Direct staff to draft stronger fireworks law enforcement rules

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In Plain English

Richmond's current fireworks law is difficult for police to enforce effectively. The city wants to strengthen the rules to make it easier to cite violators and stop illegal fireworks. If approved, staff will draft specific changes to the fireworks ordinance for future council consideration.

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Votes

Direct staff to return at the end of September 2021 with amendments to the ordinance

Moved by: Nathaniel BatesSeconded by: Thomas K. Butt
Passed

4 to 2

Thomas K. ButtNay
Nathaniel BatesAye
Gayle McLaughlinAye
Melvin WillisAye
Demnlus Johnson IIIAye
Eduardo MartinezNay
Claudia JimenezAbstain