The Lycoming County Commissioners held a meeting on July 31, 2025, where they honored Michael McMunn for his exceptional service to veterans and the community. The meeting began with a certificate of recognition presented to McMunn, acknowledging his long-standing dedication to veterans affairs, particularly since he came out of retirement in 2019 to serve as the director of veterans affairs for Lycoming County.

The commissioners highlighted McMunn's distinguished career, including his service as a U.S. Army captain during the Vietnam War, where he trained South Vietnamese troops and advocated for Vietnam veterans affected by Agent Orange. His efforts have significantly impacted the local veteran community, including establishing the veterans court mentor program, which has grown under his leadership.

McMunn's involvement in the community extends to his role as commander of a local veterans post, where he facilitated the arrival of the traveling Vietnam Veterans Memorial replica to Lycoming County in the 1990s. He has also been instrumental in the development of the Lycoming County Veterans Memorial Park and the recent dedication of the Purple Heart Monument, contributing to the county's designation as a Purple Heart County.

During the meeting, several speakers, including Judge Butts and local representatives, expressed their gratitude for McMunn's contributions. They praised his commitment to veterans and the positive changes he has brought to the community. McMunn was described as a humble hero, with many noting his ongoing dedication to honoring the legacy of service and his personal values as a devoted family man.

The meeting concluded with the commissioners extending their deepest appreciation to McMunn for his service and wishing him well in his retirement, emphasizing the lasting impact he has made on the lives of veterans and their families in Lycoming County.