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Council debate over allowing flags mounted to trees ends after motion fails for lack of second
Summary
Council considered an ordinance amendment to allow flags to be displayed on trees, but a motion to approve the change failed for lack of a second after members raised concerns about U.S. Flag Code, permanence and unintended sign or political-flag implications.
Council discussed a proposed amendment to the city's flags and flagpoles ordinance that would permit flags to be posted on trees. After extended discussion about the U.S. Flag Code, display standards and potential side effects, a motion to approve the amendment failed for lack of a second.
The item, introduced by city staff member Mr. Perez,…
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