County planning: Strategic workshop scheduled for next week

OKALOOSA ISLAND — Okaloosa County Commission Chairman Nathan Boyles has scheduled a Jan. 27 workshop with fellow commissioners and departments to discuss strategic planning for 2015.

“This workshop (set for 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Emerald Coast Convention Center) will give the commission and county staff the opportunity to select concrete, achievable goals for Okaloosa County government based upon priorities developed through constituent input," Boyles said.

In addition, county commissioners and tourism leaders will attend the Jan. 21 Tourism Summit luncheon at the Emerald Coast Convention Center, along with a Jan. 28 “Topping Out” Ceremony for the Okaloosa County Administration Building. The 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. ceremony, hosted by contractor Lord & Sons at 1250 Eglin Parkway, includes a tour and lunch.

More than one commissioner will attend these events, according to a county spokesperson. 

This article originally appeared on Crestview News Bulletin: County planning: Strategic workshop scheduled for next week