2016/01/19 RESOLUTION BY THE HC BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS SUPPORTING THE RENMING OF PORTIONS OF NC HWY 24 AS THE GOLD STAR HWY Harnett
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RESOLUTION BY THE HARNETT COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
SUPPORTING THE RENAMING OF PORTIONS OF
NORTH CAROLINA HIGHWAY 24 AS THE GOLD STAR HIGHWAY
WHEREAS, The United States began observing Gold Star Mother's Day on the last Sunday of
September in 1936 to honor mothers who lost sons or daughters fighting in World War I; and
WHEREAS. the Gold Star Wives of America was formed prior to the end of World War Il to
provide support for the spouse and children of those who lost their lives while serving in the
United States Military: and
WHEREAS, the Gold Star Lapel Button was established in August of 1947 and given to the
next of kin of military members who died while serving in the United States Armed Forces; and
WHEREAS, the symbol of the gold star came from the custom of families of servicemen
hanging a banner called a Service Flag in the window of their homes with a gold star to represent
those who lost their lives serving their nation; and
WHEREAS. Harnett County joins the State of North Carolina and the nation in recognizing the
sacrifice that Gold Star family members make when a loved one dies in service to the nation; and
WHEREAS. North Carolina is home to no less than seven major military installations as well as
nearly 1 million current or former military service members, and holds military service in the
highest regard; and
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Harnett County Board of Commissioners
fully supports the efforts of the North Carolina Department of Transportation to rename portions
of North Carolina Highway 24 the Gold Star Highway.
ADOPTED this 19th day of January. 2016.
HARNETT COUN BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
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