From the Commander of the American Legion Botts-Fiorito Post #576, Le Roy:
It is with a deep sense of regret that the Commander and Post members announce the cancellation of the 2020 Annual Memorial Day Parade, originally scheduled for May 25.
Due to social uncertainty surrounding this date, it is felt that it is in the best interest of the safety and well-being of all involved to cancel the celebration at this time.
This decision did not come lightly, nor without the consideration of the involvement of so many individuals, organizations, and entertainment providers.
The Post members are developing a simple, but significant program that will serve to observe the holiday that was created to honor the many American men and women who died in military service.
We, like several other organizations in the area are taking this same action. There is just too much uncertainty and risk at this point (due to the coronavirus pandemic), and not enough confidence that to continue with the program would be in the best interest of all involved.
