MONROE COUNTY PARTICIPATES IN OPERATION GREEN LIGHT IN SUPPORT OF LOCAL VETERANS

​MONROE COUNTY, FL – In advance of Veterans Day, Monroe County is illuminating the Harvey Government Center and the Historic Gato Building in Key West and the Murray Nelson Government Center in Key Largo green from Nov. 3 through Nov. 11 as part of Operation Green Light for Veterans, a nationwide effort uniting counties to support military Veterans. Veterans Day is Nov. 11. The initiative, led by the National Association of Counties, raises awareness about the unique challenges many Veterans face and the resources available at the county, state, and federal levels to assist Veterans and their families. This is the fourth year Monroe County has participated in the initiative.
 
Residents, businesses, and other organizations are encouraged to participate by changing one light bulb at their home to a green one.
 
“Lighting up Monroe County in green is a small gesture that carries a big message: we see our Veterans, we thank them, and we are here to support them,” said Cathy Crane, Director of Community Services. “As we mark our fourth year participating in Operation Green Light, we invite the entire community to join us in this unified display of gratitude.”
 
For more information on Operation Green Light, visit https://www.naco.org/program/operation-green-light-veterans. To learn more about Monroe County Veterans Affairs and the services offered, visit www.monroecounty-fl.gov/va.