Strategic planning is a key process Pitt County uses to set priorities, focus resources, and guide decision-making for the future. It helps ensure that County departments, employees, and community partners are aligned around shared goals, working toward a common vision, and prepared to adapt to changing needs.

This process allows us to define what Pitt County stands for, who we serve, what services we provide, and why we do it, all with a focus on long-term impact. Through thoughtful planning, we identify clear actions, track our progress, and measure our success to ensure we are meeting the needs of our residents now and in the future.

A strategic plan is Pitt County’s roadmap for the future. It keeps our teams, departments, and community partners aligned and moving in the same direction. The plan acts as a blueprint to support the long-term sustainability of the County, including our services, operations, infrastructure, and local government as a whole.

By identifying our top priorities and aligning our budget and resources accordingly, strategic planning helps us operate more efficiently and effectively. Without a clear plan, it’s harder to stay focused and make meaningful progress on the issues that matter most to our residents, businesses, and community.

Pitt County is committed to broad community engagement throughout the strategic planning process. Residents, businesses, nonprofit and community-based organizations, elected officials, advisory boards, and County staff will all play a role.

Everyone in Pitt County will have the opportunity to get involved and share input at key points in the project, helping to shape a plan that reflects the needs, values, and priorities of our entire community.

There are several ways for people across Pitt County to participate in the strategic planning process. Elected officials, County leadership and staff, advisory boards, and community stakeholder groups will be invited to join individual and group interviews.

Residents can get involved by sharing ideas and feedback through Pitt County’s online engagement platform, designed specifically to support this planning effort. This interactive site — accessible from the County’s website — makes it easy to post comments, respond to questions, and follow the progress of the plan.