Good morning neighbors,
I am pleased to share that my District 6 in-district meeting will be held in-person July 22 at the Sprinker Recreation Center. Doors open at 6 p.m. and the meeting will begin at 6:30 p.m.
The topic is Resilient Youth, and I’ve invited several local organizations that worked hard through the pandemic to come speak about the opportunities and resources they provide in the community. I am hopeful that we will finally get to meet face-to-face. However, because we will meet in this in-person format, we will not be able to offer remote attendance through Zoom like we have over the last year. Stay tuned for more information.
Fourth of July
As we near the upcoming three-day holiday weekend I want to make sure you know the rules around fireworks, how to report concerns and remind everyone to be considerate and think about your neighbors.
Depending on where you live – incorporated or unincorporated Pierce County – the rules may differ on when you can discharge fireworks.
Here is when you can use fireworks in District 6:
Unincorporated Pierce County:
- July 1 to 3: 10 a.m. to 11 p.m.
- July 4: 10 a.m. to midnight.
- July 5 (this year because the Fourth is on a Sunday): 10 a.m. to 11 p.m.
JBLM, Steilacoom & Tacoma: All fireworks banned.
DuPont: July 3 & 4: Noon to Midnight.
Lakewood: July 3 to 5: 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.
For more information about firework laws in unincorporated Pierce County visit the county’s fireworks page which outlines how to celebrate safely. West Pierce Fire and Rescue also has helpful tips on its website.
Legal vs. Illegal Fireworks
Fireworks stands open next week across the county. Remember if you choose to purchase fireworks at one of these stands that they are legal in MOST areas in our community, but not all. Visit the Washington State Patrol legal and illegal fireworks page to see what you can and cannot use in our state.
Reporting a Concern
The Fourth of July weekend is one of the busiest times for law enforcement and emergency services. Between small fires, illegal events, drunk driving and general misconduct and crime, 911 gets a workout. So, what do you report and to who?
If it is an emergency absolutely call 911.
However, if you are calling about a loud party, or reporting someone setting off illegal fireworks, please call the non-emergency number at 253-287-4455. I have asked that we track these calls and pull data on the number we get and their locations.
Have a Safe & Happy Fourth of July