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County leaders promote microchip event, YouthWorks, local foods conference and America250 activities
Summary
At the Jan. 20 meeting county officials announced a free microchip-and-license event for dogs on Jan. 21, urged enrollment in the YouthWorks program, invited residents to a Feb. 24 Local Foods Conference and outlined America250 monthly themes for 2026.
County Administrator Michael Colbert announced a partnership with the Animal Resource Center, the Humane Society of Greater Dayton and the Kettering Police Department to offer a microchip and dog-license event Jan. 21 from 1 to 5 p.m. at the Humane Society of Greater Dayton; county residents may receive a free microchip when purchasing a dog license and no appointment is required. "Microchipping is a proven way to help reunite lost pets with their families, and licensing ensures pets are properly identified and protected," the minutes record Colbert as saying.
Commissioner Mary A. McDonald encouraged young adults age 14–24 who live in Montgomery County and are not currently enrolled in college to enroll in the County YouthWorks program, which offers coaching, paid work experience and training. Commissioner Judy Dodge invited residents to the inaugural Montgomery County Local Foods Conference on Feb. 24, 2026, at the Calumet Center and noted registration is open through Feb. 13. Commissioner Carolyn Rice reflected on the 250th anniversary of America and said the county will spotlight people, places and events throughout 2026; residents are directed to mcohio.org/america250 for more information.
These announcements were delivered during the commissioners’ comments portion of the agenda and serve as public information for county programs and events.
