From Nov. 4 to 11, county buildings and landmarks across Solano County will be illuminated green to show support for veterans. Photo courtesy of iStock

DIXON, CA (MPG) - Solano County announced today that county buildings would be illuminated green as part of Operation Green Light for Veterans, a nationwide effort by counties, the National Association of Counties (NACo) and the National Association of County Veterans Service Officers.

From Nov. 4 to 11, county buildings and landmarks will be illuminated green to show support for veterans and raise awareness around the resources available at the county, state and federal levels to assist veterans and their families.

Now in its fifth year, Operation Green Light is expected to draw hundreds of participating counties from states across the nation. The county's role in administering services for veterans includes County Veterans Service Officers helping fellow 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.

Solano County residents, businesses and community organizations are encouraged to participate in Operation Green Light by changing one light to a green bulb. By shining a green light, we let our veterans know that they are seen, appreciated, and supported.

Counties and residents across the country are sharing their participation on social media using the hashtag #OperationGreenLight. For more information on Operation Green Light, visit naco.org/program/operation-green-light-veterans

The National Association of Counties (NACo) strengthens America’s counties, including nearly 40,000 county elected officials and 3.5 million county employees.

Founded in 1935, NACo unites county officials to advocate for county government priorities in federal policymaking; promote exemplary county policies and practices; nurture leadership skills and expand knowledge networks; optimize county and taxpayer resources and cost savings; and enrich the public’s understanding of county government. www.naco.org