The Veterans Day subcommittee reported progress on programming and logistics for the Branch Connection’s Veterans Day event. Committee members said a retired U.S. Air Force general, referenced in the meeting as General Allen, will be the guest speaker and the Rotary Club will again provide hot dogs.

The subcommittee said it expects an ROTC group from a local high school to present the colors and that entertainment from costumed characters (previously used) will return. Committee members discussed giveaways — including a commemorative coin that has not yet been designed — and said they will finalize a promotional item in a coming meeting.

Committee members also discussed food and sponsor outreach: Coca‑Cola will provide beverages, and staff will pursue additional donated items such as fruit cups or desserts from local businesses. Nonprofit vendor participation was described as typical for the event and will be reflected on the event brochure.

No formal decisions requiring council action were recorded; the subcommittee set a July 22 meeting date for further planning and asked volunteers to confirm duties. A committee member suggested contacting Chick‑fil‑A and other local businesses to request donated desserts or sides to augment the Rotary‑provided hot dogs and other concession items.