The City of Lowell Veterans Commission is hereby established
for the purpose of promoting the local needs of veterans, coordinating
veteran activities through the City, and assisting the City of Lowell's
Veterans Services Department in providing assistance to veterans.
The Lowell Veterans Commission shall be under the overall administrative
supervision of the City Manager, and its members shall serve without
compensation.
It shall be the duty of the Lowell Veterans Commission to:
A. Coordinate with the various veterans' organizations and associations
in the City for purposes of promoting services for veterans, providing
care and outreach, and promoting the overall well-being of veterans
and their families.
B. Propose and coordinate activities with the City and local veterans'
organizations that aid local veterans suffering from physical ailments,
mental illness, substance abuse, unemployment, and homelessness.
C. Research and report to the City Manager of the needs for local veterans.
D. Assist the City Manager, the Veterans Services Department, and City
officials and employees in aiding veterans so that they receive the
services and benefits they are entitled to under federal and state
law.
E. Assist in the coordination of special events held by the City that
honor veterans or involve the participation of veterans, such as parades,
ceremonies, memorial services, and tributes.
F. Encourage civic outreach and promote educational opportunities and
programs involving veterans.
G. Plan and coordinate local volunteer activities that provide aid and
comfort to local and state servicemen on duty or returning from active
duty.