Organizational Goals & Objectives

Financial Management	Provide open, transparent, and accountable County finances and operations Take continued steps to mitigate the liabilities of the County Set clear policy and direction
Organizational Development	Provide staff with necessary resources to achieve the objectives Provide cost effective benefit opportunities for County employees Demonstrate commitment to employee development and growth
Delivery of Services	Provide outstanding customer service Maintain adequate levels of service and efficiencies Provide buildings in appropriate spaces to serve the population Support opportunities for privatization

Economic Development	Provide funding support for quality of life functions meeting a return on investment standard and focusing on the core functions of the County Maintain Countywide focus for tourism development Monitor and forecast demographic changes in our community including social and socioeconomic evolutions Promote a diverse mix of businesses that helps to create a self-sustaining community
Infrastructure	Continue the advancement of technology in County daily operations in order to improve communication between the County government, residents, and businesses Build and maintain infrastructure to a high quality structural and aesthetic standard Take continued steps to improve stormwater management Work with municipalities to ensure appropriate services are provided as annexations occur

Transportation	Examine and utilize multi-modal forms of transportation in appropriate areas of development and ensure high quality landscaping and illumination in conjunction with all modes Continually evaluate and modify County services to provide citizens with optimum type, mode, and expediency of travel Establish and maintain perpetual funding to support lowest cost ownership for all County transportation systems
Public Safety	Commit to public safety by giving this function of County government the highest priority when allocating discretionary resources Maintain a high quality emergency response system that utilizes best practices in the industry Continue fostering a community environment where citizens are safe and feel safe Educate citizens on crime prevention
Essential Services	Maintain efficient essential services that enhance community preparedness and responsiveness Have adequate resources to support essential County services and service levels Continue to work with other government partners to increase the cost effectiveness of local governmental services