The Committee is made up of members of the Oneida Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution, The Military Order of the Purple Heart CNY Chapter 490, and Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 944. It is being supported by Mayor Palmieri's Office and the Utica Common Council, Mayor Hopsicker and the Whitesboro Village Council, Mayor Ryan and the Village of NH Council, New Hartford Town Council Members and Town Supervisor, Mayor Izzo of Rome, Mayor Mahoney of Yorkville, and Oneida County Executive Picente.
The primary sponsors are NYSCOPBA, Harley Davidson of Utica and Adirondack Bank.
The cost of the banner is $150, and hanging hardware is $70. Donations received are covering the cost of the hardware. Banners will be displayed each year from Memorial Day to Veterans Day for a 3 year period.