However, a discussion hasn’t appeared on the council’s agenda, despite many vocal residents demanding such an opportunity. Since then, small groups have met every Saturday to continue rallying in support of the Pride Flag and speakers have gathered at the past two city council meetings to voice their request.
In Rancho Santa Margarita, 1,276 people signed an online petition and approximately 50 people rallied in front of city hall May 22 urging city officials to raise the flag. Other cities - including Rancho Santa Margarita, Westminster and Orange - decided against hoisting the flag. As More OC Cities Fly Pride Flag Each Year, Others Still Concerned it Could Divide Residents Close
