county administration · 2019. 6. 20. · staff introductions jennifer l. harris, apr, chief of...
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COUNTY
ADMINISTRATIONMark Belton, County Administrator
Deborah E. Hall, CPA, Deputy County Administrator
February 12, 2019
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Department Overview
Ms. Danielle Mitchell, Acting County Attorney
Ms. Jennifer Harris, Chief of Media Services
Mr. John McConnell, Chief of Central Services
Mr. John Simpson, Internal Auditor
Ms. Carol DeSoto, Acting Clerk to the Commissioners
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Key Initiatives
Commissioner Retreat – scheduled for February 26, 2019
❖ Create operating framework and goals for staff
Broadband Task Force
❖ Explore options to provide service in underserved areas
Comcast Negotiations
❖ Wrap up current negotiations
National Citizen Survey – presentation February 12, 2019
Numerous leases and contracts
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Media Services DivisionJennifer Harris, APR
Chief of Media Services
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Staff Introductions
Jennifer L. Harris, APR, Chief of Media Services
Donna Fuqua, Public Information Specialist
Erin Pomrenke, Communications Coordinator
Tina Kozloski, Project and Design Services Media Specialist
❖ Rebecca Lehman, Part-Time Photographer
Kim Hicks-Dye, CCGTV Station Manager
❖ Brent Huber and Tyler Lambert, Video Production Specialists
❖ Erik Swann, Part-Time Video Production Specialist
❖ Bob Curran, Part-Time Digital Librarian
Renesha Miles, Community Engagement Coordinator
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Services Provided by Media Staff
Strategic Communications Planning
❖ Develop specific plans, strategies, actions, budget, and
evaluation of communications
❖ Manage Commissioner and Department communication
needs with comprehensive plans
Media Relations
❖ Draft and distribute news releases, promote news
through targeted media pitches
❖ Coordinate and respond to media requests and inquiries
Broadcast Media
❖ Broadcast county meetings and produce original
television programming on CCGTV
❖ Produce and promote podcasts to inform residents about
county services― Continued
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Services Provided by Media Staff
Digital Communications
❖ Social media engagement through Facebook,
Twitter, and YouTube
❖ Electronic “Enews” to connect the community to
programs and services via email marketing
NEW…Community Engagement
❖ Create Citizens Academy and develop network of
community ambassadors
❖ Facilitate community input on major issues, policy
proposals, and concerns
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Central Services DivisionJohn McConnell
Chief of Central Services
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Staff Introductions
John McConnell, Chief of Central Services
Rebecca Quade, Risk Manager
David Hill, Building Security Officer
❖ 5 Part-Time Security Associates/Mail Clerks
Marvin Anderson, Safety Officer
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Areas of Responsibility
Risk Management
❖ Responsible for liability and insurance needs for all county
properties
Security
❖ Responsible for the security of all county facilities
Safety
❖ Responsible for a safe work environment on all county properties
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Current Projects
Recently implemented the Random Drug Testing Program.
Assisting with the security component for the new Waldorf Senior and
Recreation Center.
Completing annual OSHA 300 logs for Workers Compensation reports.
Planning security camera systems at the Nanjemoy Community Center
and the Department of Public Works Campus in La Plata.
Preparing an evacuation and shelter-in-place quick reference guide
for the Government Building and other county facilities.
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Internal Audit OfficeJohn SimpsonInternal Auditor
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Authority & Responsibilities
Internal Audit Charter
❖ Establishes the general authority and responsibility of the Internal
Audit Office
Internal Audit Oversight Committee
❖ Advises the Board of County Commissioners and County
Administrator on significant audit matters pertaining to the
Internal Audit Office
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Objectives
Work to improve County Government service and performance by
focusing audit work on areas of high risk and impact.
Work with management to improve functions and processes and
strengthen internal controls.
Build public trust by keeping residents informed about our efforts
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Current Projects
Landfill Scale House - requested by Department of Public Works
Payroll - chosen by Internal Auditor
Custodial Supplies - requested by Department of Public Works
Treasury - requested by County Administration
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Upcoming Projects
FY 2020 Audit Plan
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About Charles County GovernmentThe mission of Charles County Government is to provide our citizens the highest quality service possible in a
timely, efficient and courteous manner. To achieve this goal, our government must be operated in an open and
accessible atmosphere, be based on comprehensive long- and short-term planning and have an appropriate
managerial organization tempered by fiscal responsibility. We support and encourage efforts to grow a diverse
workplace. Charles County is a place where all people thrive and businesses grow and prosper; where the
preservation of our heritage and environment is paramount; where government services to its citizens are provided
at the highest level of excellence; and where the quality of life is the best in the nation.
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