Category: Commissioners

CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. – The Franklin County Commissioners have proclaimed May to be Older Americans Month in Franklin County. In doing so, the commissioners are encouraging residents to celebrate older citizens, to help create a community that welcomes these older Americans, and to encourage older residents to pave their own paths as they age. May 2023…

CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. – The Franklin County Commissioners want to keep motorcyclists safe and have declared May to be Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month in Franklin County. Not only is motorcycle riding a favorite form of transportation, it’s also a popular recreation activity. Pennsylvania is home to nearly 850,000 licensed motorcyclists. With that many motorcyclists on the…

CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. – The Franklin County Commissioners have proclaimed May 2023 to be Military Appreciation Month and are encouraging residents to honor the commitment and sacrifice made by current, former and fallen members of all branches of the U.S. armed forces. Military Appreciation Month serves as a reminder of the important role U.S. armed forces…

CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. – The Franklin County Commissioners have proclaimed May 2023 to be Mental Health Month in Franklin County. In doing so, the commissioners are urging area residents, businesses and institutions to recommit to increasing awareness and understanding of mental health and the steps citizens can take to protect their mental health. Mental health conditions…

CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. – The Franklin County Commissioners have proclaimed May 7 – May 13, 2023, to be National Correctional Officers and Employees Week in Franklin County in appreciation of the men and women whose diligence and professionalism keep Franklin County communities and citizens safe. Franklin County’s correctional system is designed to protect the public by…

CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. – The Franklin County Commissioners have proclaimed the month of May to be Lyme Disease Awareness Month in Franklin County and are reminding residents to be vigilant in protecting themselves and others from the dangers of Lyme disease. “Lyme disease and other tick-borne diseases are a real threat to the health of our…

Pictured (from left): District Court Administrator Mark Singer, April 2023 Employee of the Month Donna Kulpak, Franklin County Commissioner Chairman Dave Keller and Commissioner Bob Ziobrowski. Commissioner John Flannery attended the presentation virtually.   CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. – The Franklin County Commissioners proudly presented the April 2023 Employee of the Month award to Donna Kulpak during the…

CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. – The Franklin County Commissioners have proclaimed April 23-39, 2023 to be Crime Victims’ Rights Week in Franklin County. In doing so, the commissioners have reaffirmed the county’s commitment to amplifying the voices of survivors and creating an environment where survivors have the confidence that they will be heard, believed and supported.  The…

CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. – The Franklin County Commissioners have declared April 23-29, 2023, to be Franklin County Public Library Week and are urging residents to connect with their local libraries to take advantage of the services and resources these institutions offer in their communities. “Learning is a freedom that should be shared by everyone, and our…

CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. – The Franklin County Commissioners have proclaimed April 10-14, 2023, to be Reentry Week in Franklin County and are encouraging residents to support individuals who are returning to their communities after being released from jail.   Individuals leaving incarceration can face a complex transition as they reenter society, often encountering hurdles regarding employment, housing,…