Proclamation recognizing the first full week of May as National Correctional Officers and Employees Week PROCLAIMING THE FIRST FULL WEEK OF MAY AS
NATIONAL CORRECTIONAL OFFICERS
AND EMPLOYEES WEEK
LEWIS COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
WHEREAS,the Lewis County Sheriff's Office is committed to public safety through professional
service; and
WHEREAS, an essential part of this concept is operating a professional, safe and secure jail; and
WHEREAS, Corrections Officers are unseen—and often underappreciated—dedicated
professionals who chose a career as community servants who manage a diverse group of
individuals, some of whom are violent, mentally ill and dangerous; and
WHEREAS, Corrections Officers are integral to ensuring Lewis County residents are protected from
individuals the criminal justice system has determined are not safe to be at large in our
communities; and
WHEREAS, in 1984, President Ronald Reagan designated the first full week of May as National
Correctional Officers Week; and
WHEREAS, the Lewis County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC)wishes to acknowledge the
efforts of Corrections Officers and staff, who put themselves in harm's way to protect the public.
Those working in Corrections not only keep our communities safe, but at the same time work to
help offenders change their behavior—and perspectives—to become better humans.
NOW,THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the BOCC hereby proclaims the first full week of May
2021 to be National Correctional Officers and Employees Week in Lewis County.
Done in open session this 4th day of May 2021.
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BOCC AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY
BOCC Meeting Date: May 4, 2021
Suggested Wording for Agenda Item: Agenda Type: Proclamation
Proclamation recognizing the first full week of May as National Correctional Officers and Employees
Week -- see attached
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Department: BOCC - Board of County Commissioners
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Proclamation recognizing the first full week of May as National Correctional Officers and Employees
Week
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