Proclamation
every November, people from across the nation gather to honor and salute veterans who have served our country throughout the years with dedication, patriotism, and courage; and following the declaration of Armistice Day as a national holiday in 1926, the United States Congress officially recognized November 11 as Veterans Day in 1954; and California is home to over 1.8 million former service members, which is the largest veteran population of any state in the United States who share a deep bond build on service and dedication to the United States; and
California has a long history of supporting the United States military, a legacy stretching back to before the founding of our nation; and
Veterans’ Appreciation Week is a reminder of the great sacrifices and contributions our veterans have made for our country; and
California residents and businesses can demonstrate their respect for veterans by participating in Operation Green Light throughout the week. Counties across California, including San Bernardino County and Riverside County, are participating in this nationwide effort to honor veterans. From November 4 to Veterans Day on November 11, government buildings, homes and businesses in these counties will shine green lights to symbolize solidarity and support for veterans and their families. It’s a wonderful way for communities to show their appreciation and raise awareness about the challenges veterans face; and
veterans continue to serve their community through participation in groups, including American Legion, the Veterans of Foreign Wars, nonprofit and volunteer groups, communities of faith, civil service, and other careers and much more; and approximately 20,000 service members in California transition to civilian communities annually and they deserve our help and support during what can be a challenging time as they return to civilian life; and
veterans from California and across the United States have repeatedly answered the call of duty throughout our nation’s history, defending our cherished freedoms and protecting democracy here at home and abroad.
Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved that I, David Lesser, Mayor of the City of Manhattan Beach, California , on behalf of the City Council and the residents of Manhattan Beach, do hereby proclaim November 4
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-11
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, 2025, as
Veterans Appreciation Week
and I encourage all City of Manhattan Beach residents to observe this week with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities that commemorate the men and women who have served our country.
Dated this 4
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day of November, 2025.
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Mayor David Lesser
ATTEST:
City Clerk Liza Tamura