BY TRACY LEE TATE
Times Editor
The Union County Board of County Commissioner has approved a resolution declaring that Nov. 7 through Veterans Day, Nov. 13 will participate in the National Association of Counties Operation Green Light in honor of military veterans.
In a prepared release, the county states:
In advance of the upcoming Veterans Day holiday, the Union County Board of County Commissioners announced that county buildings would be illuminated green Nov. 7 -13, 2022 as part of Operation Green Light, a new national collaborative initiative of the National Association of Counties (NACo) to support military veterans, as well as raise awareness about the unique challenges faced by many veterans and the resources that are available at the county, state and federal level to assist veterans and their families.
“We want to make sure our veterans and their families know that their service mattered, that we are grateful for their sacrifice,” said Commissioner Ryan Perez. “This is a great opportunity to make sure they are revered by their county government and community.”
In addition to lighting the county buildings, residents and businesses are encouraged to participate by simply changing one light bulb in their house to a green bulb. This can be an exterior light that neighbors and passersby see, or an interior light that sparks a conversation with friends.
By shining a green light, we let our veterans know that they are seen, appreciated and supported. While this event is focused around the week of Veterans Day (Nov. 7-13), participants are encouraged to continue shining the light year-round. Residents can share their participation on social media using the hashtag #OperationGreenLight.
“Operation Green Light is a simple way to express our collective appreciation for the public service of our veterans,” said NACo President Denise Winfrey. “We encourage everyone to join us in displaying a green light for our veterans and to also reflect on how we, as a nation and at the county level, assist our military service personnel back into civilian life upon completion of their service to our country.”
Visit NACo.org/operationgreenlight for more information and links to resources available to veterans.
