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Council introduces ordinance to curb private commercial use of city seals, logos and flags
Summary
Councilmembers voted to introduce an ordinance that would prohibit private commercial use of Farmington Hills’ official seal, logos and flag while allowing permissioned use for city service providers and consultants; it will return for a second reading at the next meeting.
Council voted to introduce an ordinance to add a new chapter titled City Seals, Logos, and Flags that would prohibit use of the city's official seal, logos and flag for private commercial purposes while preserving the ability to grant permission for limited uses.
The draft ordinance—prepared after a recent study-session discussion—includes provisions to allow city service providers and consultants to use city logos in presentations or RFP materials where appropriate, but would bar use for advertising outside the city's service context. The draft also recognizes multiple city logos, clarifies the stamped city seal used on official documents, and provides a mechanism for granting permission under Section 32-36.
A councilmember who supported the motion said the ordinance is intended to prevent third parties from implying city endorsement for commercial gain and to protect the official seal and flag. Council approved introduction; the measure will return for a second reading and possible adoption at a future meeting.
