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Select Board tables Christmas stroll funding after debate over police-detail costs for town events
Summary
Organizers sought $258 to $699 to cover police detail costs for a proposed Dec. 13 Christmas stroll at Ted Williams Camp; the Parks Commission and event organizers said the cost (and union/contract obligations) could make the event unaffordable. The board asked staff to clarify detail costs and alternatives and tabled a funding decision.
Organizers of a proposed Lakeville Christmas stroll on Dec. 13 asked the Select Board to use the select board gift account to cover police-detail costs. The request prompted extended discussion about the cost and whether the event should proceed as a town-sponsored activity.
Parks Commission member Melissa Turcotte and event organizers explained their plan for a "reverse parade" with floats staged in the Ted Williams Camp parking lot, noting many elements are volunteer-driven and donations are planned. Organizers said…
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