Decatur council approves $3,500 city contribution for July 4 fireworks tied to 250th celebration
Councilmembers debated a proposed $5,000 contribution for a larger July 4 fireworks show connected to the nation's 250th anniversary, then approved a $3,500 city contribution by motion, noting additional business donations and chamber efforts.
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Council members discussed funding the July 4 fireworks and a proposed increase to support a larger show for the 250th U.S. anniversary. Staff said last year the city budgeted $2,500 for the 4th and $1,000 for Calithumpian, and that $1,000 remains available because Calithumpian did not use it. Some members urged caution about increasing taxpayer expense; others noted business contributions and the chamber's role in consolidating events to amplify the show.
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