The committee unanimously approved allocating up to $40,000 for a Concord250 companion book, pending Town House approval. The book will document events held on April 19, 2025, with publication planning expected to advance this summer.

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Briefing

Apr 8, 2026

Committee approves funding for five parade bands

The committee authorized $8,700 for five additional bands for the parade, with all members in favor. It also reported that $103,000 of a $178,000 state grant has been spent and began discussing how to use any remaining funds.

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Briefing

Mar 11, 2026

Committee weighs funding for holiday events

About $70,000 remained in Concord250 funds, with some money already allocated; support for July 4 activities was still pending. The committee also planned to review possible financial support for Patriots’ Day programming after receiving a participant list.

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Briefing

Feb 4, 2026

Committee approves $30,880 for projects

The committee approved $30,880 for six Concord250-related projects, including a flag-design contest, a recording project, museum exhibits, an art acquisition, and a community piano program. Chris Johnson abstained because of CCM involvement; the funding vote passed.

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