VA Loma Linda Hosts "Topping Out"
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VA Loma Linda Healthcare System to host a traditional milestone ceremony.
Photo Courtesy of: Mr. Joseph McKee, VA
An aerial view of the Loma Linda VAMC and surrounding landscape March 6, 2015.
Photo Courtesy of: Mr. Joseph McKee, VA
Department of California Disabled American Veterans Department Legislative Director Mr. Richard Valdez, PSC signs the final beam during the "Topping Off" ceremony held at the Loma Linda VAMC March 20, 2015. "Topping Off" is a traditional iron workers’ ceremony marking the point when a structure’s last steel beam is hoisted into place. This final beam was painted white and signed by staff, contractors and veterans before being topped off with an evergreen tree and flag.
Photo Courtesy of: Mr. Joseph McKee, VA
U.S. House of Representatives Peter Aguilar signs the final beam during the "Topping Off" ceremony.
Photo Courtesy of: Mr. Joseph McKee, VA
Construction workers place the final beam during a "Topping Off" ceremony held at the Loma Linda VAMC March 20, 2015 Loma Linda Cal. Topping off is a traditional iron workers’ ceremony marking the point when a structure’s last steel beam is hoisted into place.
March 25, 2015 at 11:08am. Views: 55
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