Davis County Honors Public Servants and Expands Mental Health Support at April 1 Commission Meeting
By John Crofts | April 1, 2025
The Davis County Commission held its regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, April 1, 2025, at 10:00 AM in Farmington. Commission Chair Lorene Kamalu and Vice Chair John Crofts were present, while Commissioner Bob Stevenson was excused.
The meeting began with Pete Stone from Valley View Golf Course leading the Pledge of Allegiance, followed by public comments—of which there were none.
A central highlight of the meeting was the April 2025 Employee Service Awards, which honored Davis County employees reaching significant career milestones. Commissioner Kamalu praised the contributions of dedicated public servants across departments, including Animal Care, the Sheriff’s Office, Health, the Library, and the Golf Division. Standouts included Alex Winberg for his work in Animal Care, Lt. Josh Boucher for 20 years of service in law enforcement, and Lisa Glad for 25 years of community engagement through the Library System.
The Commission also approved four agreements and one amendment related to therapy services for children and families referred through the Davis County Children’s Justice Center (CJC). These partnerships will allow families to receive mental health referrals from licensed therapists in the community—supporting CJC’s national accreditation requirements.
Commissioner Crofts expressed his gratitude, stating, “When we look at people working to make a difference, I recognize you as one of those—the very best.” Commissioner Kamalu echoed those sentiments, thanking CJC Director Julie Stephenson and her team for their compassion and professionalism.
All items on the agenda were unanimously approved by the commissioners present.
It sounds like the Davis County Commission had a productive and efficient meeting. I appreciate the focus on supporting children and families through the therapy services agreements. Commissioner Crofts’ words were particularly touching, highlighting the importance of recognizing those making a difference. The lack of public comments suggests things are running smoothly, but I wonder if more community engagement could be encouraged. How does the CJC ensure these partnerships are effectively meeting the needs of families? Overall, it’s great to see such a collaborative effort for mental health support in the community. What steps are being taken to measure the impact of these services?