Delaware County's officials have recently laid out their vision for the region's future during the 2025 'State of the County' presentation. According to a post on the official Delaware County website, Council Chair Dr. Monica Taylor and Executive Director Barbara O’Malley took to the stage at the Llanerch Country Club in Havertown, PA, on May 21 to share the county's accomplishments and to address the initiatives aimed at ensuring a prosperous future for the 576,000 residents of Delaware County.
As per Delaware County’s official website, Dr. Monica Taylor expressed confidence in the council's direction: "We have a future that’s laid out before us, an opportunity to realize the promise of this moment and to fulfill the hopes our residents have." The council emphasized its intent to articulate and actively deliver on these aspirations, prioritizing the well-being of Delaware County's inhabitants and their quality of life.
The event, hosted by the Delaware County Chamber of Commerce, offered insights into the response to the closure of the former Crozer Health System, detailing the county’s efforts to maintain essential services and to support workforce development. The presentations covered a broad range of subjects, including the achievements of County row officers, advances by the Delaware County Health Department, and updates on public works and infrastructure projects.
"The goals of this Council, and by extension, our county team, are nothing less than what is described...to build a better future," Barbara O'Malley told Delaware County's official website. O'Malley spoke to the extensive efforts undertaken over the past year, stressing the tangible progress made thus far. The presentation also touched on the operations of various departments such as Parks and Recreation, Housing, and the Department of Military and Veteran Affairs, showcasing a comprehensive approach to county governance and development.
