Fourth of July Committee

Fourth of July Committee cancels signature events over staff shortages. Following a failed town override vote that will reduce police and fire staffing, the committee voted 7-1 to cancel the July 3rd band concert and fireworks and the July 4th parade, citing safety concerns for the expected 12,000

The Fourth of July Committee approved the treasurer's report and authorized payment of a $3,700 fireworks deposit against total projected costs of $17,000. Chairman Ben Barakian oversaw the meeting, during which the committee assigned task responsibilities for parade band coordination, vendor

The Rutland Fourth of July Committee approved the 2026 parade schedule and event logistics at its April 1 meeting. Chairman Ben Barakian reported an account balance of $38,128.83, with 30 donated port-a-johns secured for the two-weekend celebration. The parade will begin at 1 p.m., with judging

Fourth of July Committee sets schedule for five summer events, with current reserves of $29,783.83. Chairman Ben Barakian led presentations from vendors including volleyball sponsors Tami and Doug Briggs (June 27), Junior Olympics coordinator Elise Milliken (ages 4-12, free entry), Lilac Hedge

Fourth of July Committee unanimously approves tree-design logo for postal patron mailer. Chair Ben Barakian led the committee in selecting the first design from three mockups; the mailer will cost $1,544.00 through Clark Mailing with $934.58 in postage to reach 3,694 addresses. The committee also