Title
Consider a Resolution to:
a. Establish the Veterans Issues Advisory Committee; and
b. Approve the by-laws for the Committee.
Report
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the Board of Supervisors adopt a resolution to:
a. Establish the Veterans Issues Advisory Committee; and
b. Approve by-laws for the Committee.
SUMMARY/DISCUSSION:
In September of 1994, the Fort Ord Army Base was closed by the Department of the Army. The closure provided 45 square miles of coastal property for local use. The Fort Ord Reuse Authority (FORA) was established to coordinate the use of land with Monterey County and local cities. FORA dissolved as of June 30, 2020 along with the forum through which the voices of active military, veterans and their dependents were heard and considered regarding the ongoing development of Fort Ord.
The Veterans Issues Advisory Committee (VIAC) will champion military and veteran specific interests and issues on or near the former Fort Ord Army Base for the benefit of all County military and veterans to include, disabled veterans, homeless veterans and other minority groups within the military and veteran community. Under the leadership and oversight of the Military & Veterans Affairs Office, the VIAC will identify, discuss, evaluate, advise and advocate for the veterans of Monterey County regarding the development of former Fort Ord and issues that will have a direct impact to the military, veteran, and dependent community. The VIAC will coordinate efforts regarding federal, state and local government and non-government stakeholders on formulation, coordination, and execution of military, veteran and dependent policy and strategy as appropriate. The VIAC will assist in the overall betterment of the Monterey County military, veteran, and dependent community by developing engagement strategies for federal, state and local governments, stakeholders, non-profits, and veteran organizations. The Military & Veterans Affairs Office (MVAO) has identifi...
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