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CONSIDERATION TO ADOPT AN OFFICIAL MARTIN COUNTY FLAG II
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
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The Board of County Commissioners is being asked to adopt an official Martin County flag, approve a budget to support its display and implementation, and acknowledge that the flag will be in the public domain and not subject to copyright restrictions.
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DEPARTMENT: Administration
PREPARED BY: Name: George M. Stokus
Title: Assistant County Administrator
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PROCEDURES: None
BACKGROUND/RELATED STRATEGIC GOAL:
On April 8, 2025, the Martin County Board of County Commissioners directed staff to prepare an item outlining the process and key considerations for the creation and adoption of an official Martin County flag. On May 20, 2025, the Board further directed staff to contact the North American Vexillological Association (NAVA) to request complimentary consultation and design services.
Following this direction, staff consulted with NAVA and produced a wide range of potential designs that reflected NAVA's recommended best practices for governmental flag design. Through continued consultation and internal review, staff narrowed the selection to two final designs for the Board's consideration and selection.
Option A is inspired by the official Martin County Seal. The design features the County's sailfish emblem prominently at the center, a sun in the upper right corner, and the words "Martin County" displayed along the lower portion. All colors incorporated in this design are drawn directly from the existing County Seal.
Option B highlights Martin County's newly recognized champion Black Mangrove Tree. The design places the tree against the outline of the sun, with four horizontal lines below representing the County's three rivers and Lake Okeechobee. The words "Martin County" are displayed along the lower portion. All colors are consistent with those included in the County Seal, wi...
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