On behalf of everyone in the Office of the County Executive, I wish you and your loved ones a happy and healthy holiday season.
This time of year, Thanksgiving through New
Year’s Day, reminds us as Prince Georgians that we are at our best when we are extending a helping hand to others. Our residents and employees stretch themselves and their personal budgets to
collect toys, coats, food and other items for the least fortunate among us.
One example is the partnership between the Prince George's police and fire departments and the U.S. Marine Corps to distribute 50,000 toys to 25,000 needy children. I am grateful and never take for granted this generosity by our employees in donating time and money to individual families and charitable organizations including Toys for Tots, the Public Safety Assistance Program and the United Way Combined Charities.
I appreciate and thank our first responders in police, fire
and corrections, who take time away from their families to keep Prince George’s
County safe. We are grateful for their dedicated service.
I extend my gratitude and honor to the families and friends of our United States military, especially those who are celebrating the
holidays without a loved one this year. Whether your loved ones are near or
far, they are never far from our thoughts.
So as we celebrate at events like the National Tree Lighting
(above) or the annual Red and Gold
Holiday Gala for seniors (below), let
us remember those in need and all of those who give selflessly throughout the year. Let’s carry
that spirit into the New Year.
Happy holidays, Prince
George’s County.
Rushern L. Baker III
More than 1,700 seniors attended the Annual Red and Gold Holiday gala for county residents who are 55 and older. Click on the photo above for a photo gallery from the event.
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