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Veterans Commission approves essay contest with cash prizes for Independence Day

City of Oak Forest Veterans Commission · June 18, 2026
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Summary

The commission approved a 250-word essay contest tied to the Independence Day celebration, awarding $50 for first place and $25 for runner-up; participants will receive a Jack Frost discount coupon and the commission will purchase gift cards for prizes.

At the June 18 meeting the commission approved a 250-word essay contest connected to the Independence Day event. The minutes record a motion by Dennis Mitzner, seconded by James Hanlon, to purchase gift cards for the contest prizes; the contest will award $50 for first place and $25 for runner-up and participants will receive a discount coupon to Jack Frost.

The commission agreed to fund contest gift cards directly. The minutes do not specify the number of winners beyond first and runner-up or the submission deadline; members noted administrative follow-up will be needed to finalize contest details and prize distribution.

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