On August 4, 2022, Traverse City Mayor Richard Lewis proclaimed August as Coast Guard month in Traverse City The proclamation was read at a ceremony that was held at the Coast Guard City “Guardian Monument” on Front Street.
The proclamation states that “the City of Traverse City is proud to continue its support for the men and women of the Coast Guard and the Air Station. It went on to say , “the men and women of the Air Station embody a rich tradition of honor, respect, devotion to duty and dedication to service.” In addition, a certificate of Congressional Recognition was presented by a representative of Congressman Jack Bergman (MI-01). The certificate cited the “continued service to the Great Lakes Region and the lives saved in pursuit of your mission.”
