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Supporting Operation Green Light for Veterans
WHEREAS, the residents of Jefferson County have great respect, admiration, and the utmost gratitude
for all of the men and women who have selflessly served our country and this community in the Armed
Forces; and
WHEREAS, the contributions and sacrifices of the men and women who served in the Armed Forces
have been vital in maintaining the freedoms and way of life enjoyed by our citizens; and
WHEREAS, Jefferson County seeks to honor these individuals who have paid the high price for
freedom by placing themselves in harm's way for the good of all; and
WHEREAS, Veterans continue to serve our community in the American Legion, Veterans of Foreign
Wars, religious groups, civil service, and by functioning as County Veteran Service Officers in 29 states to
help fellow former service members access more than $52 billion in federal health, disability and
compensation benefits each year; and
and
WHEREAS, Approximately 200,000 service members transition to civilian communities annually;
WHEREAS, an estimated 20 percent increase of service members will transition to civilian life in the
near future; and
WHEREAS, studies indicate that 44-72 percent of service members experience high levels of stress
during transition from military to civilian life; and
WHEREAS, Active Military Service Members transitioning from military service are at a high risk for
suicide during their first year after military service; and
WHEREAS, the National Association of Counties encourages all counties, parishes and boroughs to
recognize Operation Green Light for Veterans; and
WHEREAS, the Jefferson County appreciates the sacrifices of our United States Military Persomlel
and believes specific recognition should be granted; therefore, be it
RESOLVED, with designation as a Green Light for Veterans County, Jefferson County hereby
declares from November 7, 2022 though Veterans Day, November 11, 2022 a time to salute and honor the
service and sacrifice of our men and women in uniform transitioning from Active Service;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Jefferson County Board of County
Commissioners, do hereby proclaim November 7 — 13, 2022 as:
OPERATION GREEN LIGHT
In Jefferson County and that in observance of Operation Green Light, encourages its citizens in
patriotic tradition.to recognize the importance of honoring all those who made immeasurable sacrifices to
preserve freedom'by,displaying a green light in a window of their place of business or residence.
APPROVED this 7th day of November, 2022
SEAL
ATTEST:
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Carolyn�Ciallaway, CMC aerk of the Board
JEF'FERSON COUNTY
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'Heidi Eisenhour, Chair
Approved Telephonically
Kate DearA Member
B therton, Member
Regular Agenda
JEFFERSON COUNTY
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
AGENDA REQUEST
TO: Board of County Commissioners
FROM: Adiel McKnight, Executive Assistant
DATE: November 7, 2022
SUBJECT: PROCLAMATION re: Proclaiming the week of November 7 — 13, 2022 as
Operation Green Light
STATEMENT OF ISSUE:
America's counties are home to 17.5 million Veterans, and we are deeply invested in Veterans' health
and well-being, often serving as a veteran's first point of contact in the community for accessing
services. Counties support Veterans' access to stable housing, employment and education and critical
mental health services that treat trauma and prevent suicide. America's counties have a long and proud
history of serving our nation's Veterans, a legacy that continues to this day as we work with our
federal, state and local partners to ensure that the former service members in our communities have
access to the resources they need to thrive.
This coming Veterans Day, the National Association of Counties (NACo) and the National
Association of County Veteran Service Officers (NACVSO) invite the nation's 3,069 counties,
parishes, and boroughs to join Operation Green Light and show support for Veterans by lighting our
buildings green from November 7 to November 13, 2022. By shining a green light, county
governments and our residents will let Veterans know that they are seen, appreciated and supported.
FISCAL IMPACT
There is no fiscal impact to Jefferson County.
RECOMMENDATION:
Approve Proclamation re: Proclaiming the Week of November 7 — 13, 2022 as Operation Green Light
REVIEWED BY:
Mark Mc
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