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Mission, Vision, and Values
Mission: To serve and enrich the Hood River County community by providing access to the power of information and imagination. Vision: A community of lifelong learners where everyone reads, a community where everyone accesses information and current technology, a community of informed people who will compete, succeed, and prosper, and a community of people who participate effectively in the civic life of their community, state, nation, and world. Value: Access for all, freedom of thought and expression, a professional and productive workforce, good stewardship of resources, fiscal prudence and financial responsibility, innovation in all things, people-oriented service, integrity, compassion, and respect, welcoming public spaces, a fulfilling work environment, diversity, collaboration, civic involvement and social responsibility, excellence in all we do.
District Director, Rachael Fox.
Board Chair, Jean Sheppard.
Hood River County Transportation District provides public transportation in Hood River County under the name of Columbia Area Transit (CAT). About CAT
Director, Patty Fink.
Board Chair, Lara Dunn.
In the Hood River County School District, strong community partnerships and support assures excellent services for students. Each of our county public schools provides a rich and varied curriculum, extra and co-curricular activities, as well as programs for families and community members thanks to the passage of a local option levy and capital bond.
Superintendent, Rich Polkinghorn.
Board Chair, Rich Truax.
MCEDD’s mission is to promote the creation of family-wage jobs, the diversification of the economic base, and the growth, development and retention of business and industry within the five-county district.
Executive Director, Jessica Metta.
Board Chair, Bill Schmitt.
The Mission of the Hood River Valley Parks and Recreation District is to provide recreational opportunities to the citizens of the Park District, with focus on the youth of our community. Facilities and programs will be developed and maintained to provide safe and economical recreational environments for all users.
District Director, Mark Hickok.
Board Chair, Nan Noteboom.
Our goal is to help you be successful in whatever educational program or activity you choose. Both campuses are located in the Columbia River Gorge, a destination for windsurfing, hiking, skiing, fishing, and unique cultural experiences.
Board Chair, Jonathan Fost.
The mission of the Hood River County Sheriff’s Office is to consistently earn the public’s trust by providing the highest quality public safety services with the resources provided to us. HRCSO enhances safety, security, and livability by serving and protecting Hood River County citizens.
Sheriff, Matt English.
A rural fire district is an organization established to provide fire protection to a designated geographic area outside of areas under municipal fire protection. Usually has some taxing authority and officials may be appointed or elected. A rural water district is a local government institution that supplies water to homes and farms in rural areas.
Mission: Protect the health of all Hood River County residents by preventing disease, injury, premature death, and disability; promoting healthy lifestyles, behaviors and environment; and responding to disasters, disease outbreaks and epidemics through organized community efforts.