HomeMy WebLinkAboutAgenda 04-07-2026; 4-a - County Government Month Proclamation 1
ORANGE COUNTY
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
ACTION AGENDA ITEM ABSTRACT
Meeting Date: April 7, 2026
Action Agenda
Item No. 4-a
SUBJECT: County Government Month Proclamation
DEPARTMENT: Community Relations
ATTACHMENT(S): INFORMATION CONTACT:
Proclamation Wil Glenn, 245-2302
PURPOSE: To approve a proclamation designating April 2026 as County Government Month in
Orange County.
BACKGROUND: The National Association of Counties (NACo) celebrates National County
Government Month each April to educate the public about county government. A proclamation to
acknowledge April 2026 as County Government Month is attached.
This year's national theme is "Brilliant Ideas at Work." The theme encourages counties, parishes
and boroughs to feature their most innovative and successful programs — those truly making a
difference in residents' lives.
To celebrate County Government Month, the Community Relations Department will coordinate a
social media campaign showcasing County employees and the important work they do. Staff will
also spotlight some of the County's most successful and innovative programs.
FINANCIAL IMPACT: There is no financial impact associated with consideration of the
proclamation.
ALIGNMENT WITH STRATEGIC PLAN: This item supports all the Goals of the Strategic Plan.
RECOMMENDATION(S): The Manager recommends that the Board approve and authorize the
Chair to sign the proclamation.
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ORANGE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
PROCLAMATION
COUNTY GOVERNMENT MONTH - APRIL 2026
WHEREAS, the nation's 3,069 counties serving more than 330 million Americans provide
essential services to create healthy, safe and vibrant communities; and
WHEREAS, counties fulfill a vast range of responsibilities and deliver services that touch
nearly every aspect of our residents' lives; and
WHEREAS, counties as intergovernmental partners enact local, state and federal
programs to address the needs of all residents; and
WHEREAS, Orange County and all counties take pride in our responsibility to protect and
enhance the health, well-being and safety of our residents in efficient and cost-effective
ways; and
WHEREAS, the nation is celebrating 250 years of independence this year and counties
have a long and rich history of serving residents; and
WHEREAS, each year since 1991 the National Association of Counties has encouraged
counties across the country to elevate awareness of county responsibilities, programs
and services; and
WHEREAS, the Orange County Board of Commissioners has made tremendous
investments in public education, affordable housing, human services, economic
development and public safety to enhance the quality of life for all county residents;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT we, the Orange County Board of
Commissioners, do hereby proclaim April 2026 as County Government Month and
express our appreciation to the County employees who make our community such a
special place to live, work, play and raise a family.
This the 7th day of April, 2026.
Jean Hamilton, Chair
Orange County Board of Commissioners