4.A: OLC Strategic Plan – Status Update 1
Ohio Library Council
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
ITEM NO.: 4.A MEETING DATE: Sept. 14, 2018
SUBJECT: OLC Strategic Plan – Status Update SUBMITTED BY: Doug Evans
REPORT FOR DISCUSSION
Attached is a copy of the OLC’s Strategic Plan for 2018-21 with “Status” updates provided for each strategy and tactic.
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