Committee asks police for data after mixed local reports about July 4 fireworks

Jul 16, 2026

Milton staff said they received no formal complaints about July 4 fireworks but distributed roughly 20–25 yard signs encouraging safe behavior; the committee asked staff to request police call and citation data to assess disturbances and next steps.

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Natalie Henderson, parks staff, said she had not been notified of any formal complaints about July 4 fireworks and that staff distributed roughly 20–25 yard signs to raise awareness about safe practices. Committee members described neighborhood disruptions in more urbanized areas; one member said noise settled down after about 10 p.m. but others reported more intense local fireworks in outlying areas.

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