The resolution introduced by Representatives Sanchez and others designates the week of November 16 through 22, 2025, as "County Row Office Employee Appreciation Week" in Pennsylvania. This initiative aims to recognize and honor the significant contributions of county employees who perform essential administrative and public service functions within the Commonwealth. The resolution highlights the historical establishment of Pennsylvania's first counties by William Penn in 1682 and emphasizes the critical roles that county row office employees play in maintaining public safety, managing legal processes, and overseeing fiscal responsibilities.
County row offices, which are managed by independently elected officials, encompass various departments such as the sheriff's office, prothonotary, clerk of courts, district attorney, treasurer, controller, coroner, and orphan's court. These offices are responsible for a wide range of services, including law enforcement, court documentation, tax collection, and vital record maintenance. The resolution underscores the importance of acknowledging the often-overlooked work of these employees, who collectively serve over 90,000 individuals across Pennsylvania, and aims to celebrate their dedication to the community during the designated appreciation week.