New York City Council members will convene a committee meeting on Thursday, August 13, 2026, to decide on a bill that would place Staten Island's existing flag into the city’s legal code. The proposal, introduced by Councilmember Frank Morano, seeks to give formal recognition to the banner that has long flown over the borough without an official legislative endorsement.
Staten Island currently uses a flag that has never been adopted through city legislation. While the design has become a familiar symbol for residents and local institutions, its unofficial status has left it without the protections and formal acknowledgment that other borough flags enjoy. The lack of codification prompted the council’s initiative, aiming to align Staten Island’s flag with the procedural standards applied to the other four boroughs. By embedding the flag’s description in city law, officials hope to solidify its standing and ensure consistent use in municipal settings.
The committee’s vote will determine whether the measure proceeds to the full council for further consideration. Should the proposal clear the committee stage, it will be scheduled for debate and a possible vote by the entire council body. Councilmember Morano and supporters of the bill have indicated that formal adoption would resolve the existing ambiguity surrounding the flag’s legal status. The outcome of Thursday’s session will shape the next steps in the effort to officially recognize Staten Island’s flag within New York City’s statutory framework.