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Civic Celebration Commission report prompts debate over drone show, fireworks and parade safety
Summary
The Civic Celebration Commission presented its annual report, drawing debate from council members and volunteers over a recent drone show, whether to restore fireworks for 2026’s semiquincentennial, parade safety concerns (candy toss and children near vehicles) and budget transparency for the drone event.
Robert Brunow, chair of the Civic Celebration Commission, presented the commission’s annual report to the Wauwatosa Transportation Affairs Committee and answered questions about recent events, fundraising and public feedback.
Brunow said the commission followed the mayor and administrator’s recommendation in holding a drone show this year and acknowledged “countless emails” expressing displeasure about the 14-minute drone program. Several council members and commissioners urged a return to fireworks for July 4, 2026 — the nation’s 250th anniversary — saying…
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