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Lee County adopts proclamation supporting Operation Green Light for veterans
Summary
The Lee County Board approved a proclamation endorsing Operation Green Light (Nov. 4—11, 2025) to recognize transitioning service members; the board introduced new Veteran Service Officer Sarika Bennett and encouraged community participation.
The Lee County Board of Commissioners voted on Oct. 20 to adopt a proclamation supporting Operation Green Light (observance Nov. 4 through Nov. 11, 2025), a local recognition of active military service members transitioning to civilian life.
Melanie (Speaker 5) introduced Sarika Bennett as the new Veteran Service Officer who supervises the county's veteran services team; Bennett thanked the board and said she was pleased to serve Lee County. The proclamation notes the county veteran population cited in the presentation and encourages citizens and businesses to display a green light in observance of the week.
The resolution was moved, discussed briefly and approved by voice vote.
Key quote
"I'm happy to serve the population here." ' Sarika Bennett, Veteran Service Officer (remarks after introduction).
Ending
The proclamation was adopted; staff will include the proclamation in the county record and encourage community participation during Nov. 4—.11, 2025.
