As we continue to explore the significance of flags in the Batavia community, we talk about the origins and impact of the Batavia Community flag, and the Unity Pride flag, relatively new symbols in the town.

Featured on this episode:

• Flag expert Marty Callahan, chair of the Batavia flag design contest committee
• High school student Rachel Agro, designer of the Batavia Community flag
• High school graphic design teacher Kathleen Tieri Ton, who helped helped educate students and others in the community about how they can help bring a Batavia community flag to life. Kathleen is also the teacher sponsor for the BHS Pride Alliance.
• Council member Dan Chanzit, Batavia's first openly gay City Council member, who was integral in the Unity Pride flag being raised at City Hall.

This season of Area Code: Batavia is presented by BEI Real Estate. Visit their website for available spaces at www.beicre.com or reach out directly: 630-879-3680.

This episode of Area Code: Batavia is sponsored by Bulldog Plumbing. To schedule an appointment, call: 630-313-9109.

Recommended Businesses

These are the amazing local businesses that make Area Code: Batavia possible. These businesses are more than just sponsors; they're invested in our community and share our vision for a vibrant, connected Batavia.

• Commercial Real Estate: BEI Real Estate
• Plumbing: Bulldog Plumbing
• Marketing Agency: Plimsoll
• Dementia Care Services: Dragonfly Senior Navigation Services
• Exterior and Interior Contractor: 212° Construction Group
• Home & Auto Insurance: Tyler Nelson – Country Financial

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Area Code: Batavia is produced by Area Code Audio. It's hosted and produced by Richard Clark. Edited and mixed by Matt Linder. Additional production help from Jennifer Clark.