New voices, national help join Lucas County effort to protect children

To rebuild public trust and protect its youngest residents, Lucas County is bringing new voices to the table and a national partner to guide the conversation.

The Lucas County Board of Commissioners on Tuesday formally approved an agreement with Lucas County Children Services to support the operations of the newly formed Lucas County Child Protection Task Force, a community-wide initiative to strengthen the child welfare system and rebuild public trust.

“The purpose of the task force is to bring together representatives of our community to look at the necessary supports, partnerships, and services our families need to protect our children,” Commissioner Pete Gerken said…

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