Building and Economic Development Committee
Chairperson
Purpose: Guide county facility planning and support business recruitment and retention.
Scope: Review County buildings and grounds, capital facility needs, and real estate matters; collaborate with the County Mayor and economic development partners to recruit and retain business and industry; monitor project agreements, site development, and public-private partnerships.
Education Committee
Alternate
Purpose: Support collaboration with the school system to improve educational outcomes and fiscal planning.
Scope: Meet quarterly, and as needed, with the Superintendent and County Mayor, and when appropriate Board members; consult and make recommendations on plans, budgets, and initiatives; review cost, feasibility, and educational effectiveness; advance final recommendations to the full Commission.
Public Safety Committee
Purpose: Support countywide safety, emergency readiness, and justice system coordination.
Scope: Serve as liaison to the Sheriff’s Office; coordinate with Corrections on population management and vocational programming; provide general oversight of the Judicial Commissioner Program and work-release coordination with the courts; support EMS, fire, volunteer departments, and emergency operations; review technology and infrastructure supporting public safety.
