WHEREAS, National Correctional Officers Week was first proclaimed on May 6, 1984 by President Ronald Reagan when he signed proclamation 5187, recognizing Corrections employees who work in jails, prisons and community corrections across our great nation for their professionalism, hard work and dedication to serve and protect the public and the community; and

WHEREAS, there are 240 employees assigned to the Corrections Division at the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office who work closely with health care providers to meet the diverse needs of those in their care awaiting trial and/or court proceedings; and

WHEREAS, few understand the challenges that our Correctional professionals face on a daily basis as they are entrusted with not only the responsibility to maintain the safety and security of the detention center, but are also expected to improve and rehabilitate individuals and provide physical and mental health, education, job training and assistance with reentry into society when released; and

WHEREAS, Correctional Officers and Employees Week offers an opportunity to acknowledge and honor our Corrections Professionals for the contributions they make every day and for the sacrifices they make to serve the citizens of St. Johns County; and

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED, by the Board of County Commissioners of St Johns County, Florida that May 6-12, 2025 be recognized as

CORRECTIONAL OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES WEEK

PASSED AND ADOPTED by the Board of County Commissioners of St. Johns County, Florida this 6th day of May 2025.