Local recovery group leader urges partnership with Fulton County

Jul 14, 2026

Collin McCloskey, founder of Bridges not Barriers Foundation, introduced his organization's recovery and reentry support work and asked the commissioners to explore collaboration; commissioners recommended he meet with Human Services Executive Development Director Julie Dovey.

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Collin McCloskey, founder and president of Bridges not Barriers Foundation, addressed the Fulton County Board of Commissioners during the public comment period to introduce his organization and its services. McCloskey said he currently facilitates a free weekly peer support group in McConnellsburg and asked the county to consider partnerships to provide "recovery support, reentry assistance, mental health advocacy, resource navigation and community partnerships."

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