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American Legion, Crosby PTO and Harrison firefighters receive city support and make donations
Summary
At the Nov. 5 meeting, the council acknowledged community donations and pledges: Crosby PTO received $1,500; the American Legion/Post presented $2,500 for firefighter care packages and pledged $2,500 monthly to the mayor's fund. The mayor announced mayor's fund sign-ups and holiday distribution dates.
Council members used the presentations portion of the Nov. 5 meeting to recognize donations and community events.
Crosby PTO: The council presented Crosby PTO with a $1,500 check to support a student trip and teacher expenses. A PTO representative, identified as Christine McKinney, accepted the check and thanked the council.
Firefighters and American Legion: Representatives from Jaeger Benson Post (American Legion) and the Harrison Professional Firefighters described a care-package project for a deployed firefighter and his unit. The council presented a $2,500 check to support sending packages. The American Legion also announced a commitment to pledge $2,500 a month to the mayor’s fund; the post handed a check and the mayor thanked them for supporting families in need.
Mayor's fund and events: The mayor reported that the mayor's fund signup opened with 54 families seeking assistance and listed additional signup dates (Nov. 12: 9 a.m.–noon and 5–7 p.m.; Nov. 15: 9 a.m.–noon; Nov. 19: 9 a.m.–noon and 5–7 p.m.). Distribution to families is scheduled for Dec. 20. The mayor noted donation drop-off locations across town and a QR code to purchase items directly via Amazon for shipment to the city.
Why it matters: The donations and the mayor's fund support holiday assistance for local families; the American Legion pledge commits ongoing monthly resources to that effort. Council and attendees emphasized community volunteerism and thanked organizers and donors.
What’s next: The city will continue signups through Nov. 19; details and drop-off locations are posted on the city's Facebook page and available through the community center.
