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11/21/24

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Vote for the Jasper County Flag

Of the flag designs submitted the Jasper County Flag Commission selected 5 flags in addition to the current flag to put to a public vote.

Vote for your Favorite Flag Design
https://form.jotform.com/243236068132148

or

Vote In Person at the following Locations:
Jasper County Clerk’s Office
204 W. Washington Street, Ste. 2
Newton, IL  62448

Jasper County Chamber of Commerce
124 S. Van Buren St
Newton, IL 62448

Newton Public Library
100 S. Van Buren St
Newton, IL 62448

 

Background:
The commission was created on September 19, 2024, by the Jasper County Board.

The commission will select up to 5 designs based on how they reflect the identity of Jasper County and will host an online public survey for the public to vote on their favorites or to keep the current flag.  Voting will begin on November 21, 2024, and last until January 6, 2025.

After public feedback, the commission will report its findings to the Jasper County Board, whose members will vote on whether to adopt a new flag or retain the current flag design.

 

Guidelines:
Some general guidance for submissions includes:

  • Design elements can include the natural features of the county, the history and culture of the county.
  • No limit on flag shape or ratio but designs may be edited by the commission.
  • No limit on color but we recommend less than four colors for clarity of design.
  • Participants can email (preferred) or mail their submission to Jasper County Flag Commission, 204 W Washington, Ste. 2, Newton, IL 62448.
  • Participants are required to provide their first and last name, address, email address, and phone number.  They are also asked to explain their relationship to Jasper County and provided a description of their flag entry.
  • There should be no watermarks or frames around the image.
  • By submitting a design to the Commission, the designer is authorizing the Commission and the County of Jasper to take ownership of the design.
  • Persons under 18 may submit designs if submitted in coordination with a parent/guardian, teacher or adult mentor.
  • Designs cannot be copied from other designs or use existing logos or copyright materials; however, the design can include elements or reproduction of the County Seal or prior County flag.
  • Designs cannot be AI-generated.
  • Submissions are limited to three per person.

 

What a Good Flag Can Do:
When you have a good flag, it allows the citizens to show their identity and their community pride.  You can sell souvenirs and showcase your community to the broader world through the flag.  There are tremendous benefits to having a good flag.

 

Jasper County Flag Commission
For more information, on the Jasper County Flag Commission visit: jaspercountyillinois.gov/flagcommission/

 

Contact Us
For more information, please contact us at [email protected]

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