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Brewer describes the flag's history and origins under Borough President James Otto

New York City Council · Aug 13, 2026 · starts 0:00:59 · 29 sec

Brewer explains the flag was commissioned by then-Borough President James Otto and replaced a previous flag that was roundly disliked by Staten Island residents. The bill simply codifies the flag already in use.

Gale A. Brewer

The flag that will be codified.

Gale A. Brewer

I have an idea.

Gale A. Brewer

The flag that will be codified by Councilmember Morano's bill has been in use since 2016, replacing a flag that was roundly disliked by Staten Island residents.

Gale A. Brewer

I think Jimmy Otto has something to do with this.

Gale A. Brewer

This bill simply codifies a flag that the borough already uses.

Gale A. Brewer

Which will allow it to be used at official events.