Rep. Veach to Collect Weathered Flags for Proper Retirement

Posted on May 31, 2023

HARTFORD – State Representative Donna Veach (R-30) in cooperation with the American Legion Post 68 in Berlin, are sponsoring a drop box at the town hall to collect any worn, faded, or tattered American flags for a proper retirement ceremony that will take place on Flag Day. The collection will run through Tuesday, June 13.

Collection Site:
Berlin Town Hall – Town Manager’s Office
240 Kensington Road, Berlin

The U.S. Flag Code specifies that the flag, when it is in such condition that it is no longer a fitting emblem for display, should be destroyed in a dignified way, preferably by burning. All flags collected during this time will be brought to the American Legion Post 68 located at 154 Porters Pass in Kensington for a retirement ceremony to be held on Wednesday, June 14 at 5:00 p.m.

Anyone with questions is encouraged to either call (860) 240-8700 or email Representative Veach at Donna.Veach@housegop.ct.gov.

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