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Commission approves new government‑relations/regionalization staff position
Summary
The board approved creation of a government‑relations specialist position to support utility regionalization, intergovernmental affairs and legislative engagement; commissioners emphasized regionalization duties as a priority component of the new role.
The Board of Commissioners approved adding a new staff position described as a government‑relations specialist with responsibilities including regionalization and intergovernmental work.
The manager outlined the role as a niche position to support utilities regionalization, coordination with state and federal partners, and legislative relations. Commissioners discussed title and scope—several asked that regionalization be included prominently in the position description while acknowledging the role also will cover broader government relations tasks.
A motion to add the position was made and seconded; the board approved the position by voice vote. Commissioners said the new hire will work closely with utilities, engineering and regional partners, and staff will move forward with recruitment and classification.
What’s next: Human Resources and county administration will finalize the job title, classification and recruitment timeline and return to the board with details as requested.
