Calhoun County will illuminate all County Buildings in green as part of Operation Green Light for Veterans, a nationwide effort by counties, the National Association of Counties (NACo), and the National Association of County Veterans Service Officers.
From November 6-12, county buildings and landmarks across the country will be illuminated green to show support for veterans and raise awareness around the resources available at the county, state, and federal levels to assist veterans and their families.
Now in its second year, Operation Green Light is expected to draw hundreds of counties to participate. The county role in administering services for veterans includes County Veterans Service Officers helping fellow former service members access more than $52 billion in federal health, disability and compensation benefits each year, as well as other services supporting the approximately 200,000 service members who transition into civilian communities annually.
"Calhoun County Veterans Affairs is available for all veterans and their families in our community. We offer assistance with federal benefits, emergency relief, burial benefits, and veteran advocacy. All veterans are encouraged to visit our office to learn more about how we are here to help," said Calhoun County Veterans Affairs Director Aaron Edlefson.
In addition to lighting county buildings, bridges, and other meaningful landmarks, residents, businesses and other organizations are encouraged to participate by simply changing one light bulb in their home to a green bulb. This can be an exterior light that neighbors and passersby see, or an interior light that sparks a conversation with friends. By shining a green light, we let our veterans know that they are seen, appreciated, and supported.
"Calhoun County appreciates our veterans and we are happy to participate in this awareness event in coordination with Veterans Day. Please join us in showing your support for our veterans," said Administrator/Controller Kelli Scott.
Media: Feel free to use the photo, which features the Battle Creek Toeller Building lit up in green lights.
