Local Scout Troup 137 participated in the official Flag Day Ceremony recently held at the Chattanooga Elks Lodge 91. Following the Ceremony, the Scout Troup presented the Lodge with a Flag Retirement Box which will be displayed in the Lodge Lobby.
The Flag Retirement Box presented by Scout Troup 137 will be available to anyone in the community needing to retire an American flag according to Exalted Ruler/President of the Chattanooga Elks Lodge David Thompson, Sr.
“We were honored to receive the Retirement Box from the Scouts of Troup 137.
They have been and continue to be an excellent support group for many of our events promoting Americanism.
“Over the last six years, the local Scouts have participated in our official Flag Day Ceremony; as well as other events promoting Americanism and Community in our area. We are very proud of these young boys and girls who show respect for God, family and community,” he said.
The Chattanooga Elks Lodge hold an traditional disposal of retired American Flags each year. The box will house those retired flags until they can be properly disposed.