After visiting the new, beautiful, City of Moline Riverside pool, I was upset not to see an American flag anywhere on the multi-million dollar, taxpayer funded pool property. I left a voicemail with the Director of Parks and Recreation regarding my concern. His voicemail response to me was a new flagpole was not in the original plan, due to the cost, but assured me it was a possible project for the fall.
He also noted there is a flag at the Little League baseball diamonds and the Riverside Cemetery. With the Fourth of July next week, I’m not feeling the patriotism with his response. The City of Moline Parks and Recreation department should reevaluate their priorities and explore other options to display an American flag at the new pool complex.
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