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Weld County proclaims May 9 National Child Care Provider Appreciation Day; providers, officials note capacity gaps
Summary
The Weld County Board of Commissioners read and signed a proclamation recognizing May 9, 2025, as National Child Care Provider Appreciation Day and heard local providers and county officials describe capacity shortfalls, recent provider growth and the economic role of child care.
The Weld County Board of Commissioners on May 7 read and signed a proclamation declaring May 9, 2025, National Child Care Provider Appreciation Day in Weld County and recognized local child care professionals for their role in supporting families and the economy.
The proclamation, read by Lisa Sauter of the Early Childhood Council of Weld County at United Way of Weld County, said child care “supports children’s growth, development and educational advancement” and called on citizens to recognize providers’ “important work and valuable contribution.” Sauter told the board that as of May 1 the county counted 298 licensed child care providers, a 13% increase since 2020 and 3% more than the previous…
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