§ 207. Powers and duties.

The board shall have the power and duty to originate, terminate and regulate legislative and policy matters, including but not limited to:

1.

Adopting or enacting, in accordance with the procedures provided by general law, ordinances and resolutions it deems necessary and proper for the good governance of the county;

2.

Approving the annual operating and capital budgets and any long term capital or financial program;

3.

Considering conducting continuing studies in the operation of county programs and services and take action on programs for improvement of the county and the welfare of its residents;

4.

Adopting, and amending as necessary, a county administrative code to govern the operation of the county;

5.

Adopting, pursuant to the provisions of this Charter, such ordinances of countywide force and effect as are necessary for the health, safety and welfare of the residents.

The commissioners shall only devote such time as is necessary to perform the legislative responsibilities of their office.

(Amended November 1988; November 2004)