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County recognizes volunteer who organized Fourth of July parade after community concern
Summary
Commissioners publicly thanked a local volunteer, Corey, and the Veterans Advisory Council for organizing the Fourth of July parade after concerns the event might not occur; organizers reported nearly 40 entries and requested water donations.
Klamath County commissioners publicly recognized a local volunteer who stepped forward to organize the county’s Fourth of July parade after organizers feared the event would not occur. The board thanked the volunteer and the Veterans Advisory Council during the June 30 meeting and heard an update on parade planning.
Why it matters: The volunteer effort restored a community event that commissioners and residents said is important to local civic life and veteran commemoration.
Commissioner remarks said that roughly two to two‑and‑a‑half weeks before the meeting the board was told the parade might not be held. The Veterans Advisory Council met and coordinated with a volunteer identified as Corey, who had already applied for permits and mobilized support via social media. Corey told the board there were just under 40 entries, representing about 100 total participants and display items, and that volunteers have stepped up to help with logistics such as taping off Main Street. Organizers asked for water donations and said the parade will start at 10 a.m. on July 4; registration is available via Kyle’s Lawn Care Services LLC’s Facebook page or by calling the company.
The board thanked Corey and other volunteers for their initiative and pledged continued support. Commissioners encouraged the public to attend the parade.
