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Adopt and present a resolution recognizing November 11, 2018 as Veterans Day and to honor all Solano County residents who have served and are currently serving in the United States Armed Forces (Supervisor Thomson)
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DEPARTMENTAL RECOMMENDATION:
The Solano County Veterans Services Office (CVSO) recommends that the Board adopt and present a resolution recognizing November 11, 2018 as Veterans Day and to honor all Solano County residents who have served and are currently serving in the United States Armed Forces.
SUMMARY/DISCUSSION:
Veterans Day is a day set aside to pay tribute to all who have served in the military and to those who are currently serving, and to reflect upon the sacrifices veterans have made and are continuing to make for this nation. Solano County is home to approximately 34,000 veterans and Travis Air Force Base.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
The costs associated with preparing the agenda item are nominal and absorbed by the department’s FY2018/19 Adopted Budget. The costs associated with preparation and purchase of the resolution materials are included in the Board’s FY2018/19 Adopted Budget.
ALTERNATIVES:
The Board may choose not to adopt and present this resolution; however, this is not recommended as Veterans Day is a time to honor the veterans of this great country who have contributed to the success and freedoms that we enjoy.
OTHER AGENCY INVOLVEMENT:
No other agencies were involved.
CAO RECOMMENDATION:
APPROVE DEPARTMENTAL RECOMMENDATION