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Meridian council approves $40,000 amendment to boost Fourth of July fireworks
Summary
The council approved a $40,000 FY2026 budget amendment to increase the city's aerial fireworks for Independence Day, raising the fireworks line to approximately $54,000; the measure passed after debate about discretionary spending and outreach for sponsorships.
Meridian City Council voted on Feb. 3 to approve a $40,000 fiscal-year 2026 budget amendment to enhance the city's Fourth of July fireworks display as part of America250 commemorations.
"In front of you is a budget request for $40,000, to increase our fireworks show for the Fourth of July," Garrett, the city events presenter, told the council, saying the request came after the regular…
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