Elk River City Council Seeks Public Input on Flying Former Minnesota State Flag
Published: March 13, 2026 |
ELK RIVER MN: The Elk River City Council is expected to consider a proposal next month regarding which state flag should be displayed on city property.
Officials announced that the council will review a resolution that would allow the former Minnesota state flag to be flown at city facilities. The proposal will be discussed during the council’s meeting on April 6 at 6:30 p.m.
The meeting will take place in Elk River, Minnesota, where council members say they want to hear directly from residents before making a decision.
City leaders are inviting community members to share their thoughts in two ways:
Online: Residents can submit feedback through a public comment form. The form will remain open until 9 a.m. on Thursday, April 2.
In person: Residents may also attend the April 6 meeting and speak during the General Business agenda item.
According to the city, feedback submitted through the online form and comments posted on social media will be compiled and included in the council’s meeting packet ahead of the discussion.
The online form can be accessed here: https://bit.ly/4sArA7J
The issue comes as communities across Minnesota continue to debate the transition to the state’s newly adopted flag and how, or whether, the former flag should continue to be displayed in certain locations.
The Elk River City Council is expected to review public input before deciding whether to move forward with the resolution.