Category: Commissioners

  • Commissioners Salute Franklin County Correctional Officers, Jail Employees

    Commissioners Salute Franklin County Correctional Officers, Jail Employees

    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…

  • Commissioners Encourage Precautions During Lyme Disease Awareness Month

    Commissioners Encourage Precautions During Lyme Disease Awareness Month

    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…

  • Kulpak Named Franklin County’s April Employee Of The Month

    Kulpak Named Franklin County’s April Employee Of The Month

    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…

  • Franklin County Shows Support For Crime Victims’ Rights

    Franklin County Shows Support For Crime Victims’ Rights

    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…

  • Commissioners Recognize Public Library Week

    Commissioners Recognize Public Library Week

    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…

  • Franklin County Recognizes Reentry Week

    Franklin County Recognizes Reentry Week

    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,…

  • April Is Safe Digging Month In Franklin County

    CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. – The Franklin County Commissioners are highlighting the importance of safe digging practices during construction projects by recognizing April 2023 as Pennsylvania 811 Safe Digging Month in Franklin County.   Safe Digging Month is promoted annually by Pennsylvania 811, a utility notification information center, in an effort to encourage homeowners, businesses and contractors…

  • Franklin County Honors Public Safety Telecommunicators

    Franklin County Honors Public Safety Telecommunicators

    CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. – The Franklin County Commissioners have proclaimed April 9-15, 2023, to be National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week in Franklin County. In doing so, they are highlighting the role these individuals play as a critical link between citizens and emergency services. When emergencies occur, public safety telecommunicators are the first and most critical contact…

  • Franklin County Highlights Significance Of Early Childhood Education

    Franklin County Highlights Significance Of Early Childhood Education

    CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. – The Franklin County Commissioners have proclaimed April 2023 to be Month of the Young Child. In doing so, the commissioners join First Start Partnerships for Children and Families, Inc. and other area organizations in drawing attention to the essential role early educators play in the healthy development of America’s youth. The first…

  • Commissioners Emphasize Importance Of Child Abuse Prevention In Franklin County

    Commissioners Emphasize Importance Of Child Abuse Prevention In Franklin County

    CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. – The Franklin County Commissioners have proclaimed April 2023 to be Child Abuse Prevention Month and are encouraging all residents, community leaders and stakeholders to do their part to stop the mistreatment of children and to provide families with the necessary support to be successful. According to national data from the Department of…