How was the committee formed?
The Committee was formed by the Mayor and City Council in a formal resolution on August 11, 2021 at the Rye City Council meeting.
Whose names are eligible to appear on the plaque?
A QUALIFIED VETERAN must satisfy these criteria:
- Serving or have served and been honorably discharged from the U.S. Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force, or Coast Guard. A DD214 form for veteran or current ID card for current service member will be required as proof of service to be added to the monument; AND
- Must satisfy one of the following criteria:
- Have been born in Rye, NY (birth certificate including parents address)
- Have joined one of the U.S. military branches while residing in Rye, NY (DD214)
- Have been buried in, or have ashes spread in Rye, NY (burial / cemetery certificate)
- Have resided in Rye for at least 10 years (City Tax Roll or other means)
How does one submit a name for consideration to be on the plaque?
Anyone who believes they or someone they know that qualifies may submit their information in the online portal. Additionally, the Clerk’s office will accept in-person submissions. The submission will include, at minimum: name, branch of service and eligibility documentation such as DD-214 or current military ID card; and other documentation which satisfies eligibility requirements.
What will plaque look like? Where will it be placed?
The position and design in the updated honor wall area is to be determined.
How will this plaque be funded?
The City of Rye is expecting to provide funding. Additionally, private donations will also be accepted.
Can I submit corrections or additions to existing plaques such as the Vietnam, Korea, or World War II ones?
Yes, please submit names to be corrected and names to be added to the existing plaques to the City Clerk’s office through the online portal or in person/ by mail at: Rye City Clerk's Office, 1051 Boston Post Road, Rye, NY. PLEASE DO NOT JUST SEND IN YOUR DD-214; WE NEED THE QUESTIONNAIRE FILLED OUT.
