Documented government record
What happened
Resolution opposing adoption of current flag
Outcome: Adopted
Attributed public record
What people said
Resolution 2024-7 (Resolution in Opposition to Redesigning the State Flag and Seal): urges legislative delegation and Governor to reject SERC work and retain existing state seal and flag. Motion by Kangas, seconded by Noon; roll call 5-0.
Wadena County Board · Organization ·
“Commissioner Kangas: this is erasing history; supports the resolution.”
Jon Kangas ·
“Commissioner Stearns: history is very important. Erasing the flag is not going to erase the history and the new flag stands for nothing in his mind; would vote in favor of the resolution.”
Bill Stearns ·
“Commissioner Noon: numerous people in his district talk about the change and there were no positive comments about the change.”
Ron Noon ·
“Commissioner Weyer sees the history in the current flag and supports the resolution.”
Mike Weyer ·
Evidence
Primary records and sources
Resolution 2024-07 In Opposition To Redesigning The State Flag And Seal
Secondary sources
Local and regional reporting
County hears public opposition to new Minnesota state flag
Analytical data
Community context
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