Special Town Meeting Article 4 seeks a $50,000 appropriation for the America’s Hometown Thanksgiving celebration as part of the 250th-anniversary festivities. While the article received a recommendation for approval from the Advisory and Finance Committee, the support was not unanimous.

Chair Joseph Lai reported the results of the committee's deliberation. By a vote of six yes, two against, and zero abstentions, the advisory and finance committee recommends town meeting approve article four, Lai stated. The funds are designated for events surrounding the historical milestone.

Motion: J. Lai moved that by a vote of six yes, two against, and zero abstentions, the advisory and finance committee recommends town meeting approve article four.

Vote: 6-2-0