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Board approves $1,500 donation for fireworks, asks for formal letter and meeting with Chamber/Rotary
Summary
The board agreed to contribute $1,500 toward community fireworks (current cost cited at about $8,500) contingent on a formal request and a meeting with the Chamber/Rotary to review finances and accountability; board gave conditional approval by voice vote.
The Town Board agreed to provide $1,500 to support this year's community fireworks, contingent on a formal letter from the Chamber or Rotary that clarifies how the money will be used and provides financial accountability. Speaker 2 explained that fireworks costs have risen ("Fireworks are up to $8,500 now") and several members said the town would support the event but requested a meeting with Chamber and Rotary leaders to review finances before finalizing the contribution.
The board voted in favor of the $1,500 contribution contingent on a formal request and follow-up discussion; speaker 7 suggested the request be on letterhead to protect the town's records and auditing. The board emphasized transparency and accountability in the use of bed-tax or tourism-related funds and requested a formal letter and a meeting before releasing the funds.
