“National Correctional Officers Week” commemorates the daily contributions of all corrections officers and personnel who work in jails, prisons and community corrections.

Barry County Sheriff Dar Leaf would like to remind the public that 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year, corrections deputies of the sheriff’s office face unique challenges while dealing with the inmate population in a safe, efficient and professional manner.

“Please remember these outstanding employees during this week of commemoration, and thank a corrections officer for their service if given the opportunity,” Leaf said.

In 1984, President Ronald Reagan signed Proclamation 5187, creating the “National Correctional Officers Week” week in May to provide correctional officers with the respect and recognition they deserve.