Julie Seth Leconte, Military Family Support Group]
So…this happened today We were in excellent company! Nice that our efforts are being recognized. Grateful for everyone who has helped us along the way. Part of what MFSG said while accepting this Proclamation: “There is no “I” in what we do – there is only “WE”. Together we do our utmost to support Military & Veteran Families in El Dorado County!”
PROCLAMATION Of the Board of Supervisors of the County of El Dorado
In Recognition of
The El Dorado Veteran Resources – A Permanent Stand Down
Powered by the Military Family Support Group
WHEREAS, the Military Family Support Group is a community based organization led by volunteers that is open to all who have or who have had a loved one or friend serving in any branch of the U.S. Military; and,
WHEREAS, understanding what it means to have a loved one serve in the armed forces, whether they are deployed in a combat zone or not, stationed on U.S. soil or not. career military or not, wounded or not, active duty or a veteran, the dedicated family members and community volunteers of the Military Family Support Group have been making a difference in the lives of local military families and veterans since 2005; and,
WHEREAS, the El Dorado Veteran Resources-A Permanent Stand Down Powered by the Military Family Support Group furthers the work of these family members. friends and members of the community who are dedicated to ensure that services and programs iue available to military and veteran families, and that homeless veterans and those suffering from post-traumatic stress receive aid to help them rebuild their lives; and,
WHEREAS, through the coordination of community resources our local military families and veterans have direct access to services and programs that include a free food and frozen entrée pantry, financial aid. clothing, gasoline, housing referrals, peer support, transportation services, community connections and fitness programs.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED, that the Board of Supervisors of the County of El Dorado does hereby recognize the family members, friends and community volunteers who support the El Dorado Veteran Resources-A Permanent Stand Down Powered by the Military Family Support Group in appreciation for their tireless commitment to support and honor the patriotism and sacrifices of the men and women, and their family members, in our community who have served the cause of freedom in defense of our nation.
Passed by the Board of Supervisors of the County of El Dorado at a regular meeting of said Board, held this 30th day of October, 2018.
Attest: James S. Mitrisin Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
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