Kane Co. Introduces 'Flag Retirement' Boxes

GENEVA, IL — Kane County has introduced a new way to recycle flags. In partnership with the National Association of Counties and the National Flag Foundation, the county has installed a flag retirement box at the Kane County Government Center at 719 S Batavia Ave, Geneva, in Building A on the ground floor in the Veterans office hallway, according to a news release.

Flags should be folded respectfully before being placed in the box.

“The flag, when it is in such condition that it is no longer a fitting emblem of display, should be destroyed in a dignified way, preferably by burning," according to the United States Flag Code.

The county will be working in partnership with the Batavia VFW who will assure the proper disposal of the worn flags through retiring them with proper ceremony, according to the news release.

“Our hope is that this centrally-located drop-off location provides convenience while respecting our national symbol,” said Chris Lauzen, Kane County Board Chairman. “The county values all that our flag represents. We are united in helping citizens to respect our great nation while disposing of old or worn out flags.”