This year the Clermont Police Department will be hosting the annual Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR) for Special Olympics Florida on Tuesday, October 26, 2021, at the Special Olympics Florida Headquarters, 1915 Don Wickham Drive, Clermont.
Registration will begin in front of the Special Olympics Florida Headquarters at 9:00 am. The event will kick off at 10:00 am with speeches from City of Clermont Mayor Tim Murry and Clermont Police Chief Charles Broadway. At approximately 10:20 am, all walkers will begin and at around 10:45 am. all runners will begin the race. Those who would like to participate in the race must purchase a 2021 Special Olympics Florida Law Enforcement Torch Run shirt, which will be available at registration.
“It’s only 3.2 miles and you could walk, run, crawl or bike”, says Clermont Police Chief Charles Broadway. The main objective of this walk/run is to promote awareness and raise funds for Special Olympics and persons with special needs.
The Special Olympics Torch Run is founded on the special bond of respect and appreciation that exists between the Special Olympic Athletes and Law Enforcement Officers. This event will also be a great day for camaraderie and exercise. The symbolic torch is brought in from overseas and passed from each Law Enforcement agency within the state of Florida. The LETR is a worthwhile event that makes a positive impact in the community we serve and the Clermont Police Department is asking for your participation and support.
