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Veteran service officer reports rising caseload as county honors longtime clerk employee
Summary
Veteran service officer Josh Smith reported serving 486 veterans this year and outreach to local schools; the commission also recognized Debbie Piers for 34 years of service in the clerk's office.
Josh Smith, the county's veteran service officer, updated the commission on office activity and outreach. Smith said the office had served 486 veterans year‑to‑date and was close to an annual goal of 500; he highlighted increased referrals from outside the county as neighboring offices become busier. Smith described regular services including Medicaid and VA trip runs and engagement with schools for enlistment outreach.
Commissioners and staff praised Smith as a local resource and publicized office hours and contact information for veterans needing assistance with benefits.
Separately, commissioners recognized Debbie Piers for 34 years of service in the county clerk's office. Cindy Doolittle submitted written remarks honoring Piers's service; Piers spoke briefly about her career, including starting in the county clerk's office on 09/09/1991, and thanked colleagues and the community.
Both the veteran services update and the retirement recognition were delivered as informational items and ceremonial recognition; no formal action beyond thanks and recognition was recorded.
