Legal, Legislative, Administrative, and Personnel Committee
Chairperson
Responsible for reviewing legal matters involving county government; oversees the rules and regulations of the Commission as well as the County’s compliance with all governing rules and regulations; fosters the relationships between the Mayoral and Legislative branches; the State Legislature and related matters, and other elected officials. Works with County Attorney and other appropriate persons or agencies.
Responsible for oversight of all personnel matters, including relations, benefits, grievances, and handbooks. Works with Human Resources to see that all employees understand personnel policies and benefits to which they are entitled, etc.
Responsible for legal matters involving tax delinquent properties acquired by and/or sold to County government.
Arts, Education, and Recreation Committee
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.
Roads, Waste, Energy, Transportation and Zoning Committee
Alternate
Area of concern includes county roads, sewers, solid waste, and infrastructure. Responsible for the utilization of all rolling stock, garages, and parking lots. To be involved in future planning in these areas to try to anticipate and avoid problems. Seeks ways of funding future plans; is concerned with conservation of energy and development and energy problems; and coordinates County recycling efforts. Works with members of the Regional Planning Commission and the Water-Wastewater Treatment Authority staff throughout the year in all matters concerning zoning and countywide development. Surveys, studies of existing conditions and probable future developments are also subject to review by this committee.
