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PFLAG Bowie asks council to fly Pride flag in June, offers to provide flag and help organize event
Summary
A PFLAG Bowie representative urged the council during public comment to fly a Pride flag to show support for LGBTQ+ families and offered to buy the flag and any hanging hardware and to collaborate on a flag‑raising event.
A representative of PFLAG Bowie addressed the Bowie City Council during the public comment period on April 7, 2025, urging the city to fly a Pride flag in June to signal that Bowie welcomes LGBTQ+ families and to offer the group’s assistance in organizing any flag‑raising ceremony.
The speaker said families consider visible symbols when deciding where to move and described the Pride flag as “a signal of hope” for parents seeking welcoming schools and gender‑affirming health services. The speaker offered: “PFLAG Bowie would be happy to purchase the flag for the city and any necessary hanging hardware,” and also offered to collaborate on associated festivities.
The comment concluded with the group thanking council members and noting a willingness to partner with the city on events and outreach. The council acknowledged the comment during the meeting’s public comment response.
