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Yellow Ribbon Network reports continued care-package shipments and volunteer events in Hugo
Summary
Representatives of the Yellow Ribbon Network updated the council on volunteer care-package drives, partnerships with local organizations and recent events; the presenter said the program has shipped roughly 92,000 pounds of packages to service members and highlighted upcoming volunteer activities.
The Yellow Ribbon Network presented an update to the Hugo City Council on Aug. 5 on its volunteer care-package and support activities for deployed service members and military families.
The presenter described recent packing events, partnerships with local churches and synagogues, and volunteer-run "burger burn" events at Camp Ripley and other locations. The presenter said the network has shipped roughly "92,000 pounds" of care packages and highlighted several partner organizations and recent donations that helped underwrite postage and packing materials.
Council thanked the volunteers and noted the group's work with city staff and public-works support. The presenter also mentioned plans for a military youth hunt next month and an anniversary celebration the group is approaching.
No council action was required; the item was presented for information and appreciation of volunteer efforts.
