Administrative & Implementing Orders (AO's / IO's)

Implementing Orders (IOs) establish specific Board of County Commissioners legislation or policies that fall under their authority, including fees departments charge to the public. Implementing Orders are submitted to the Board of County Commissioners for their action to accept, amend, or reject. IOs have been established in 2007 or later following the introduction of the “Strong Mayor” form of government.

Administrative Orders (AOs) establish operating methods and administrative procedures, and/or delineate organizational responsibilities for identified procedures, for County departments under the authority of the Mayor. AOs in effect prior to the creation of IOs in 2007 remain in effect until amended by the Mayor or BCC, as appropriate for the subject matter. View County Procedure 100, AO/IO preparation.