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Pike County proclaims May 2025 Mental Health Awareness Month; local system coordinator displays youth artwork
Summary
Commissioners adopted Resolution 25-18 proclaiming May 2025 as Mental Health Awareness Month in Pike County; Larissa Kimmel of Carbon Monroe Pike Mental Health and Developmental Services thanked the county and displayed youth artwork. A public commenter raised a civil-rights concern about a pending confirmation listed on the agenda.
Pike County commissioners adopted Resolution 25-18 on May 21, designating May 2025 as Mental Health Awareness Month and urging community organizations to promote access to services for children and families.
Larissa Kimmel, system of care coordinator with Carbon Monroe Pike Mental Health and Developmental Services, accepted the recognition and displayed artwork created by youth as part of local outreach to promote emotional expression and access to services. "Young people really are passionate about their own health and want to be part of solutions as well," Kimmel said.
During public comment, Kevin Olsen identified himself and asked to speak about confirmation language on the agenda he said related to mental health and civil‑rights issues. Olsen offered to make a fuller comment later in the meeting while commissioners continued with business; no formal action on the subject was recorded during the meeting.
The resolution text in the record emphasizes outreach, family involvement in assessments and recognition of organizations that promote acceptance of children with behavioral‑health challenges. The commissioners adopted the resolution by voice vote.
