Council rejects ordinance amendment restricting tent-based fireworks sales in second reading
On second reading, council considered an amendment to Chapter 22 (fireworks) that would limit tent sales; a council member opposed the change saying it "picks winners and losers" and would not address hours or state-authorized days. The council voted by roll call; the motion failed 2–5.
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The Taylor City Council held the second reading of an amendment to the city code (Chapter 22, Article 54, Sec. 97) aimed at restricting tent-based fireworks sales and encouraging permanent businesses. A council member opposed the amendment, saying it "respectfully remain[s] opposed" because it "does not reduce the state mandated number of days fireworks may be used, restrict the hours... or address their impact on neighborhoods, pets, wildlife, veterans, and other affected" residents and arguing it would "pick winners and losers by restricting lawful competition."
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