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Residents urge limits on fireworks; council hears concerns but takes no immediate ordinance action
Summary
Multiple residents, veterinarians and a veteran urged the Town of James Island to restrict fireworks hours and sales; the council discussed outreach and enforcement limits and asked staff to gather more information.
Dozens of residents and several local veterinarians urged the Town of James Island council to restrict fireworks use and/or sales, citing animal welfare, veteran PTSD and environmental concerns. The council heard public comment and discussed outreach and enforcement options but took no ordinance action at the meeting.
Speakers during the public-comment period included Lindy Mills (565 Schooner Road) and Wendy Mills, who requested limits on hours when fireworks can be set off and suggested point-of-sale notices for buyers. Lindy Mills told council, “If we are going to allow fireworks to be sold in our community… the firework…
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