Today in session, the Commissioners proclaimed November as Adoption Recognition and Recruitment Month, honoring the vital role adoptive parents play in providing safe and loving homes for children.
They also commended the Delaware County Department of Job & Family Services for ongoing efforts to recruit, train and license qualified adoptive families. While between 2,800 and 3,300 children in Ohio are currently in out-of-home settings awaiting adoption, only 15 are in the temporary or permanent custody of Delaware County JFS, a reflection of the department’s strong local support network.
The Commissioners also heard from representatives of the Delaware Public Health District and the Ohio State Highway Patrol, who spoke about the upcoming World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims. This global observance honors the lives lost in traffic crashes and raises awareness about road safety.
Locally, the SAFE Delaware County Coalition will mark the occasion with a ceremony on Friday at noon. During the event, a wreath will be displayed at the OSHP Delaware Post to honor each of the county’s traffic fatalities this year.
Many county offices will be closed on Tuesday, November 11, in observance of Veterans Day. We will resume normal business hours and operations on Wednesday.
Delaware County Transit is offering four free FLEX rides (two round trips) per week for SNAP-eligible passengers to locations that provide food. If you have questions, please contact DCT at (740) 363-3355.
Delaware County will again participate in Operation Green Light for Veterans by displaying green lights outside the Historic Courthouse from Nov 4-11. Today in session, the Commissioners were joined by representatives from the Knights of Columbus who are encouraging residents and business owners to shine a light on the sacrifices of our service members by display green lights on homes and businesses throughout the county.
