At the start of the Dec. 2 meeting commissioners read two proclamations and invited guests to the podium. The board recognized the Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC) of Greater Cincinnati for long‑term work on equitable development and neighborhood investments — the proclamation cited more than $275 million in investments and a $9 million home‑repair initiative — and proclaimed Dec. 3, 2025 as LISC Greater Cincinnati Day in Hamilton County.

The board also presented a proclamation honoring Michael Patton for 32 years of county service and his tenure as director of Job & Family Services, proclaiming Dec. 2, 2025 as Michael Patton Day in Hamilton County. Patton and colleagues accepted the recognition; Patton thanked the board and delivered brief remarks about his career and pride in the department’s work.

Speakers at the recognitions included Kristen Baker (identified as executive director of LISC Greater Cincinnati), Valerie Daley and Julie Maguire from LISC, and Michael Patton with tributes from multiple commissioners.