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The government of Illinois, under the Constitution of Illinois, has three branches of government: executive, legislative and judicial. The executive branch is split into several statewide elected offices, with the Governor as chief executive, and has numerous departments, agencies, boards and commissions. Legislative functions are granted to the General Assembly, composed of the 118-member House of Representatives and the 59-member Senate. The judiciary is composed of the Supreme Court and lower courts. The government of Illinois has numerous departments, agencies, boards and commissions, but the code departments, so called because they're established by the Civil Administrative Code of Illinois, provide most of the state's services: Department on Aging Department of Agriculture Department of Central Management Services Department of Children and Family Services Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity Department of Corrections Department of Employment Security Department of Financial and Professional Regulation Department of Healthcare and Family Services Department of Human Rights Department of Human Services Department of Juvenile Justice Department of Labor Department of the Lottery Department of Natural Resources Department of Public Health Department of Revenue Department of State Police Department of Transportation Department of Veterans' Affairs

As a "Triple-A" bond-rated county, Waukesha County prides itself on operating in a business-like manner. We are focused on delivering high quality, essential services with competence and skill. With our vision of "Leading the Way," Waukesha County values: Teamwork and Collaboration- Individual strengths play a key role in team projects to provide the highest quality service and outcome. Collaborating with businesses, other governments, and local organizations lead to creative and cost-effective services. Ethics and Integrity - Our code and policies exemplify honesty and truthfulness. Efficiency - We avoid wasting materials, energy, efforts, money and time. Innovation and Improvement - We regularly ask "Is there a better way?" The County provides mentoring for professional development, and encourages employees to learn and practice continuous improvement principles. Diversity and Respect - Waukesha County strives to create an environment where all individuals are able to contribute their skills and talents to reach their fullest potential. Cost Savings - Tax payers pay our salaries. Do the best for them. High-Quality Customer Service - Our goals are to respond within 24 hours, focus on facilitating versus regulating, be courteous and knowledgeable. Communication - We aim to use language that customers understand; to communicate in a professional, respectful manner. Our Mission - The mission of Waukesha County government is to promote the health, safety and quality of life of citizens while fostering an economically vibrant community. We are committed to delivering effective, high quality programs and services in a courteous and fiscally prudent manner.

A CALEA and ILEAP Accredited Full Service Municipal Law Enforcement Agency dedicated to the values of Loyalty, Honor, and Teamwork. As an organization, we encourage the concept of followership as it pertains to leading each other to something greater than one's self and living out the principles in the Law Enforcement Code of Ethics.