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County passes first reading of annual fireworks ban ordinance ahead of summer

3298923 · May 12, 2025
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Summary

Garfield County commissioners approved the first reading of an annual ordinance restricting possession and use of fireworks; the measure creates a year‑round ordinance framework and allows the board to adopt time‑limited fireworks prohibitions by resolution if fire conditions require.

The Garfield County Board of County Commissioners adopted the first reading of an ordinance restricting the possession, use and sale of fireworks within the county, a standard annual action intended to provide the board with a clear legal framework for fire‑season restrictions.

The ordinance establishes authority for the county to prohibit fireworks and to…

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