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3. • Resolutions & ProclamationsTravis County (Travis County)

Consider and take appropriate action to approve a proclamation recognizing September as National Recovery Month in Travis County (Judge Brown)

Presented in: Travis County Commissioners Court Voting Session on 2026-09-01
Meeting Agenda PDF

Official Roll-Call Vote

PASSED (5 - 0)
“Approve Item 3.”
AB
Andy Brown
County Judge
YES
BS
Brigid Shea
Commissioner, Precinct 2 (Precinct 2)
YES
GM
George Morales III
Commissioner, Precinct 4 (Precinct 4)
YES
AH
Ann Howard
Commissioner, Precinct 3 (Precinct 3)
YES

Staff Report & Agenda Item Details

National Recovery Month is observed in September to educate the public about mental health and substance-use disorders, promotes evidence-based treatment and recovery practices, and celebrate the recovery community. The month focuses on hope and promotes the idea that recovery is possible and celebrates the positive changes made by individuals and communities. It serves as a platform to educate the public and provide resources on substance-use treatment and mental health services.<br><br>With the right treatment, support, and resources, recovery is REAL (Restoring Every Aspect of Life) for everyone.<br><br>Week 1 (Health): Focuses on whole health, integrating physical and mental wellbeing into the recovery journey. Week 2 (Home): Highlights how a safe, stable, and supportive living environment strengthens recovery. Week 3 (Community): Emphasizes building social networks, peer support, and a collective sense of belonging. Week 4 (Purpose): Centers on daily meaning, goals, and valuable roles in the community, such as work or education.<br><br>Additionally, the Travis County community recognizes that everyone's journey to recovery is unique and that harm-reduction principles are a key component to the safety and well-being of that journey.