Councillor Kate Leatherbarrow brought forward a notice of motion yesterday, asking staff to look into fireworks-related complaints and bylaw enforcement.
WOODSTOCK - Fireworks enforcement will be discussed at the next Woodstock City Council meeting.
Councillor Kate Leatherbarrow brought forward a notice of motion during yesterday's meeting, asking staff to look into recent complaints surrounding fireworks. City staff will also research how other communities have handled issues surrounding municipal fireworks bylaw enforcement.
Her motion reads as follows:
That Woodstock City Council direct staff to prepare a report regarding recent complaints and corresponding enforcement of non-compliance with Municipal Code Chapter 802 - Fireworks, specifically with respect to section 802.11.1 and the discharge of fireworks outside approved holidays;
And further that the report include a review of actions being taken by other municipalities to combat similar non-compliance, including information on the option of banning the sale and discharge of fireworks outright.
In a video posted on her Facebook page, Leatherbarrow explains why she brought the motion forward.
"When I was elected, probably in early November, I heard from residents in different parts of the city that were really concerned about fireworks being set off almost every weekend, likely less in the colder months, but it's an ongoing issue with enforcement. We already have bylaws about fireworks and being set on specific holidays and it's become I think a concern and frustrating. One resident was particularly concerned about the stress it causes to their furry family members."
The matter will return to City Council on March 16th.
Oxford OPP Lay Charges After Warrant Execution
Camping Season is Open at Pittock
Application Window Open for Oxford County Grants Program
PJHL Preview - Schmalz Cup Final
Oxford Winds Celebrates 30 Years
Nomination Period Opens for Municipal Election
Theft in Thamesford is Under Investigation
Winning Lotto 6/49 Ticket Sold in Oxford
Thamesford Lions Club Celebrates 65 Years
Yellow Frost Advisory Issued for Oxford
News Poll: Schmalz Cup 2026
Realtors Care Food Drive Returns Next Week
PJHL Playoff Recap - April 29th
Charges Laid After Altercation in Woodstock
New Partnership Protects Land in Oxford
Bomb Threat Unfounded in Woodstock
Big Projects Announced for TVDSB
Tick Season Reminders from Southwestern Public Health
PJHL Playoff Recap - April 28th
Highway Construction Approaching in Burgessville
Comments
Add a comment