Oxnard—The City Council, during its Tuesday, October 20, meeting, welcomed the Oxnard Veterans Committee, and dedicated November 11, 2026, as Veterans Day.
THE Committee appreciated coming to the meeting, and Mayor Pro Tem Gabe Teran read the proclamation and said Veterans Day was designated a Federal legal holiday in 1954, and celebrated annually.
“Veterans Day has its origins in the 1918 Armistice, which brought the strength of great nations together for high purposes,” he said. “Veterans Day continues to be celebrated and commemorated in solemn observances for all Americans who have served in the Armed Forces. Thank you for your service.”
He said Veterans Day is of significance, honoring the Military Men and Women whose Military service has shaped the Nation’s history.
“The courage, honor, sacrifice, and dedication, which Veterans of the United States have displayed in the cause of justice and Democracy is most worthy of recognition,” Teran said. “Now, our Mayor Luis McArthur has called upon our citizens to commend America’s Veterans on Wednesday, November 11, as Veterans Day.”
Post 48 Vice Commander Rick Gutierrez asked any Veterans sitting in the audience to stand up and be acknowledged.
“Thank you for your service,” he said. “We were…
