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prizes are given in each of the categories. (This section of the parade is both sponsored and judged by the Chamber of Commerce.) The Town Celebrations Committee welcomes float inclusion in the afternoon parade, since their presence contributes to and enhances the celebration. Members have spent time talking about how the committee can help participants with the process. Calls were made to local companies asking if they had a vehicle (flatbeds and possibly pickups) and driver available for use. Suzie is preparing a resource list to assist participants. There was discussion about floats from past parades, including questions about decoration costs, etc. Jim Shaw will look for float pictures from past parades that could be viewed for inspiration.  Float guidelines were distributed. It was emphasized that materials should be nonflammable (no crepe paper, etc). There is no cost for participating. Asking for donations of materials, such as lumber and mulch, can help keep costs down. It was reiterated that nothing can be tossed from the floats. However, should walkers want to hand something to the viewers, permission must be given ahead of time. Suzie pointed out Guideline #5 is very important.  There is no parade theme but entries should be of a patriotic nature. st  March 1is the float entry deadline. It’s a busy time of year for the folks lending vehicles so entrants will have only the weekend to assemble their floats. Participants should plan their preparations carefully.  Suzie announced that the parade will end at the far end of the town pool parking lot this year and not at the intersection of Massachusetts Avenue and Worthen Road as has been the case in the past.  The Seabees talked about and shared pictures of their USS Constitution float and would like to enter it.  The issue of liability was mentioned. The meeting adjourned at 8:25 pm. Submitted by Sandy Podgorski