In 1984 President Ronald Reagan signed proclamation 5187 declaring the first full week in May Correctional Officers Week. We would like to take this opportunity to express our appreciation and gratitude for the Correctional Officers employed by the Meeker County Sheriff?Äôs Office. As Correctional Officers they are responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment in our detention facility, correctly processing new detainees to initiate the legal process, and the welfare of our incarcerated population. It is a career choice that often means long hours, little gratitude, and constantly working with people on their worst day. These officers continually meet their challenges with professionalism and courtesy and demonstrate a true dedication to their duty.
During the calendar year of 2013 a total of 670 individuals were processed through the Meeker County Jail by Corrections staff. All of these individuals required an extensive booking process, some require medical assistance or are experiencing mental health problems, and a few even need someone to listen and provide a compassionate ear. Without exception, all of these individuals were handled with a high degree of
professionalism, courtesy, and by an officer that feels a true dedication to their duty.
The Meeker County Correctional Officers have a combined 116 years of experience working for the Sheriff?Äôs Office with an average of nearly seven years per officer; they work weekends, holidays, and all hours of the night. The Sheriff?Äôs Office is fortunate to have Correctional Officers that are both a valuable asset to the Office, and a true credit to their profession. We would like everyone to join us in thanking them this week.