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VAC business: subcommittee updates, Veteran of the Year legacy proposal and logistics for upcoming events

El Paso City Veterans Advisory Committee · November 21, 2025
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Summary

The Veterans Advisory Committee reviewed subcommittee reports on employment, homelessness and mental health; discussed a proposed 'legacy' recognition to complement Veteran of the Year awards; confirmed dates for veteran expos and burial services; and approved minutes and adjourned by motion.

Committee leadership opened routine business with subcommittee updates and event announcements.

Employment: Melissa Harkow said the employment subcommittee exchanged information in November and will revisit a citywide veteran discount program; she reported Workforce Borderplex Solutions has childcare funding where veterans have priority and described coordination with the Texas Veterans Commission for emergency childcare assistance grants.

Homelessness: The homelessness representative reported ongoing…

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