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Antelope Valley region defends America
PALMDALE, Calif.—The As- sociation of Defense Communities recently announced that the Antelope Valley has been selected as one of five Great American Defense Communi- ties for 2022.
The communities were chosen in conjunction with USAA, the pro- gram’s official sponsor at the De- fense Communities National Summit earlier this month. The 2022 class also includes West Valley Partners, Ariz., Tullahoma, Tenn., Northern Virginia, and Florida’s Space Coast.
The City of Palmdale applied for the award on behalf of the region which is home to Edwards Air Force Base, Air Force Plant 42, and several defense related companies.
“We are very excited to honor the Antelope Valley as a 2022 Great American Defense Community,” ADC President Bob Ross said. “The strength of our military starts at home and Antelope Valley is an excellent example of how a community can pro- vide that support.”
The Great American Defense Com- munities program was launched by ADC in 2016 to recognize and cele- brate the communities and regions that support military installations for their exceptional commitment to improving the lives of service members, veterans, and their families.
“It is truly an honor that the Ante- lope Valley has been recognized as a 2022 Great American Defense Com- munity,” said Palmdale Mayor Steve Hofbauer. “Palmdale has a long and deep relationship with Edwards Air Force Base, Air Force Plant 42, and more than 80 prominent aerospace, commercial space, defense companies, and suppliers who to provide our na- tion with cutting edge aerospace tech- nology to equip our military forces with the best resources available in their mission of keeping all of us safe and free. The Antelope Valley, also known as Aerospace Valley, is also home to thousands of veterans and military professionals who have the full support and respect of the resi- dents and business community in our region.”
Communities are chosen through a competitive nomination process based on integration, support and collabora- tion with installations and community building efforts, such as educational and employment opportunities. This year, the Great American Defense Communities Program has a special
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