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Local veterans group outlines Wreaths Across America plans, seeks volunteers and donations
Summary
A speaker representing local veterans outlined plans to lay 900 wreaths across Crystal Lake cemeteries for Wreaths Across America, described a Gold Star family registry effort, and provided donation and volunteer information.
At the Oct. 21 Crystal Lake City Council meeting, a representative from the local veterans post described two upcoming community remembrance efforts: participation in Wreaths Across America (with plans to lay an estimated 900 wreaths across multiple local cemeteries) and development of a Gold Star family registry. The speaker outlined outreach to area schools to explain the program, provided a QR code for donations (noting a $17 suggested donation per wreath) and asked for volunteers for wreath-laying. Council members thanked the presenters and asked clarifying questions about wreath counts and costs.
