Flags To Be Lowered for Memorial Day

Spokane Mayor Lisa Brown ordered flags at all city facilities to be lowered to half-staff on May 26 in observance of Memorial Day. This directive aligns with Governor Bob Ferguson’s order for state and U. S. flags at state agency facilities. Memorial Day is observed on the last Monday of May and honors those who died while serving in the armed forces.

The city encourages residents to participate in this recognition by lowering flags outside their homes or businesses. Information regarding planned city closures for Memorial Day is accessible through the city’s website. The initiative reflects the community's commitment to honoring the sacrifices made by military personnel. Memorial Day has been a tradition for decades, serving as a reminder of the cost of freedom. This observance reinforces local values of respect and remembrance for those who served.