Les Williams and J.Bob Brueske of the Montrose Veterans Memorial Coalition read a proclamation at today’s BOCC meeting that declares 11/11/26 as Veteran's Day and also highlighting our veterans by participating in Operation Green Light for Veterans.
The Montrose County Historic Courthouse will be shining green lights on the courthouse from November 4 – 11 to honor all of the veterans in Montrose County. From November 4-11, county buildings and landmarks across the country are illuminated with 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 .
Counties and residents across the country are sharing their participation on social media using the hashtag #OperationGreenLight.
The proclamation that was read today is as follows:
Proclamation No. 07 - 2026
Honoring Our Veterans
WHEREAS, Montrose County has 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, approximately 200,000 service members transition to civilian communities annually; and
WHEREAS, veterans continue to serve our community in the American Legion, Veterans of Foreign Wars, religious groups, civil service, and as County Veterans Service Officers; and
WHEREAS, military service members transitioning to civilian life are at an increased risk of suicide during their first year following military service; and
WHEREAS, Montrose 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 raise awareness regarding the needs of veterans; and
WHEREAS, November 11, 2026 is Veterans Day, a federal holiday observed by Montrose County so we might reflect upon the contributions and sacrifices of those who served in the Armed Forces, whose service has been vital in maintaining the freedoms and way of life enjoyed by our citizens; and
WHEREAS, “Operation Green Light” is a movement to illuminate public buildings in green to honor our Veterans.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED, with designation as a Green Light for Veterans County, Montrose County hereby:
DECLARES that November 11, 2026, Veterans Day, shall be recognized and observed by Montrose County; and
DECLARES that the Montrose County Historic Courthouse shall be lit in green from November 4 through November 11, 2026, as a reminder to the community of the service and sacrifices of our veterans and the importance of supporting those transitioning from active service; and
ENCOURAGES its citizens, in patriotic tradition, to honor those who have made immeasurable sacrifices to preserve freedom by displaying green lights in a window of their business or residence from November 4 through November 11, 2026.