Washington County Attorney’s Office—2018 Annual Report 5 Administrative Division Public Relations and Media A primary focus of the administrative division is serving the information needs of the public. Cathy Rochel serves as the coordinator between the County Attorney and the media, other governmental agencies and the public. She coordinates the office responses to a multitude of requests: press conferences, media requests for statements and interviews with the County Attorney, community events and published materials. While information regarding pending cases must be safeguarded in order to ensure effective prosecution, this need must be balanced with the public’s right to know. Customer Service In 2018 the office of the County Attorney’s main line received over 11,000 phone calls. The processing and fielding each of these calls can range from case status inquiries to attorney and victim advocate assignments, directions or other general inquiries. Planning and Development The administrative division prepares the long and short range strategic planning for the office, including participation in the county-wide strategic plan. The administrative division coordinates purchasing and inventory tracking to ensure fiscal responsibility and maintain the yearly budget of the office. The division also pursues state and federal partnerships and funding in an effort to minimize requests for additional local funding. Office Support II Jean Hehn Executive Assistant Cathy Rochel In 2018 over 7,000 people attended over 110 presentations sponsored by County Attorney’s office staff.