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Proclamation - Purple Heart Month 2024 (10min)
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Date of BOCC Meeting: August 12, 2024
Request for Board Action:
Agenda Text
The Board is requested to proclaim the month of August as Purple Heart Month in Durham County in honor of the county’s Purple Heart recipients.
Proclaiming August Purple Heart Month in Durham County enriches the community by recognizing and honoring the sacrifices of our Purple Heart veterans. The US’s oldest military medal, the Purple Heart is awarded to members of the US Armed Forces who suffer a wound which requires medical treatment due to either direct or indirect enemy action. Our Purple Heart veterans, both living and deceased, are a reminder of the sacrifices borne to protect and maintain our democratic liberties.
Alignment with Strategic Plan: This item aligns with Strategic Goal #1: Community Empowerment and Enrichment.
Resource Persons: Jonathan Crooms, Veteran Services Officer; Lois Harvin-Ravin, Director of Durham County Veteran Services.
County Manager’s Recommendation: The County Manager recommends that the Board proclaim the month of August as Purple Heart Month in Durham County.
Signature
County Manager: ____________________________