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Oxnard resident urges action on nightly fireworks in Oxnard Shores

3535080 · May 27, 2025
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A resident told the Public Works and Transportation Committee that nightly fireworks from Memorial Day through Labor Day are causing distress to pets and people in Oxnard Shores and called on city officials to take steps similar to neighboring communities. Committee members noted a police-led PSA effort and provided a contact for participation.

Susan Hartzler, a resident of Oxnard Shores who volunteers with local high schools, told the Oxnard Public Works and Transportation Committee on May 27 that nightly fireworks from Memorial Day through Labor Day are disrupting residents and endangering animals and people.

"The problem is nightly fireworks from Memorial Day to Labor Day. Nightly. Nightly," Hartzler said, adding that her therapy dog, Paige Turner, and other animals become "deathly afraid" and that neighbors have suffered serious consequences. Hartzler said a…

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