What is a Board Policy?

A Board policy is a statement officially adopted by the Hernando County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) at a public meeting that establishes one or more general institutional goals and/or stipulates the stance that the BOCC directs county government and board departments in maintaining or the pursuit of approved general goals. Administrative regulations and standard practice guides flow from BOCC policies. These policies should not be confused with internal, operational policies adopted by many departments. All BOCC policies are calendared for routine review and possible revision by sponsoring units/departments every five years.

What is the process for developing Board Policies?

Policies may be initiated by any department, citizen or commissioner. Staff members develop and provide oversight of policy and its implementation.