Veteran services director asks for modest increases for equipment, training amid rising caseloads
May 21, 2026
May 21, 2026
Joseph McDermott, the county's veteran services director, asked the Board to add small amounts to next year's budget for copier lease, computer replacements and staff training, saying his office is seeing steady growth in new clients and certification backlogs at the VA.
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Joseph McDermott, who identified himself as the director of veteran services and asked to be called "Mac," told the Board the department is asking for modest additions to next year's budget to cover routine equipment and training costs.
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