“As an act of love, respect and gratitude, to honor the life and memory of Deputy Joshua Owen; and as an act of support for all law enforcement and first responders who are charged with protecting and serving our community; I am inviting all businesses and residents in the City of Alexandria to fly their American flag at half-mast from Friday, April 21 at 8:00 a.m. to Monday, April 24 at 8:00 a.m.”