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Midway adopts ordinance restricting fireworks within city limits
Summary
The Midway City Council on April 21 adopted Ordinance 2026-11 limiting the discharge of fireworks within city limits, citing dry conditions and urging clearer public maps showing restricted areas.
The Midway City Council adopted Ordinance 2026-11 on April 21, restricting the discharge and use of fireworks within the city.
Council members and staff discussed the proposed ordinance and a map showing restricted areas, saying Midway should "be a voice of reason" given current dry conditions and that the map needs higher contrast and wider public display. Council Member Andy Garland moved to adopt the ordinance; Council Member JC Simonsen seconded and the motion passed with Garland, Osborne, Payne and Simonsen voting aye and Council Member Lisa Orme excused.
The ordinance as adopted places limits on where fireworks may be discharged; a map accompanying the ordinance will be posted more widely, per council direction. The meeting record does not specify an effective date, fines, or detailed enforcement procedures; those details are in the ordinance document in the supplemental file.
The council made no additional amendments during the discussion. The vote followed a brief presentation and discussion of the map and safety concerns. The council did not receive public comment on this item at the meeting.
