Walkersville proclaims support for Frederick County Goes Purple and National Recovery Month

The Burgess and Commissioners adopted Proclamation 2026-06 to support Frederick County Goes Purple and National Recovery Month. In the reading, the burgess emphasized the effectiveness of treatment and recovery services and encouraged residents to seek Narcan training and use 2-1-1 to find recovery resources.

"Now, therefore, be it resolved that we, the burgess and commissioners of Walkersville ... express our support of the Frederick County Goes Purple and National Recovery Month," the burgess read. He noted that the proclamation was signed by himself and all commissioners and urged residents to watch for local recovery-related events and training opportunities.

The proclamation restates federal and county recognitions of recovery and encourages local outreach and training. Commissioners encouraged residents to consider Narcan training with the Frederick County Health Department and to get involved in purple-certification events during the month.