250th Anniversary Committee 08-27-26

The Franklin Town Hall TV hosted a meeting of the 250th Anniversary Committee on August 27, 2026, focusing primarily on budget and procurement matters related to the anniversary celebrations. The committee reviewed the expenditure and reimbursement of a $50,000 earmark, with the majority spent on merchandise and donor brunches. They approved a motion to purchase additional storage bins to organize merchandise inventory. Discussions also covered fundraising strategies, including upcoming donor brunches with set dates approved by vote, and the need to send invitations to potential donors. The committee explored collaboration opportunities with local organizations and town departments to support events without overextending their resources. Additionally, they considered using Franklin TV for promotional activities and discussed the potential costs and logistics of digitizing historical films for event use. The committee emphasized the importance of early fundraising success to build momentum for the overall $760,000 budget for the anniversary events.