Major Goals

Philosophy

The Madison Department of Public Health believes that providing quality public health services to the community incorporates:

• Leadership in the application of current public health standards and knowledge;
• An interdisciplinary approach;
• Recognition of the value of all employees and disciplines;
• Consistent use of the principles of data-based decision making;
• Timely responsiveness to the needs and priorities identified with community involvement; and
• An open system of communication and collaboration within the agency and throughout the community.

Goals

• Protect the health of the community
• Promote the health of individuals and families
• Provide a system for community assessment and administrative support