What is National County Government Month?
National County Government Month (NCGM) is celebrated each April by the nation’s counties to raise public awareness and understanding about the roles
and responsibilities
of county government. Counties participate in NCGM by hosting a variety community outreach events and activities. These include tours
of county facilities, recognition ceremonies for county employees and volunteers, distribution of information about county programs and services, sponsoring
student essay contests, meetings with business and community leaders, and adoption of resolutions.
Get Involved with Your County Government:
- Visit the Board of Commissioners office on April 26, 2012 for a brief presentation, tour and Q&A session hosted by board Chair Kathy Vosburg. For details and to register, click here.
- Visit a Committee or Full Board meeting and see the Board of Commissioners’ decision-making process in action.
- The Board of Commissioners appreciates hearing from its constituents. Find out who your commissioner is here, and let them know your concerns, opinions or suggestions. Also, check out our FAQ page.
- Future voters can try their hand at one of the free online iCivics games, including: Counties Work, People’s Pie, Executive Command, Do I Have a Right? and Supreme Decision. The games teach players how government works in a fun, interactive way, by putting them in the driver’s seat. The site also features educational resources for teachers on budgeting and the three branches of government, among other topics.