On December 5, 2023 the Board of Commissioners approved its 2023-2026 Goals and Objectives (view video). The five goals focus on economic development, quality of life, emergency preparedness response and safety, resiliency and sustainability, and institutional governance. Below are the five approved goals:

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Goal 1: Economic Development

Presentation Schedule: April 9, 2024

• Research and catalog an economic development asset inventory to promote County assets and resources that support effective business attraction efforts. 
• Leverage opportunities created by increased federal DOD funding of Energetics research, development, and manufacturing. 
• Complete a comprehensive economic development strategic plan to spur investment and development while supporting retention and attraction of businesses, entrepreneurs, and talent. 
• Collaborate across departments to improve the speed, consistency, and predictability of the Development Review Process. 

Goal 2: Quality of Life

Presentation Schedule: June 11, 2024

• Create a policy to promote safe, quality and affordable housing across a range of income brackets to meet the needs of our residents.
• Provide community services, programs, and supports for seniors, families and children. 
• Ensure broad access to public transportation. 
• Provide diverse recreation, outdoor, and tourism opportunties for residents and visitors. 

Goal 3: Emergency Preparedness, Response & Safety 

Presentation Schedule: September 10, 2024

• Coordinate and collaborate with fire/EMS, law enforcement, and other response partners.
• Recruit, train, support, and retain emergency services personnel. 
• Provide high-quality service during emergent and non-emergent times of need.

Goal 4: Resilience and Sustainability 

Presentation Schedule: December 3, 2024

• Assure and enhance water supply and infrastructure to support continued advancement.
• Develop plans, policies, and strategies to bolster adaptation, resilience, and mitigation to the impacts of climate change. 
• Establish a sustainable, vibrant, urban and suburban environment while preserving rural landscapes and character. 
• Beautify Charles County through efforts to reduce pollution, expand recycling, and implement community engagement initiatives. 

Goal 5: Institutional Governance

Presentation Schedule: February 11, 2024

• Invest in and develop a diverse, highly skilled, and motivated workforce.
• Maintain the highest level of fiscal responsibility.
• Review and update policies and procedures on a regular basis for adequacy, relevance, and applicability.
• Promote accessible and transparent government operations.