TO: BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
FROM: Sheriff-Coroner
MEETING DATE: May 7, 2024
DEPARTMENT CONTACT:
Matthew Kendall
PHONE:
707-463-4085
DEPARTMENT CONTACT:
Megan Miltimore
PHONE:
707-468-3451
ITEM TYPE: Consent Agenda
TIME ALLOCATED FOR ITEM: N/A
AGENDA TITLE:
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Adoption of Proclamation Recognizing May 5-11, 2024, as National Correctional Officers Week in Mendocino County
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RECOMMENDED ACTION/MOTION:
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Adopt proclamation recognizing May 5-11, 2024, as National Correctional Officers Week in Mendocino County; and authorize Chair to sign same.
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PREVIOUS BOARD/BOARD COMMITTEE ACTIONS:
The 2023 proclamation for National Correctional Officers Week was adopted by the Board on May 9, 2023.
SUMMARY OF REQUEST:
National Correctional Officers Week is observed during the first full week in May of each year to recognize the hard work, dedication, and contributions of correctional officers who work in jails, prisons, and community corrections across the country.
Correctional officers face dangerous situations every day in their work life which creates a heightened state of vigilance to protect themselves and others. As part of the final step in the justice system, correctional officers are tasked with carrying out and enforcing orders of the court. Officers adhere to strict security protocols and procedures of which are often changed or updated. Training to keep up with the latest rules is an ongoing part of the job. Correctional officers work out of sight from the general public and, therefore, their service is often forgotten. However, they are a critical force in the array of public safety services to the community. They play a vital role in maintaining the safety and security of our communities and demonstrate courage, professionalism and unwavering commitment in their daily duties to ensure the welfare of incarcerated individuals, staff and the general public.
Please join us in recognizing and honoring the contribution...
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