County illuminates buildings green in support of veterans

Several San Bernardino County facilities are illuminated green as part of Operation Green Light, a nationwide effort by the National Association of Counties (NACo) and the National Association of County Veterans Service Officers (NACVSO) to show support for veterans. In 2024, the Board of Supervisors adopted a resolution declaring San Bernardino County will participate in Operation Green Light in perpetuity during the week (Nov. 4-11) leading up to Veterans Day.

San Bernardino County residents, businesses and community organizations are encouraged to participate in Operation Green Light by changing one light to a green bulb. By shining a green light, we let our veterans know that they are seen, appreciated and supported.

San Bernardino County, home to more than 90,000 veterans, has made it a priority to take care of those who served our nation. During the most recent fiscal year, San Bernardino County Veterans Affairs helped veterans access over $88 million in new benefits from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, which was the highest of any county in the state.

“By participating in Operation Green Light, we’re sending a message that San Bernardino County will always stand behind those who served,” said San Bernardino County Veterans Affairs Deputy Director Demarius Carmichael.

The county government locations listed below will be illuminated green through Nov. 11:

Veterans Affairs Office, 222 Hospitality Ln., San Bernardino
Veterans Affairs at the High Desert Government Center, 15900 Smoke Tree St., Hesperia
Chairman and Third District Supervisor Dawn Rowe’s District Office at the Bob Burke Government Center, 63665 29 Palms Hwy., Joshua Tree
First District Supervisor Col. Paul Cook’s (Ret.) District Office, 14955 Dale Evans Pkwy., Apple Valley
Second District Supervisor Jesse Armendarez’s District Office, 8575 Haven Ave., Rancho Cucamonga
Fourth District Supervisor Curt Hagman’s District Office, 14010 City Center Dr., Chino Hills
Vice Chair and Fifth District Supervisor Joe Baca, Jr.’s District Office at the San Bernardino County Government Center, 385 N. Arrowhead Ave., San Bernardino

Counties and residents across the country are sharing their participation on social media using the hashtag #OperationGreenLight. For more information about benefits and services available to San Bernardino County veterans and their families, please visit va.sbcounty.gov or call 866-472-8387.

Additional County Update News – November 6, 2025