Noble County Competitors

Camden County is governed by a Board of Commissioners consisting of seven members elected at-large for three-year terms on a staggered basis by the residents of the county. The Camden County Board of Commissioners is dedicated to improving the quality of life of the more 500,000 Camden County residents by providing a wide variety of services, programs, and special initiatives. Through close partnerships with local, state, and federal partners, the Board of Commissioners is committed to representing constituents.

The Howard County Economic Development Authority is a public-private partnership whose primary goal is to promote economic growth and stability by supporting existing businesses, targeting new businesses, and attracting corporate/regional headquarters. The Authority also maintains several programs aimed at the special needs of small, minority-owned, and agricultural business communities. Additionally, the Authority strives to preserve the distinctive quality of life in Howard County. The Authority can be reached on the Web at http://www.hceda.org.

The Board of Miami County Commissioners is made up of three commissioners, each of whom is elected at-large to serve a four-year term. The general responsibilities of the board are centered in the areas of financial management, management of county facilities, and personnel administration. The board exercises its statutory powers in budgeting, appropriating monies, levying taxes, issuing bonds and notes, and letting contracts for public works and services. Other responsibilities of the commissioners include: Hearing and ruling on: Annexations Road petitions Zoning applications Approving drainage improvements through the petition ditch process Establishing water and sewer districts and making improvements Providing for solid waste disposal To learn more about the specific duties and powers of the Board of County Commissioners, refer to Chapter 307 in the Ohio Revised Code.