Environmental Commission
The Environmental Commission is appointed by the County Board. The commission is responsible for formulating and recommending environmental policies and monitoring program implementation to assure coordination and integration of County functions that impact the environment.
Functions of the Environmental Commission: Develop and recommend environmental policies and priorities to the County Board. Review, update, and recommend for final approval environmental plans:
- solid waste management plan
- land use plan
- water plan
- industrial waste plan
- community health services environmental plan
(1) Review ordinances, (2) monitor the implementation of plans, policies, programs and grants, (3) conduct public hearings/meetings as needed to solicit citizen input on environmental issues, programs, and projects.
This Board meets the third Wednesday of every month at 7:15 PM.