Sheriff seeks expanded fireworks enforcement; board asks for edits after vendor and public comments
The sheriff introduced an ordinance to strengthen fireworks enforcement and allow property-owner liability; vendors and residents asked for changes. The board directed staff to revise the draft and return for reintroduction rather than adopt it at the March 11 meeting.
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The Madera County Sheriff's Office presented a proposed revision to Chapter 9.36 of the county code on March 11 that would broaden fireworks enforcement powers, make property owners accountable for fireworks launched from their land, and establish clearer permitting and vendor rules.
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