County authorizes First Responder Memorial project; monument aimed for Oct. 28 installation
Summary
The committee amended the capital improvement program and appropriated fund balance for a First Responder Memorial project (Referral 26-0267); administration said the goal is to procure and install a monument by Oct. 28, National First Responders Day.
Referral 26-0267 sought an amendment to the 2026–2031 capital improvement program and an appropriation of fund balance to authorize the First Responder Memorial project and an agreement with the Monroe County Sheriff's Foundation for reimbursement. The committee moved and approved the referral on Aug. 25.
Legislator Milne asked the administration for the project timeline. An administration representative told the committee the goal is "to have a monument, procured and installed by October 28, which is National 1st Responders Day." Legislator Cruz thanked staff and supporters for advancing the project as a community recognition of first responders.
The referral was moved by Legislator Mafuchi, seconded by Legislator Vasquez Simmons and Legislator Milne, and carried by voice vote. The committee did not record specific appropriation amounts or detailed procurement steps during the meeting.
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