Hood River County Organizational Assessment and Fiscal Sustainability Analysis 2026-2037
This Organizational Assessment and Fiscal Sustainability Analysis for Hood River County identifies a critical structural imbalance between available resources and the escalating costs of delivering essential services. The document provides a long-range financial forecast, a comprehensive organizational assessment, and a detailed fiscal sustainability plan. Key strategic priorities include increasing and diversifying revenue, improving cost recovery and financial practices, enhancing operational efficiency, and evaluating service adjustments. The overarching goal is to stabilize the County's finances, modernize operations, and maintain essential services to ensure long-term fiscal health and community well-being.