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Politics & Government

State Rep. McCarty to Host Flag Collection

Got a worn American flag in need of retirement?

HARTFORD – In honor of Flag Day, State Rep. Kathleen McCarty (R-38) will be hosting a flag collection in cooperation with the Waterford VFW Post 6573 for constituents to retire their worn American Flags.

WHEN: May 25 – June 12, 2015

WHERE: Waterford Town Hall, 15 Rope Ferry Road, Waterford, CT

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The U.S. Flag Code specifies that old American flags no longer in service must be properly disposed of. Rep. McCarty encourages all district constituents to come by and drop off flags to be retired in an honorable manner between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.

This event is free of charge and open to the public. If you have any questions, or are unable to attend but would still like to connect with Rep. McCarty, please call 1-800-842-1423 for more information.

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