Supported by a grant from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, "Strengthening Public Health Infrastructure for Improved Health Outcomes," the Michigan Association for Local Public Health in partnership with the Michigan Department of Community Health developed a guidebook for local health departments on the key components to a strategic plan available HERE.

The guidebook is designed to be a reference for Local Health Departments to assist in developing an organizational strategic plan. Where appropriate, Public Health Accreditation Board (PHAB) Domain 5 Standards and Measures (Version 1.0) requirements are referenced for developing an organizational strategic plan. It is important to align your organizational strategic plan with national accreditation even if your health department does not intend to apply for accreditation. National public health accreditation standards define good public health practice. Achieving these standards will improve performance...