Counties Weigh Veterans Advisory Committees

Collier County, Florida, is considering an 11-member Veterans Affairs Advisory Committee to advise commissioners on veterans’ needs, service gaps and access to benefits. The effort comes as local advocates cite housing, employment and mental health as pressing concerns; county initiatives include a planned housing project and a federally funded veterans community center. In Guilford County, North Carolina, officials are seeking community input on a proposed advisory committee or commission that would advise county commissioners and help address the needs of veterans and their families. An information session will explain the body’s proposed purpose and responsibilities and gather feedback from veterans and community organizations.