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Anoka County <br />ADMINISTRATION <br />Communications <br />October 30, 2023 <br />Contact: Erik Thorson, Chief Communications Officer, 763-324-4612, or e-mail: <br />Erik. Thorson@ anokac ountvmn. Gov <br />FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE <br />Anoka County Illuminating Facilities Green for Veteran Awareness <br />Anoka County will again illuminate its facilities in support of veterans as part of Operation <br />Green Light for Veterans Nov. 6-12 and is encouraging area residents and businesses to do the <br />same. <br />The initiative, led by the National Association of Counties, prompts counties to light their <br />buildings green during the first full week of November to show veterans that they are seen, <br />appreciated, and supported. <br />"This is a simple way to remind veterans and their families we are here for them because <br />when we needed them most, they answered the call and were there for us," said Matt Look, chair, <br />Anoka County Board of Commissioners. "Here's where the public comes in —we're encouraging <br />all individuals and businesses in Anoka County to join us by swapping one light bulb in their <br />entryway or window for a green one. This gesture is a way to honor those who've made <br />immeasurable sacrifices to safeguard our freedoms." <br />John Kriesel, director of Anoka County Veteran Services, said the act of illuminating green <br />lights in support of veterans might seem small, but it sends a powerful message to those who have <br />served. <br />"For the second year in a row, Anoka County will participate in the Operation Green Light <br />for Veterans initiative, he said. "Illuminating some Anoka County facilities green during the week <br />of Veterans Day is a wonderful gesture in support of our local veterans by the Anoka County Board <br />of Commissioners and leadership." <br />Anoka County supports the nearly 20,000 veterans who call Anoka County home in various <br />ways —through the county Veteran Services Office, veterans court, and other initiatives and events <br />that focus on veterans in the area. <br />-more- <br />Respectful, Innovative, Fiscally Responsible <br />Government Center A 2100 3rd Avenue, Suite 700 A Anoka, MN 55303-5024 A www.anokacountymn.gov <br />Office: 763-324-4700 A Fax: 763-324-5490 <br />Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer <br />