Union County commissioners support Operation Green Light for veterans
By Garrett Christensen on Friday, October 18th, 2024 in More Top Stories Northeastern Oregon News
UNION COUNTY – (Release from Union County) In a regularly scheduled meeting Wednesday, the Union County Board of Commissioners unanimously passed a resolution in support of Operation Green Light for Veterans. From now through November 11, 2024, various county buildings will be illuminated in green to honor veterans and raise awareness of the resources available at the county, state, and federal levels to support veterans and their families.
Operation Green Light for Veterans is a national initiative aimed at showing support for military veterans and bringing attention to the unique challenges they face, especially during their transition from military to civilian life. In addition to lighting buildings on the Union County campus in La Grande, residents, businesses, and organizations are encouraged to participate by changing one light bulb—whether inside or outside—to a green one. By shining a green light, the community sends a message that veterans are seen, valued, and supported.
Green light bulbs are available for purchase through various local businesses or online retailers. Union County also has a limited supply of green light bulbs available for interested residents, which can be picked up at the County Administrative Office located at 1106 K Avenue in La Grande during regular business hours.
Union County is proud to stand with communities across the nation in participating in this important initiative. The County Veterans Services Officer, Brian Blais, is available to assist veterans and their dependents in accessing benefits, including health, disability, and compensation services. He can be reached at the Center for Human Development by calling 541-962-8842 or emailing him at bblais@chdinc.org.
The county resolution, In the Matter of Supporting Operation Green Light for Veterans, 2024-13, may be read in entirety on the county website at https://unioncountyor.gov/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/In-the-Matter-of-Supporting-Operation-Green-Light-for-Veterans.pdf
