Lebanon City Council approves fireworks contract for America's Semi Quincentennial celebration

The Lebanon City Council meeting on May 12, 2025, focused on significant legislative decisions, particularly regarding fireworks services for the upcoming America's Semi Quincentennial celebration on July 4, 2026.

During the meeting, the council discussed two key council bills related to fireworks displays. The first, Council Bill 68-49, aimed to approve an agreement with the Lebanon Kiwanis Club for fireworks services. However, this bill was ultimately voted down by the council, with all members opposing it. The council noted that this piece of legislation was no longer necessary, as a replacement bill was forthcoming.

The second bill, Council Bill 68-50, proposed a sole source contract with Premier Pyrotechnics of Richland, Missouri. This contract would allow the city to secure fireworks services for the celebration, with a budget of up to $30,000. The council emphasized the importance of reserving the date for the vendor and mentioned that a deposit of $15,000 would be required to finalize the arrangement.

The discussions highlighted the council's commitment to ensuring a successful celebration while navigating the logistics of contracting services. The next steps will involve finalizing the contract with Premier Pyrotechnics and preparing for the upcoming event.