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Tigard Council bans fireworks this Fourth July 01 2021
The Tigard City Council joined Tualatin banning fireworks in the wake of hot, dry weather and 100-degree temperatures
Due to extreme heat, drought conditions and the potential for wildfires, the city of Tigard has immediately banned lighting fireworks inside city limits through July 9.
On Thursday evening, July 1, the Tigard City Council approved an emergency declerations in a 3-0 vote.
Also, passed was a motion by Councilor John Goodhouse to increase fines for igniting illegal firework from $250 to $1,000. The increased fines will be in place through Sept. 1.
The ban will come as a financial hit to many fireworks sellers in the area. Councilors said the city would look into whether it might be able to compensate firework booths, specifically those that are set up to benefit nonprofit groups, for a loss of revenue due to the ban.