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Finding a fresh perspective on your community
OVERVIEW OF THE COMMUNITY SWAP SCHEDULE
| What: | Weeks before or after the visit: | By whom: | Date completed: |
| Complete application | The sooner the better - it takes time to find a match! | Community sponsor | |
| Match communities;Schedule week for visits | 6 to 8 weeks before visit | Extension | |
| Appoint Team Leader | 6 to 8 weeks before visit | Community sponsor | |
| Appoint Team Members | 4 weeks before visit | Team Leader | |
| Set date for Town Meeting; Plan promotion | 4 weeks before visit | Community Sponsor, Team and Extension | |
| Review visit and report responsibilities | 2 weeks before visit | Team and Extension | |
| Visit partner community | Team Leader and Team Members | ||
| Write report and plan slide presentation | After the visit | Team Leader and Team Members | |
| Host Town Meeting;Gather evaluation information | 4 to 6 weeks after visit | Community Sponsor, Team and Extension | |
| Present at the partner community's Town Meeting | 4 to 6 weeks after visit | Community Sponsor, Team and Extension | |
| Evaluation; Plan follow-up; Swap Reunion | 6 to 12 months after Town Meeting | Community Sponsor, Team and Extension |
A program by University of Illinois Extension