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Commissioners approve immediate proclamation recognizing local NAMI chapter and volunteers
Summary
Cumberland County commissioners unanimously approved a proclamation honoring the local National Alliance on Mental Illness chapter and its volunteers and delegated presentation to Vice Chairwoman Jones at a community event.
The Cumberland County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a proclamation Dec. 10 recognizing the local National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) affiliate and its volunteers.
Vice Chairwoman Jones asked the board to approve an immediate proclamation because the local NAMI affiliate was holding its annual "Heroes for Mental Health" event that evening and she wanted to present the proclamation there. Jones described NAMI as "one of the number one nonprofits that provides services for families and individuals with mental illnesses" and noted local affiliates provide free trainings and community support.
Why it matters: The proclamation recognizes volunteer work and local partnership with NAMI; the vice chairwoman said the endorsement would be presented that night to honor volunteers and partners.
Details: The motion to approve the proclamation effective Dec. 10, 2024 was made and seconded on the record; the board voted unanimously to approve it. Vice Chairwoman Jones indicated she would present the proclamation at the NAMI event that evening.
Ending: The board recorded the unanimous approval; no budgetary actions were associated with the proclamation.
