CREWS BEGIN MOUNTING NEW FLAGPOLE ONTO WASHINGTON CO. COURTHOUSE

  

Workers have begun raising a new flagpole onto the Washington County Courthouse roof.

Crews were seen this (Friday) morning starting the process of raising and mounting the 50-foot counter balanced flagpole.  Washington County Facilities Manager Bobby Branham said he expects the work to be completed today.

The flag project came after completion of the roof replacement project, which started at the beginning of August.  Washington County Commissioners in July approved the purchase of the flagpole and mounting base for $22,800.

County officials said at the time of purchase that the flagpole will allow for twice the amount of Christmas lights than the old radio tower previously on the courthouse roof.