Retirement Committee Meeting

Everything you wanted to know about your County Government! This workshop is designed for Unincorporated Fayette County residents who want to know how each area of government works.

Expect interactive sessions, a capstone project, facility tours, and dinner. Citizen Workshop Series: Discover How Your County Works!

Week 1: Commissioners & Administration – September 8 Kick things off by learning how county leadership works. We’ll explore roles and responsibilities, how citizens can engage, our commitment to open government, and the purpose of boards, authorities, and committees.

Week 2: Finance – September 15 Ever wondered how your county budget comes together? Dive into the budgeting process, millage rates, home assessments, House Bill 581, vehicle tags, tax notices, and more.

Week 3: Community – September 22 Discover how we plan, protect, and enhance our community. Topics include building safety, development regulations, the comprehensive planning process, public water education, and animal control services—plus volunteer opportunities.

Week 4: Recreation & Leisure – September 29 Explore the many ways we support recreation and lifelong learning. Learn about library programs, parks, athletics, leisure activities, the new multi‑use facility, future plans, and extension services.

Week 5: Public Safety – October 6 Get an inside look at the teams who keep our community safe. Topics include 911 operations, fire safety, the alert app, code enforcement, park and lake safety, traffic control, the new training facility, and jail operations.

Week 6: Public Health – October 13 Learn about Public Health and the essential services that support community wellness. Week 7: Public Works – October 20 Take a closer look at transportation, infrastructure improvements, current projects, grant-funded initiatives, and other Public Works services—including the Public Works Club.

Week 8: Elections & Courts – October 27 Understand how elections are run, how volunteers are trained, and the resources available through our courts and deeds office. Capstone Project Participants will work in teams to tackle a real‑world scenario based on workshop topics and deliver a 5–10 minute group presentation with actionable recommendations.

Join us for an exciting eight‑week journey behind the scenes of county government. Each week highlights a different part of local operations, giving you a fun, interactive look at how services are delivered and how you can get involved.