The Board of County Commissioners
The purpose of Okaloosa County government is to be
responsive to citizens in providing an appropriate level of accessible
services on a cost effective basis.
Critical County values
include the following: continual improvement of infrastructure;
health, safety, and well-being of the citizens; preservation of natural
resources; responsible economic development; leadership; and
stewardship.Learn more about how our county government works:
Public Safety
- Corrections
- Inspections
- Emergency Management
- Emergency Medical Services
- Sheriff
Essential Services
- Constitutional Offices (excludes Sheriff)
- Growth Management
- Information Systems
- Water and Sewer
- Airports
- Solid Waste
- Public Health Unit
- O.C.T. /WAVE Bus
- Roads and Bridges
- Court-Related
- Extension Services
Quality of Life
- Museums & Libraries
- Parks
- Tourist Development
- Conference Center
- Veterans Services
The Commission consists of five members elected at large to serve staggered terms of four years. One commissioner residing in each district is elected as provided by law.
The County Manager is hired by the Commission to execute policies established by the Commission and administers all departments responsible to the Commission.
With special thanks to
Kathy Newby
Public Information Officer
1804 Lewis Turner Blvd., Suite 400
Ft. Walton Beach, FL 32547
Baker Block Museum Educational Services. 2008. Intersection of Highway 189
and State Route 4 in Baker, FL. (850)537-5714