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How well do you really know Washington County?
LEAD will challenge you to look beyond your everyday world.
You'll explore the people, organizations, industries and resources that make our community work.
You'll hear different perspectives.
Ask better questions.
Build stronger relationships.
And leave with a deeper understanding of where we've been, where we are and where we're going.
Come see Washington County differently.
How well do you really know Washington County?
LEAD will challenge you to look beyond your everyday world.
You'll explore the people, organizations, industries and resources that make our community work.
You'll hear different perspectives.
Ask better questions.
Build stronger relationships.
And leave with a deeper understanding of where we've been, where we are and where we're going.
Come see Washington County differently.Class members accepted into the program are expected to fully participate in all program days plus the day of Orientation, subject to the make-up policy.
The sessions run from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., dates and session topics are subject to change.
Orientation - October 14, 2026, - Washington County Chamber of Commerce Conference Room
Courts, Government, Public Safety & Education –
- Monday, November 9, 2026 @ 5:00 pm (Washington County School Board Meeting)
- Tuesday, November 10, 2026 @ 5:00 pm (City of Chipley Council Meeting)
- Alternative City Council Meetings – City of Vernon or Town of Caryville & Wausau
- Tuesday, November 17, 2026 @ 9:00 am – Washington Co. BOCC
Health Care & Human Services - December 2, 2026
Cultural and Community – January 6, 2027
Business & Industry - February 25, 2027 - FPL Economic Symposium Sandestin, FL (8a.m. – 5 p.m.)
