Board backs redesign of state flag (MS)
Carl Smith
October 6, 2015 10:39:42 AM
The Greater Starkville Development Board of Directors is asking Starkville aldermen and Oktibbeha County supervisors to issue resolutions calling upon lawmakers to redesign the Mississippi state flag.
The .. board unanimously passed a resolution last month requesting a redesign occur "to provide a more welcoming environment for residents, economic development projects and tourists alike" ...
"Perception is critical as it relates to tourism and economic development," said GSDP CEO Jennifer Gregory. "The GSDP's mission is to foster an environment in which both tourism and economic development are priorities, and equality and acceptance are paramount to both. I'm very proud that the GSDP Board of Directors prepared this resolution to strongly encourage our state leaders to consider a flag redesign to promote a more unified Mississippi" ...
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