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Centerville council discusses ideas for U.S. 250th anniversary: trees, time capsule, parade themes

6490652 · October 22, 2025
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Council members and staff discussed potential Centerville events and legacy projects to mark the 250th anniversary of the United States, including tree plantings, a time capsule, quilts and community service projects. Staff will form a committee of volunteers from city boards to develop proposals.

Council members and staff opened a broad discussion about ways Centerville might recognize the 250th anniversary of the United States in 2026. Ideas mentioned included planting trees as a living legacy, creating a time capsule, featuring the theme in Fourth of July programming, a…

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