BUDGET DETAIL Section 3 - Forsyth County Government

Budget SummaryCoronerCORONER 100.2600Department Description and MissionThe mission of Forsyth County's Coroner's Office is to maintain the highest standard of professionalism and integrity indetermining the cause and manner of death while maintaining respect for the grieving families in their time of need. We want thepeople of the county to know, by our words and actions, we are sincere and loyal to them and we give highest regard to each andevery death.Our top priority is to determine an unbiased cause and manner of death and/or the possibility of criminal involvement. This isaccomplished through careful examination and the gathering of evidence at the scene of death. When needed, our departmentprovides testimony in criminal matters for the Forsyth County District Attorney or Public Defender. The Coroner and deputyCoroners also speak to community school groups about the hazards of drinking and other irresponsible behavior that could resultin serious injury or death. Beyond the service and care we provide for families and individuals affected by death, we also play anactive part in the communities we serve. Our department participates in the Georgia Child Fatality Death review committees.These reviews are conducted by multi-department teams that routinely and systematically examine the circumstancessurrounding deaths in a given geographical area and age group. We worth with these committees to make recommendations forchange that may reduce the risk of unexpected or unnatural death.2013 ADOPTED BUDGETEXPENDITURES23% 0% 7%0%2011 20122013ACTUAL ADOPTEDADOPTEDBUDGETBUDGETEXPENDITURESSalaries and Benefits 80,260 103,100 103,700Operating Expenditures 27,578 39,20034,000Internal Service Charges 40,100 34,90010,900TOTAL $ 147,938$ 177,200 $ 148,60070%Salaries and BenefitsCapital ExpendituresOther Charges and UsesOperating ExpendituresInternal Service Charges200FORSYTHCOUNTY Annual Operating and Capital BudgetFiscal Year 2013