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Proclamation
Supporting Operation Green Light for Veterans
November 7 - 131, 2022
WHEREAS,the residents of Mason 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,Mason 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,
WHEREAS,approximately 200,000 service members transition to civilian communities annually; and,
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, Mason County appreciates the sacrifices of our United States Military Personnel and believes
specific recognition should be granted; and,
NOW,THEREFORE,BE IT RESOLVED,that the Board of Mason County Commissioners, in observance of
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.
Signed this day of November 8',2022.
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Kevin Shutty, Sharon Trask, Randy Neatherlin,
Chair Vice-Chair Commissioner