Moore County proclaims recognition of Montford Point Marines; chairman signs proclamation

Moore County commissioners read and signed a proclamation recognizing the contributions of the Montford Point Marines, a segregated unit of African American Marines formed during World War II. The proclamation recounted historical references, including President Franklin D. Roosevelt's role and Public Law 112-59, the 2011 act that collectively awarded the Montford Point Marines a congressional gold medal.

An unidentified speaker read the proclamation, which praised the Marines’ valor, noted their role in advancing civil rights by paving the way for others despite adversity, and encouraged Moore County citizens to recognize their service. Chairman Nick Picerno signed the proclamation in April 2024.

The proclamation was presented as an official county recognition; the transcript does not record objections or a formal roll-call vote in the provided segments. The county also read a separate proclamation recognizing electric linemen for their public-safety role during storms.