Finance and Budget Committee
Chairperson
Responsible for reviewing and evaluating county spending, discretionary funds, purchasing procedures, and all insurance matters. Coordinates budget preparation with County Mayor, the Finance Department and all Commissioners. Works with the Finance Department and County Auditor throughout the year in all matters concerning county finances. Purchasing procedures are also subject to review by this committee. To quarterly review and evaluate the County Finance Department’s projections of income and expenditures.
Building and Economic Development Committee
Oversees all existing County and/or proposed County buildings and grounds, and the recruitment of new businesses. Works with economic development, the Regional Planning Agency, the Chamber of Commerce, the County Mayor and other organizations to promote recruitment of new business and industry. To be the liaison between the County Commission and existing and prospective businesses to assist them with any concerns.
Arts, Education, and Recreation Committee
Alternate
Monitors the Hamilton County School system, consults with the Superintendent and board members to assess needs, make suggestions and support actions to develop and maintain high quality educational programs for all children in Hamilton County’s public education system.
Responsible for overseeing recreational facilities, reviewing and making recommendations on county recreation projects. Coordinates county government involvement with the art’s agencies within the community to assist in improving the quality of life in this area.
