(KLZA)-- National Correctional Officers Week was celebrated with a luncheon at the Richardson County Law Enforcement Center in Falls City on May 9.

Richardson County Commissioners and Corrections staff members attended.

Commissioners presented Sheriff Don Pounds and Jail Administrator Michael Dougherty with a proclamation acknowledging commendable efforts of corrections and communications staff.

The proclamation comments the staff for helping keep citizens and communities safe, putting their lives and health at risk every day to keep the public safe. It goes on to say Correctional officers are most deserving out four respect, out thanks and the highest praise.