On October 25, 2019 the North Providence Police Department held our 1st Annual Military Appreciation Luncheon. This event was one of Colonel Tikoian’s many initiatives to offer support and respect to our police officers who serve in the armed forces. Also this event recognized those veterans who have formerly served helping to paving the way for the soldiers of the present and future. During the event Colonel Tikoian was awarded a certificate and service coin for his unfeigned support of the armed services by the Rhode Island Army Recruitment Company who is a mobile unit based out of the Pentagon.