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Osceola proclaims Correctional Officers and Employees Week; sheriff’s corrections staff recognized
Summary
The board adopted a proclamation honoring correctional officers and employees for the week of May 4–10, 2025; Chief Almonte and corrections staff were present and received recognition.
On May 5 the Osceola Board of County Commissioners adopted a proclamation recognizing the week of May 4–10, 2025, as National Correctional Officers and Employees Week.
The proclamation text recited the history of the observance and recognized the role correctional personnel play in the criminal justice system, including their responsibilities for safety and dignity of those in custody. Chief Almonte addressed the board and thanked commissioners, county staff and the corrections workforce. “This is not about me. This is about them,” Chief Almonte said, describing the sacrifices and long hours correctional staff work and noting the mental-health and substance-use challenges some detainees present.
The proclamation was approved by voice vote. The recognition was ceremonial; the transcript records no operational or budgetary directives tied to the proclamation.
