For Immediate Release:

Contact: Bill Doughty, APR, 678-512-3274

City hopes to see ‘Flags Over Johns Creek’ encourage patriotism, support
Residents, businesses urged to fly Stars and Stripes from June 14 to July 4.

JOHNS CREEK, Georgia—May 12, 2008—The City of Johns Creek is encouraging residents and business owners to show their patriotism by displaying an American flag starting on Flag Day, June 14 and continuing through the Fourth of July.

The initiative, dubbed “Flags Over Johns Creek,” is designed to encourage patriotism, inspire citizens to think about the meaning of the American flag, and serve as a symbol of support for troops abroad, said Council Member Liz Hausmann, who suggested the program.

“I don’t think we can do enough as individuals or as a community to encourage knowledge of and respect for this symbol of freedom and democracy,” Hausmann said. “Likewise, we can never do enough to express our appreciation for the men and women serving in our armed forces. I think it would be an awe-inspiring sight to see a flag flying at every home and business in Johns Creek.”

City officials are planning a formal announcement ceremony for the initiative on Thursday, May 15 at 4:30 pm at City Hall. More details and additional activities will be described at that time.

About the City of Johns Creek
Located in Metro-Atlanta, Johns Creek is the 10th largest city in Georgia. It was incorporated December 1, 2006, following a voter referendum July 18, 2006. For more information, visit the City Web site at www.JohnsCreekGA.gov.

For more information, visit the City of Johns Creek Web site at www.JohnsCreekGA.gov.

Press Contact:
Bill Doughty, APR
Director of Communications
City of Johns Creek
P 678-512-3274

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