Office of Public Affairs

Office of Public Affairs

The Office of Public Affairs (OPA) serves as the Agency's designated communications strategist and public face, providing direct access to information about the Agency's operations and activities, including the Director's strategic priorities and policies, key initiatives, and legal mandates.  OPA delivers strategic guidance to the Agency Executive Team (AET) on all media relations, crisis communications, and public records inquiries.

What We Do

Agency Communications

• Agency Communications Plan
• The E-Pub and The Buzz newsletters
• Public Records Act (PRA) requests

 

Community Engagement

• Community Events/Speaking Engagements
• Media Relations
• Volunteer Opportunities

 

Strategic Initiatives

• Agency Collab Lab
• Agency Brand Management
• Vision 2036 Champions

 

Social Impact

• Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management Program
• Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program
• Together We Give