Ok gang, I'm on top of this. I called the Greeley police Dept. this morning and recieved a call back. The group has been issued a permit to protest on the street across from the church. There is nothing the police can do about it, BUT the police told me that there is no ordinance against parking on the street in front of the protestors.
A patriotic individual is going to park a large semi truck and trailer on the street directly in front of the protestors to block their view of the church. This is completely legal acording to the police. Therefore I hope the family cannot see these sick wacko's.
Unfortunately I have to be at work, but I urge all who can attend to show their support to the troops any way they can. I do know that the group Healing Fields is pulling out thier stockpile of American flags for the event and I think the wacko's will be completely overwhelmed by the patriotic response of our community.
God Bless our troops.
Due to work obligations, I was not able to stop and participate. However, I was able to drive by.
God Bless the Union Colony Fire Department, who parked a ladder engine RIGHT IN FRONT of the protesters, and, raised the ladder a bit, obscuring the protesters.
And, across the street, in front of the church, not a semi truck, but a Prevost custom coach parked to obstruct their view as well.
Add in about 50+ flag-wavers, 20+ Harleys ("Peace through superior horsepower") revving their engines, and no one knew the protesters were ever there. I estimate a maximum of one dozen protesters showed up.
I HAVE PICTURES - but don't have a way to post - someone please send me a private message with an email address, and I'll be glad to send photos.
Heavy police presence EVERYWHERE.