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Council favors lake/dam for June 28 fireworks, discusses parking and security
Summary
Ballinger council members agreed the lake/dam area is the most likely site for June 28 fireworks and discussed directing traffic, improving spillway parking and hiring officers for security. Weather and muddy conditions were flagged as factors for parking usability.
Council members agreed the lake (dam) is the most likely location for the June 28 fireworks display and discussed logistics to make the area usable for the public. A council member noted the fireworks have historically been shot off the dam and suggested improving parking at the spillway; maintenance staff said the city could use its equipment to smooth the area, weather permitting.
Council members and the Park Board discussed assigning personnel to direct traffic, protecting access and preventing people from blocking roads. Security needs were raised: the Park Board recommended two officers for a 4- to 5-hour shift (example proposed window: 9 p.m. to 3 a.m.), and council discussed overtime rates to compensate officers for event duty.
