Message from the County Manager

On behalf of the Clay County Board of County Commissioners, I am proud to present Clay County’s first strategic plan for 2024-2028. This plan provides a blueprint to direct the Clay County government’s daily efforts to continue to improve the quality of life and opportunities for residents and augment the components that make Clay County so special.

This first-of-its-kind future outlook will provide staff with measurable goals that fall into alignment to fulfill five themes defined as priorities by our community, county leaders, and our staff. Within those themes are tangible targets and bold goals to be accomplished within the next five years. Overall, the strategic plan will preserve values, optimize resources, accommodate growth, and expand opportunities for our residents.

Each year, we will provide a detailed report on the status of our efforts as outlined in the plan. Ultimately, these reports will allow us to adjust expectations as we continue the process for years to come and align the County’s vision and priorities to adhere to this roadmap to the future of Clay County.

This truly has been a countywide effort. From residents who call Clay County home, to staff who handle day-to-day operations, to the County’s leaders to provide governance, every stakeholder had a chance to provide input to create this blueprint to map Clay County’s future, and that's a unique aspect that truly makes this strategic plan wholly, Clay County.

We take great pride in our community values, traditions, and history. This plan will allow us to preserve those values, build upon what we’ve established, and continue to be strategically proactive as we look to the future to be “The Best” County in the State of Florida!

Howard Wanamaker

Clay County County Manager