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Brown County proclaims Aug. 7 as Purple Heart Day, designates county a Purple Heart County
Summary
The Brown County Commission signed a proclamation on April 6 declaring Brown County a Purple Heart County and recognizing Aug. 7 as Purple Heart Day; the board will discuss signage and participation at its next work session.
Brown County commissioners on April 6 voted to sign a proclamation designating Brown County as a Purple Heart County and recognizing Aug. 7 as Purple Heart Day. Commissioner Richard Tesoriero moved to sign the proclamation; Commissioner William Pollock seconded and the motion carried.
County officials were presented information on participating in Purple Heart County activities and discussed next steps. The minutes record that the commission will discuss signs and participation opportunities at the next work session; no further details or funding commitments are recorded in the minutes.
The proclamation is ceremonial and intended to recognize military veterans who received the Purple Heart. The minutes do not specify any implementation plan or budget for signage or events.
