The Bremer County Veterans Affairs office announced Thursday that county buildings, such as the Bremer County Courthouse and Annex, have been illuminated green since the end of October as part of Operation Green Light for Veterans, a nationwide effort uniting counties to support military veterans. The initiative, led by the National Association of Counties (NACo), raises awareness around the unique challenges faced by many veterans and the resources available at the county, state, and federal levels to assist veterans and their families.
Now in its third year, Operation Green Light is expected to draw hundreds of counties to participate. The county role in administering services for veterans includes County Veterans Service Officers helping former service members access more than $52 billion in federal health, disability and compensation benefits each year, as well as other services supporting the approximately 200,000 service members who transition into civilian communities annually.
“Operation Green Light is important to Bremer County Veterans Affairs to show our continued support to all veterans. Our office has participated in this event since the office changed administration to Danial Bonzer and Kailey Heidemann in 2022. We would like to encourage all residents and businesses in the county to join us in showing their support for our local veterans and their families.” – The Commission of Bremer County Veterans Affairs
In addition to lighting county buildings, bridges, and other meaningful landmarks, residents, businesses and other organizations are encouraged to participate by simply changing one light bulb inside or outside their home to a green bulb. By shining a green light, we let our veterans know that they are seen, appreciated, and supported, and we open up conversation about the needs of veterans and the services that support veteran communities.
Counties and residents across the country are sharing their participation on social media using the hashtag #OperationGreenLight.
For more information on Operation Green Light, vist the NACo websit at https://www.naco.org/program/operation-green-light-veterans.