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Flagler County strategic planning process is full circle – started with staff, now turned over to staff for implementation

Flagler County strategic planning process is full circle – started with staff, now turned over to staff for implementation

December 29, 2022 – Flagler’s strategic planning process has come full circle in one year’s time. County Administrator Heidi Petito kicked off the new process in November 2021 with a day-long collaborative planning session for department heads. During countywide training sessions earlier this month, she turned the process over to staff for implementation. During the sessions, Deputy County Administrator Jorge Salinas, explained that the vision statement of the Board of County Commissioners – to make Flagler County a vibrant and prosperous community with a focus on exceptional quality of life – supported its mission and value commitment. Its mission is…
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Flagler County staff raise $4,500 for ‘Christmas with Community Heroes’

Flagler County staff raise $4,500 for ‘Christmas with Community Heroes’

December 6, 2022 – Flagler County staff members are feeling the holiday spirit – they raised $4,500 for Christmas with Community Heroes, an organization that provides a Christmas shopping extravaganza for children who might not otherwise be so fortunate. "I am proud of the generosity our staff shows day in and day out, but I am particularly proud of the money they raised for local children to make their holidays brighter," said County Administrator Heidi Petito. "As of Monday, there were 80 kids, ages 5 to 15, who are deserving of a special Christmas." Each child is allotted $150 to spend.…
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Flagler County recognizes its employees who served for Veterans Day – government offices closed Friday November 11

Flagler County recognizes its employees who served for Veterans Day – government offices closed Friday November 11

November 4, 2022 – Flagler County officials have been honoring the veterans within the organization with a weeklong social media tribute through Veterans Day, Thursday, in gratitude for their service to the United States, and continued dedication to the county. "I am truly honored to work with so many veterans who have served our country with distinction, and who continue to serve our community in other capacities," said County Administrator Heidi Petito. "There's no one more deserving of our gratitude and respect than those who have served, or who continue to serve in the military, so that we can continue to…
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Flagler County Fire Rescue staffed with ‘Hometown Heroes’

Flagler County Fire Rescue staffed with ‘Hometown Heroes’

November 3, 2022 – Three of Flagler County Fire Rescue's own were honored recently by the Daytona Beach News-Journal as "Hometown Heroes" at its fourth annual gala. Recognition was given to Firefighter-Paramedic Andy Thomas, Lt. Andrew Hardesty, and Lt. Jon Moscowitz – who was additionally named Hometown Hero of the Year. The event that was held on October 28 honored 30 outstanding first responders from Volusia and Flagler counties. "Day in and day out, I am so proud of my team," said Fire Chief Mike Tucker, who was as surprised by the recognition of his staff as they were themselves. "I…
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