July 4th Fireworks
Enforcement
Update
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Jim Munro, Chief of Police
Fireworks Enforcement Update
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• GBPD will begin fireworks enforcement with additional units prior to, during, and after the 4th of July holiday
• Beginning in 2021, GBPD began using drones to assist in fireworks enforcement
• GBPD has been adjusting enforcement tactics based on
lessons learned
• In 2024, 8 citations were issued for illegal firework violations Fireworks Enforcement Update
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Fireworks Enforcement Update
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• This year, GBPD will have the Social Host Ordinance as an additional tool to deter illegal fireworks within the City. • The ordinance was first introduced by GBPD as an additional tool to help enforce the use of illegal fireworks
• GBPD officers have received training on the ordinance and are prepared to enforce upon effective date of June 27
• Results of the enforcement effort will be shared publicly via social media channels
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• GBPD has committed to a robust public outreach campaign • The following public outreach efforts are in progress:
• Social media videos and related educational posts
• Email to all short-term rental operators
• Media release to local media outlets
• Electronic road signs with messaging to be placed on Grand Ave. • Enforcement efforts will result in overtime costs. Fines collected will be used to offset costs of additional staff.
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