The San Carlos City Council made history during its November 12, 2024 session by officially adopting the city’s first-ever official flag. Note that although there is a “City Seal” flag that is flown at the City Hall, it has no formal designation. The landmark decision for an official city flag coincides with preparations for the city’s Centennial celebrations, making it a significant and symbolic milestone for San Carlos.
Council Approves Eight City Flag Designs
During the meeting, Councilmember Ron Collins introduced the agenda item, this being one of his final contributions as a council member before he retires after this term. Presented by City Attorney Greg Rubens, the resolution included eight flag designs, each featuring distinct elements that represent San Carlos’s identity and history:
- City Seal Flags: Traditional city seal on both white and green backgrounds.
- 100-Year City Seal Flags: Traditional city seal with words “100 Years” on both white and green backgrounds.
- Centennial Flags: Incorporating the new Centennial seal with white and green background options.
- City of Good Living Flags: Highlighting the city’s iconic motto in white and navy blue background.
After a comprehensive discussion, the Council, in support of Councilmember Ron Collin’s choice, unanimously designated the 100-Year City Seal Flag as the city’s official flag.
Multiple Flags for Versatile Use
While the “100 Years” City Seal Flag will fly as the official emblem, the Council also approved all eight designs for official use. This decision allows flexibility in displaying different flags for various events and settings. For example, the “City of Good Living” flag is expected to resonate with residents who wish to showcase their local pride, while the traditional and Centennial flags will feature prominently at city facilities and formal events.
Flags to Be Made Publicly Available
The Council also explored how residents and organizations could acquire the flags. Plans are underway to include the flags in the city’s upcoming Centennial online merchandise store, as well as through other local outlets like the San Carlos Museum. In this context, Councilmember Rak also inquired about the guidelines and restrictions governing the use of the official flags in various public settings.
Community and Council Reaction
Councilmember Ron Collins shared his appreciation for all the flag designs, jokingly suggesting he might buy a flagpole to display them based on his mood. Mayor Dugan humorously supported the notion of giving Councilmember Collins a complete set of city flags.
In conclusion, the resolution received unanimous support from the Council. Mayor Dugan highlighted the importance of establishing a flag to foster civic pride and enhance the city’s Centennial celebrations. With the flag officially adopted, residents can expect to see it prominently displayed during the city’s upcoming Centennial celebrations and beyond.
For updates on flag availability and other Centennial-related merchandise, visit the city’s Centennial website.
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