1. Professional Writing College of Public and Community Service University of Massachusetts Boston ©2010 William Holmes 1

2.  1 Prudence or wisdom in the management of affairs  2 A definite course of action selected from among alternatives and in light of given conditions to guide and determine present and future decisions  3 A high-level overall plan embracing the general goals and acceptable procedures especially of an organization 2

3. Outdoor Plants of Condo Owners 3 1. Is a policy needed? 2. What does the policy need to address? 3. What limits are there to the policy? 4. How should the policy be worded? How should it be approved?

4.  A principle, rule, or law designed to control or govern conduct.  A rule of order having the force of law, prescribed by a superior or competent authority, relating to the actions of those under the authority's control.  To adjust to some standard or requirement 4

5. State Regulation of Natural Foods 5 1.What needs to be regulated? 2.What needs to be required? 3.What needs to be prohibited? 4.How should it be worded? 5.How should it be approved?

6.  A series of steps taken to accomplish an end  A set of established forms or methods for conducting the affairs of an organized body such as a business, club, or government  A series of steps followed in a regular definite order  A traditional or established way of doing things 6

7. Loaning Sports Equipment 7 1.What is loaned? 2.To whom is it loaned? 3.What surety is required for the loan? 4.What restrictions apply to its use? 5.When must it be returned? 6.What happens if it is not returned?