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Town Approves $22,000 Fireworks Contract for Independence Day Celebration Amid Budget Concerns

The town board authorized the supervisor to sign a contract with July 4 Fireworks Inc. for a fireworks display on July 11, 2026, with a postponement date of July 12, 2026, at a cost of $22,000. This amount is higher than the previous year's cost of $11,500 for fireworks plus $5,700 for insurance, totaling $17,200. Alternative bids included Legion Fireworks for $20,000 plus $25,000 for insurance and a drone show for $18,000, which did not meet insurance requirements. Concerns were raised about the event budget and whether there were sufficient funds for other events, but staff confirmed funds are available and can be supplemented from the recreation budget if necessary. An additional $3,500 was appropriated to the events committee budget to support activities for the 250th anniversary celebration on July 11, 2026, with funds coming from the general fund and a $1,000 grant from Green County. The total cost for fireworks is approximately $21,000 after the grant. Discussions also covered budget management, contingency funds, and the process for approving expenditures.