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FUSe asks Select Board for $3,000 from Risteen Trust Fund for community events; board tables request
Summary
A community representative requested $3,000 from the Risteen Trust Fund to support FUSe-organized events including an April 2 Senior Soiree; the Select Board raised questions about fund source and sustainability and tabled the request for further review.
Mr. Rakitin asked the Upton Select Board on Feb. 3 for $3,000 from the Risteen Trust Fund to support three FUSe community events planned this year, including a Senior Soiree scheduled for April 2. The Board did not vote and tabled the request for further review.
The presenter said FUSe’s independent fundraising—such as a summer craft fair—does not fully cover event costs and that organizers plan to prioritize Upton residents for initial registration while charging a nominal participation fee to help offset expenses. Board members questioned which trust fund is the correct source, asked about available balances, and whether the town would be expected to cover recurring shortfalls should FUSe continue to seek town funds.
The conversation also touched on the difficulty of securing business sponsorships amid current economic conditions and the importance of ensuring fairness and sustainability when using town trust funds. Chair Laura Hebb recognized the presenter and the Board agreed to table the matter for further review at the next meeting; no vote was taken on the funding request.
Next steps: the Board will gather additional information before taking up the request again at a future meeting.
