Celebrating the life and accomplishments of Colonel Richard Kidd and honoring him for his service to his country.

SCR 17 is a ceremonial resolution honoring Colonel Richard G. Kidd III (1936-2024), a retired U.S. Army colonel and Forest Grove, Oregon, community leader. It recognizes his 32-year military service (including Vietnam War combat and multiple Bronze Stars), 65-year marriage, and 25 years of civic leadership as a city council member, mayor, and volunteer. The resolution formally celebrates his life and accomplishments, with a copy presented to his family as a gesture of respect. As a commemorative resolution, it does not create new laws or affect any policies.