The district-wide Magnolia ISD flag designing contest came to an end in April. The city presented the winning design—which will become the official city flag—at a Council meeting April 10.

The winning flag was designed by Miguel Miranda of Magnolia West High School, who received a check for $250 from the city. His design was chosen from 26 entries.

"The flag of Magnolia has a meaning and ties to the values of our community and the heraldry of our history," said Paul Mendes, Magnolia's city administrator, at the Council meeting.

Mendes wrote an accompanying legend for the flag that explains its meaning. The colors—maroon and green—represent the base color of the community and schools and Magnolia's history in the lumber industry.

The city hopes to have the flag on display at City Hall for the May 8 Council meeting.

Two runner-up designs were also presented. Kate Bransen, of Magnolia Junior High, achieved second place. The city plans to use her design on its website, according to Deborah Rose Miller, Magnolia's economic development coordinator. Devin Beach, another MJH student, placed third. His design will be used in a banner that will hang from street lights on FM 1774 once they are installed. Both Bransen and Beach received $100 checks from the city.

Magnolia City Council, City Hall, 18111 Buddy Riley Blvd., www.cityofmagnolia.com

May 8 at 7 p.m.

Meetings are the second Tuesday of the month.