This story has been updated with new information. This article originally appeared on The Providence Journal: After Palestinian flag conflict, Smiley creates an official flag policy for Providence.

Providence Mayor Brett Smiley signed a new order establishing a flag policy for the city. The city raised a Palestinian flag on May 16, sparking debate amongst residents.

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Smiley told 12 News on Wednesday that he was surprised to learn the city did not already have a flag policy on the books. “It just had never been an issue before.

Providence Mayor Brett Smiley signed a new order establishing a flag policy for the city. The city raised a Palestinian flag on May 16, sparking debate amongst residents.