HomeMy WebLinkAboutLaw and Justice Committee July 31 1984LAW AND JUSTICE COMMITTEE
Minutes - July 31, 1984
The Law and Justice Committee was called to order on
Tuesday, July 31, 1984 at 1:10 p.m. by Chairperson Johnson with
all members present. Also present were Dave Langford, Fire
Marshall; Don Flesher, citizen; and Andy Fernando, Bellingham
Herald.
DISCUSSION REGARDING FIRE WORKS
Mr. Flesher referred to a State Fire Marshall notice
which delineates which fireworks may be lawfully purchased,
possessed or discharged by the public, and which fireworks are
unlawful to purchase, possess or discharge at any time. Mr.
Flesher stated that he is opposed to the discharge of fireworks
and has been annoyed with the use of fireworks near his residence
located on Yew Street Road and Bennett Road.
Mr. Flesher stated that he is prepared to work on
seeing that the laws governing the use of fireworks are enforced,
and that he will report his progress back to the Law and Justice
Committee.
Hansey requested Dave Langford, Fire Marshall, to
contact the State Fire Marshall's office and request information
on what other jurisdictions have done regarding the discharge of
illegal fire works.
Hawley questioned if
received regarding the closing
crossing. Chairperson Johnson
been received.
ATTEST:
any new information has been
of Percie Road at the railroad
stated that no new information had
Meeting adjourned at 1:35 p.m.
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