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Smithfield council backs America250 committee, schedules kickoff turkey trot
Summary
The council unanimously approved Resolution 2025-09 to recognize an America250 Smithfield committee, endorsing community events including a Nov. 22 turkey trot kickoff and July 5 'America's potluck' as part of the 250th anniversary observance.
The Smithfield City Council on Oct. 15 unanimously approved Resolution 2025-09 to support an America250 Smithfield committee and its slate of local celebrations tied to the nation's upcoming 250th anniversary.
Lisa, who presented the item, described planned events and outreach: a Nov. 22 turkey trot that will mark a local start to a trail-based '250 miles' initiative, a civics curriculum effort with schools, and a July 5 'America's potluck' celebration. She asked interested residents to volunteer; the council invited people who signed in to append a "250" beside their name so organizers could follow up.
Council member Wade moved the resolution, Sue seconded, and the motion passed with unanimous support. The council encouraged volunteers and outreach through the project's Facebook page, "America 250 Smithfield." Lisa said the committee will coordinate events through July 5, 2026.
Why it matters: The resolution formalizes city support for community-driven anniversary programming and signals the city's intention to coordinate volunteer-led events and school civic activities under the America250 banner.
What the committee will do: According to Lisa, the committee will organize community walks and health days, engage schools on civics programming, and host local events aligned with the statewide America250 calendar.
