The City of Gig Harbor's American Flag Display goes up and down on power poles through out the community multiple times a year including Memorial Day, 4th of July and other holidays. City crews make sure this job gets done through out the year, installing some 50 flags each time.
Now the public is encouraged to step up and help replace many of the flags that are frayed and faded. City budget cuts prevent purchasing new flags, but Mayor Hunter and others are looking to individual citizens to assist.
New flags can be donated to the city to replace the older ones, starting today and through July 1st. Flags must be new and unused, 3'x5' and polyester. Many Gig Harbor area stores have flags with these specifications in stock for less than $20 including Ace Hardware (Point Fosdick), Ace Hardware (Judson), Costco, Target, Rexal, Rite Aid and Home Depot.
Citizens wishing to donate flags can drop them off at the Gig Harbor Visitor Information Center, located at 3125 Judson Street. The Visitor Center is open 10am-4pm every day except Tuesday and Sundays from 11am-3pm. After hours the flags can be dropped in the mail slot at the Visitor Information Center.
This is a great way to allow individuals to contribute in a patriotic way to their community. Questions can be directed to the Gig Harbor Marketing Office (253) 853-3554.
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