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Rexburg council approves budget adjustment to pursue July 3 250th‑anniversary celebration
Summary
The Rexburg City Council voted to approve a budget adjustment that allows staff to pursue contracts and sponsorships for a large July 3, 2026 celebration at Madison High School featuring a headline concert, a drone show and fireworks, with Madison County committing up to $100,000 to the event.
The Rexburg City Council voted to approve a budget adjustment that lets staff pursue contracts and sponsorships to stage a one‑night, large‑scale July 3, 2026 celebration at the Madison High School stadium, including a headline concert, a drone show and a fireworks display.
Council members and staff framed the proposal around the 250th anniversary of the United States and presented a range of cost and revenue scenarios. Staff said the event could include an “A‑list” musical act (staff estimated artist fees in the low‑to‑mid six‑figure range), a drone program and a fireworks show; Madison County officials have budgeted up to $100,000 in support. City staff told the council the total expense estimate for the largest option was roughly in the mid‑hundred‑thousand‑dollar range and that sponsorships and ticket sales would be used to offset the cost.
Why it matters: The vote lets staff negotiate artist and production contracts and to market an event that, if fully executed…
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