: the investment in the Firestone Office is for the benefit of the volunteers as well as the staff. The office is also a resource center and training/meeting facility. An expanded Scout Shop will also be beneficial to the volunteers. Conservation projects, which are separately funded and tracked. Maintenance projects at Musser and Resica Falls. A master plan for Resica Falls Major Gifts Campaign Operating Budget o The budget starts 2017 with a cash balance of $240,000 with $330,000 in planned expenditures. The council plans to have the full budget funded, and expenses will not exceed cash. The meeting was adjourned at 4:03pm. Respectfully submitted, Daniel A. Templar Scout Executive Approved: James M. Papada, Council President

10 2017 Council Budget Narratives Cradle of Liberty Council, Boy Scouts of America INTRODUCTION At the direction of the Executive Board and as outlined in the Council s new strategic plan, the council s management team, supported by the collective efforts of the Finance Committee, Council Committee Chairs, and key staff members, embarked on a journey to create a financial road map for 2017 that balanced making capacity building investments and implementing several strategic initiatives with the major financial implications of the Department of Labor s new Fair Labor Standards Act. The resulting 2017 Cradle of Liberty Council Operating Budget serves as a roadmap for understanding the future direction of Scouting in the Cradle of Liberty Council. The budget building process began with the following goals: Target a $75,000 operating surplus over expenses. Limit overall expense growth to 3%. Incorporate strategic initiatives included within the strategic plan. Continue to conduct a stand-alone Major Gifts Campaign and operate within the Major Gifts Campaign Budget while anticipating any effects that campaign may have on historical gifts and potential new operating gifts. Address the new Department of Labor FLSA regulations. Include new revenues and expenses associated with the approved Development team expansion plan. As you will see, many of these goals were met. However, the Council was not able to achieve the budgetary planning goal of limiting expense growth to no more than 3% due in large part to the compensation and benefits category which includes the expectation of a full staff effective 1/1/17 as well as a small reserve in the event of the implementation of the Department of Labor s Fair Labor Standards Act, expansion of the Council s development team, and the addition of a new Marketing Communications Director. As you may know, the implementation of the Department of Labor s Fair Labor Standards Act was temporarily halted by a federal judge on November 22, The Council, in consultation with the Finance Committee and the National Council, has concluded that it is prudent to not make any salary adjustments associated with this act until such time that the Act s changes to the overtime rules are implemented. It is currently anticipated that the FLSA rules will not be implemented prior to the regular meeting of the Council s Compensation and Benefits Committee. Therefore, employees who would have been affected by those rules will receive standard merit and/or tenure pay raises earned and are accounted for in the proposed budget. In addition to the compensation and benefits increase, you will see significant expense increases in several categories that are directly associated with the 2017 National Scout Jamboree.

11 Cradle of Liberty Council Boy Scouts of America The council management team, under the guidance of the Finance Committee, has endeavored to mitigate risk in the budget, but some factors remain: Growth in several fundraising categories that is tied directly to the addition of three new members of the development team. These are new positions, and therefore is there is no history on which to base expectations. The categories directly affected that contain risk for this reason are Friends of Scouting, Foundations and Grants, and Special Events. Growth in camping revenue is attributed in part to an increase in camp attendance of roughly 17.7% at Resica Falls and 6.4% at Musser. This is due to the return on investment of two new full-time council Program Directors in 2016 as well as the improvement of camp promotional efforts in terms of quality and timing. The carrying out of a large Major Gifts Campaign in 2017 poses a risk that historically major donors to operating projects may designate 2017 gifts to capital or endowment efforts. These donors have been considered and any anticipated impact has been accounted for in the presented budget numbers, however, there is a risk of unforeseen impacts. The proposed 2017 Council Operating Budget sets some challenging objectives, with just over $7 million in income projected. While challenging, these objectives are certainly achievable through the leadership and generosity of the Board of Directors, District and Unit leaders, the families of our Scouts, the local business community, and our dedicated staff members. Also included are the 2017 Capital Projects and Major Gift Campaign Budgets. You will note that each of these budgets includes an amount as a transfer from the 2016 Operating Fund surplus. While the exact amount of the transfer(s) will depend on the final operating performance numbers, the plan is to retain an operating surplus of $125,000 which will increase the Council s operating fund unrestricted net assets to slightly over $1,000,000. Any surplus over that amount will be transferred to the capital account to assist in funding the capital projects needs as well as the operating costs associated with the Major Gifts Campaign. At this time, the anticipation is that these funds will amount to roughly $225,000 with $125,000 transferred to the capital projects budget and $100,000 transferred to the Major Gifts Campaign. If performance is below these projections, any shortcomings will be taken from the Major Gifts Campaign. If performance exceeds these projections, any extra funds will be credited to the capital projects budget. 2

12 Cradle of Liberty Council Boy Scouts of America REVENUE Support and Revenues are expected to increase by $1,098,432 or 18.4% in 2017 over 2016 projected year end. The main increases are driven by the expansion of the development team and will occur in the following categories: Friends of Scouting (FOS) The overall increase in the Net FOS budget amount is driven by many pieces that make up the Friends of Scouting line within the budget. o Field Friends of Scouting increase in Family Campaign due to focus on returning to historic giving levels through improved campaign management and volunteer engagement, especially in the Minquas, Roosevelt, and Continental Districts. The large increase in the Community Campaign is mainly due to Program Partner contributions returning to field management ($20,000), as well as the development of a more comprehensive plan with an earlier timeline. o Development Friends of Scouting increases in the Development FOS campaigns are mainly due to the impact of the addition of a Major Gifts Officer as well as the impact of a Major Gifts Campaign. Foundations growth in revenue is largely attributed to an anticipated increase due to the addition of a full-time, experienced Foundations and Grants Director. Product Sales growth due to better execution of the sales plan with staff and volunteer leadership. Camping increase in summer camp attendance at both Musser and Resica Falls as a result of increased camp promotions. Current enrollments are on target to reach budgeted attendance levels. There will be no increase in camp fees for Council Activities significant increase due to the impact of the 2017 National Jamboree. Direct Mail Contributions: $50,000 (+4.2%, or $2,000) The Council reengaged Haines-Direct in 2016 after two years of experimenting with other models. The council expects this campaign to revert to the mean performance with gradual increases due to increased giving levels and acquisition. Friends of Scouting: $864,750 (+31.3%, or $206,340) Campaign 2016 Projection 2017 Budget $ Change % Change Family + Reclass $369,185 $400,000 $30, Community $32,000 $65,000 $33, Board $45,000 $50,000 $5, Leadership * $34,000 $68,000 $34, Major Gifts * $10,225 $70,000 $59, Staff $11,000 $12,000 $1, Matching Gifts * $22,000 $24,000 $2, Traditional Total * $523,410 $689,000 $165,

13 Cradle of Liberty Council Boy Scouts of America Major Gifts Campaign $0 $50,000 $50,000 N/A LFL/Exploring $40,000 $45,000 $5, Scoutreach (incl reclass) $100,000 $125,000 $25, Uncollectible provision ($5,000) ($44,250) ($39,250) (785.0) TOTAL * $658,410 $864,750 $206, Items denoted with an * contain new revenue directly associated with the expansion of the Development Staff. Friends of Scouting (FOS) is the council s annual campaign conducted through two main divisions: Field FOS, which includes the family and community campaigns, and Development FOS, which includes corporate and executive board support. Field Family FOS performance broke down specifically along district boundaries in 2016 with 4 of 11 districts achieving or surpassing their overall goal with two others expected to hit their goal by year-end. Philadelphia County Districts continue to perform the most poorly, currently at 54% of their collective goal. Improved performance for 2017 is expected from these districts due to more experienced and stable staffing in the city along with a realignment of Scoutreach. Poor campaign management also resulted in Minquas and Continental Districts not achieving 2016 goals; it is expected that these districts will return to historical giving levels in The Field Community FOS Campaign will continue to be managed at the service area level through three field directors, but the implementation plan for 2017 will be more comprehensive and begin much earlier in the year. Additionally, a large portion of the increase in the Community Campaigns will be due to Program Partner contributions once again being part of the campaign and managed through the field. In 2016, the Executive Board authorized the expansion of the Cradle of Liberty Council Development Staff. This expansion included hiring a full-time Major Gift/Alumni Relations Officer, Director of Foundation Relations and Prospect Research Analyst. We forecast that the increased focus on major gift cultivation and prospect research will yield an additional $60,000 in major gifts, an additional $34,000 in annual giving as reflected in the Leadership Campaign and an additional $5,000 in Exploring support through the EITC program. Additionally, we have increased contributions to Scoutreach by $25,000 or an additional 2 underwritten program sites in We have reflected $50,000 in operating income from the Major Gifts Campaign. These funds may be conditionally restricted to specific program initiatives but will not be connected to capital projects associated with the campaign. 4

14 Cradle of Liberty Council Boy Scouts of America Special Events: $1,400,500 (-0.8%, or $(11,684)) The Council will continue to conduct 12 special events in Event 2015 Actual 2016 Projection 2017 Budget Gala $598,759 $663,900 $613,000 Century Club Dinner $68,925 $62,000 $65,000 Eagle Dinner $49,850 $57,405 $67,000 Edward T. Taws Reception $64,125 $37,950 $40,000 Robert Morris Reception $80,950 $48,000 $45,000 Shooting Sports Classic $33,680 $38,000 $40,500 Delco Good Scout Reception $67,408 $30,000 $25,000 Vale La Pena $2,145 $8,000 $15,000 Aqua Golf Classic $126,320 $154,889 $145,000 Richie Ashburn Golf Classic $100,832 $121,040 $130,000 Hospitality Industry $1,500 $90,900 $105,000 Technology Industry $110,050 $100,000 $110,000 TOTAL $1,304,544 $1,412,084 $1,400,500 The largest percentage increase for a special event is the Eagle Dinner which will now be run by a full-time Major Gift and Alumni Relations Officer. We believe the Eagle Dinner has potential to grow beyond its historical ceiling as the Major Gift Officer pursues significant underwriting by both alumni and corporations. Many special events including the Cradle of Liberty Gala, Aqua Golf Tournament and Century Club Dinner achieved record-setting successes in Management is optimistic that these performances can be improved upon but is approaching this forecast with projections that follow the steady and consistent slope of progress along a 3-year trend as events can be highly volatile to external factors such as honoree recruitment and economic conditions. Due to honoree availability in 2015, the 2015 Hospitality event was postponed into January of 2016 giving the council an additional Hospitality Dinner for 2016 amounting to approximately $100,000 of additional revenue that will not be realized in Foundations: $1,130,000 (+10.1%, or $104,000) Campaign 2015 Actual 2016 Projection 2017 Budget Traditional $196,913 $866,000 $995,000 Scoutreach $47,500 $115,000 $100,000 Learning for Life $48,500 $45,000 $35,000 Total $292,913 $1,026,000 $1,130,000 5

15 Cradle of Liberty Council Boy Scouts of America The addition of a full-time Director of Foundation Relations will allow the council to begin to maximize its existing foundation partnerships while successfully prospecting and engaging new funders in supporting Scouting s mission. Management forecasts that this individual, working with the Data Analyst, Grant Writer, Board and other volunteers will be able to secure $90,000 in new foundational support in The council anticipates it will be able to successfully renew a grant of $25,000 from The Independence Blue Cross Foundation which it was not eligible to apply for in 2016 due to a cycle requirement of the funder. Product Sales: $453,600 (+16.9%, or $65,413) The 2017 Popcorn Sale ($808,460 gross, $348,400 net) is budgeted to have a net increase of $62,961 or 22% compared to 2016, but below 2016 Budget and 2015 Actual. This net increase is driven by a 12% increase in gross sales and savings in the costs of goods sold through increased ordering efficiencies. The 2016 Popcorn Sale underperformed significantly compared to expectations, primarily due to the loss of 46 units that sold in 2015 but did not 2016, representing a loss of $106,577 in gross sales. A significant portion of these units expressed a desire to sell in 2016, but due to leadership turnover and lack of staff follow up, did not sell any product. Based on their feedback, it is expected that many of these units will return for the 2017 sale. Additionally, a significant overhaul of the Popcorn Fundraiser will be undertaken early in 2017 with a focus on improving campaign management, communicating with units early, and increasing the number of units selling. The Camp Card Sale ($220,000 gross, $105,200 net) is budgeted to have a slight net increase of $2,452 or 2.4% compared to The sale was new in 2012, grew by 150% in 2013 and an additional 50% in Due to decreased unit participation, the sale has experienced very modest growth over the past two years. As a result of new lower production costs, it will be possible to have more customized cards with vendors specific to different areas of the council, making the card more appealing to units in districts that have underperformed in the sale. Investment Income: $554,587 (+2.7%, or $14,428) The main source of the Investment Income is the payout from the Council s endowment fund, which is kept in a Trust Fund and invested according to the Investment Policy. The Investment Committee, which met in November 2016, recommended a spending policy for 2017 of no more than 5.00%, with a goal for the Council of only 4.75%, the same percentage as The current three-year average of the total portfolio is $12,677,725 as of September 30, The 2017 maximum allowable endowment payout is $602,192, which includes both restricted and unrestricted income. From the total payout, the council is projecting $554,587 to be reclassified as Unrestricted Investment Income, based on usage of funds according to the donor restrictions. This includes $44,911 earnings from Kuch Fund to be used for real estate property at Firestone Service Center. 6

16 Cradle of Liberty Council Boy Scouts of America Camping Revenue: $1,787,450 (+12.9%, or $204,285) Increased revenue will primarily be a result of a return to the average attendance of the last several years: Resica summer (+$163,000), Resica trading post (+$28,000). Attendance at Resica is projected at 3,000 youth, about 500 more than Registrations year-to-date are trending towards a strong summer camp performance in Currently, end of October registration is 511 Scouts ahead of last year and on par with the top three years in recent history. This will continue to be driven by the promotional efforts of the two program directors. Camp/Camp Fees: 2013 Fee 2014 Fee 2015 Fee 2016 Fee 2017 Fee Resica Falls $365 $380 $399 $420 $420 Musser $225 $175 $185 $195 $195 Day Camp $135 $140 $140 $145 $145 Camp Attendance: 2013 Attendees 2014 Attendees 2015 Attendees 2016 Attendees 2017 Attendees Resica Falls Musser Resident Musser Day 0 658* Day Camp * * Portion of Day Camp merged into Musser Day in Council Activity Revenue: $887,550 (+81.3%, or $397,893) Council Activity Revenue includes the following events: National Jamboree, Philmont, Pilgrimage and Encampment, Philadelphia Encampment, Council Camporee and Council Day Camps. The change in revenue is due to several factors: Philmont trip with 70 less participants than 2016 (-$173,400), no council camporee in 2017 (-$57,975), and the largest change being the addition of the National Jamboree contingent with 360 participants (+$584,800). Of the 360 attendees, 354 have been identified and are staying current with the payment plan. District Activity Revenue: $69,500 (26.6% +$14,615) The increase in revenue reflects the return of several fall camporees that did not happen in 2016 due to the council camporee. Council Training Revenue: $51,750 (+3%, or $1,537) Training Revenue includes the following events: Wood Badge, NYLT, Cold Weather Seminar and general council training events. 7

17 Cradle of Liberty Council Boy Scouts of America Council Advancement Revenue: $24,000 (8.3% or $1,846) This includes the Merit Badge College and the council recognition dinner. Strategic Plan Initiatives Funded Included in the 2017proposed Operating Budget are most of the initiatives that were identified in the new Council Strategic Plan. These new initiatives include: Personnel assessments of management candidates and coaching of new hires Implementation of new pilot programs and tactics to reach underserved youth such as Family Scouting and STEM Scouting. Use of Qualtrics survey program Expansion of the Development team Creating new major gift marketing materials and research tools Hiring of Marketing and Communications Director Engaging a local branding company to create a branding campaign and assist with implementation of the campaign Conduct continued market analysis Due to a combination of both budgetary and time constraints, there are a few strategic planning initiatives that were not included in the 2017 proposed Operating Budget and will be considered for funding in future years or the current year if funds become available. These include: Hiring of an internal Marketing Content Manager to create fliers for local council events and activities. This work will continue to be completed by current staff, volunteers and outsourced when appropriate. Additionally, under the management of the new Marketing Communications Director, college interns may be recruited to assist as well. Hiring of a part-time Afterschool Programs Coordinator to track hours worked and program activities of the afterschool scouting programs. The hour management function will be done electronically using a software package supplied by our current payroll provider. The activities of the council s afterschool programs will be tracked by the current field leadership. 8

18 Cradle of Liberty Council Boy Scouts of America EXPENSES Overall 2017 expenses are expected to increase by $948,257 or 15.7% comparing with the 2016 projection. The main increases will occur in the following categories: Compensation all 2016 vacant positions will be filled plus the addition of three new full-time development staff members and a full year of the full-time marketing communications director. The compensation line also includes a small contingency for the potential future implementation of the DOL s FLSA overtime requirements. Occupancy large savings due to a larger than normal Philmont contingent in 2016 as opposed to Philmont fees paid to national are accounted for here. Program and other supplies impacted by increase of camp attendance and participation in the 2017 National Scout Jamboree. Travel impacted by the 2017 National Scout Jamboree. Conferences and Meetings 2017 National Scout Jamboree fees paid to national are included here causing a large variance as compared to Specific Assistance to Individuals includes Campership awards for the 2017 National Scout Jamboree and an increase to the amount of Camperships being awarded for summer camp. Recognitions and Awards includes an anticipated increase in the amount of scholarships being awarded to youth members through restricted scholarship accounts. These expenses are offset by an increase in revenue which will only be recognized if awards are made. Insurance increase in market cost. Employee Compensation: $3,675,673 (+14.0%, or $448,527) The Compensation category constitutes 53% of the Council s Total Budget Expenses. The significant increase for 2017 is driven by several factors, the greatest of which is the addition of the new full time positions adding $246,250 in salary plus benefits, assuming all vacancies are filled on 1/1/17 adds $102,253 in salary, $71,000 is budgeted for regular annual pay increases, and $29,024 is budgeted for the future potential implementation of the FLSA overtime requirements. There are also compensation savings due to two positions that will be phased out in 2017, the Deputy Scout Executive position as well as the Scoutreach Director position. The budget also assumes an increase in summer camp staff to account for the increase in attendance. Compensation budgets for 2017 are: Salaries: 2017 Budget Professional Staff, Support Staff & Rangers $2,572,547 Summer Camp Staff $291,500 Employee Benefits $465,421 9

19 Cradle of Liberty Council Boy Scouts of America Payroll Tax Expense $334,205 Employee Related Expenses (moving, interviewing) $12,000 Professional Fees: $109,321 (+3.9%, or $4,090) Professional fees include audit fees, legal and electronic data processing fee, website development and other. Program & Other Supplies: $864,654 (+22.7%, or $159,745) Supplies include office and program supplies, camp food, commissary and medical supplies, as well as janitorial and sanitation supplies. Program supplies are driven by many sources: summer camp, National Jamboree, Philmont, day camp, district events, and recognition dinners, etc. The changes in 2017 compared to 2016 are associated with inflation of expenses, return of the camping programs to historical averages due to anticipated attendance increases (+$91,000), smaller Philmont contingent (-$15,000), no council camporee (-$44,500), and the addition of National Jamboree (+$81,000). Occupancy: $415,123 (-18.7%, or -$95,657) Occupancy expenses include costs for Firestone Scouting Resource Center, Musser Scout Reservation and Resica Falls Scout Reservation and site rental fees for programs. The decrease is associated with several items: the number of participants attending Philmont (-$63,000), no Summit contingent (-$25,000), and a return of maintenance supplies to a multiyear average (-$15,000). Publications & Media: $54,659 (+19.9%, or $9,073) The expenses for publications and media for 2017 is a continued coordinated marketing plan for key council campaigns, including camp promotion, popcorn sales and Friends of Scouting. There will be a new publication in 2017 centered around stakeholder engagement. Travel: $344,215 (-7.4%, or -$27,413)) Travel includes the reimbursable expenses associated with the executives providing service to the districts and units throughout the council, community visits, and attendance at events, trainings, meetings, and activities. This category also includes expenses for our volunteers and youth. The largest variances are related to program; Philmont (-$54,000, Summit (-$14,000, National Jamboree (+$75,000). Conferences & Meetings: $470,145 (+370.4%, or $370,208) Funds in this category cover training, conferences and meetings and fees for the National Jamboree. This includes mandatory training to certify volunteers and employees to conduct summer camp and other activities. These funds provide for new professionals to attend the 10

20 Cradle of Liberty Council Boy Scouts of America development series required during their first three years of employment, advanced management/specialized training for professionals in a supervisory role and a nominal amount for local staff training. An increase in this line for 2017 represents National Jamboree fees (+$346,612), the cost for sending new professionals to training courses and sending professionals who have not been to training courses. This also includes the Annual Staff Planning Conference, the BSA National Annual Meeting, the Top Hands Training Conference for key council management staff, and a limited number of other meetings. Specific Assistance to Individuals: $300,245 (+20.8%, or $51,751) This category includes camperships of $218,945, a $41,129 increase, which will assist youth unable to afford full camping and activity fees. The increase is attributed in large part to the National Jamboree from the sale of patches ($20,000) and a foundation gift ($10,000). Further we will utilize endowment proceeds from past years that are restricted to camperships but went unspent ($18,000). The category also includes the cost of adult and youth registration fees ($38,300), charter fees, and transportation to camps and activities for youth residing in economically challenged areas ($26,000) as well as uniforms ($17,000). Many expenses in this category are associated with individuals in Scoutreach units (+199,000). Recognition Awards: $180,619 (+18.9%, or $28,679) These costs are related to fundraising recognition, summer camp, council and district activities, and product sales, where recognition of youth and adults is appropriate. The increase is primarily driven by new Kiwanis scholarships and additional popcorn prize orders based on an improved sale. Insurance: $164,622 (+7.3%, or $11,221) Insurance costs include the policies related to our property insurance, automobile insurance, accident, and comprehensive liability payment to the BSA National Office. The increase is primarily driven by an increase in the market. 11

21 Cradle of Liberty Council - #525 Boy Scouts of America Standard Statement of Budgeted Operations - Unrestricted 2016 Projection/2017 Draft Budget Operating Fund Current Year 12/31/ Draft Budget November Forecast Budget Support and Revenue Direct Support Direct Mail Direct Mail Contributions 50,000 48,000 50,000 Net Direct Mail 50,000 48,000 50,000 Friends of Scouting FOS Contributions 786, , ,000 Net Assets Released FOS - 31,185 - Provision Uncoll FOS (43,825) (5,000) (44,250) Net Friends of Scouting 742, , ,750 Project Sales Project Sales Contributions 24,250 10,000 26,250 Net Asset Released Proj Sales 2, Net Project Sales 26,602 10,000 26,250 Special Events Special Event Contributions 1,272,500 1,412,084 1,400,500 Net Assets Release Spec Events - 107,100 - Spec Event Cost Direct Benefit (256,950) (303,794) (274,250) Net Special Events 1,015,550 1,215,390 1,126,250 Legacies and Bequests Legacies & Bequests Contributi - 10,500 - Net Legacies & Bequests - 10,500 - Foundations & Trusts Foundations & Trusts 635,000 1,021,000 1,130,000 Net Assets Released Found Trst - 5,000 - Net Foundations & Trusts 635,000 1,026,000 1,130,000 Other Direct Other Direct Contributions 33,843 77,955 26,500 Net Assets Release Other Direc 2,009 9,031 19,913 Net Other Direct Contributions 35,852 86,986 46,413 Total Direct Support 2,505,679 3,055,286 3,243,663 Indirect Support Net Associated Org United Way United Way Contributions 3,500 3,500 28,500 Net United Way 3,500 3,500 28,500 Net Unassociated Organizations Other Indirect Contributions Other Ind Contributions Gross 76,500 66,776 70,000 Net Other Direct Contributions 76,500 66,776 70,000 Government Grants/Fees 12/2/2016 : 3:29 PM Page 1 of 3

22 Cradle of Liberty Council - #525 Boy Scouts of America Standard Statement of Budgeted Operations - Unrestricted 2016 Projection/2017 Draft Budget Operating Fund Current Year 12/31/ Draft Budget November Forecast Budget Total Indirect Support 80,000 70,276 98,500 Revenue Sales of Supplies - Net Sale of Supplies Gross 48,750 22,246 48,750 Sale of Supplies Cost of Goods (33,225) (16,600) (29,100) Net Sale of Scouting Supplies 15,525 5,646 19,650 Product Sales Product Sales 1,140, ,616 1,028,460 Product Sales Cost of Goods (183,600) (179,619) (181,900) Product Sales Unit Commissions (439,800) (364,810) (392,960) Net Product Sales 516, , ,600 Investment Income Investment Income Current 549, , ,587 Net Assets Released Invest Inc 28,867 17,039 43,145 Investment Income 578, , ,732 Realized Invest Gain/Loss (500) (300) (500) Unrealized Invest Gain/Loss Camping Camp Revenues 1,882,960 1,541,212 1,719,450 Camp Trading Post Sales 172, , ,000 Camp TP Cost of Goods Sold (104,300) (100,021) (102,000) Net Camping Revenue 1,951,160 1,583,165 1,787,450 Activities Activity Revenues 628, , ,100 Activity Trading Post Sales 10,200 8,133 60,700 Activity TP Cost of Goods (7,000) (8,500) (16,000) Net Activity Revenue 632, ,909 1,032,800 Other Revenue 151, , ,565 Total Revenue 3,844,684 3,298,466 4,030,297 Total Support and Revenue 6,430,363 6,424,028 7,372,460 Expenses Employee Compensation Salaries 2,587,027 2,547,495 2,864,047 Employee Benefits 460, , ,421 Payroll Taxes Expense 307, , ,205 Employee Related Expenses 15,000 12,800 12,000 Total Employee Compensation 3,370,134 3,227,146 3,675,673 Other Expenses 12/2/2016 : 3:29 PM Page 2 of 3

23 Cradle of Liberty Council - #525 Boy Scouts of America Standard Statement of Budgeted Operations - Unrestricted 2016 Projection/2017 Draft Budget Operating Fund Current Year 12/31/ Draft Budget November Forecast Budget Professional Fees 112, , ,321 Program & Other Supplies 831, , ,654 Telephone & Communications 56,410 57,739 58,390 Postage & Shipping Expense 36,909 40,064 39,759 Occupancy Expense 506, , ,123 Rental & Maintenance of Equip 116, , ,225 Publication & Media Expense 55,759 45,586 54,659 Travel Expense 363, , ,215 Conferences and Meeting Exp 114,585 99, ,145 Specific Assistance to Individ 242, , ,245 Recognition & Awards Expense 187, , ,619 Insurance Expense 162, , ,622 Other Expenses 123, , ,891 National Charter and Serv Fees 73,547 72,919 72,919 Total Other Expenses 2,985,228 2,822,057 3,321,787 Total Expenses 6,355,362 6,049,203 6,997,460 Surplus (Deficit) UR Revenue/Expense 75, , ,000 Net Assets Summary Unrestricted Net Assets - Beginning of Year 896,120 Change in Net Assets from Operations 75, , ,000 Adjustments to Net Assets Transfers between Funds - (249,825) - Change in Unrestricted Net Assets Unrestricted Net Assets - End of Period 75, , ,000 1,016,120 12/2/2016 : 3:29 PM Page 3 of 3

24 CRADLE OF LIBERTY COUNCIL $1,000,000 $800,000 $600,000 $400,000 $200,000 $0 $643,530 $463,028 $180,502 Friends of Scouting Campaign Traditional $655,437 $453,235 $202,202 $584,640 $407,719 $401,185 $176,921 -$60,262 -$69,995 -$42,295 *2016 Provision for Uncollectible Pledges includes a $35,000 adjustment for prior year audited allowance for uncollectible pledges. $658,410 $262,225 -$5,000* $864,750 $465,000 -$44,250 $444,000 Overall Family/Community Council Generated Provision for Uncollectibles ($200,000) Projection 2017 Budget

25 CRADLE OF LIBERTY COUNCIL $1,600,000 Council Special Events $1,519,184* $1,400,000 $1,304,444 $1,400,500 $1,200,000 $1,137,631 $1,000,000 $800,000 $600,000 $1,002,386 $817,450 $900,812 $1,078,200 $1,108,290 $1,126,250 * The council had 2 Hospitality Events in 2016, as the 2015 event had been postponed due to honoree availability. Contributions Cost Net $400,000 $200,000 $184,936 $236,819 $226,244 $303,794 $274,250 $ Projection 2017 Budget

26 CRADLE OF LIBERTY COUNCIL $1,325,000 $1,125,000 Foundations/Miscellaneous (LFL/Exploring, Scoutreach and General Operating) 2017 increase includes $750,000 from the Psalm 103 Foundation plus $90,000 in new grants due to Director of Foundation Relations $1,130,000 $925, Projection includes the full $750,000 from the Psalm 103 Foundation. $1,026,000 $725,000 $525,000 $325,000 $125,000 $259,587 $266,708 $292, Projection 2017 Budget

27 CRADLE OF LIBERTY COUNCIL $600,000 $500,000 $480,916 $512,113 Product Sales 2017 sale is expected to increase due to improved staff management and stronger support from Trail's End. $453,600 $400,000 $414,488 $423,911 $391,400 $388,187 $348,400 $300,000 $200,000 $294,162 $285,439 Total Product Sales Net Popcorn Net Camp Card Net $100,000 $0 $66,428 $88,202 $97,238 $102,748 $105, Projection 2017 Budget

28 CRADLE OF LIBERTY COUNCIL $700,000 $600,000 $616,695 Investment Income $630,163 $500,000 $519,677 $540,159 $554,587 $400,000 The spending policy will remain 4.75%, same as $300,000 $200,000 $100,000 $ Projection 2017 Budget

29 CRADLE OF LIBERTY COUNCIL $2,000,000 $1,800,000 $1,600,000 $1,400,000 $1,200,000 $1,507,468 $1,400,991 Camping Operations $1,786,769 $1,738,939 $1,583,165 $1,512,643 $1,537,337 $1,432,890 $1,787,450 $1,618,332 $1,000,000 $800,000 Revenue Expenses Surplus/Deficit $600,000 $400,000 $200,000 $0 $106,477 $226,296 $249,432 $150, Projection $169, Budget

30 CRADLE OF LIBERTY COUNCIL $450 Camping - Summer Fees $400 $350 $365 $380 $399 $420 $420 $ camping summer fees will remain the same as $250 $200 $225 $175 $185 $195 $195 Resica youth Musser Youth Day Camp $150 $100 $135 $150 $140 $145 $145 $50 $

31 CRADLE OF LIBERTY COUNCIL Summer Camp Attendance Summer camp attendance in 2017 will return to near historical levels due to stronger promotion efforts Resica Youth Musser Youth Budget

32 CRADLE OF LIBERTY COUNCIL $1,200,000 Council Activities $1,000,000 $982,804 * 2017 is a Jamboree year. A 50% drop in Philmont attendance ($143K) will be offset by $575K in Jamboree fees. $1,032,800 $800,000 $600,000 $818,620 $616,909 $935,952 Revenue $400,000 $365,849 $343,006 $577,428 Expenses Surplus/Deficit $200,000 $164,184 $308,900 $309,027 $56,948 $33,979 $39,481 $96,848 $ Actual 2017 Budget * 2013 was a Jamboree year.

33 2017 Capital Project Budget Narrative Cradle of Liberty Council, Boy Scouts of America We are proud to present a capital project budget that like the last several years is fully funded for 2017 that addresses critical deferred maintenance at each of our facilities, conservation practices, strategic planning for Resica Falls, as well as continued improvements to the council service center. Cash/Revenue $618,282 In 2017 we project to open the year with a cash balance of $538,937. This is comprised of $284,270 in unrestricted capital cash and $254,667 in restricted or board designated cash. Further we have confirmed additional funding of $79,345 consisting of $42,945 from endowment proceeds and rental income, and $36,400 in grant agreements. In the opening unrestricted cash amount is the assumption of a conservative $120,000 transfer from Fund 1 at the end of That transfer may be larger based on how the 2016 operating budget closes and if so would increase the unrestricted reserve. Expenditures $ 445,040 The properties committee has identified 11 projects for 2017 that continue our investment in our camps and council service center. The largest of these investments is $165,000 to complete the next phase of the multi-year revitalization of the Firestone Scouting Resource Center. Starting with an analysis in 2010 the council has invested in the service center to update and improve the meeting and office space used for administrative purposes, leadership training and committee meetings. In 2012 the office space was completely renovated and a new roof was installed. In 2015 the air conditioning system and ductwork were replaced. The current phase of expanding the lower level restrooms, renovating the kitchen and gathering area is necessary to prepare for the larger phase which addresses handicap accessibility including an elevator and front entrance including a ramp, an expanded Scout shop, revitalized conference space, and an expanded and resurfaced parking. A total of $110,000 will be focused on continuing to catch up on deferred maintenance projects at our two camps. We have made great strides in the last several years in this process. Major maintenance projects in 2017 include $20,000 to replace the roof on Firestone Lodge at Resica Falls, $30,000 to replace two campsites of canvas and platforms at Resica Falls. The balance of the $110,000 will be used for smaller maintenance projects at Musser and Resica Falls. $40,000 will be invested at Musser on maintenance projects including exterior painting at Camp Hart and the residential buildings at Camp Garrison, as well as continued roof replacement of Adirondacks and latrines at Camp Hart. The final $20,000 will be spent on maintenance projects at Resica Falls including roofs and painting.

34 Cradle of Liberty Council Boy Scouts of America After several years of continued improvement of the facilities at Resica Falls we have reached a point where we need to step back and set a course of action for the next 10 years. We have budgeted $50,000 to hire an architectural firm to assist us in updating the master plan to allow us to best plan for and prioritize future improvements at Resica Falls. Further this will put us in position to respond well to donors who may prefer to invest in Resica Falls rather than the projects being planned at Musser. A further investment of $97,540 for conservation practices at both Musser and Resica Falls will continue to improve our position as a leader in preservation of the natural resources available to our Scouting community. Several projects to date have received national attention from the US Forestry Service. Reserve $ 173,242 We project a cash reserve of $173,242 at the end of The reserve consists of $106,027 restricted or designated cash for conservation projects and $67,215 in unrestricted cash for emergencies. In recent years, emergencies have consisted of projects such as the air conditioning at Firestone, a roof repair on the Delmont dining hall due to a tree collapsing and an expansion of the electrical system at Camp Hart that had become overloaded. 2

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36 2017 Major Gift Campaign Budget Narrative Cradle of Liberty Council, Boy Scouts of America In accordance with the strategic plan, in 2016 the Cradle of Liberty Council conducted a new feasibility study to assess how much money the Council could potentially raise through a major gift campaign, and how it should be organized to do so. The key findings from this study have resulted in the recommendation of a major gifts fundraising effort to raise between $3,000,000 and $5,000,000 over the next three years. Based on the findings of the feasibility study, the three areas where the council should focus their fundraising efforts are: NextGen Scouting, Outdoor-based Learning Lab, and Scouting PHL. The council will begin 2017 with $240,754 in support of running this campaign. This includes the remainder of Dr. Templeton s seed gift, a $100,000 transfer from the 2016 operating fund surplus, and the first $25,000 installment of a $50,000 pledge. No expenses in excess of that amount will be incurred until additional funding has been secured. The proposed budget assumes the following: The council is budgeted to receive $91,000 in additional contributions in 2017 a $25,000 installment on an existing pledge and $66,000 in new gifts. The council has retained the services of Fairmount Ventures, the firm that conducted the feasibility study, to assist in raising funds for the three areas of focus. The council has retained the services of Kimmel Bogrette Architecture + Site to work with management and volunteer leadership to develop a master plan for Musser Scout Reservation. A portion of salary and benefits of the Scout Executive (20%), the Director of Development (10%) and the Director of Support Services (5%)will be charged to the major gift campaign fund.

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39 Cradle of Liberty Council Boy Scouts of America Development Committee Report to the Executive Board December 14, 2016 Submitted by: Al Boris Narrative Fall Special event season concluded Tuesday with the Robert Morris Reception honoring Ron Naples of Quaker Chemicals. Congratulations to council president Jim Papada and past council president Adm. Thomas Lynch on surpassing the goal by a staggering 40% to finish with more than $63,000 for local Scouting. This event concludes a tremendous fall and the most successful Special Event year in Council history. The Technology Reception, Hospitality Dinner and Century Club events each exceed their goals in November and December. Overall, we are anticipating a growth in gross special event contributions of $ $162,980 or 11% over 2015 after factoring out the impact of the second Hospitality Dinner! Report Summary Please join me in congratulating Tom Leidy on reaching the Silver-Level of the James E. West Society which recognizes donors who have invested $5,000 or more in the council Endowment Fund. Congratulations Tom! We hope others will continue to be inspired to invest in Scouting s future! Launching the 2017 Board Friends of Scouting Campaign As board members, we have a duty to lead the way by setting an example to the community in investing in Scouting s annual campaign. Our goal is 100% participation and I hope you will join me in considering an increase this year in support of our aggressive $7.3 Million Council Revenue Budget. As you have heard from the Finance Committee, Council Generated FOS including board giving accounts for 90% of the budgeted $206,340 increase in 2017 Friends of Scouting. Council Staff will be asked to join the campaign tomorrow before enrolling many of the Council s top volunteers are asked tomorrow night at a Liberty Society Pacesetter Dinner! Foundation Prospecting Securing and deepening partnerships with Foundation and institutional funders has been identified as a growth opportunity for the council in The process begins with identifying funders who s interests and stated funding priorities are aligned with the programs of the Council. From there, the council staff seeks connectivity to the potential partner through its trustees and officers before answering the request for proposals. We are seeking the board s help in identifying relationships to Foundations and their stakeholders to help ensure we connect on successful grant requests. Dan and the Development Team will be following up on today s exercise to visit with each of the board members in the next 3 weeks to help us establish a path to funding in Please review the attached Trustee List in advance. Each foundation

40 Cradle of Liberty Council Boy Scouts of America presented in the list is aligned with Scouting s Programs and could become a partner in advancing our mission. Looking Ahead 2017 event planning continues. Staff is vetting May 31, June 1 and June 5 for the Cradle of Liberty Gala honoring Phil Rinaldi Chairman & Chief Executive Officer of Philadelphia Energy Solutions and Dominic Caruso, CFO of Johnson & Johnson. Chris Nassetta, CEO of Hilton Worldwide has also agreed to accept the 2017 Hospitality Good Scout Award at The Logan Hotel on November 27, Finally, Bill Waters was promoted from Assistant Registrar to fill the newly created Prospect Research Analyst position as part of the Development Expansion Plan. The search for a Director of Foundation Relations and Major Gift Officer continues. Please refer any qualified candidates to Mark Saxon to ensure they can be considered for these important roles.

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44 PROSPECTIVE FOUNDATION TRUSTEE LIST 1 Susan Segal Lincoln Financial Foundation Program Officer at Lincoln Financial Foundation 2 Lisa Buckingham Lincoln Financial Foundation Communications Manager at Lincoln Financial 3 Randall Freitag Lincoln Financial Foundation Executive VP and CFO at Lincoln Financial Group 4 Jeffrey Coutts Lincoln Financial Foundation VP at Lincoln Financial Group 5 Sharon Jeffers Lincoln Financial Foundation Senior Paralegal and Assistant Corporate Secretary at Lincoln Financial Group 7 Anne Rogers Lincoln Financial Foundation 9 Kim Eble Eden Charitable Foundation 6 Mark Konen Lincoln Financial Foundation President of Insurance and Retirement Solutions at Lincoln Financial Group 8 Brooks Eden Eden Charitable Foundation VP, Treasurer, and Secretary of Eden Charitable Foundation 10 Donald Parlee Eden Charitable Foundation

45 PROSPECTIVE FOUNDATION TRUSTEE LIST 11 Maria Eden Eden Charitable Foundation 12 Janet Haas, M.D. William Penn Foundation 13 Judith Freyer William Penn Foundation Senior Vice President, Treasurer and Chief Investment Officer of The Board of Pensions of the Presbyterian Church 15 Christina Haas William Penn Foundation 14 Andrew Haas William Penn Foundation 16 David Haas William Penn Foundation Corporate Officer of the William Penn Foundation 17 Thomas Haas William Penn Foundation Corporate Officer of the William Penn Foundation 19 Donald Kimelman William Penn Foundation 18 Katherine Hanrahan William Penn Foundation Development Manager at Ed Snider Youth Hockey Foundation 20 Howard Meyers William Penn Foundation Senior Partner at Morgan Lewis

46 PROSPECTIVE FOUNDATION TRUSTEE LIST 21 Michael Miller Vanguard Group Foundation Managing Director at Vanguard Group 22 Glenn Reed Vanguard Group Foundation Managing Director at Vanguard Group 23 Mortimer Buckley Vanguard Group Foundation Chief Investment Officer of Vanguard Group 25 F. William McNabb III Vanguard Group Foundation Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Vangard 24 Paul Heller Vanguard Group Foundation Senior Fellow with the Center for High Impact Philanthropy 26 Pauline Scalvino Vanguard Group Foundation Head of Corporate Strategy at Vanguard Group 27 Kathleen Gubanich Vanguard Group Foundation Managing Director at Vanguard Group 29 Michael Kimmel Vanguard Group Foundation Deputy General Counsel at Vanguard Group 28 Caroline Cosby Vanguard Group Foundation Senior Councel and Practie Leader of Corporate/Commericial Transactions at Vangard Group 30 Tami Wise Vanguard Group Foundation Foundation Administrator

47 PROSPECTIVE FOUNDATION TRUSTEE LIST 31 Cynthia Archer Sunoco Foundation 32 Jeffrey Byard Sunoco Foundation Vice President Distributor of Operations at Sunoco 33 Ruth Clauser Sunoco Foundation President of at Sunoco Foundation 34 Arnold Dodderer Sunoco Foundation General Council od Sunoco Inc. 35 Teresa Gavigan Sunoco Foundation Senior Vice President of Human Resources at Sunoco LP 37 Brent Ratliff Sunoco Foundation Vice President of Investor Relations at Energy Transfer Partners 39 Meghan Zaffarese Sunoco Foundation Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer at Sunoco Logistics Partners 36 Robert Owens Sunoco Foundation President and Chief Executive Officer at Sunoco LP 38 Kathleen Shea-Ballay Sunoco Foundation Senior Vice President and General Counsel at Sunoco Logistics Partners 40 John Zeidler Sunoco Foundation Vice President Franchise Operations at Sunoco LP

48 PROSPECTIVE FOUNDATION TRUSTEE LIST 41 Thomas Doll Subaru Foundation President and Chief Operating Officer at Subaru of America 43 Daniel Dalton Subaru Foundation Chief Human Resources officer at Subaru of America 45 Masashi Uemura Subaru Foundation Tresurer of Subaru of America 42 Sheila Gallucci-Davis Subaru Foundation General Counsel of Subaru of America 44 Richard Crosson Subaru Foundation Retired from Subaru of America 46 John Crowe Saint Gobain Foundation President and CEO Certainteed at Saint Gobain 47 Timothy Feagans Saint Gobain Foundation SVP and General Counsel at Saint Gobain 48 Carmen Ferrigno Saint Gobain Foundation VP Communications and Branding at Saint Gobain 49 Steven Messmer Saint Gobain Foundation VP Tax at Saint Gobain 50 Phillippe Nouailhac Saint Gobain Foundation Senior Vice President of Finance of Saint Gobain Corporation

49 PROSPECTIVE FOUNDATION TRUSTEE LIST 51 John Sweeney, III Saint Gobain Foundation Vice President and Treasurer at Saint Gobain 52 William Seiberlich Saint Gobain Foundation Communications Manager at Saint Gobain 53 Carol Gray Saint Gobain Foundation Deputy General Counsel and Assistant Secretary at Saint Gobain 55 Donald Melroy Saint Gobain Foundation Assistant Treasurer at Saint Gobain 54 Vincent Dinenna, III Saint Gobain Foundation Assistant Treasurer at Saint Gobain 56 Michael Cahill Saint Gobain Foundation Vice President Crystals at Saint Gobain 57 Bradley Johnson Saint Gobain Foundation Chief Executive Officer of Saint Gobain Abrasives 58 Glenn Knowlton Saint Gobain Foundation VP Abrasives for Saint Gobain 59 Antonio Carlos Vilela de Moraes Saint Gobain Foundation VP and General Manager at Saint Gobain Norpro 60 Carolyn Montgomery Phillies Charities Wife of David Montgomery of Phillies

50 PROSPECTIVE FOUNDATION TRUSTEE LIST 61 Sharon Clothier Phillies Charities 62 William Webb Phillies Charities 63 John Weber Phillies Charities VP, Sales and Ticket Operations of Phillies 64 Nancy Buck Phillies Charities Wife of David Buck of Phillies 65 Michele Divicaris Phillies Charities Director, Community and Charity Events for Phillies 66 Nancy Giles Phillies Charities Wife of Bill Gilies of Phillies 67 David Montgomery Phillies Charities Chairman of Phiilies 68 Sophie Riegel Phillies Charities Director, Player Relations and Phillies Charities 69 Dawn Overwise Phillies Charities Game Day Supervisor at the Phillies 70 Andrea Byrd Phillies Charities

51 PROSPECTIVE FOUNDATION TRUSTEE LIST 71 Blake Summerfield Phillies Charities Coordinator Season Ticket Sales of Phillies 72 Jo-Anne Levy-Lamoreaux Phillies Charities Manager, Advertising/Internet Services of Phillies 73 Susan Kershbaum Louis N. Cassett Foundation 74 Malcolm Jacobson Louis N. Cassett Foundation General Counsel at McCormick Taylor 75 Vanessa Krekstein Louis N. Cassett Foundation 76 Charles Huston, III Huston Foundation President and CEO at the Huston Foundation 77 Nancy Huston Hansen Huston Foundation Vice President at the Huston Foundation 78 Elinor Lashley Huston Foundation Director at the Huston Foundation 79 Charles Huston IV Huston Foundation Exec. Director Habitat for Humanity Chester County 80 Nancy Brent Wingo Hamilton Family Foundation Executive Director of Hamilton Family Foundation

52 PROSPECTIVE FOUNDATION TRUSTEE LIST 81 Dorrance Hamilton Hamilton Family Foundation President at Hamilton Family Foundation 82 Margarate Duprey Hamilton Family Foundation Dressage Rider at Cherry Knoll Farm 83 Nathaniel Hamilton Hamilton Family Foundation 84 Barbara Cobb Hamilton Family Foundation 85 Francis Mirabello, Esq. Hamilton Family Foundation Partner at Morgan Lewis 86 Charles Hamilton Hamilton Family Foundation 87 Samuel Hamilton Hamilton Family Foundation Principal at Beacon Rock LLC Real Estate 88 Charlotte Hamilton Hamilton Family Foundation Event Coordinator at The Sundance Institute 89 Jessica Hamilton Hamilton Family Foundation 90 Crawford Hamilton Hamilton Family Foundation

53 PROSPECTIVE FOUNDATION TRUSTEE LIST 91 David Haas Wyncote Foundation Member of the Corporation of the William Penn Foundation 93 Duncan Haas Wyncote Foundation 95 Kristin Ross Robinson Wyncote Foundation Managing Director at the Wyncote Foundation 92 Frederick Haas Wyncote Foundation Member of the Corporation of the William Penn Foundation 94 Leonard Haas Wyncote Foundation Member of the Corporation of the William Penn Foundation 96 Priscilla Luce Albert Greenfield Foundation President of the Albert Greenfield Foundation 97 Deborah Delauro, Esq. Albert Greenfield Foundation Principal Attorney at Law office of Deborah G. DeLauro 99 Albert Greenfield, III Albert Greenfield Foundation Owner Albert Greenfield and Company 98 Juliet Six Albert Greenfield Foundation President and Founder of Distinguished Global Properties USA, LLC 100 Sarah Mark Albert Greenfield Foundation

54 PROSPECTIVE FOUNDATION TRUSTEE LIST 101 Edward Montgomery Albert Greenfield Foundation Vice President, Relationship Management at United Way of Greater Philadelphia and Southern NJ 103 Myra Gehret Forrest Pottstown Area Health and Wellness Foundation Retired from the Foundation for Pottstown Education 105 Matthew Cappelletti, Jr. Pottstown Area Health and Wellness Foundation Certified Public Accountant at Cappelletti, Pinter & Company, P.C. 107 Adam Conish Pottstown Area Health and Wellness Foundation Director of Endowment and Foundation Investments Managing Director 109 James Corum, Jr. Pottstown Area Health and Wellness Foundation Retired Advertising, Marketing, and Pubic Relations at Thirftway Super Markets 102 Arthur Green Pottstown Area Health and Wellness Foundation Retired from Pennsylvania State Education Association 104 Keith W. Harrison Pottstown Area Health and Wellness Foundation Family Medicine at Pottstown Memorial Medical Center 106 Todd Alderfer Pottstown Area Health and Wellness Foundation Senior Vice President of Commercial Lending 108 Philip Cook, MD Pottstown Area Health and Wellness Foundation Pediatrics, Nemours at Phoenixville Hospital 110 Linda Flederbach Pottstown Area Health and Wellness Foundation Owner of Joe Paws Dog Bakery in Boyertown

55 PROSPECTIVE FOUNDATION TRUSTEE LIST 111 Sonia Frecon Pottstown Area Health and Wellness Foundation Dentist at John F. Hyatt, D.D,S., P.C. 112 Peter Glennon Pottstown Area Health and Wellness Foundation Client Portfolio Manager for SEI Investments 113 Deborah Lee Pottstown Area Health and Wellness Foundation Credit Department Manager and VP at Victory Bank 114 Reverend Kerry Pidcock-Lester Pottstown Area Health and Wellness Foundation Pastor at First Presbyterian Church of Pottstown 115 B. Douglas Trainer Pottstown Area Health and Wellness Foundation Vice President, Investment Counselor at BB&T 117 Deborah Zelle, M.Ed Pottstown Area Health and Wellness Foundation School Nurse at Upper Providence Elementary 118 Mark Bertolini Aetna Foundation Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Aetna 119 Donna Checkett Aetna Foundation P of Medicaid Business Development at Aetna 120 Shawn Guertin Aetna Foundation Exec. VP, CFO, and Chief Risk Officer at Aetna 121 Nancy Ham Aetna Foundation CEO, Healthagen Technology Solutions at Aetna

56 PROSPECTIVE FOUNDATION TRUSTEE LIST 122 Steve Kelmar Aetna Foundation Exec.VP, Corporate Affairs at Aetna 123 Mark LaBorde Aetna Foundation SVP, Head of Southeast Region at Aetna 124 Harold Paz, M.D., M.S. Aetna Foundation Exec. VP, Chief Medical Officer at Aetna 125 Garth Graham, M.D Aetna Foundation President of AetnaFoundation 126 MaryLynn Ostrowski Aetna Foundation Executive Director of Aetna Foundation 127 Larry Genuardi Genuardi's Family Foundation 128 David Genuardi Genuardi's Family Foundation 129 Charles Genuardi Genuardi's Family Foundation 130 Robert Fernandez, Esq Genuardi's Family Foundation Robert Fernandez, Esq LLC 131 Tom Genuardi Genuardi's Family Foundation

57 PROSPECTIVE FOUNDATION TRUSTEE LIST 132 Michael Kennedy Genuardi's Family Foundation 133 Jim Genuardi Genuardi's Family Foundation 134 Joy Mears Genuardi's Family Foundation Psychotherapist at Joy G. Mears M.S 135 Francius Genuardi Genuardi's Family Foundation 136 Beth Borelli Genuardi's Family Foundation 137 Gasper Genuardi Genuardi's Family Foundation 138 Meredith Huffman Genuardi's Family Foundation Executive Director at Genuardi Family Foundation 139 Anthony Genuardi Genuardi's Family Foundation 140 Nancy Bonenberger Genuardi's Family Foundation 141 Mike Genuardi Genuardi's Family Foundation Former Pres. and CEO at Genuardi's Family Markets

58 2016 Development Report Updated: 11/12/2016 District Family Friends of Scouting District Staff Advisor 2015 Actual 2016 Goal 2016 Actual 2015 to Date % of Goal Baden Powell Bob Ames $ 42,234 $ 38,000 $ 36,243 $ 42,685 95% Washington Ryan Martin $ 59,842 $ 52,000 $ 52,515 $ 57, % Continental Nick Nowak $ 19,270 $ 20,000 $ 12,641 $ 19,544 63% General Nash Adam Smith $ 62,201 $ 60,000 $ 60,219 $ 63, % Lafayette Nick Nowak $ 41,461 $ 38,000 $ 35,984 $ 41,891 95% Montgomery County: $ 225,008 $ 208,000 $ 197,603 $ 226,043 95% Northern Joe Leiss $ 6,873 $ 20,000 $ 8,482 $ 8,473 42% Triune Aaron Munson $ 5,498 $ 12,000 $ 6,040 $ 6,048 50% Roosevelt Javon Arnold $ 27,736 $ 38,000 $ 20,940 $ 23,246 55% Philadelphia County: $ 40,107 $ 70,000 $ 35,462 $ 37,767 51% Conestoga Jarred Barnes $ 16,327 $ 22,000 $ 23,730 $ 16, % Constellation Dave Bryan $ 62,521 $ 55,000 $ 55,473 $ 62, % Minquas Dave Bryan $ 31,837 $ 35,000 $ 16,065 $ 30,906 46% Delaware County: $ 110,685 $ 112,000 $ 95,267 $ 110,125 85% District Totals: $ 375,800 $ 390,000 $ 328,332 $ 373,935 84% Council/Community Friends of Scouting Campaign Staff Advisor 2015 Actual 2016 Goal 2016 Actual 2015 to Date % of Goal Executive Board Sarah Herrmann $ 65,759 $ 45,000 $ 29,791 $ 62,844 66% Staff Giving Osborn/Saxon $ 7,155 $ 12,000 $ 10,055 $ 7,155 84% General Operating - Major Gifts Sarah Herrmann $ 14,126 $ 25,000 $ - $ 2,626 0% Leadership Nicole Di Donato $ 30,330 $ 34,000 $ 25,877 $ 26,047 76% Matching Gifts Nicole Di Donato $ 12,945 $ 18,000 $ 24,162 $ 12, % Delaware County Community Dave Bryan $ 18,461 $ 22,500 $ 3,899 $ 16,661 17% Montgomery County Community Nick Nowak $ 18,289 $ 22,500 $ 6,450 $ 16,189 29% Philadelphia County Community Lonce Scott $ 10,975 $ 22,500 $ 14,080 $ 10,975 63% Council Totals: $ 178,040 $ 201,500 $ 114,314 $ 154,910 57% 2016 Special Events % of Goal Event Staff Advisor 2015 Actual 2016 Goal Event Date 2016 Actual 2015 to Date Goal Aqua Golf Classic John Bickel $ 126,320 $ 130,000 5/23 $ 154,889 $ 126, % Century Club Dinner John Bickel $ 68,925 $ 60,000 11/10 $ 77,845 $ 48, % Delco Reception John Bickel $ 67,408 $ 25,000 10/25 $ 36,235 $ 12, % Eagle Dinner John Bickel $ 49,850 $ 35,000 6/1 $ 57,405 $ 65, % Gala John Keleman $ 598,759 $ 515,000 6/16 $ 672,005 $ 609, % Hospitality Dinner 101 Mark Saxon $ 1,500 $ 70,000 1/11 $ 118,000 $ - 169% Hospitality Dinner 102 John Keleman $ - $ 80,000 11/17 $ 72,500 $ 4,500 91% Richie Asburn Golf Classic John Bickel $ 100,832 $ 110,000 5/9 $ 121,040 $ 100, % Robert Morris Reception John Bickel $ 80,950 $ 45,000 12/13 $ 10,875 $ 71,450 24% Sporting Clays Classic Alston/Bickel $ 33,680 $ 37,500 10/11 $ 36,750 $ 29,680 98% Taws Reception John Bickel $ 64,125 $ 50,000 6/9 $ 37,950 $ 66,775 76% Technology Reception John Keleman $ 110,050 $ 100,000 12/1 $ 72,250 $ 66,450 72% Vale La Pena Reception Alston/Bickel $ 2,145 $ 15,000 11/3 $ 7,025 $ - 47% Event Totals: $ 1,304,544 $ 1,272,500 $ 1,474,769 $ 1,201, % Foundations & Miscellaneous Campaign Staff Advisor 2015 Actual 2016 Goal 2016 Actual 2015 to Date % of Goal LFL/Exploring - Foundations Sarah Herrmann $ 48,500 $ 70,000 $ 20,000 $ 23,500 29% ScoutReach - Foundations Sarah Herrmann $ 47,500 $ 95,000 $ 91,000 $ 41,000 96% General Operating - Foundations Sarah Herrmann $ 196,613 $ 170,000 $ 81,718 $ 170,204 48% Templeton Grant Mark Saxon $ - $ 300,000 $ 300,000 $ - 100% ScoutReach - Major Gifts Mark Saxon $ 368,500 $ 150,000 $ 94,500 $ 356,000 63% Learning for Life - Major Gifts Sarah Herrmann $ 30,000 $ 40,000 $ 30,000 $ 10,000 75% Program Partners - LFL/Exploring Michael Oehmke $ 5,965 $ 5,000 $ 500 $ 5,965 10% Direct Mail Nicole Di Donato $ 48,531 $ 50,000 $ 28,878 $ 27,884 58% United Way Nicole Di Donato $ 72,314 $ 80,000 $ 47,279 $ 53,069 59% Camperships Sarah Herrmann $ 5,473 $ 6,000 $ 11,400 $ 5, % Total Funds: $ 823,396 $ 966,000 $ 705,275 $ 693,095 73% Templeton Grant - Restricted Campaign Staff Advisor 2015 Actual 2016 Goal 2016 Actual 2015 to Date % of Goal Templeton Grant (Restricted) Mark Saxon $ - $ 450,000 $ 450,000 $ - 100% Total Funds: $ - $ 450,000 $ 450,000 $ - 100% Council Campaign Totals Council Fundraising: 2015 Actual 2016 Goal 2016 Actual 2015 to Date % of Goal $ 2,681,780 $ 3,280,000 $ 3,072,689 $ 2,423,881 94% \\star\public\finance\administration

59 December 5, 2016 Dan Templar, Scout Executive Cradle of Liberty Council, #525 Boy Scouts of America Philadelphia, PA Dan: The proposed Bylaws for the Cradle of Liberty Council are approved. Let me know if you have any other questions about these or other changes to your documents. When these Bylaws have been approved at any of your council s board meetings, please be sure to send back a copy of those minutes showing the approval, along with a copy of the final approved document. A scanned or ed copy of the documents will be acceptable. This is an important step in completing the revision of your council document in that it will become part of your permanent history file at the national office. Sincerely, Stanley C. Willey Stanley C. Willey Council Operations Support Cc: Jim Hans, Northeast Region Todd McGregor, Area 5 Director, Northeast Region

60 ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION (Amended and Restated) CRADLE OF LIBERTY COUNCIL, INC., BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA ARTICLE I. NAME The name of the corporation is Cradle of Liberty Council, Inc., Boy Scouts of America, sometimes referred to as the Corporation. ARTICLE II. DURATION The Corporation shall have perpetual existence but shall take such action as may be necessary to dissolve in the event of the revocation or termination of its charter from the Boy Scouts of America, a Corporation organized under an Act of Congress. ARTICLE III. PURPOSES The Corporation shall promote, within the territory covered by the charter from time to time granted it by the Boy Scouts of America and in accordance with the Congressional Charter, Bylaws, and Rules and Regulations of the Boy Scouts of America, the Scouting program of promoting the ability of boys and young men and women to do things for themselves and others, training them in Scoutcraft, and teaching them patriotism, courage, self-reliance, and kindred virtues, using the methods which are now in common use by the Boy Scouts of America. ARTICLE IV. PRINCIPLES AND POLICIES The Corporation shall be operated as a nonprofit Corporation exclusively for charitable and educational purposes within the meaning of Section 501 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as from time to time amended. The Corporation shall at all times maintain the principles and policies of the Boy Scouts of America, as set forth in detail in the Bylaws and the Rules and Regulations of the Boy Scouts of America in official handbooks, or as may be announced by the Boy Scouts of America from time to time, specifically restricting the leadership to those persons who are willing to subscribe to the declarations of principles therein set forth and to the Scout Oath and Law and who otherwise are qualified to receive certificates of leadership.

61 ARTICLE V. POWERS The Corporation shall have and may exercise (in a manner consistent with the Congressional Charter, Bylaws, and Rules and Regulations of the Boy Scouts of America) all powers given to nonprofit Corporations under the Pennsylvania Nonprofit Corporation Law of 1988, as amended. In addition, (insert name of state nonprofit Corporation law) ARTICLE VI. MEMBERS The Corporation shall have one or more classes of members, as provided in the Bylaws of the Corporation, and may have honorary members. Each active, associate, or honorary member of the Corporation shall be a citizen of the United States of America or reside within the country and agree to respect and obey the laws of the United States of America, and shall (a) subscribe to the Scout Oath and Law, the statement of religious principle, and the Bylaws and Rules and Regulations of the Boy Scouts of America, (b) be registered by the Boy Scouts of America in accordance with its Bylaws and Rules and Regulations, and (c) otherwise meet all qualifications for membership from time to time established by the Boy Scouts of America. ARTICLE VII. EXECUTIVE COUNCIL The Executive Council of the Corporation shall be composed of such number of persons and who shall be elected in such manner as provided in the bylaws of the Corporation. ARTICLE IX. DISSOLUTION The property and assets of the Corporation are irrevocably dedicated to the charitable and educational' purposes of carrying out the program of the Boy Scouts of America. In the event of the dissolution, merger/consolidation or final liquidation of the Corporation or upon the revocation or termination of its charter from the Boy Scouts of America, none of such property or assets or the proceeds therefrom shall inure to the benefit of any individual but shall, after all liabilities and obligations of the Corporation have been paid or satisfied or provision otherwise made therefor, be distributed (a) to another local council of the Boy Scouts of America as specified by the Boy Scouts of America to be used for charitable and educational purposes, or (b) in the absence of such specification, to the Boy Scouts of America itself to be used for charitable and educational purposes, contemplated that in either instance such property and assets shall continue to be devoted to the furtherance of Scouting in Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. On occasion it is desirable, in order to strengthen the Scouting movement or facilitate its administration, that two or more local councils merge or consolidate. The procedure to be followed in electing such a merger or consolidation, which can only be carried out with the approval of the - 2 -

62 national council of the Boy Scouts of America, is governed by applicable state law which usually requires approval of the merger or consolidation by the local council executive boards and members of the affected local councils. ARTICLE X. AMENDMENT These Articles of Incorporation may be amended by the majority vote of the members having the right to vote present at a duly called meeting of the members of the Corporation at which a quorum is present and of which at least twenty days written notice has been given, the notice for which has been accompanied by the text of the proposed amendment or amendments, provided, however, that no amendment to these Articles of Incorporation shall be effective unless first presented to and approved by (a) the executive board of the Corporation and (b) an authorized official at the national office of the Boy Scouts of America #

63 Cradle of Liberty Council Boy Scouts of America Council Commissioner Report to the Executive Board December 14, 2016 Submitted by: Chuck Bolger Narrative As of December 7, 2016, Cradle of Liberty has 118 registered Commissioners serving 444 Units (a little better than 4-1 ratio). They have entered a total of 2394 contacts into the Commissioner Tools system at My.Scouting.Org. Of these, 1252 were assigned Unit contacts. The balance (1142) are additional contacts by Commissioners not assigned to that specific Unit visited. Report Summary As was the case in the previous Board Meeting report, a Commissioner Contact YTD report with details of the above narrative was submitted electronically. It is as many as 75 pages if printed (which I did not), and can be sent upon request. Looking Ahead With respect to Rechartering, of 444 current Traditional Units, 429 are expected to recharter for This represents a 3% decline in number of Units. 318 Units have accessed the online rechartering system; 269 have completed internet rechartering (63%). These charters are now (theoretically) in Council office for final review prior to being logged in by our registrar. As I wrote in the last report, our Unit Commissioners were responsible for delivering the re-charter packet to their assigned Unit(s), along with an up to date Youth Protection Training and Trained Leader Report. This has proved problematic in the past month due to inadequacies in the Training Manager Tool on My.Scouting website. We have been in frequent contact with National Service Center; they are working on a fix. I have a concern that we are falling short with regard to delivering orientation and training to our newest, least experienced volunteers, i.e., Cub Leaders. And not merely training; I am also concerned that our messaging about the need for training, both as a practical reality and as a requirement of rechartering, is not being properly delivered. While this is certainly a Commissioner responsibility, I believe we need to share this burden with the District Committees in general and the District Training Committees specifically. This will be among the items on the agenda for our Combined Key 3 meeting on December 20 at Council (7:30 PM); all Board Members are welcome to attend.

64 Cradle of Liberty Council Boy Scouts of America District Operations Report to the Executive Board December 14, 2016 Submitted by: Torpey White Narrative Each of the 11 traditional districts in Cradle of Liberty Council currently has a district chair. We do have some district chairs who have indicated they are looking for their replacements to be introduced to the role in There are currently 250 district committee members throughout the council serving in program, finance, and membership functions to support successful units. This number is up 18 (or 7.8%) from December of last year. Building on the success of last year, a major focus for district operations in is to ensure that each district has a functioning nominating committee of three to five influential members to identify and recruit qualified volunteers to serve on district committees. Additionally, as an outcome of the strategic plan for the council, we are going to develop a district chair scorecard to measure the functioning of each district chair so we can assist those districts that may need help with specific operational areas. Looking Ahead Priorities for district operations through the end of 2016: Reregistering district committee members for Ensuring all districts have functioning nominating committees. Developing a needs list for volunteer vacancies in all districts. Scheduling a District Committee Training Workshop for first or second quarter of The next combined meeting of district chairs and commissioners will be a holiday gathering scheduled for Tuesday, December 20, 7:30 PM, at the Firestone Scouting Resource Center in Wayne.

65 Cradle of Liberty Council Boy Scouts of America Membership Committee Report to the Executive Board December 14, 2016 Submitted by: Mark Chilutti Narrative The Cradle of Liberty Council continues to experience membership growth through November. For the third consecutive month, youth membership has been higher than the same month last year. Overall growth for November was 1.7%, or 215 more youth than November of Traditional membership (Cub Scouting, Boy Scouting, and Venturing) was up 1.1%, with the Cub Scouting growing 2.9%. Exploring participation was up 20.9%. The council was ranked 17 th out of the 59 councils in the Northeast Region for November traditional and Exploring membership. Seven out of 13 districts experienced membership growth for November (listed below in the report summary). Additionally, the following three districts have achieved year-end membership growth: Northern, ScoutReach, and Baden-Powell. Report Summary Council summary of the District Totals Report (DTR) is attached for November. Congratulations to the following districts and service areas for achieving growth: o ScoutReach: +23.8% o Continental: +2.5% o Exploring: +20.9% o Baden-Powell: +2.1% o Northern: +19.6% o Constellation: +1.1% o Minquas: +3.9% o Delaware County: +1.1% The Northeast Region Membership Ranking Report for November is attached. The most up-to-date Membership Progress Report is attached. This report shows current youth and units by district/service area, totals for youth and units as of the end of last year, and progress toward year-end goals. The council is currently 95.2% of the unit goal and 93.9% of the youth goal. Looking Ahead The council currently needs 374 additional youth to achieve year-end membership growth. Membership production in December of 2015 was 715; we ve recruited 119 so far this month. The emphasis for the last month of the year is to secure new youth discovered through the internet rechartering process, complete the necessary paperwork for new units that have been in development, support last-minute recruitment efforts, and encourage peerto-peer-recruitment. The team is dedicated to achieving four straight months of growth.

66 Report: 0119 v6.00 Cradle Of Liberty Council Date: 12/07/2016 District Totals Report Time: 16:49:45 November 30, 2016 (11/30/2016) Selected Options --- Organizations: All Stop Level: District Summary Only: No Cub Scouts Only: No Cradle Of Liberty Council Youth Adults Boys' Life On-Time Qual Unit 100% BL Ldr Trn Units Last Last This Last Last This Last Last This Last This Last This Last This Last This Last This Year Mo. Mo. Year Mo. Mo. Year Mo. Mo. Year Mo. Year Mo. Year Mo. Year Mo. Year Mo. Boy Scouts of Amer. Lions Tigers Cub Scouts Webelos Lone Cubs Total Cub Scouting Boy Scouts Lone Scouts Varsity Scouts Total Boy Scouting Venturers Sea Scouts Total Venturing Non-Units Total Traditional Learning For Life LFL Elementary LFL Junior High LFL High School LFL Explorers LFL Special Needs Total LFL TOTAL

67 NORTHEAST REGION November, 2016 Membership BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA Nov,2015 Traditional 2016 Traditional Nov,2015 Exploring 2016 Exploring Nov,2015 Total 2016 Total % Gain/Loss Rank Area No. Council Headquarters Scout Executive Greenwich Greenwich, CT Kevin O'Shea % Rip Van Winkle Kingston, NY Ray Braun 1,216 1, ,243 1, % Transatlantic Brussels, Belg Vince Cozzone 4,759 5, ,759 5, % Allegheny Highlands Falconer, NY John Wojciechowicz 2,128 2, ,203 2, % Pine Tree Portland, ME Eric Tarbox 5,196 5, ,304 5, % Jersey Shore Toms River, NJ Jim Gillick 4,240 4, ,686 5, % Chief Cornplanter Warren, PA Ray Tennent % Daniel Webster Manchester, NH Don Shepard 9,153 9, ,032 10, % Nashua Valley Lancaster, MA Gary Savignano 2,953 3, ,991 3, % Spirit of Adventure Woburn, MA Chuck Eaton 10,566 11, ,774 11, % Pennsylvania Dutch Lancaster, PA Matt Adams 4,421 4, ,429 4, % Minsi Trails Lehigh Valley, PA Craig Poland 9,439 9, ,723 10, % Suffolk County Medford, NY Ryan DiBernardo 9,812 9, ,109 10,795 11, % Westmoreland-Fayette Greensburg, PA Martin Barbie 3,193 3, ,262 3, % Columbia-Montour Bloomsburg, PA Paul Knox 983 1, , % Northern New Jersey Oakland, NJ Rebecca Fields 12,046 12, ,285 12, % Cradle of Liberty Philadelphia, PA Dan Templar 11,920 12, ,331 12, % Del-Mar-Va Wilmington, DE Jason Pierce 8,932 9, ,426 9, % 19 1 Area 1 Area 1 Ed McLaughlin 55,372 55,741 2,139 2,494 57,511 58, % Theodore Roosevelt Massapequa, NY Jay Garee 8,390 8, ,964 9, % 21 5 Area 5 Area 5 Todd McGregor 87,112 86,724 3,045 4,312 90,157 91, % Patriots' Path Cedar Knolls, NJ Dennis Kohl 14,148 13, ,539 14, % Baltimore Area Baltimore, MD Brian Steger 19,136 19, ,490 19, % Cape Cod & Islands Yarmouth Port, MA Mike Riley 1,313 1, ,489 1, % Westchester-Putnam Hawthorne, NY Pat Coviello 7,508 7, ,798 7, % Monmouth Morganville, NJ Mike Mahon 6,722 6, ,132 7, % Knox Trail Framingham, MA Ed McLaughlin-acting 4,584 4, ,605 4, % Leatherstocking Utica, NY Steve McEwan 3,101 3, ,256 3, % Mohegan Worcester, MA Jeff Hotchkiss 3,475 3, ,575 3, % Chester County West Chester, PA Charles Rogers 5,575 5, ,627 5, % 31 6 Area 6 Area 6 Chuck Dobbins 98,870 98,263 2,516 2, , , % French Creek Erie, PA Duane Havard 3,380 3, ,526 3, % Mason-Dixon Hagerstown, MD Rob Stone 2,082 2, ,082 2, % Bucktail DuBois, PA Gregg Bennett 1,295 1, ,295 1, % National Capital Area Bethesda, MD Les Baron 45,212 44,669 1,394 1,279 46,606 45, % New Birth of Freedom Mechanicsburg, PA Ron Gardner 8,785 8, ,803 8, % Seneca Waterways Rochester, NY Steve Hoitt 8,790 8,559 1,446 1,469 10,236 10, % 38 NE NE Region NE Region John Mosby 397, ,273 21,946 22, , , % Housatonic Derby, CT John Zseller % Old Colony Canton, MA Rich Stritzinger 6,045 5, ,290 6, % Northeastern PA Moosic, PA Mark Barbernitz 3,160 3, ,203 3, % Green Mountain Waterbury, VT Ed McCollin 3,187 3, ,236 3, % Susquehanna Williamsport, PA Jon Brennan 2,168 2, ,185 2, % 44 3 Area 3 Area 3 Brad Bowersox 40,500 39,117 3,015 2,951 43,515 42, % Garden State Westampton, NJ Kevin Bishop 7,423 7, ,964 7, % Puerto Rico Guaynabo, PR Todd McGregor 4,804 4, ,928 4, % Hudson Valley Newburgh, NY David Horton 6,329 6, ,484 6, % Juniata Valley Reedsville, PA Jim Kennedy 1,670 1, ,670 1, % Baden-Powell Binghamton, NY Rick Christ 2,955 2, ,051 2, % Iroqois Trail Batavia, NY Jim McMullen 2,459 2, ,531 2, % Longhouse Syracuse, NY Grey Rolland 4,291 4, ,372 4, % Greater Niagara Frontier Buffalo, NY Russell Etzenhouser 5,782 5, ,315 6, % Twin Rivers Albany, NY Rich Stockton 7,116 6, ,682 7, % Washington Crossing Doylestown, PA Magne Gundersen 8,451 8, ,607 8, % Hawk Mountain Reading, PA Bill Garrett 4,727 4, ,923 4, % Narragansett East Providence, RI Tim McCandless 9,601 9, ,930 9, % Connecticut Rivers East Hartford, CT Steve Smith 15,203 14, ,738 14, % Connecticut Yankee Milford, CT Charles Flowers 9,491 8, ,687 9, % Five Rivers Horseheads, NY Gary Decker 2,819 2, ,836 2, % 60 2 Area 2 Area 2 Marc Andreo 80,794 75,673 10,146 9,188 90,940 84, % Katahdin Area Bangor, ME Scott Harvey 2,486 2, ,521 2, % 62 4 Area 4 Area 4 Jamie Shearer 35,325 32,755 1, ,410 33, % Western Massachusetts Westfield, MA David Kruse 3,344 3, ,381 3, % Moraine Trails Butler, PA Ray Tennent 2,588 2, ,592 2, % Laurel Highlands Pittsburgh, PA Sharon Moulds 17,597 15, ,348 15, % Greater New York New York, NY Ethan Draddy 18,155 14,822 7,216 5,657 25,371 20, % November 29, 2016

68 CRADLE OF LIBERTY COUNCIL 2016 MEMBERSHIP PROGRESS REPORT BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA UNITS YOUTH District 2015 Year-End Actual Units 2016 Current Units +/- Last Year-End 2016 Year-End Unit Goal % Unit Growth Units to Start % of Goal Achieved 2015 Year-End Actual Youth 2016 Current Youth +/- Last Year-End 2016 Year-End Youth Goal % Youth Growth Youth to Recruit % of Goal Achieved Conestoga % % % % Constellation % % 1,473 1, , % % Minquas % % 1,074 1, , % % DELCO % % 3,462 3, , % % Baden-Powell % % 1,012 1, , % % Continental % % % % General Nash % % 1,372 1, , % % Lafayette % % 1,519 1, , % % Washington % % 1,276 1, , % % MONTCO % % 5,892 5, , % % Northern % % % % Roosevelt % % 1, , % % Triune % % % % ScoutReach % % 1,243 1, , % % PHILA % % 3,155 3, , % % TOTAL TRADITIONAL % % 12,509 12, , % % Exploring % % % % TOTAL CRADLE OF LIBERTY COUNCIL % % 13,046 12, , % % 12/8/16

69 Cradle of Liberty Council Boy Scouts of America Program Report to the Executive Committee December 14, 2016 Submitted by: Patrick Brala Narrative Resica Falls Summer Reservations We continue to have significant improvement in the reservations for Resica Falls Year to date youth results have grown each month since August. The efforts of our volunteers and staff are having a noticeable effect. We are 557 youth ahead of Season August n/a 1,047 1,102 1,123 1,404 September 1,675 1,283 1,447 1,545 1,749 October 2,013 1,502 1,788 2,031 1,964 November 2,279 1,722 2,059 2,338 2,364 Fall Fest at Musser Scout Reservation Also known as delivering the promise of Scouting within four weeks of a new Scout joining, Fall Fest has been a great success serving 415 more people than last year. This year we added a fourth weekend in November based on the interest that could not get in to the previous sold out weekends. These parent and son events help lock a family into the value of Scouting New Scouts Scouts Siblings Adults Total 2,393 1,978 Report Summary Warbler Habitat Conservation Area A recent report from the USDA- Natural Resource Conservation Service highlighted the success of the Warbler Habitat Conservation Area at Resica Falls survey results identified 79 species of birds in the area including 18 that are of greatest conservation need. For more information including photos of the area at Resica Falls and some of the birds of conservation need please see the attached report. Also attached are two articles about the Warbler Habitat published by the US Forest Service.

70 Cradle of Liberty Council Boy Scouts of America Conservation Committee Report Attached is a recent report from the Conservation Committee summarizing the past and active conservation projects that we are completing at both Resica Falls and Musser. Please take some time to review so you are familiar with the activities. Pilgrimage and Encampment Over the past ten months, volunteers and staff of the Cradle of Liberty Council have been working to determine the future of the annual Pilgrimage and Encampment (P&E). These efforts led us to several key decisions that will enable the event be even stronger as we continue into our second century. Please see the attached letter from Barry Kauffman, our Activities Chair regarding the future of the event. Looking Ahead Cub Adventures at Musser Scout Reservation The results of a recent survey of our Cub Scout population regarding their desires for our summer programs at Musser identified several great themes. The Camping committee has been reviewing these results and a proposal for some modifications to the summer schedule will be made at this week s Camping meeting to allow the council to better serve our Cub Scouts. Several of the key themes are listed below and the camping team is developing plans to address these results: 61% have not attended Cub Adventures this represents about 75% of our Cub Scouts and we are working to better serve them 57% of all respondents listed Day Camp as their top choice 57% of respondents that have not attended Cub Adventures listed Thursday evening to Sunday afternoon resident program in their top 2 models of service followed by 56% preferring Wednesday to Saturday in their top 2. 40% of respondents that did not attend Cub Adventures listed they did not know about the program as their top reason for not attending Merit Badge College The council Advancement committee is fast at work preparing for the 2017 Merit Badge College. It will be held at two locations this spring and will serve more than 800 Scouts. The committee has requested assistance in identifying Scouters who could assist in filling the last 30 counselor vacancies. Merit Badge counselor experience is not required; we can train you or someone you may suggest. Please send any suggestions to Michael Oehmke at michael.oehmke@scouting.org and we will follow up with your lead. A list of vacancies is attached.

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76 A Forest Stewardship Success Story Boy Scouts Create Golden-Winged Warbler Habitat at Resica Falls The Challenge: The Cradle of Liberty Council of the Boy Scouts of America established a conservation committee to develop a forest management plan for its Resica Falls Camp in eastern Pennsylvania. Working with resource professionals, the committee learned about the opportunity to create goldenwinged warbler habitat. Golden-winged warblers depend on early successional forest landscapes for optimal habitat. Forests in the early stages of succession provide the structure, seed sources, and greater plant species diversity that some species need to thrive. Golden-winged warbler populations are in general decline across their range in part because this type of habitat is becoming less common. Forest landowners may therefore need to actively manage their forest property to create this desired habitat. The Solution: The council wanted to restore part of the forest at Resica Falls Camp for golden-winged warbler habitat. Resica Falls was heavily timbered in the 1980s, and gypsy moths heavily damaged the oaks in the early 2000s. The council placed Resica Falls under a conservation easement in 2006 with Natural Lands Trust. In 2010, the council developed a Forest Stewardship Plan with a goal of establishing an early successional ecosystem. The USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service awarded cost-share funding to the council in 2013 to create and improve habitat for the goldenwinged warbler. Since 2013, the council has partnered with the Indiana University of Pennsylvania, Pennsylvania Game Commission, American Bird Conservancy, National Fish and Wildlife Foundation, Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, Natural Lands Trust, and Woodland Management Services, Inc., to carry out activities guided by the camp s Forest Stewardship Plan. These efforts included removing invasive plants, shrubs, and less desirable trees; treating heavy fern cover; and thinning trees to meet goldenwinged warbler habitat requirements. Resulting Benefits: Established over 200 acres of breeding habitat for goldenwinged warblers. Removed invasive plants on over 75 acres. Completed forest stand improvements on 150 acres. The Resica Falls Boy Scout Camp Forest Stewardship Plan recommended forest thinning to create golden-winged warbler habitat. (Photo: Robert Hartman, Boy Scouts of America, Cradle of Liberty Council) The Boy Scouts of America have been a great partner for us to work with, creating hundreds of acres of young forest habitat that is already providing nesting habitat for several golden-winged warblers. This project not only benefits young-forest wildlife, it also provides an excellent opportunity to teach youth about the importance of young forest and sustainable forest management. Emily C. Bellush, USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service Golden-Winged Warbler Biologist Sharing Success: This early forest succession restoration project provides a model for camp organizations interested in forest stewardship and enhancing the ecosystem services provided by camp property. It also provides environmental learning opportunities for camp participants. The conservation committee chairman gave a presentation to forest landowners at the Southeast Pennsylvania Forest Resource Association in October The council is currently creating interpretive signs that explain the camp s forest restoration activities, which will be used for summer camp environmental merit badge instruction. Forest Service Northeastern Area State and Private Forestry Tony L. Ferguson, Area Director 11 Campus Blvd., Suite 200 Newtown Square, PA Phone: tferguson@fs.fed.us Robert Lueckel, Field Representative 180 Canfield Street Morgantown, WV Phone: rlueckel@fs.fed.us USDA is an equal opportunity provider, employer, and lender. June

77 Forest Matters Stewardship Newsletter Summer 2016 Boy Scout Camp Takes Action to Protect and Manage Forest Resources Devin Wanner, U.S. Forest Service, Northeastern Area State and Private Forestry All photos by Sandy Clark, U.S. Forest Service, Northeastern Area State and Private Forestry Nestled in Monroe County in the Pocono Mountains of northeastern Pennsylvania is the Resica Falls Boy Scout Camp a 4,200-acre retreat whose signature feature is Resica Falls along Bushkill Creek. The camp provides clear streams and waterfalls, and what seems like endless mountain trails for Scouts to explore nature. Resica Falls was established in 1957 in a joint effort between the Valley Forge and Philadelphia Boy Scout Councils. In 1996, these two councils merged to create the Cradle of Liberty Council. The Boy Scouts have operated Resica Falls for 60 years. Over the last two decades, the Cradle of Resica Falls near the camp entrance. Liberty Council has become more proactive in managing Resica Falls forest resources and providing permanent protection to the camp. Bob Hartman is the driving force behind the success at Resica Falls. He carries the biggest load, said Consulting Forester Robin Wildermuth, who runs Woodland Management Services. Hartman is the Chairman of the council s Conservation Committee for Resica Falls. Forest Stewardship at Resica Falls Forest stewardship plans are planning documents that describe the natural resources on a property and the management activities that can be pursued to enhance those resources. A stewardship plan generally provides direction for a 10-year period and is driven by the management objectives of the property owner. In the case of Resica Falls, one of the conservation committee s primary objectives was to improve the quality of its timber resources. The camp underwent extensive timber cutting about 40 years ago and was then left to regenerate naturally. An additional problem was that around 2007 the oak resources got pounded by a combination of factors, including an outbreak of the invasive insect gypsy moth, said Wildermuth. Forest stewardship activity at Resica Falls really started taking off in 2006 when the council entered into a conservation easement [see sidebar at right] with the Natural Lands Trust on behalf of Middle Smithfield Township in Monroe County. The easement permanently restricts development on the property, which will keep the camp s forests as forest for scouting use. Conservation easements are a tool that limits certain rights otherwise held by a landowner. Just like other real property interest, the easement is recorded with the local land records and becomes part of the chain of title for the property. Once established, the easement applies to the current landowner and all subsequent owners. The easement's purposes will vary depending on the character of the property, the goals of the land trust, and the needs of the landowners.

78 Forest Matters Stewardship Newsletter Summer 2016 After establishing the conservation easement, the conservation committee began work on updating the stewardship plan. By then, the existing stewardship plan was about to expire and a new one needed to be written. Hartman had a forestry background from his college days and took the lead in learning about stewardship plans. Bob came to a field tour that I conducted and asked a lot of pertinent questions about stewardship plans and management practices, recalled Wildermuth. Robin is the consulting forester that you dream about finding. I work with him on a frequent basis. We reviewed several consulting foresters before selecting Robin, said Hartman. Because Resica Falls is such a large, complex property, the stewardship plan recommended a host of treatment options to create a vegetative mosaic to optimize the potential of its resources. The plan has recommendations for just about every type of timber management option possible. Treatments include commercial thinning, intermediate thinning, seed tree release, and even some small patches of clear cutting to create open areas and provide early successional habitat for wildlife species that depend on this type of habitat. In one area, the camp removed a small patch of birch and replanted it with Norway spruce, red spruce, and a pitch x loblolly pine cross (Pinus rigida x taeda) to establish winter cover. Bob Hartman. The stewardship plan also has treatments for controlling invasive species like multiflora rose, Japanese barberry, and autumn olive. At one time these plants were brought in to stabilize the soil, but they were found to outcompete native plants for resources while at the same time providing little value to wildlife. Certified professionals chemically treat invasive species at the camp. Skid trails remained after logging activities at Resica Falls in the 1970s. Some of these skid trails were converted into a network of recreation trails throughout the camp. The stewardship plan identified places where these trails needed to be stabilized and have water bars added to reduce the impacts of soil erosion. The stewardship plan also identified areas that needed deer exclusion fences to eliminate the excessive impacts that deer can have on plant regeneration. Trees at Resica Falls Boy Scout Camp. The Cradle of Liberty Council works cooperatively with the Natural Lands Trust to develop and carry out the stewardship plan. Since the council entered into a conservation easement with the Natural Lands Trust, the trust reviews and approves all projects.

79 Forest Matters Stewardship Newsletter Summer 2016 Though a stewardship plan typically covers a 10-year span, it is not a static document. Changes can be made using an addendum, which is what happened at Resica Falls when they learned about goldenwinged warblers. The golden-winged warbler has undergone significant population declines in Pennsylvania due to the loss of early successional forest habitat. The warbler is now considered a species of concern. Work at Resica Falls through a Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) grant has resulted in the creation of 200 acres of warbler habitat to date at the camp. A portion of the funding to carry out projects identified in Resica Falls stewardship plan comes from cost-share grants from the NRCS Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP). EQIP is a voluntary program that provides financial and technical assistance for conservation practices that improve soil, water, plant, animal, air, and related natural resources. NRCS has a Memorandum of Understanding with the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources that permits the Pennsylvania Bureau of Forestry to inspect EQIP contracts on behalf of NRCS. Cost-share funds are released to the recipient once we have certified completion of the project, said Monroe County Service Forester Garrett Beers. Although the cost-share program is a great resource to obtain funds for project work, it covers only a percentage set by NRCS at a predetermined rate. The remainder of the cost is the responsibility of the landowner. In some cases, the cost of a project can be more than anticipated. That happened at Resica Falls for a project to enhance and expand wildlife habitat by mowing. To handle these unexpected situations, revenue generated from timber sales is placed into a fund to cover shortfalls. Funds to accomplish work identified in the stewardship plan also come from money raised through hunting and fishing fees. Trout are stocked along a 7-mile stretch of Bushkill Creek. This area is one of the leading areas on the East Coast for fly fishing, and the council has a permit system for catch and release fishing at Resica Falls. The council also allows hunting access for a fee and offers a reduced fee to individuals willing to volunteer some time to help with projects. Those with little background in the intricacies of land management may perceive some of the activities at Resica Falls as a radical departure from what was present just a few short years ago. But under the guidance of a forest stewardship plan, resource managers have enhanced the structure and health of the forest. They have created and improved different habitat types that create a mosaic of ecotypes that offer benefits to a greater diversity of wildlife. They have also removed invasive species that, while appearing to provide a thick, lush environment, in actuality provide little sustenance while crowding out native plants that can better support wildlife. The conservation committee at Resica Falls has achieved many positive results through projects identified in its stewardship plan. The next challenge will be involving other council members to join the committee with the same dedication and drive to keep the momentum going forward. The current stewardship plan is in year 6 of the 10-year planning document. The conservation committee foresees beginning discussion on a new stewardship plan when the current plan is within 2 years of expiring. View of Bushkill Creek above Resica Falls.