PROCLAMATION

Operation Green Light for Veterans

WHEREAS, the residents of Curry County have great respect, admiration, and the utmost gratitude for all the men and women who have selflessly served our country and this community in the Armed Forces; and

WHEREAS, the contributions and sacrifices of those who served in the Armed Forces have been vital in maintaining the freedoms and way of life enjoyed by our citizens; and

WHEREAS. Curry County seeks to honor individuals who have made countless sacrifices 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 Veterans 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

WHEREAS, approximately 200.000 service members transition to civilian communities annually; and an estimated 20 percent increase of service members will transition to civilian life in the near future.  Approximately 5,148 veterans reside in Curry County and 5,211 active duty personnel are stationed at Cannon Air Force Base: 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, the National Association of Counties encourages all counties, parishes and boroughs to recognize Operation Green Light for Veterans; and

WHEREAS, Curry County appreciates the sacrifices of our United States military personnel and believes specific recognition should be granted;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, with designation as a Green Light for Veterans County, Curry County hereby declares November 4-11, 2025, as a time to salute and honor the service and sacrifices of those transitioning from active service; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that in observance of Operation Green Light, Curry County will luminate the County Courthouse and Administrative Complex green from November 4-11,2025.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Curry County encourages its citizens in patriotic tradition to recognize the importance of honoring all those who made immeasurable sacrifices to preserve freedom by displaying green lights in a window of their place of business or residence from November 4-11, 2025.

DONE, this 21st day of October, 2025.

BOARD OF CURRY COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

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Brad Bender, Curry County Commission Chair 

Attest to:

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Annie Hogland, County Clerk

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