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.
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.
Public Works and Zoning Committee
Purpose: Advance infrastructure, environmental services, and orderly land use.
Scope: Review roads and bridges, sewers, solid waste, rolling stock, garages, and parking; promote transportation planning, energy conservation, and recycling; coordinate with the Regional Planning Commission on planning, zoning, and countywide development; review surveys, current conditions, and probable future developments and make recommendations.
