WASHINGTON COUNTY APPROVED BUDGET
FY 2026
Goals and Objectives
The County has identified broad goals in accordance with the County’s Mission Statement. A goal and objective are provided for each of the five core service categories defined by Washington County Government. The service categories provide a basis for making resource allocation decisions during the budget process and serve as a focal point for assessing and coordinating various long-range plans.
Public Safety:
Goal:
Protect and promote the general welfare of residents and visitors and provide a hospitable climate for business.
Objective:
Ensure public health, safety, and welfare of residents and visitors. Employ well- trained professionals to serve in law enforcement, fire and rescue, emergency services, utilities, and building codes.
Education:
Goal:
Provide the financial resources, facilities, and coordination in leadership to promote quality education to primary and secondary learners as well as learners of all ages. Ensure that students have a safe and stimulating environment in which to learn and promote the availability of academic and technical education programs that prepare all students to compete in the global marketplace.
Objective:
Human Services:
Goal:
Preserve and enhance the County’s quality of life for residents and visitors.
Objective:
Provide diverse recreational, educational, and cultural opportunities for children and adults and promote the health and well-being of a vibrant and active community.
Infrastructure:
Goal:
Plan, program, build and maintain the physical assets necessary to accommodate a thriving community and robust economy.
Objective:
Utilize public funds, grants, and private partnerships to manage and improve roads, bridges, utilities, buildings, parks, landfills, airport, and transit resources.
Economic Development:
Goal:
Nurture existing businesses and promote new businesses which fuel the economic engine necessary for success in all other service lines.
Objective:
Foster a culture within government that encourages opportunity and supports private investment in Washington County’s new and existing businesses.
2026 Budget Document
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