FY26 budget book final

WASHINGTON COUNTY APPROVED BUDGET

FY 2026

Diversity and Inclusion Committee – Department 11140

Contact: Dawn Marcus

The mission of the Diversity and Inclusion Committee is to advise the Board of County Commissioners on public policy relating to ethnic affairs, promote the involvement of all ethnic groups in business and community affairs, and advocate services and programs relating to the quality of life for all residents.

Department Description/Function

The Diversity and Inclusion Committee undertakes the task of gathering and disseminating information from and about the growing diverse ethnic population in Washington County; fosters a climate of mutual respect among different ethnic groups and peoples in the County by improving communication between the diverse groups and communities; offers input to the Commissioners relating to County and community issues by encouraging discussion of differing viewpoints to promote an understanding in a multicultural environment; and to advise the Commissioners on how County government can be more inclusive of a diverse community.

Goals Fiscal Year 2026

 Hold monthly meetings with adequate membership attendance.  Bridge cultural diversity of all ethnic groups.  Advise the Board of County Commissioners bi-annually on the status of the Committee.

Accomplishments Fiscal Year 2025

 The Committee has been restructured and reorganized to meet membership requirements. They have held monthly meetings maintaining the necessary quorum.  The Committee has resumed the listening tours at various locations throughout the County.

2026 Budget Document

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