The 监事会 serves as the governing body of the County and various special districts. The Board consists of five members, each elected for a four-year term from five separate geographical districts of the County. Board members are non-partisan.

Within the authority and limits prescribed by the State Constitution and various State statutes, the 监事会 enacts legislation governing the County and determines policies for operation of the County. The Board meets Tuesdays and takes action on departmental matters and special items presented on the agenda. These Board meetings are open to the public. 另外, the Board sits as the Board of Directors of the County Sanitation Districts and In-首页 Supportive 服务 Public Authority as needed.

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Board member activities outside of these regular sessions include numerous committee meetings, 特殊的会议, and participation in various activities at the local, 区域, 状态, 联邦层面. These include standing committees of the California State Association of Counties (CSAC), the San Joaquin Valley Regional Association of California Counties, and the National Association of Counties (NACO).

County 政府 Vision Statement
"To create and maintain a customer-centered County government designed to garner the confidence, support and trust of the people we serve."

County 政府 Mission Statement
"To enhance the quality of life in Kern County by protecting and serving our citizens."