Pride flags are back up in the town of Erie after backlash from the community. The flags on municipal property were taken down last week, to the surprise of many in the community.
Officials said the town’s current flag and street decor policy limits ceremonial flag displays to those supported by a presidential or gubernatorial proclamation. They said the condition was not met this year because neither President Donald Trump nor Gov. Jared Polis had issued such a proclamation.
“The Town of Erie today reaffirms its deep commitment to inclusion, equity, and the rights of LGBTQIA+ individuals, following community concern over the recent removal of Pride flags from municipal property,” the town said in a statement Monday. It also noted a proclamation for June as Pride Month…