The Sussex County Commissioners convened on June 11, 2025, to discuss various community initiatives and health updates. The meeting began with a report from the Division of Senior Services, announcing the sixth annual Senior Olympics scheduled for June 17 at the Sussex County Fairgrounds. This event will feature teams of seniors from different townships competing in various activities, promoting camaraderie and community engagement.

Next, the Division of Social Services highlighted an upcoming food drive at local ShopRite locations on June 21. This initiative aims to support the social services food pantry, which assists residents in need throughout Sussex County.

The Division of Health provided updates on public health initiatives, including a child health clinic on June 24, offering free physical exams and immunizations for uninsured children. An additional health check clinic will also take place on the same day, providing vaccines and health screenings for adults and school-age children.

A report on communicable diseases revealed a rise in cases, with 224 reported in May 2025, compared to 197 in May 2024. Notably, tick-borne illnesses accounted for 109 cases, marking an increase from the previous year. The average absenteeism rate in schools due to influenza-like illness was reported at 6.39%, slightly higher than the previous year's rate.

The meeting also touched on various engineering and planning projects, including repairs and upgrades to stormwater systems and public health facilities, funded in part by ARPA. The commissioners emphasized the ongoing efforts to improve infrastructure and public services across the county.

In closing, the commissioners expressed gratitude to voters for participating in recent elections and encouraged continued civic engagement. The meeting underscored the county's commitment to community health, safety, and infrastructure development, with several initiatives set to take place in the coming weeks.