On Saturday, Jan. 9, the community is asked to display
positive support for law enforcement in Collier County for national Law
Enforcement Appreciation Day.
“In light of recent negativity directed toward law
enforcement professionals, it is important to show support for these brave men
and women who have chosen to protect and serve their communities every day,”
said Collier County Sheriff Kevin Rambosk. “If you see an officer, please say,
‘Thank you.’”
Parishioners at St. Agnes Catholic Church, 7775 Vanderbilt
Beach Road, Golden Gate Estates, will show their appreciation at the 3:30 p.m.
mass Saturday. Active and retired law enforcement professionals are encouraged
to attend this mass.
The Collier County community has been showing its
appreciation for law enforcement in recent weeks, from flying large blue
ribbons from mailboxes to posting yard signs and from shining blue porch lights
to wearing blue wristbands.
Hundreds of residents turned out for a “Bless The Blue/Back
The Badge” rally at First Baptist Church Naples on Nov. 21. Participants wrote
letters of appreciation, which were later delivered to local law enforcement
agencies.
Here are some ways to show support:
- Wear blue all day
- Fly a blue ribbon on your car antennae, mailbox,
motorcycle, or anywhere it can be tied
- Shine a blue light from your home
- Send a card of support to your local law enforcement
agency
- Host or attend a local rally in support of law enforcement
- Share a story about a positive law enforcement experience
on social media
- Simply tell an officer thank you
