Mayor's Veterans Advisory Council

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Orlando is home to thousands of military veterans and members of the active military returning from deployment overseas. You may see their faces every day and not know the sacrifices they have made. For this reason and many more, we must continue to identify, honor and serve the needs of all our veterans.

The Mayor’s Veterans Advisory Council has a proud history of serving our community through education and outreach. This dedicated group of volunteers, representing more than 30 veterans’ organizations, puts together quality events that raise awareness of significant milestones, holidays and veteran-related topics.

Vision

To become the leading resource to the City of Orlando’s veteran community; to recognize our veteran’s services by honoring them through high quality events; to become the city’s leading advocate for our veterans; and to become the leading resource in regards to veteran related issues within the City of Orlando.

Committee Leadership

Chairperson: Michael Adams
Vice Chair: Daniel Hernandez
Treasurer: Vincent Monitto
Secretary: Aisha Johnson
Member Liaison: Christine Ladas-Drake

Chairperson's Message

Michael Adams Chairperson

I am honored and privileged to serve as the Chairperson of our esteemed Orlando Mayor’s Veterans Advisory Council. It is with great enthusiasm and a profound sense of responsibility that I take on this role, knowing the vital importance of the work we do in advocating for and supporting our community’s veterans.

Our council stands as a testament to our commitment to ensuring that the needs of our veterans are met with the utmost care and respect. Together, we have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact through advocacy, support programs, and policy recommendations that improve the lives of those who have served. Through our collective efforts, we can ensure that every veteran receives the respect, care, and recognition they deserve for their sacrifices.

If you have a desire to serve our veteran community, then joining our Veteran's Advisory Council could be your most impactful endeavor yet. Your passion and commitment are what drive our mission forward. Join us in honoring and serving those who have sacrificed so much for us all.

Michael A. Adams, Chairperson
City of Orlando Mayor’s Veterans Advisory Council

Each year, the Mayor’s Veterans Advisory Council hosts a number of events to honor our nation’s veterans.

Veterans Day Parade

Annual downtown Orlando parade which includes 100 units of local veterans’ organizations, members of the active military, bands, floats and more all coming together to pay tribute to those who have fought for our freedoms.

POW-MIA Recognition Ceremony

Annual event where we pledge to never forget our prisoners of war or those still missing in action, and pay tribute to their memories. The ceremony is held in the City Hall Rotunda. 

Scheduled Upcoming Events