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Northampton County
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The Planning and Zoning Department administers the County's land use regulations. Department staff perform zoning and development review and serve as the first contact for developers and landowners who are considering new development or changes to existing development. Most importantly, the Planning and Zoning staff work alongside the community's citizens to create the long range goals, plans and strategies that shape the future of Northampton County.
The Finance Department works in conjunction with the County Treasurer's Office to insure the financial integrity of the County government's operations. Its responsibilities include financial reporting, budget preparation and monitoring, debt management and financial accounting. The department performs activities such as payroll and accounts payable and reports monthly to the Board of Supervisors on the County's financial position and budget performance. The department is also responsible for maintaining fixed asset records, grant reporting and preparation of the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR).
The Code Compliance department’s goal is to provide for the safety, health and welfare of the citizens of Northampton County through effective enforcement of Northampton County ordinances.
The Building Department administers the building and construction regulations and associated laws of the Commonwealth and County, in a courteous, responsive, and professional manner, contributing to the safety, well being and general interest of citizens.
The Northampton County Parks & Recreation Department provides facilities and programs to serve the leisure, social, cultural and recreational needs of the community. Programs are provided at schools, athletic fields, parks and other facilities located throughout the County. Information is gathered from the community to determine the need for services.
Approved as a new department for FY04, the Information Technology (IT) Department provides computer support services to County Departments and Constitutional Offices. IT provides assistance with the development, operation and maintenance of computer systems in order to increase staff productivity and efficiency through improved information systems and services.
The Northampton County Department of Social Services' mission is to provide benefits and services to the citizens of Northampton based on programs established by local, state and federal laws and policy. The department's focus is to prevent dependency and encourage self-sufficiency; preserve and restore family stability as well as promote and protect the well-being of adult protective services, foster care, employment services, food stamps, temporary assistance to needy families, Medicaid and day care.
The Public Works Department provides the maintenance and repairs of all County owned property, equipment and facilities other than vehicles, and property owned by the school system. This department provides: basic maintenance, repairs and installation of building related mechanical equipment, electrical systems, plumbing, sanitation, and furnishings; maintenance of interiors and exteriors of buildings, parking lots, boat ramps, no-wake signs, fences and similar structures; support of the emergency services department during hurricanes, winter storms and similar events; support of the landfill during staffing shortages.
The Northampton County Sanitary Land Fill is dedicated to providing residents with a clean, safe environment with its, soon to be open, new system of staffed solid waste and recycling facilities. Added advantages to this new system include: Recycling Services, Sites with Easy Access to US Route 13, Acceptance of Bulk Items, Enhanced Security, Cleaner, Healthier Sites, Environmental Safety, and they are Open Daily.
The Northampton County Department of EMS prides itself as being a combination career and volunteer department. While our Volunteer Division is new, it is growing and is a primary focus of our current recruitment efforts.