As the Memorial Day weekend unfolds, Veterans Plaza in Fort Collins stands as a somber, yet celebratory space that pays tribute to the sacrifices made by military service members throughout American history.
Established in 2011 after the City of Fort Collins donated 3.5 acres of land, the park serves as an honorarium and a reminder of the ongoing commitments of veterans. Gary Ricker, president of Veterans Plaza, wants to show military personnel how much they mean to the community.
“We want to show our gratitude for veterans and what they’ve done for the country,” Ricker said. “We honor them. That’s what it’s all about.”
The park features a touchscreen which lists veterans who has been nominated into the park. There’s no charge to have any U.S. military veteran, from any state, added to the list at the plaza…