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County News, the official publication of the National Association of Counties, publishes news and ideas from Washington, D.C. and local county governments across the country

County News, the official publication of the National Association of Counties, publishes news and ideas from Washington, D.C. and local county governments across the country

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2021-12-16

Human Services

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‘Man therapy’ addresses elderly depression, suicide

In Ada County, Idaho, the coroner saw too many suicides among older men and sought to give them social outlets to develop stronger bonds.

Justice & Public Safety

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Data sharing can keep ‘familiar faces’ from facing jail’s revolving door

In many communities, vital service systems do not have the means to communicate and share information about their most frequent users, possibly letting their underlying needs go unmet.
Justice & Public Safety

Neal Goodloe, from the Jefferson Area Community Criminal Justice Board, speaks at a lectern. Photo by Sean Tubbs

County News

County aims to sharpen justice data tools through initiative

The County, Court & Justice Leaders Initiative can help counties turn daunting amounts of justice data into actionable intelligence to help those in need.
Health

Durham County, N.C.’s Joanne Pierce speaks April 8 at a panel on equity, alongside Wake County, N.C.’s Nannette Bowler (left) and Martin County, N.C.’s Ronnie Smith. Photo by Hugh Clarke

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Counties emphasize equity throughout COVID-19 and after

Counties must pursue structural change to redesign systems around making sure the people who need services most are properly identified, targeted and reached.
Community & Economic Development

Visitors to Sand Hollow in Washington County, Utah take an ATV for a spin in the dunes.

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Counties rebrand to attract tourists

With a $2 trillion U.S. tourism season on the horizon, counties are angling for ways to attract visitors and make their destinations distinctive.
Tax & Finance

Walt Disney World main entrance sign as seen driving from the south on World Drive into the park. The Reedy Creek Improvement District includes 175 lane miles of roads. Photo by Getty Images

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Florida counties brace to take on Disney World responsibilities

The looming dissolution of Disney's special taxing district could saddle two Florida counties with millions more in debt payments annually.
Labor & Employment

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Get ready: OSHA to increase heat-related inspections

Counties are preparing for a summer with more OHSA enforcement on hot days for workers and laborers.
Health

(L-r): NACo Second Vice President Mary Jo McGuire, Wake County, N.C.’s Nicole Mushonga and San Diego County’s Nick Macchione take part in the Healthy Counties Summit. Photo by Hugh Clarke

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NACo Healthy Counties Forum takes on pandemic

Convening recently in Wake County, N.C., NACo’s Healthy Counties Forum focused primarily on the COVID-19 pandemic, the most prominent current threat to well-being.
Health

Kenneth Wilson, Franklin County, Ohio’s administrator, speaks about county employee wellness at the Healthy Counties Forum last month in Wake County, N.C. Photo by Hugh Clarke

County News

Employee health serves as a crucial underpinning

Counties have noticed the toll the last two years have taken on employees, and are working to bolster wellness options for them.

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County News Coverage: 2022 NACo Legislative Conference

County News is providing coverage of the conference, including session recaps, highlights of new NACo resources and more.
Leadership

Reports & Toolkits

County News Hot Topics: Lessons Learned from COVID-19 and the Path Ahead

Counties move from the front lines to the leading edge of the national recovery.
Transportation & Infrastructure

Reports & Toolkits

County News Hot Topics: Infrastructure

Counties look to upgrade roads and more.
Intergovernmental Affairs

Reports & Toolkits

County News Spotlight on State Policy Trends

What's happening in your statehouse?

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Civic Engagement

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This Week in Photos: May 22–28

Photos from Washington, D.C. and counties across the country.
Tax & Finance

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Treasury releases Fiscal Recovery Fund public reporting data through end of 2021

Treasury released Fiscal Recovery Fund reporting data of counties with a population over 250,000 or an award over $10 million through the end of 2021.
Tax & Finance

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OMB issues information on Single Audit Compliance Requirements for ARPA Recovery Funds and ERA Program

The Office of Management and Budget recently published guidance on how auditors should conduct Single Audits for ARPA Recovery Fund investments and the Emergency Rental Assistance Program.
Tax & Finance

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Treasury releases new information on how counties can access second tranche payments for the ARPA Recovery Fund

The American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARPA) authorized the Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Fund (Recovery Fund), which provided $65.1 billion in flexible, direct aid to every county, parish and borough in America.
Behavioral Health

County News

Envisioning a new way to respond to mental health crises through 988 legislation

On July 16, the 988-dialing code will replace the current 10-digit number for the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, and building this new system will require sustained investment at the federal, state and local levels.
Human Services

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Senators introduce revised child care and early learning proposal

On May 16, Sens. Patty Murray (D-Wash.) and Tim Kaine (D-Va.) introduced a new proposal to expand access to affordable child care and high quality preschool in the U.S.
Human Services

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Biden administration relaunches simplified online portal for low-income families to claim their expanded Child Tax Credit

On May 11, the White House, in partnership with the U.S. Department of Treasury and Code for America, relaunched the GetCTC portal, which had been temporarily unavailable to encourage families to submit tax returns during the tax filing season.
Health

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House Energy and Commerce Committee advances mental health bills; addresses MIEP for juveniles

On May 18, the U.S. House Energy and Commerce Committee advanced six bipartisan bills out of committee.
Health

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HHS announces new funding opportunity to strengthen behavioral health services in nursing homes and other long-term care facilities

HHS announces new funding opportunity to strengthen the delivery of behavioral health care to residents of nursing homes and other long-term care facilities
Civic Engagement

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This Week in Photos: May 15 – 21

TWIP 5/21/22 - Curated tweets by NACoTweets
Leadership

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Now accepting policy resolutions and platform changes for the 2022 NACo Annual Conference

In preparation for the National Association of Counties (NACo) 2022 Annual Conference & Exposition, NACo members are invited to submit policy resolutions and platform changes to be considered during the conference. The deadline to submit resolutions
Human Services

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Lawmakers and White House take steps to address infant formula shortage

The week of May 17, Congress and the Biden administration took steps to further address the infant formula shortage impacting families across the nation.

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Mary Ann Barton

County News Editor & Senior Writer

(202) 942-4223
Charlie Ban

County News Digital Editor & Senior Writer

(202) 942-4210

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