Our Values
Lake County government carries out its mission and conducts its responsibilities
adhering to the following values:
Leadership
Provide leadership in communicating, interacting and cooperating with residents, businesses,
other governments, and stakeholders leading to innovative regional collaboration, increased
efficiency and cost savings, and improved quality of life.
Fiscal Responsibility
Uphold fiscal integrity, make performance-driven decisions based on future impacts, manage
priorities, leverage partnerships for more efficient use of resources, and maintain sustainable and
prudent financial operations. This includes: a balanced budget, strong reserves, and AAA
financial rating, with a commitment to transparency, honesty, reliability and accountability.
Exceptional Service
Deliver cost-effective, efficient, responsive and high quality services, placing a high value on
professionalism and courtesy that enhances the value of government services to residents and
builds public trust and confidence.
Operational Excellence
Promote and cultivate a culture that encourages and fosters continuous improvement,
exploration and adoption of new techniques, technologies, and operational efficiencies that
maximize outcomes and advance positive, progressive change.
Environmental Stewardship
Encourage the adoption of environmentally sustainable policies and practices by residents,
businesses, and County staff.
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