In partnership with our citizens, the government of New Hanover County is dedicated to promoting orderly growth, while preserving the outstanding quality of life which has made our County a desirable place to live and work.

The government of New Hanover County will provide the necessary services to protect the health, safety, welfare, cultural resources, and environment of citizens and business consistent with the community's values, priorities, and fiscal capacity.

(Adopted by the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners in November, 2001.)