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By Jeff Haldiman
jhaldiman@newstribune.com

Salute to America loses sponsor for finale

Published: Thursday, April 3, 2008 4:06 PM CDT

The fireworks show for this year's Capital City Salute to America will take place on the Fourth of July, but who will foot the bill is still in question.

At a meeting of the foundation Board of Directors on Wednesday, members were told that corporate sponsorship for the fireworks and other events has not been forthcoming because businesses are dealing with the economic slowdown.

The foundation is a not-for-profit group that oversees the July 4th festivities.

“The community has come to expect good entertainment at this event,” said Festival Coordinator Jill Snodgrass. “We started out not having to pay for a lot of our offerings and that built up our coffers to get us to the point where we could offer more things. It's disappointing that we could be backsliding.”

The foundation is in the last year of a contract that calls for $23,000 to be paid for fireworks. Without corporate sponsorship, the foundation will have to pay off the contract. Although it does have a line of credit, the bill would leave the group with about $4,000 in debt to its money market account.

Financial constraints also are preventing the foundation from booking some entertainment, although the main entertainment for the night of the Fourth of July looks to be in place. The main problem likely will be no major entertainment act for July 3, but options are being considered.

Opening ceremonies and the Little Mr. and Miss contest still will be featured that night, along with bands performing on Main Street and in the beer garden.

Despite these concerns, Snodgrass pointed out that they are going to be offering many things, including the brand new Pit Row. This area, sponsored by Eldon Speedway, will feature all things racing from NASCAR, watercraft, motorcycles and bicycles. It will be located on High Street between Madison and Jefferson.

There will also be a Heritage Village featured in the Lewis and Clark Monument area with re-enactors.


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boxergal wrote on Apr 14, 2008 3:15 PM:

" Guess which one I don't mind paying for. "

boscoe wrote on Apr 14, 2008 12:04 PM:

" Or this one?:

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boscoe wrote on Apr 14, 2008 11:55 AM:

" This fabulous High School?

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boxergal wrote on Apr 14, 2008 11:31 AM:

" That fabulous high school. Fabulous. "

ODF wrote on Apr 14, 2008 10:29 AM:

" If this town is thriving so much, why do they have to rely on a sponsor for their 4th of July finale. More importantly, does/did that sponsorship result in any special perks/considerations for the company? California and Eldon put on spectacular shows for town their sizes...especially Eldon...and I believe both are paid for by the city (I know California's is). What does the taxes go for in JC? Infrastructure is old and failing, streets are sad, apparently they aren't paying for at least some city events...so where's the $$ going? "

oriley wrote on Apr 14, 2008 10:01 AM:

" I think that is a good idea that they charge a cover charge at a gate or have the people come together with donations if we want the fire work display. I'd rather do that than not have one at all. Love the tradtion, would be sad to see it go.
Mcrabb...who is to say state employees aren't on break if they post something..are they not allowed a break now too...get over it already...pettiness. "

ndnlvngcherokee wrote on Apr 9, 2008 6:15 PM:

" i think instead of making it about money lets bring it back to family...that is what this should be about right "

ndnlvngcherokee wrote on Apr 9, 2008 6:14 PM:

" I do like the idea of using local up and coming bands to play...i have seen them do a karokee battle....why not do a battle of the bands...have each band put into a pot $50 and when all votes for the best band is in they win half the pot the other goes to the 4th celebration pot...think you would see many band actually sign up...also cut the cost to have a craft booth up town and you could end up with more crafters which will in the end mean more money once again for the 4thcelebration...put on a poker run with the cars and bikes half the pot goes to the payout the other 1/2 to the celebration...ive seen lots of great ideas
"

go_fish wrote on Apr 9, 2008 2:25 PM:

" I like that idea Boscoe, since the business community and JC/Cole County sales tax is who benefits the most from this event. "

boscoe wrote on Apr 8, 2008 5:04 PM:

" Maybe the Convention and Visitors Bureau can cover the $4000 out of their funds. Doesn't the CVB get a whole lot of tax money from the lodging tax, as well as annual appropriations from the city council and the county commission?

A few years ago they found $10,000 of our tax money to pay for a bicycle race that never happened in Jefferson City. Surely they could cover a little $4,000 expenditure for the fireworks contract. "

go_fish wrote on Apr 8, 2008 3:26 PM:

" Good idea Boscoe, but there's this pesky little issue of a $23,000 contract that needs to be solved. Until then, there needs to be about a $4,000 cut in other areas, be it entertainment or otherwise. A reduction in the number of law enforcement personnel standing around in the street twiddling their thumbs might be a good start. Numerous times I've seen groups of 8 or more just shooting the bull. I'm sure there are other areas where if a little bit is cut here and there, it will add up to the $4,000 and still achieve a successful event. It doesn't have to be an all or nothing proposition. Just common sense cuts across the board. "

boscoe wrote on Apr 8, 2008 1:50 PM:

" Let's make our own fireworks! Why do we have to buy from China?

The theme for this year should be "A Home-Grown 4th of July".

Hire local bands.
Have local vendors.
Make our own fireworks.
Support local businesses! "

go_fish wrote on Apr 8, 2008 1:29 PM:

" missjc, you just brought up the topic yourself. "

missjc wrote on Apr 8, 2008 11:28 AM:

" Is this not a forum about FIREWORKS? Why is it that the casino issue always comes up no matter what issue is up for disscusion? I am all for a casino but you all seem to think that a casino will turn this city to GOLD. Lets get back on the topic of fireworks already.

I for one say cut out the " major entertainment" and just do the fireworks, if entertainment is needed then hire local bands to perform..all this talk about keeping things local then do the same with the entertainment..JC has a lot of great local bands minus the high cost. "

ndnlvngcherokee wrote on Apr 7, 2008 2:45 PM:

" omygoodness in the last 4 months i was home and away from work due to surgeries and a child with an illness that couldve killed him...so before you try and guess if i am lieing or not have your facts...when at work i only post on breaks...they check our computers to verify our work... "

abomb wrote on Apr 7, 2008 1:05 PM:

" This isn't even an issue. I already volunteered to donate 10 bullet bombs and 100 sparklers. "

go_fish wrote on Apr 7, 2008 8:43 AM:

" The major problem here is the economy as stated above "The foundation is in the last year of a contract that calls for $23,000 to be paid for fireworks. Without corporate sponsorship,the foundation will have to pay off the contract. Although it does have a line of credit, the bill would leave the group with about $4,000 in debt to its money market account." The foundation has options,a few are try to negotiate the price of the contract down by $4000.00 and go smaller, breach the contract and hope for a sympathetic judge (good luck with that), or go $4000.00 in debt and hope for donations and collect voluntary donations at the event, as they do for MDS, get volunteers to pass the bucket. "

go_fish wrote on Apr 7, 2008 8:38 AM:

" "...because businesses are dealing with the economic slowdown." -- News tribune artical above. The discussion of economics is appropriate to this discussion, and when you become the online editor, you can limit the freedom of speech that occurs here. Until then, go read the 1st amendment! "

omygoodness wrote on Apr 7, 2008 7:59 AM:

" nd thats a crock about your posting only on breaks I have seen posts from you many times spread out over 4-5 intervals of the day , where there is no way that 2 15minute breaks and a 30 minute break would cover that, say want you want but the post numbers and times do not lie "

boscoe wrote on Apr 6, 2008 8:57 AM:

" Remember the cool and fun July 4th celebrations the Lions Club and Jaycees used to put on at Washington Park or JC Cole county fairgrounds? "

mariab wrote on Apr 5, 2008 7:58 PM:

" Getting back to the fireworks - Bigger does not necessarily mean better. It is *not* necessary for this event to grow each year.

In my opinion, the overall mission of a community 4th of July celebration has drowned in the quest for corporate branding. This seemed to begin when Jill Snodgrass took over the coordination reins. I don't lay it all at her feet, though, as she must have enthusiastic support from others, given her long tenure at the helm.

I propose the organizers constrict the festivities in keeping with the constricted budget. "

boscoe wrote on Apr 5, 2008 7:43 PM:

" Hey Cherokee, did you know if the state worker raises go through you are going to get another $56 a month (before taxes)! That will help pay the 60% water rate increase this year, as well as the Ameren rate increase, and the cost of gasoline that is nearly double since your last raise! I don't know why people keep saying state workers are not paid well, or why Jefferson City doesn't have good-paying jobs. Your raise of $56 a month (before taxes) will probably nearly cover the increase in your health insurance for next year too. "

mccrabb wrote on Apr 5, 2008 1:55 AM:

" State employees yes, state worker not possible. "

spelchek wrote on Apr 5, 2008 12:45 AM:

" Every 4th the side stages have nothing but cover bands. I might be thinking outside of the box here but doesn't JC have local bands to promote? Bluegrass? Folk? Country? Cajun? Polka? Rock? Blues? etc....you get the point. Makes one wonder if the promoters of the festival underestimates the open mindedness of its patrons. I know there are good original acts out there, but they don't seem to make the 4th celebration. Even the main stage acts had to start somewhere. I would like to see the Tribune do a poll on what JC citizens would like to have on the 4th celebration. What could a little input hurt? "

hpidz4mes wrote on Apr 4, 2008 11:30 PM:

" I am voting YES YES on the 8th of April. "

hpidz4mes wrote on Apr 4, 2008 11:26 PM:

" nothin here but work. "

hpidz4mes wrote on Apr 4, 2008 11:23 PM:

" yep, im going to STL shop,eat and gamble. I would rather spend my $ here. but there is nothing here in JC. "

ndnlvngcherokee wrote on Apr 4, 2008 9:54 PM:

" the state which is a whole 1880 a month now....and that is before taxes is going to be spent in other communities with stuff to do...and while we are spending the money camping, floatting, fishing, hunting, powwows, shopping, casinos, and just having fun we will also stop to show for our groceries as well...so as each person starts to do this who sees that this community isnt growing or bringing growth it lowers our economy and means the businesses here lose income...so yea bye bye would be it "

ndnlvngcherokee wrote on Apr 4, 2008 9:50 PM:

" wow all i can say is this is one state worker that when i get breaks I use them for myself since hello i work 8 hour days and i get 2 15min breaks and 1 30min lunch break...so while i am working your business hours and you are posting all day i post during my breaks or when i get home as most do...but on the topic most people seem to careless about the fireworks I know we dont and because our small little town with so little do is going to have less to do we will be taking our money to the lake...and to the one who said good bye to me just remember that means the money i make working at.... "

boscoe wrote on Apr 4, 2008 8:13 PM:

" Just a symptom of all the liberal welfare policies that give huge sums of taxpayer money so that lazy unemployed people can sit at home and watch satellite TV and talk on their cellphones and have excellent health care. "

joytotheworld wrote on Apr 4, 2008 5:31 PM:

" We are NOT in a recession? How come everyone is broke all the time? Gas is outragious, milk is through the roof, everything is going up...except our pay.Get your head out of the sand! "

Wspahn wrote on Apr 4, 2008 4:37 PM:

" If everyone is wanting to go drop $50 to a Casino here in town,then with 40,000 people in town we could all drop $5 and have the greatest 4th of July show ever.(And the money disappears right in front of your eyes either way). Don't know about the high paying State jobs,but I want one. Our State is near the bottom for pay out of all the 50 States. "

bck wrote on Apr 4, 2008 4:24 PM:

" I'd probably pay for the whole darn thing if we didn't have to hear that stinkin' Lee Greenwood song again, haha. "

hasher28 wrote on Apr 4, 2008 4:18 PM:

" We have digressed from the topic of this forum -- fireworks for the 4th of July to a discourse of economics, and now sex. I'm off this forum until it returns to the original topic - fireworks for the 4th of July. "

ILY wrote on Apr 4, 2008 4:14 PM:

" This is a forum about fireworks, not about the economy or whether you think we are in a resession or not!
If you can't fund the event then try again next year. We all now that things aren't as good this year as last.

I agree IT'S-ME...I am thankful to live in this country whether or not the economy is bad or good I STILL HAVE FREEDOMS thanks to the many men & women of our country. "

Sasha wrote on Apr 4, 2008 3:54 PM:

" Hasher28:

Call it what you will or won't but face the facts.

Then again, how do you define sex? "I did NOT have sexual relations with that woman". "

hasher28 wrote on Apr 4, 2008 3:47 PM:

" go_fish, to use a word and indicate it means something it does not is wrong. The economic definition of recession is when the Gross Domestic Product (GDP)declines for 2 consecutive quarters. Third quarter of 2007 the GDP showed a growth of 4.9%, the fourth quarter of 2007 the GDP showed a growth of 0.6%. there the current state of affairs, while bleak, does not meet the definition of a recession. Therefore, there is recession. To state otherwise is to be unaware of the facts, not know the definition of terms/words, or if knowledgeable of the facts and definition - a distortion of information
or a lie. "

go_fish wrote on Apr 4, 2008 3:41 PM:

" hasher: "The nation's job market appears solidly in recession, as payrolls contracted for the third month in a row, and unemployment jumped up from 4.8% to 5.1%, the highest jobless rate since September 2005, according to the report released today by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Payrolls were down by 80,000 in March, the largest loss in five years, while January and February's initially reported losses were revised downward by an additional 67,000 jobs.--Economic Policy Institute" Federal Reserve Chairman Ben S. Bernanke acknowledged yesterday for the first time that the United States may be in a recession, projecting that the economy could shrink during the first half of this year. "

mccrabb wrote on Apr 4, 2008 3:41 PM:

" I hope that state employees are not surfing the net during our business hours, if so it needs a another shake up. "

go_fish wrote on Apr 4, 2008 3:38 PM:

" Ditto on Sasha's comment to Hasher28. Hasher you sound like George Bush with his head in the sand saying we're not in a recession. This economy is is a mess on wall street and main street. I believe this is more than just a recession and it's not over yet. The effects of diesel prices alone has not fully hit the markets yet and there will be more inflation. As for the fireworks, I can take it or leave it, they are only 30-45 minutes long. Even using what they can afford, the committe could go back to shooting one or two at a time instead of the "sky concert" theme that uses dozens of shells for each song. "

hasher28 wrote on Apr 4, 2008 3:33 PM:

" Sasha, read the definition of recession. The GDP is still growing, considerably slower than before but still showed growth last quarter. I believe there ae serious economic problems facing this nation, state, and city. Many people are already having financial difficulty, some very serious. But that does not mean we are in a recession. As for me, I'm not a state employee. In fact, I'm unable to find a full-time job in this town. "

sasha wrote on Apr 4, 2008 3:09 PM:

" Hasher 28:

We aren't in a recession? 80,000 people lost their jobs last month. Oh, I guess you are a high-paying state employee in our wonderful governor's office. Yea, I can see why you don't think we are in a recession. "

Justin wrote on Apr 4, 2008 2:44 PM:

" sweet ask "" I give up! What in the world would a casino do to help this one time a year event?"

well sweet, how about pump extra money into our economy (by the millions)?? if thats nota good enough answer i dont know what is.

And it's, your absoulty right about how appreciative we need to be to all the amazing men and women who have give us the freedom to argue about casinos, illegal imigrants, and fireworks, while so many other countries are stuck arguing about how they are going to survive another day. "

its-me wrote on Apr 4, 2008 12:59 PM:

" The 4th of July is more than just fireworks. Who cares if JC can't put on a show. Be w/ your family and be blessed that you live in a country that is free where we can argue over such matters. I myself have never cared for them and just enjoy being at my home w/ my family and enjoying the life that I have made for myself by living in a free country. God Bless the men & women who have fought, died and are still fighting and dying for our country to be free. "

boxergal wrote on Apr 4, 2008 12:53 PM:

" I like this...alot. People coming together. If this comes to pass I may donate a little. But I will be out of town. I hope to see something about this in the paper in the future. "

sumtimesiwundr wrote on Apr 4, 2008 12:40 PM:

" I would not contribute to the 'fund' of the fireworks display (too costly). I would vote yes on the casino tho because it would help to bring $ into JC. Regardless of what others say. Just look at Booneville as example. They have said the city has grown due to the casino. JC is just so conservative that it won't allow for growth. And when sum1 does want a new business here, it usually goes under. Unless it's a bar and then helps in getting $ from all the drunks(DWIs). Keep it local huh? So Col, LOTO, and other towns are 'local' then? Nice to know. Guess JC isn't. "

CityGuy wrote on Apr 4, 2008 12:17 PM:

" Hasher28: I love your post. I'd volunteer to work and donate also. I guarantee we will have a great 4th of July celebration with or without corporate sponsorship. "

hasher28 wrote on Apr 4, 2008 12:09 PM:

" We are not in a recession. Some folks, like myself, will have to cut back on extras. Spend wisely, save for a rainy day, as they will come and look for the bright side in everything. It doesn't do any good to look for the doom and gloom in everything. Hopefully, several companies/individuals will band together and sponsor a nice day of events. Perhaps a community fund drive to pay for the event -- make it sponsorless.
I'd volunteer to work on one and I'd personally donate $100 -- if it were to remain totally commercial free. "

boxergal wrote on Apr 4, 2008 11:43 AM:

" two_cents - ha!!!!!!!!! That will do. I think I have some old blackcats. "

two_cents_worth wrote on Apr 4, 2008 11:40 AM:

" I have several packs of bottle rockets left over from last year I'll be happy to donate.

Anyone else? "

sasha wrote on Apr 4, 2008 11:40 AM:

" This country is in a recession and people are worried about whose going to pay for a fireworks show? I think JC needs to get their priorities in line. "

boxergal wrote on Apr 4, 2008 11:40 AM:

" Ok, heres your answer to this...an open invitation. If Holts Summit doesn't ban fireworks in the city, come on over. Last year some idiot shot one into a fireworks stand and the thing blew up. ha!!!!!!!! Maybe they will do it again this year and you all can come enjoy it. I am not sure why everyone is so upset, I hate the things. As pretty as the display is from this side of the river, we haven't been to the celebration for years and we only went once and never went back. "

lovemyboys wrote on Apr 4, 2008 11:23 AM:

" This is what happens when you expect people to give, give, give...it's not a guarantee like taxes are. Everybody is tightening their belts (if they're smart) and this will pass. If you've taken an economics class, you'll know that the up and down economy is normal. And, it usually corrects itself (The Great Depression being the one exception), but even that didn't last forever. It's just like a storm you have to ride out. Maybe they could cut back on other areas of the July 4th celebration to be able to afford the fireworks. "

sweet1 wrote on Apr 4, 2008 10:48 AM:

" I give up! What in the world would a casino do to help this one time a year event? I'm sorry but I know that this event has been over budget in its expenses the last several years. Don't get me wrong, I enjoy taking my children to it every year. I fully expect the capitol city to have a great show but it also needs to do it within it's means. Economic distress is happening all over and we as a society need to figure out how to cut down our lavishness. Bringing in a place for people, whether from Mid-Missouri or not, to lose money is not going to help the economic situation nation-wide. Wake up! "

castigliano wrote on Apr 4, 2008 9:47 AM:

" People just don't understand that bigger is not always better.

Louder is not always better than quieter.

Inflation is not always better than deflation.

You have to plan for shrinkage as well as growth.

Sometimes it's bust and sometimes it is boom. Not always BOOM BOOM BOOM BOOM BOOM.

In the real world there are ebbs and there are flows, not always FLOWS FLOWS FLOWS FLOWS, but it ebbs, too.

We will have to learn to get used to it.

Maybe the American Legion, or, The Freemasons might put on a FREE fireworks show for all the wonderful people of The City of Jefferson.

It wouldn't hurt to ask. "

Justin wrote on Apr 4, 2008 9:17 AM:

" your right Byro-buddy, economic slow down hurts towns the most that are refusing to add to their economy. Less economy equals a worse slow down. the fix? growth plain a simple. Deny it all you want, and enjoy your safe little existance, but facts are facts, with no growth, the economy doesnt grow in your very own town either. No economy equals having to read articles about how our town isnt sure how to afford doing its fireworks disply.

yup, safe and sound in good ol JC, where the jobs and money are a plen.......oh yeah... =/ "

Boomer wrote on Apr 4, 2008 9:14 AM:

" Yeah, after all this is only the Capital of Missouri, and it’s only the 4th of July, why should we provide a celebration for that? It’s that very mind set that keeps the throttle closed in this little fish bowl!
You think you’re being smart when you say “Go somewhere else and enjoy”? Here’s a news flash for ya. We already do, and yes we “Take plenty of local money” with us and spend it everywhere we go, which is out of town for almost every kind of fun. Columbia, Boonville, The Lake, St. Louis and KC Hope you enjoy the sound of crickets in the night ‘cause that’s about all this place is going to have to offer
"

go_fish wrote on Apr 4, 2008 9:13 AM:

" Usually they are sponsored by Mike Kehoe. "

Byron W. wrote on Apr 4, 2008 9:03 AM:

" Justin and ndnlvngcherokee What part of "corporate sponsorship for the fireworks and other events has not been forthcoming because businesses are dealing with the economic slowdown" don't you understand?
"

stategirl wrote on Apr 4, 2008 7:54 AM:

" Don't forget, the fireworks are put on by full time companies. These companies rely on the cities to have fireworks displays to keep their business going. The company we have used for many years is a Missouri based company. This is not overseas stuff we're talking about. Casino or not, we need to help people from our state. "

castigliano wrote on Apr 4, 2008 7:42 AM:

" The people need better paying jobs and more of them. Not Casino's or Fireworks.

These people who want to be entertained need to go to Lake of the Ozarks this summer to have some "fun". Be sure to bring plenty wompum. "

joytotheworld wrote on Apr 4, 2008 6:34 AM:

" Bye Ndn! "

mccrabb wrote on Apr 3, 2008 10:27 PM:

" You have my vote.YES CASINO! "

boscoe wrote on Apr 3, 2008 9:56 PM:

" The best town in America should not have any trouble paying for a few minutes of fireworks. Maybe the new casino will pick up the tab. Yet another reason to vote YES YES!!! "

Justin wrote on Apr 3, 2008 9:42 PM:

" thats right ndn!!! no need for growth!! no need cause this little backwoods town of ours is doing grea..... wait, we cant even pay for our fireworks and festivities?? Ya, that NO vote is just what this town needs!!!!! =/ "

mccrabb wrote on Apr 3, 2008 7:21 PM:

" Privatize it and charge admission, like other city's "

ndnlvngcherokee wrote on Apr 3, 2008 7:07 PM:

" Wow with all this growth in JC wonder why it is backsliding...granted we must remember everyone keeps voting NO on everything because they like our little town with nothing to do just the way it is...reason I am going to the Lake Of the Ozarks this year!!! "

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