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Department of Health in Manatee County was established in 1921 with three (3)
staff members. The current health department has approximately two hundred (200)
positions and is located at 410 6th Avenue East, Bradenton, Florida. The total
operational budget is approximately 9.4 million dollars. Revenues supporting our
health department come primarily from the State of Florida, Manatee County Board
of County Commissioners, federal and state grants, and client/patient fees.
The overall mission of Florida Department of Health in Manatee County is to promote, protect and improve the health of all people in Florida. A strong commitment is made to deliver quality services, produce positive results, and achieve client satisfaction.
Mission:
To protect and promote the health of all residents and visitors in Manatee County through organized state and community efforts,
including cooperative agreements with the county.
Vision:
A healthier future for the people of Florida
Values:
Excellence:
We achieve and maintain quality results and outcomes through continuous
performance improvement and learning.
Commitment to Service: We dedicate ourselves to provide services
unconditionally and without partiality.
Accountability: We take full responsibility for our behavior and
performance.
Empowerment: We create a culture that encourages people to exercise their
judgment and initiative in pursuit of organizational goals.
Integrity: Our guide for actions--which incorporates our commitment to
honesty, fairness, loyalty and trustworthiness--is in the best interests of our
customers and employees.
Respect: We recognize and honor the contributions of one another in our
daily activities and create an environment where diversity is appreciated and
encouraged.
Teamwork: We encourage active collaboration to solve problems, make
decisions, and achieve common goals.
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Florida Department of Health in Manatee County
410 6th Avenue East
Bradenton, FL 34208
(941) 748-0747