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Council adopts fireworks ordinance to match state timeframe; members urge clearer enforcement guidance
Summary
The council adopted an amendment to Chapter 46 to allow consumer fireworks during windows set by state law (July 3, July 4 and Dec. 31) and discussed enforcement of park protection and documentation needed for citations.
The Des Moines City Council voted unanimously to amend Chapter 46 of the municipal code to conform to state law on when consumer fireworks may be discharged within city limits. The ordinance sets allowed windows at 9 a.m.–10 p.m. on July 3, 9 a.m.–11 p.m. on July 4 and 9 a.m.–11:59 p.m. on Dec. 31.
Councilmembers emphasized enforcement concerns, especially protecting parks from fireworks-related damage and making clear to residents what evidence the city needs to issue citations. One councilmember said the city should plan for…
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