COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Alex Posada, Director of Recreation and Parks
DATE: February 18, 2025
SUBJECT: Presentation - Winter 2025 Class of Hometown Heroes
The City Council will receive a presentation of the Winter 2025 Class of Hometown Heroes.
BACKGROUND:
Hometown Heroes Program
The Santa Maria Hometown Heroes Military Banner Program, effective January 1, 2025, is a collaborative effort between the Santa Maria American Legion, Veterans of Foreign Wars #2521, and the City of Santa Maria Recreation and Parks Department, returning to its original focus of recognizing active military members and veterans of the United States military. This change reaffirms the program's mission to honor the bravery, dedicat ion, and service of individuals who have served or are currently serving in the military.
DISCUSSION:
Winter 2025 Hometown Heroes Class
As part of the Hometown Heroes program, banners featuring the Winter 2025 Class of Honorees will be displayed along South College Road in the Bradley Square area for six months. Each honoree or their family/sponsor will receive a City Council "Certificate of Acknowledgment and Appreciation."
Honorees:
Patrick M. Derig (Army)
Danny Albert Montgomery (Navy)
Francis R. Maciel (Navy)
Luis A. Navarro (Army)
Manuel A. Cabrera (Navy)
Ruben E. Pineda (Army)
James D. Glines
Vince Sternjacob (Army)
COMMUNITY IMPACT
The Hometown Heroes Program serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by those who have served in the military. Displaying banners throughout the community 2 fosters pride and a sense of gratitude among residents. This initiative not only celebrates these honorees but also strengthens the community's connection to its military history and values. Recognizing their service through banners and public acknowledgment reminds citizens of the ongoing commitment of military members to the nation and community.