WASHINGTON COUNTY APPROVED BUDGET
FY 2026
County Clerk - Department 10110
Contact: Dawn Marcus
Department Description/Function
The County Clerk is an appointed administrative position responsible for assisting the Board of County Commissioners in performing their duties and functions of their office and is responsible for keeping careful and accurate minutes of their proceedings. The Clerk is also responsible for ensuring all records, papers, and documents of the County are kept in safe custody.
Goals Fiscal Year 2026
To obtain and implement software specifically for Boards and Commissions. This was an FY2025 goal that was not met due to funding constraints. Goal for FY2026 is to locate software that can be shaped into a useful tool. To establish data under each of the County Boards and Commissions, to include posting rosters on the County website, term expirations, by-laws, meeting minutes and meeting times. This began in FY2025 and will be continued in FY2026. Manage an updated volunteer tracking database. This is an ongoing departmental goal. To take professional development courses to obtain certifications through the International Institute of Municipal Clerks. This is an ongoing departmental goal.
Accomplishments Fiscal Year 2025
Updated and worked with the 35 individual County Boards and Commissions. Attended the Board of County Commissioner Meetings (regular, evening, and special meetings). Completed two courses for the Academy of Excellence in Local Government.
John Barr – BOCC President, Dawn Marcus – County Clerk, Jeff Cline – BOCC Vice-President, Randy Wagner - Commissioner
2026 Budget Document
156
Made with FlippingBook - Online catalogs