With the passing of former State Representative V. George Carey on September 11, 2016 Governor Markell has ordered the American and Delaware flags at state buildings and facilities be flown at half-staff beginning Tuesday morning, September 13th as a mark of respect for Representative Carey and his service to Delaware. Representative Carey faithfully served the residents of the 36th District from 1984-2010. During his time in the legislature, he championed agriculture issues as a member of the Agriculture Committee and was key in the establishment of the Agricultural Lands Preservation Foundation.
Flags are to be returned to full staff at close of business on the day of Representative Carey’s interment, Thursday September 15th.