During a recent city council meeting, Mayor Serrato expressed heartfelt gratitude to the Merced Sunrise Rotary for their pivotal role in hosting \"The Wall That Heals,\" a significant event honoring veterans. The mayor highlighted the importance of this event for Merced, a city with a rich military heritage, and commended the Rotary Club for their dedication and hard work in bringing the wall to the community.

Aggie Freeman, the club president, along with other Rotary members, accepted recognition from the council. Freeman noted that the event was a community effort, attracting over 300 volunteers and more than 3,000 visitors. Daryl Cherff, the event chair, shared insights about the logistics, including a moving parade that escorted the wall into Merced, which involved over 190 motorcycles and 250 riders, showcasing strong community support.

Cherff also acknowledged the collaboration with local law enforcement and other agencies, which ensured the event's success. He expressed appreciation for the community's involvement, particularly during the wall's dismantling, where volunteer numbers surged from 15 to 75.

The meeting concluded with an invitation to the community to participate in the upcoming \"Field of Honor\" event in November, further emphasizing the Rotary Club's commitment to honoring veterans and fostering community spirit.