Person County is a safe, thriving, and diverse community where people come to live, work, learn, play, serve, and grow.

We are welcoming, inclusive, and accessible. We are family-friendly, celebrate our traditions, and foster strong community spirit. We prioritize public safety and personal wellbeing.

As knowledgeable leaders and public servants, we adhere to ethical standards and take ownership of our responsibilities. We serve with respect, kindness, empathy, courage, creativity, humility, and flexibility.

We act with honesty, integrity, and respect. We are accountable to our community. Communication is a priority.

We work to facilitate economic growth, financial security, and personal and professional enrichment (lifelong learning) for individuals and businesses to prosper.

We take responsibility for our natural, historical, economic and human resources. We act resourcefully, promote equity and sustainability, and seek efficiency and innovation.