CITY SOLICITING FUNDS FOR FIREWORKS, WHICH WILL BE JULY 3, 2009

January 8, 2009

Dear Fourth of July Fireworks Supporter,

Thank you very much for your past support of the City of Ripon’s Fourth of July Fireworks Display. It is because of your contributions that the City of Ripon is able to celebrate the Fourth of July in a truly fitting manner.

The City of Ripon is pleased to present the annual July 4th Fireworks celebration to commemorate America’s birthday, celebrate our nation’s independence and honor those who made and keep our freedom possible. The 2009 display is scheduled to be held on Friday, July 3rd, 2009.

In order to make this event a success, we are requesting your assistance, in the form of a monetary donation, to help with the cost of the Fireworks display. We appreciate your past generosity and ask you to consider a contribution for 2009. We need your help to keep Ripon’s July 4th celebration a quality fireworks display. Many businesses, organizations, and individuals respond generously and promptly to help with these costs. We hope you can help us by making a donation for the Fireworks fund.

Your check should be made payable to the City of Ripon. Please mail your contribution to the City of Ripon, 100 Jackson Street, Ripon, WI 54971. With your help, we can ensure Ripon’s July 4th celebration is a spectacular fireworks display. This treasured summer tradition has existed for generations, where large crowds gather each year with their family and friends to take in the splendor. It is an event that has been enjoyed by so many people, young and old. It is something they look forward to and gives them a measure of pride in their community.

Our goal is to provide a safe and “feel good” community wide celebration. Your donation today will help provide the continuity we need to make this goal a success.

Please help us continue this magnificent holiday tradition. Thank you for your support.

Sincerely yours,



Steve Barg
City Administrator