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Deadline crunch forces Franklin 250th to reallocate $6,500 budget

Franklin's 250th Anniversary Committee faces June 30 budget deadline. A $6,500 allocation for an illustrator cannot be spent because the work will not be completed before the deadline, forcing a reallocation. Maureen Brennan was elected Treasurer unanimously by roll call, replacing Charleen

Franklin's 250th Anniversary Celebration Committee · Meeting of June 17, 2026

Franklin's 250th Anniversary Committee faces June 30 budget deadline. A $6,500 allocation for an illustrator cannot be spent because the work will not be completed before the deadline, forcing a reallocation. Maureen Brennan was elected Treasurer unanimously by roll call, replacing Charleen Belcher.

The committee rescheduled its Town Council presentation from July to September 16, coordinating with appearances by State Rep. Roy and State Sen. Rausch.

The committee reported $1,085 in merchandise sales at the Strawberry Stroll and began planning three fall fundraising events.

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Source: the Franklin's 250th Anniversary Celebration Committee meeting of June 17, 2026, compiled from the official minutes.

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