Washington County Government Seeks Members for Two New Committees

100 W. Washington Street, Suite 1401

Hagerstown, MD 21740 | 240.313.2380

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

CONTACT:

Danielle Weaver, Director

Phone: 240-313-2384

Email: dweaver@washco-md.net

WASHINGTON COUNTY GOVERNMENT SEEKS MEMBERS FOR TWO NEW COMMITTEES

Diversity and Inclusion Committee and Environmental Management Advisory Committee Established

HAGERSTOWN, MD (June 20, 2018) – The Washington County Board of County Commissioners recently passed bylaws to establish two new committees: Diversity and Inclusion Committee and Environmental Management Advisory Committee .

The mission of the Diversity and Inclusion Committee is to advise the Board of County Commissioners on public policy relating to ethnic affairs, promote the involvement of all ethnic groups in business and community affairs, and advocate services and programs relating to the quality of life for all residents.

The Environmental Management Advisory Committee will provide the Commissioners and County staff with advice and suggestions in regards to policies and procedures for the Division of Environmental Management , new regulatory proposals, County Water and Sewer Service Policies, the County Resource Element of the Comprehensive plan, all local solid waste issues, evaluating the Solid Waste Plan, and the biennial update of the Solid Waste Management and Recycling Plans.

Both committees are looking for seven members. If interested in joining either committee, please visit the County’s website to apply.

For additional information contact Public Relations and Marketing Director Danielle Weaver

at 240-313-2384.

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About Washington County, Maryland Government

Washington County, Maryland Government strives to fulfill its duty to the citizens of Washington County with regard to operational efficiency, fiscal responsibility, and responsiveness to the needs of the community. This vision is used to ably assist the Board of County Commissioners of Washington County in achieving goals for moving the County forward as present needs and future plans are addressed.

According to the Maryland Department of Legislative Services, the Washington County General Fund has one of the lowest costs per capita for services provided of all 23 counties and Baltimore City. This is attributed to the efficiency, staffing levels, and cost containment exhibited in Washington County Government operations. Visit www.washco-md.net for more information.