The county has an efficient and transparent government that is highly responsive to the needs and desires of its residents, known for its stewardship of resources and reputation for fiscal responsibility and integrity, and has an overall model of progressiveness and innovation.

The county has high levels of citizen/public engagement in neighborhood and community service, as well as in making the county a better place to live.

The county has responsive, accountable, and effective police and fire/EMS services.

The county has an abundance of youth and young adults highly involved in politics, volunteerism, public service, and community projects.

A large and thriving nonprofit sector that supplements government services and operates as a third sector partner with business and government.

The county residents have a reputation for volunteerism and community service and utilize a highly organized and effective system that connects them and opportunities; and assist in effectively leveraging the pool of community, business, faith-based, and social organizations to implement a common economic and social vision for the county.

Foundations and government grants available to fund nonprofits that serve.

Most churches are heavily involved in service in schools, with the underprivileged, services for the elderly, and overall community development and betterment.

The Human Services Coalition has pulled together many non-profit human service providers in the County. It continues to need County support and more members.