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East Providence Creates Veterans Council
The creation of the East Providence Mayor's Council on Veterans Affairs was Mayor Bob DaSilva's first executive order signed on Monday.
EAST PROVIDENCE, RI — East Providence is hoping that the newly formed Mayor's Council on Veterans Affairs will help the city best maximize its ability to improve the lives of its veterans. Mayor Bob DaSilva signed his first executive order on Monday to authorize the council.
"My administration saw there was great need to bring together residents who are dedicated to veterans' affairs and others in the community who represent organizations focus on the betterment of veterans' lives," DaSilva said in a statement through his office. "I look forward to working with our Veterans Council to reinforce the city's commitment to our veterans."
Members of the public, representatives from local veterans organizations, members of the East Providence City Council and members of Mayor DaSilva's executive staff were in attendance.
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Any questions can be directed to the City of East Providence Mayor's Office at 401-435-7521.
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