Vision Statement

The people in Washington County, as citizens in a democracy, will have the protection of their fundamental rights – the right to vote and have that vote counted.

To comply with the statutory obligations in the administration of elections and voter registration and to conduct elections in Washington County that will protect the fundamental rights of citizens in a democracy.

In support of this mission, we are committed to:

• Serving as an agent for the federal and state government to fulfill mandated programs;
  
• Providing easy access for voter registration;
  
• Conducting fair and honest elections with security and integrity maintained in the casting of ballots, canvassing of votes and reporting of election results;
  
• Encouraging citizen awareness of, and participation in, the election process;
  
• Utilizing community resources as a vehicle for publicity and voter education.