VISION: Southampton County is a progressive community exhibiting leadership in agriculture and economic development while promoting excellence in education, traditional values, and exceptional quality of life.

MISSION: To provide the highest level of leadership, education, protection, and services in the most cost effective manner.

VALUES:

• Honesty
  We are a model of integrity in how we conduct the business of the County.
• Knowledge
  We are committed to lifelong learning and encourage creativity.
• Teamwork
  Working together and supporting each other, we will achieve our vision.
• Spiritual
  We believe in caring for one another and treating each other with respect and dignity.
• Community
  We will celebrate our differences and strengthen our common bonds.
• Perseverance
  We will constantly work towards the realization of our vision.