Milpitas, CA · Santa Clara County
Policy and Application Form for Flag Ceremony
Organizations use this application to request a flag ceremony at a City of Milpitas flagpole and provide details about the proposed event.
What this form is
This application lets an organization request a flag ceremony at a City of Milpitas flagpole. The city says to submit it at least 45 days before the requested date so there is time to advertise a public hearing; all ceremonies require City Council approval. The form asks for the requesting agency’s contact details and the proposed flag, ceremony date, and estimated duration.
Who needs it
An organization seeking a flag ceremony at a City of Milpitas flagpole should complete and submit this application.
How to submit it
Submit the application to the City Manager’s office at least 45 days before the requested ceremony date. Contact the City Clerk’s office at 586-3001 for additional information or assistance.
About notarization
This application is signed and dated without a notary; it mentions no notarized or sworn attachment, so the applicant simply signs and dates it.
How to submit this form
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Download The Application
Download the Flag Ceremony Application PDF.
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Complete The Application
Enter the agency and contact details and describe the proposed flag, ceremony date, and estimated duration.
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Gather Any Attachments
The document does not specify required attachments. It says the organization is responsible for providing any special equipment, including the flag.
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Submit To The City
Submit the application to the City Manager’s office at least 45 days before the requested ceremony date.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a notary for the Flag Ceremony Application?
- No. The application has a signature and date line but no notary block. It mentions no notarized or sworn attachment, so the applicant simply signs and dates it.
- How do I submit the Flag Ceremony Application?
- Submit the application to the City Manager’s office at least 45 days before the requested ceremony date. Contact the City Clerk’s office at 586-3001 for assistance.
- What information does the application ask for?
- It asks for the request date and time, agency name and address, contact details, and proposed activity, including the flag, ceremony date, and estimated duration.
- Does submitting the application guarantee approval?
- No. The document says all flag ceremonies must be approved by the City Council, and it includes an office-use section for the Council’s approval or denial.
Need something notarized?
This Policy and Application Form for Flag Ceremony doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Milpitas form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.