What is a County Commissioner?

2015-2020 Goals

• Eagle County is Financially Sound

• Eagle County is a Great Place to Live for All

• Eagle County Protects the Natural Environment

• Eagle County Promotes a Diverse and Resilient Economy

• Eagle County is a High Performing Organization

Core Values

Creativity, Respect, Engagement, Accountability, Team, Excellence, Service

Mission: Creating a Better Eagle County for All

Eagle County achieves the mission by providing top quality county services with excellent customer service in a financially sustainable manner; we partner with the community and engage our residents.

1. Listening to community members to understand service needs

2. Adding value for customers

3. Providing timely, quality services

4. Developing an organizational culture that evaluates the quality of services and makes improvements

5. Applying "best practices" to Eagle County government

6. Maintaining County buildings, infrastructure, and facilities in excellent condition

7. Hiring and retaining highly qualified County employees from diverse backgrounds

8. Measuring service and program outcomes

9. Assuring County systems and processes are clear, fair, and easy to access for all

10. Treating our customers with respect, acting in a friendly and courteous manner

11. Taking the time to explain decisions or actions, especially if the answer is "no"

12. Going the extra mile to help our customers 5. Providing customer-friendly buildings and facilities

13. Providing County services in a culturally competent manner

14. Defining County services and service levels based on available resources and community demands

15. Using financial tools to forecast future revenues and expenditures in order to use taxpayer and other funds efficiently and effectively

16. Maintaining financial reserves consistent with County policies and national standards

17. Delivering County services in an efficient and cost-effective manner

18. Leveraging County resources with outside funding streams for maximum community benefit

19. Providing competitive compensation and development opportunities for County employees

20. Developing and following County financial policies

21. Developing and maintaining transparent financial systems and reporting

22. Identifying and connecting with strategic partners

23. Working with community partners to establish and align common visions and goals

24. Understanding the goals and needs of partners

25. Maintaining open, regular communications with partners

26. Resolving conflicts with partners in a timely manner

27. Leveraging County resources through partnerships and collaborative efforts

28. Working with partners to fill community gaps

29. Utilizing partners to engage hard-to-reach populations in order to assure services are culturally and socially appropriate

30. Proactively communicating with Eagle County residents

31. Appropriately involving residents in the governance process

32. Effectively using boards, commissions, and task forces to address community issues, and assuring diverse representation that reflects the community

33. Informing residents about the County's mission, goals, finances, and services

34. Having a visible presence in the community

35. Engaging the residents in major projects, development of policies and plans, and planning the County's future

36. Participating in community events and meetings

37. Assuring non-English Speaking residents and other hard-to-reach populations have a voice in county planning, programming, and evaluation

Vision: Eagle County is made up of thriving communities for families and is home to a vibrant workforce, with personal health and wellness achievable for all. Our natural beauty is preserved through purposeful environmental stewardship. We are an international year-round resort destination with a diverse, resilient economy.

1. Quality early childhood development and enrichment opportunities for every child

2. Socio-economic and cultural diversity

3. All definitions of family

4. Attractive, family friendly neighborhoods with convenient access to amenities

5. Gathering places and events that encourage residents getting to know and enjoy each other 6. Sense of personal safety and security

6. Free or low-cost family activities and events, including recreational/leisure and arts/culture

7. Workforce development and training for 21st century jobs

8. Diverse jobs with livable wages for residents

9. Range of quality housing choices: prices, types, locations, rental or ownership

10. Opportunities for first-time homebuyers

11. Mixed-income residential development

12. Residences and workplaces connected by transit options

13. Accessible, affordable, and quality medical and healthcare services for all

14. Prevention programs and services with a high rate of utilization

15. Full range of programs and services for the whole person: mental, physical, dental

16. Activities, events, and programs that support and promote personal wellness

17. Equitable services and opportunities tailored to the needs of vulnerable populations

18. Natural and built environments that promote personal wellness

19. Abundant clean water for our rivers, creeks, and lakes

20. Green, healthy forests

21. Open space with community buffers

22. Clean air

23. Unobstructed vistas

24. Local and regional leadership on environmental issues

25. Use and promotion of solar and other renewable energy sources to protect our climate

26. Reduction, reuse, and recycling of solid waste county wide

27. “Net Zero” energy use for County government

28. Reduction in our community’s greenhouse gas emissions

29. Accessible, useable transportation options including public transit, trails, alternative fuel vehicles

30. Healthy, interconnected, and sustainable eco-systems

31. Successful four-season venues, programs, and experiences

32. International brand recognition

33. World-class competition and events regularly scheduled in Eagle County

34. Opportunities for residents to enjoy events and activities

35. Model of resort environmental stewardship

36. Successful ski resort corporation

37. Convenient, affordable air service with connections for international travel

38. Convenient and safe travel to and from DIA and the Front Range

39. Strong tourism with returning visitors

40. Positive environment for innovators and entrepreneurs

41. World-class destination for medical, healthcare and wellness services

42. Expanded higher educational and degree programs

43. Home-based businesses and offices

44. Access to broadband for all 7. Green business economy

45. Farm and ranch-based businesses with “farm to table” and local food production opportunities