FY 26 Approved Operating Budget

Harford County Department of Public Works Stormwater Management FY 2026 Performance Measure Report

Fiscal Responsibility - As a cornerstone of our county’s success, we will govern within our means to support our communities and expand economic opportunity. Reliable Infrastructure - Develop and deliver resilient, high-quality public services through projects and infrastructure that provide long-term economic, social, and environmental benefits. Vision: Harford County Government serves with the highest level of professionalism, collaboration, and innovation in public service. Mission: To govern with exceptional integrity, competence, transparency, and fiscal responsibility, to improve the quality of life for all Harford citizens. Alignment to Countywide Strategic Goals Effective Governance - Ensure Harford County Government functions efficiently, ethically, and for the benefit of its citizens. Emergency Response & Public Safety - Maintain public safety by funding and fostering collaboration among various agencies and stakeholders in emergency response and improve readiness and response through training, planning, and resource allocation. Education & Community Support - Aim to provide high-quality learning and experiences that foster the intellectual, social, physical, and emotional development of the community. Economic Prosperity - Enhance economic prosperity and security for individuals in Harford County.

Performance Measures

Actual FY 24 Actual FY 25 To-Date

Estimate FY 26

Change

1 - Number of Assigned Stormwater Inspectors

2.50

2.00

2.00

2 - Number of SWM/BMP Inspections by Due Date

1,300

1,579

1,600

3 - Number of Inspections per assigned Inspector

520

790

800

Performance Measure 1: Number of Assigned Inspectors ABOUT THIS MEASURE:

This tracks how many inspectors are assigned to perform triennial SW inspections

WHAT IS BEING DONE AND WHY IT IS IMPORTANT TO TRACK:

Complete triennial SWM Facility /BMP inspections by the due date for at least 400 inspections/assigned FT inspector.

FACTORS CONTRIBUTING TO CURRENT PERFORMANCE: Retirement of Lead Inspector and budget for consultant inspectors.

Performance Measure 2: Number of SWM/BMP Inspections by Due Date ABOUT THIS MEASURE: This tracks the number of SW inspections performed over the past Fiscal Year

WHAT IS BEING DONE AND WHY IT IS IMPORTANT TO TRACK:

SW facilities are being inspected per State guidelines and Harford County Code Section 214. Must be tracked to ensure MS 4

FACTORS CONTRIBUTING TO CURRENT PERFORMANCE:

Weather, BMP complexity and age.

Performance Measure 3: Number of Inspections/Assigned Inspectors

88