FY 2017 Budget Highlights

Summary of Strategic Plan Vision: • • Frederick County is one of the best places to live, work and raise a family in the United States as a result of exceptional schools, safe communities, a vibrant economy, and a high quality of life. Frederick County government ensures a high quality of life to our residents through our parks, libraries, senior centers, transit, and community services. Frederick County can grow while preserving our historic and agricultural heritage, our cultural amenities, and our strong sense of belonging and community. Five Priority Areas: Open, Transparent, and Fiscally Responsible Government through: Ethics Reform Responsive and Quality Constituent Services Fiscally Responsible Decisions Improved Technology Education - Exceptional Schools Where All Students Achieve by: Funding Above State Mandated Maintenance of Effort Timely Building of Schools Improving Technology Accessible Community Libraries Continuum of Higher Education with local colleges and CREST Jobs Economic Development Initiatives such as: Business and Industry Cabinet Downtown Innovation Center and Incubator Rebranding Our Story Regional Collaboration Workforce Services Community Needs - Ensuring Quality of Life, Safety and Well Being through: Public Safety Infrastructure - fire, rescue, law enforcement and emergency planning Livable Frederick - Land Use Planning and Permitting Workforce and Affordable Housing Health and Wellness Initiatives Family and Children Quality Services Parks and Recreational Services and Facilities Solid Waste Initiatives Adequate Roads, Bridges, and other Infrastructure Transportation Service Enhancements Seniors - Preparing for Growing Population by: Redefining Aging and Senior Services Expanding Nutritional Programs Planning for Senior Housing Needs Increasing Aging in Place Services 1

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