HomeMy Public PortalAboutTOL NR 2019-10-04 Police Appreciation Day
Town of Leesburg
News Release
For Immediate Release
October 3, 2019
Media Contact:
Leah Kosin, Assistant Public Information Officer
lkosin@leesburgva.gov 703-771-2781
Leesburg to Celebrate 5th Annual Police Appreciation Day on
Thursday, October 17, 2019
Residents and businesses encouraged to wear blue and tie blue ribbons on trees
and mailboxes.
Leesburg, VA (October 3, 2019) – The Leesburg Town
Council will recognize the commitment and dedication of
the Leesburg Police during the 5th annual Leesburg Police
Appreciation Day on Thursday, October 17, 2019.
A lunch will be provided to the men and women who serve
at the local department. Prior to that, a proclamation,
honoring the day, will be presented to the officers during a
Town Council meeting on Tuesday, October 15 beginning at
7 p.m.
"Leesburg is fortunate to have such an outstanding police
department,” said Leesburg Mayor Kelly Burk. “This is the
least we can do to celebrate the brave men and women
who stand behind the thin blue line and put their
community first.”
The Town of Leesburg will place blue ribbons, on trees, in front of a number of Town facilities
and parks. Residents, schools, and businesses are encouraged to show their support by tying
blue ribbons around trees in their yards or on their mailboxes and wearing blue as an additional
sign of support and appreciation.
Members of the public are also invited to write thank you notes or letters of encouragement
and drop them off at the police department, 65 Plaza Street NE, in Leesburg, for all department
staff to enjoy.
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