The Chester County commissioners have announced the start of projects resulting from recommendations generated through Innovate Chester County. The Innovate Chester County first-phase projects will support children's mental health services; veteran resource communication; affordable housing; and the county's community transit service, Chesco Connect.

More than 100 county residents were selected to be part of Innovate Chester County's work groups, following a county-wide call to action for applications. The applications asked for professional qualifications and personal interests, as well as ideas that addressed county government challenges from a provided list.

Beginning in late 2024, the work groups conducted research and formulated suggestions for the commissioners, the county administrative team, and the steering committee.

To learn more about Innovate Chester County, visit http://www.chesco.org/innovatechesco.