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Appomattox authorizes manager to contract fireworks show, not to exceed $19,000
Summary
Council authorized the town manager to execute a contract for a July 3, 2026 fireworks show for up to $19,000, expecting a $15,000 cost from the vendor; the town has budgeted funds for the event and will finalize a written contract.
The Appomattox Town Council authorized the town manager to negotiate and execute a contract for a July 3, 2026 fireworks display, with spending not to exceed $19,000.
Council discussed rising costs tied to the nation’s 250th anniversary and vendor availability. A council member identified a vendor contact, Daniel Harvey, who works with a company referred to in the meeting as MrPyro; a council member said the vendor had provided a price and could perform a show comparable to past years. "He's given us a price," a council member said, and added that the vendor indicated he could do the comparable show for about $15,000 with a rain date of July 5.
Town staff noted the budget includes a fireworks line item and the procurement policy allows the manager to execute a sole‑source contract at this funding level. The manager was authorized to execute the contract so long as it does not exceed $19,000; council members expressed a preference the contract be $15,000 if possible.
The council’s authorization is for the contract execution and budget commitment; staff said they will bring the written contract to council files once finalized and the fire marshal will review required permits and insurance for public safety oversight.
