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Council debates future of New Year's Eve block party; decides to revisit next meeting
Summary
Council reviewed attendance, sponsorship and cost data for the New Year's Eve block party and fireworks; opinions diverged on whether to continue the event, shorten the program, or shift a fireworks show to the Christmas tree lighting. Council agreed to continue the discussion at the next meeting.
Events staff and council discussed whether to continue Hiram's New Year's Eve block party. Staff reviewed vendor responses, past attendance and sponsorship history and said the event had lower turnout than hoped in prior years. Staff and council members outlined financial and staffing concerns: the event can cost roughly $10,000'$15,000 for fireworks and requires police and public works staffing.
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