Entries due Friday for Bicentennial Parade

County and city officials want to remind local residents of the plans, awards and routes for the Warren County Bicentennial Parade to be held downtown July 5 beginning at 2 p.m.
Those who wish to participate in the parade, or enter a float, must turn in an entry form no later than this Friday, June 27. An entry fee of $10 will be due with registration. Parade entry forms are now available and can be obtained at County Executive John Pelham’s office, the Chamber of Commerce, and on the Web site at warrentn200.com.
Floats and individual prizes will be offered in the following categories:
‘ People’s Choice Award ‘ $200 (demonstrates the best use of the bicentennial theme ‘ Our Roots Run Deep)
‘ Best Band ‘ $100
‘ Church, Civic, Community or Large Non-profit Organization ‘ First place $200, second $150, third $100
‘ Small Club or Non-profit (less than 20 members) ‘ First place $50, second $25
‘ School Sponsored Group ‘ First place $200, second $150, third $100
‘ Business ‘ First place $200, second $150, third $100
‘ Horse and Rider Club, Mules or Horses and Hitch ‘ First place $50, second $25
‘ Car or Truck ‘ First place $50, second $25
‘ Tractor ‘ First place $50, second $25
‘ Motorcycle Club ‘ First place $ 50, second $25
As far as vehicles are concerned, organizers say any era can be represented.
‘We’re not limiting it to just antique vehicles,’ said Bicentennial Steering Committee member Larry Flatt. ‘We’re celebrating 200 years, so it’s open for new or antique cars, trucks, tractors and motorcycles. Of course we’re trying to focus on our history, so we would encourage as many classic vehicles to be involved as possible.’
Organizers say it’s important to celebrate all aspects of our history, particularly in our 200th year, and it is hoped those entering the parade will try to represent Warren County through as many stages of its development as possible.
Rules for the parade can be obtained at the same locations as the parade entry forms. Participants are advised to obtain a copy of the rules before constructing floats.
Organizers say they appreciate the participation of everyone involved in planning the parade and are looking forward to an exciting visual tribute to Warren County history.

Parade route

‘ The parade route will begin at the staging area near the Frank G. Clement Bridge on High Street
‘ Parade will turn right on Main Street
‘ It will turn right on Market Street
‘ It will end at the Farmers Market