Commissioners listen, set goals and take action. Then, specific and measurable individual employee goals are tied directly to Commissioners goals, and a budget is prepared and adopted to implement the goals. The Budget Division and County Manager carefully review each budget before it is finalized. Departmental budgets may be reduced to maximize efficient and effective tax dollar use. Commissioners review the budget and make recommendations at workshops, two Fiscal Retreats, and two Public Hearings in September.
All meetings are open to the public.
Policies and procedures are in place to prevent the budget from being overspent. A Monthly Financial Status Report shows the percent of the budget received and spent. It is reviewed by the County Manager, Senior Directors, and Commissioners. Program Efficiency and Effectiveness Measures are linked, through the Budget and other steps, to citizens needs and concerns. Staff maintains and measures goal outcomes for each Program or Service provided by the Board.