Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on the 2025 Gold Bell Seal for Workplace Mental Health by Mental Health America (MHA).

We are proud to announce that we have been awarded and maintained, for the second year in a row, the 2025 Gold Bell Seal for Workplace Mental Health by Mental Health America (MHA). The Bell Seal is a first-of-its-kind workplace mental health certification recognizing employers striving to create mentally healthy workplaces for their employees. MHA is the nation’s leading community-based nonprofit dedicated to promoting mental health, well-being, and illness prevention for all. MHA has spent decades researching mental health in the workplace and introduced in 2019 the Bell Seal for Workplace Mental Health to recognize companies and organizations that understand the value of addressing mental health at work and implement policies and practices that support employee well-being. The Bell Seal recognizes employer advances in workplace mental health by awarding Bronze, Silver, Gold, and Platinum recognition levels. Only 1 in 4 employers meet the standards for Bell Seal certification. Williamson County underwent a rigorous evaluation of its policies and practices in four areas: workplace culture, benefits, compliance, and wellness programs. Gaining status as a Bell Seal-certified organization demonstrates Williamson County’s ongoing commitment to employee mental health and well-being. We offer many resources for our employees and their families and continue to work on building a culture that supports employee and community mental health. Williamson County is committed to providing the best for its employees and looks forward to continuing work to ensure they uphold the standards the Bell Seal for Workplace Mental Health set forth.