Salute Our Troops Banner Program
In every corner of our City, there are stories of valor, dedication and resilience waiting to be celebrated. A unique banner program is being launched to honor and pay tribute to those brave individuals who selflessly serve or have served in the U.S. Armed Forces. This program symbolizes our gratitude and respect for those who have sacrificed to keep us safe and secure.
Honorees must currently reside or have an immediate family member who resides in Wentzville and also be one of the following:
- Presently serving full-time active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces
- A retired or honorably discharged military veteran
- A member of the U.S. Armed Forces who died while on active duty
Banners will be displayed on light poles in select areas of Wentzville between Memorial Day and Veterans Day. Locations are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. We will accept the first 40 to complete the application and submit payment. These banners will serve as a visual reminder of the extraordinary people who call our community home and inspire us to strive for greatness.
Submission of application requires: application, proof of City of Wentzville residency, military verification (DD214 – Veteran, Military ID – Active Duty), 5 inch x 7 inch quality photo in .jpg format of serviceperson in uniform, $150 payment to the City of Wentzville.
Submission of application does not guarantee acceptance or reservation. Applications will be selected on a first-come first-served basis providing all necessary information has been received.
Banners will be displayed Memorial Day-Veteran's Day.
Below are links that may prove useful in obtaining military records.
-Veterans or next of kin may request records here*.
-Information on accessing Military Personnel Files for the General Public can be found here.
*Next-of-kin (the un-remarried widow or widower, son, daughter, father, mother, brother or sister of the deceased veteran) must provide proof of death of the veteran, such as a copy of the death certificate, a letter from the funeral home or a published obituary.
Applications for 2024 closed as of March 17. Please check back in January 2025 for 2025 applications.
