IN THE COUNTY LEGISLATURE OF JACKSON COUNTY, MISSOURI
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A RESOLUTION declaring November 1 through November 11, 2023, as Green Light for Veterans, a time to honor and salute the service and sacrifices of our men and women in uniform.
Intro
RESOLUTION NO. 21455, October 30, 2023
INTRODUCED BY Megan L. Marshall, DaRon McGee, Jalen Anderson, Donna Peyton, Manuel Abarca IV, Venessa Huskey, Charlie Franklin, Jeanie Lauer, and Sean E. Smith, County Legislators
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WHEREAS, the residents of Jackson County have great respect, admiration, and the utmost gratitude for all the men and women who have selflessly served our country and this community in the Armed Forces; and,
WHEREAS, the contributions and sacrifices of those who served in the Armed Forces have been vital in maintaining the freedoms and way of life enjoyed by our citizens; and,
WHEREAS, Jackson County seeks to honor individuals who have made countless sacrifices for freedom by placing themselves in harm's way for the good of all; and,
WHEREAS, veterans continue to serve our communities in the American Legion, Veterans of Foreign Wars, religious groups, civil service, and by functioning as County Veterans Service Officers in 29 states to help fellow former service members access more than $52 billion in federal health, disability and compensation benefits each year; and,
WHEREAS, Approximately 200,000 service members transition to civilian communities annually; and,
WHEREAS, an estimated 20 percent increase of service members will transition to civilian life in the near future; and,
WHEREAS, studies indicate that 44 - 72 percent of service members experience high levels of stress during transition from military to civilian life; and,
WHEREAS, active military service members transitioning from military service are at a high risk for suicide during their first year after military service; and,
WHEREAS, the National Association of Counties encou...
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