In a recent government meeting, members discussed plans for upcoming community initiatives, including the 2024 Thanksgiving Turkey Drive and Operation North Las Vegas GI Family Christmas.

The Thanksgiving Turkey Drive aims to build on last year's success, where 32 turkeys were distributed to local families. Participants emphasized the need for additional resources, specifically requesting freezers at the community resource center to preserve the turkeys. There was also a suggestion to provide store gift cards alongside the turkeys, allowing families to purchase groceries as needed.

The discussion then shifted to the Operation North Las Vegas GI Family Christmas, scheduled for December 22-24. This initiative will involve collecting gifts for active-duty members of Nellis Air Force Base and their families. The plan includes a wrapping party and a delivery day, where volunteers will distribute gifts directly to families in need. Organizers highlighted the importance of understanding the specific needs of these families, with plans to vet them ahead of the event.

Overall, the meeting underscored a commitment to supporting local veterans and their families through these community-driven efforts, with members expressing enthusiasm for collaboration and resource allocation to ensure the success of both initiatives.