File #: 17-2783    Version: 2 Name: Fireworks/Gunfire Program
Type: Agenda Item Status: Received
File created: 6/8/2017 In control: City Council
On agenda: 6/19/2017 Final action: 6/19/2017
Title: Receive briefing regarding increased enforcement measures for illicit firework and celebratory gunfire incidents for the upcoming July 4th holiday period.

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Receive briefing regarding increased enforcement measures for illicit firework and celebratory gunfire incidents for the upcoming July 4th holiday period. 

 

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Due to increased citizen complaints regarding fireworks and celebratory gunfire incidents during the January 1, 2017, holiday, the Mesquite Police and Fire Departments were tasked with reducing the use of illicit fireworks and celebratory gunfire within the City of Mesquite.  During the Pre-Meeting, the Police Chief and Fire Chief will brief the City Council regarding efforts each department will take to reduce these incidents during the upcoming July 4th holiday period.

 

Drafter

Mark Kerby

 

Head of Department

Mark Kerby