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City randomly selects organizations for two‑year 'safe and sane' fireworks permits
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Summary
In a public drawing, city staff and the city clerk selected nine organizations to proceed to the permitting phase for two‑year 'safe and sane' fireworks sale permits and named six alternates to an eligibility list.
The City of Orange conducted a random lottery on Feb. 24 to select organizations eligible to apply for 'safe and sane' fireworks‑sale permits under the two‑year cycle established by resolution 11,648.
Staff said 27 applications were received and 25 organizations were recommended for inclusion in the drawing. Per the approved process, a maximum of 12 permits can be issued; staff and council selected nine organizations to advance to permitting and six alternates for the eligibility list in case any selected organization cannot obtain a permit.
The nine organizations drawn (as read into the record) included Young Life; Santiago Canyon College Foundation; Orange Lutheran High School; McPherson Education Foundation; Journey to Hope Ministries; Orange Antlers (Elks Lodge No. 1475); Orange Plaza Rotary Club; Cedar Tree Music and Performance; and Go Kat. Alternates included Rusty's Foundation; Church of God of Prophecy (Orange); Homeless Intervention Services of Orange County; Father JJ Juba Council (Knights of Columbus); Love Orange; and House of Mercy.
Staff will move selected organizations into the permitting process, coordinate with the Fire Department on safety requirements, and notify alternates if opportunities open.
Next steps: staff will work with the selected organizations on permits and safety reviews and will notify alternates as needed.
