The Cumberland County Government celebrated National County Government Month (NCGM) throughout the month of April, joining counties across the nation in showcasing how county government contributes to healthy, safe and vibrant communities.
The theme for this year’s NCGM is “Forward Together,” inspired by the signature focus of National Association of Counties (NACo) President Mary Jo McGuire. The theme highlights the powerful role of county governments as intergovernmental partners that:
“Cumberland County is proud of the programs and services we provide to our residents,” said Glenn Adams, Chairman of the Cumberland County Board of Commissioners in a press release. “This month we celebrate the ways our government connects, inspires and leads every day – within our community and in collaboration with our state and federal partners. We also celebrate our employees, who we see and value like family.”
The Cumberland County Board of Commissioners adopted a proclamation recognizing April 2024 as National County Government Month. The County celebrated County Government Week from Apr. 22-27. Festivities included a recognition ceremony for County employees who reached significant milestones of 20, 25 and 30 years of employment along with an Employee Appreciation Luncheon. County employees were also encouraged to participate in “spirit week” activities to show what makes them unique while working together to continue serving the County’s residents through their departments. The celebration concluded Saturday night with Cumberland County Employee Appreciation Night with the Fayetteville Woodpeckers where employees and their families came out to enjoy a Woodpeckers game with their coworkers.
Learn more about Cumberland County Government and the vital services the county provides to improve the quality of life for residents at cumberlandcountync.gov.
NACo has encouraged counties across the country to raise public awareness about county roles and responsibilities during the month of April since 1991. Learn more about the NACo at naco.org.
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