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This memorandum provides a status report on the implementation of the Fireworks Ordinance Work Plan, detailing efforts to mitigate illegal fireworks use in San José. It outlines the history of fireworks regulations, recent initiatives, and the collaboration among various city departments. The report highlights community outreach, enforcement strategies, and data from the 2025 Lunar New Year (Tết) and Fourth of July reporting periods, including incidents and community engagement metrics.
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The City Council amended the San José Municipal Code in 1984 to prohibit all fireworks except for controlled public displays.
In response to complaints, the City Council directed the City Manager to revise fireworks enforcement in 2014.
The Fireworks Ordinance Work Plan includes public education, reporting enhancements, and enforcement strategies.
The Fire Department and Police Department coordinated efforts to address illegal fireworks, including community outreach and the use of UAV technology for surveillance.
During the 2025 Lunar New Year (Tết), there were 21 fireworks-related incidents and 3,466 calls for service.
During the 2025 Fourth of July, there were 69 fireworks-related incidents and 11,581 calls for service.
The Police Department executed search warrants leading to the seizure of over 3,300 pounds of illegal fireworks.
The Planning, Building and Code Enforcement Department reviewed numerous reports and issued warning notices and citations based on evidence.
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PSFSS COMMITTEE AGENDA: ITEM: TO: PUBLIC SAFETY, FINANCE AND STRATEGIC SUPPORT COMMITTEE SUBJECT: Fireworks Ordinance Work Plan Status Report Approved 8/21/25 (d)3. FROM: Robert Sapien, Jr. Paul Joseph Chris Burton Khaled Tawfik DATE: August 1, 2025 Date: 8/13/2025 RECOMMENDATION Accept the status report on the implementation of the Fireworks Ordinance Work Plan. BACKGROUND In 1984, the City Council amended the San José Municipal Code to prohibit all fireworks, including “safe and sane” varieties, except for controlled public fireworks displays conducted by licensed pyrotechnicians and authorized through permits issued by the Fire Department. In August 2014, in response to a rise in noise and safety complaints from residents, the City Council directed the City Manager to revise the City’s fireworks enforcement approach. Both the Fire Department and the Police Department were tasked with identifying enforcement mechanisms to deter and ultimately reduce the illegal sale, use, possession, and storage of fireworks. Subsequently, in June 2015, the City Council directed the City Manager to develop a framework for citing, fining, and adjudicating violations related to the use,...
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The document is a status report on the Fireworks Ordinance Work Plan presented to the Public Safety, Finance and Strategic Support Committee. It outlines goals for 2025, including increasing public awareness about illegal fireworks, utilizing data for targeted advertising, and refining enforcement strategies. The report reviews activities from 2024 and early 2025, including public awareness campaigns and police enforcement efforts. It discusses the illegal fireworks hotline, citations, and a proposed adjustment to the spectator fine for illegal fireworks. The report concludes with next steps for continued enhancement and new strategies for enforcement.
Key points
Goals for 2025 include increasing public awareness about illegal fireworks and reducing illegal fireworks activity.
Utilization of 2024 data for targeted advertising and education.
Completion of various public awareness campaigns for New Year and Fourth of July.
Total emergency responses and medical calls related to fireworks are documented.
Proposed adjustment of the spectator fine for illegal fireworks to $500.
Next steps include collaboration with partner departments and applying for grants.
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Fireworks Ordinance Work Plan Status Report Public Safety, Finance and Strategic Support Committee August 21, 2025 Item (d)3. Presented by: James Dobson, Deputy Fire Chief/Fire Marshal – Fire Department, Bureau of Fire Prevention Thursday, August 21, 2025 Program Components 2025 Goals ✓ Increase Public Awareness about the Dangers of Illegal Fireworks Education & Outreach (Awareness) Reporting ✓ Utilize 2024 Hot Spot Data for Targeted Advertising, Preemptive Education Presence, and Enforcement ✓ Increase SJ311 Illegal Fireworks Dashboard Refresh Rate ✓ Reduce Illegal Fireworks Activity, Injuries, and Fires Enforcement ✓ Further explore and refine the Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Enforcement Program ✓ Complete Illegal Fireworks Fine Adjustment Study and Propose an Increased Spectator Fine Amount 2 Thursday, August 21, 2025 Year-In-Review Aug. 2024 • Completion of Report Processing, Citations, and Warnings Issued • Lessons Learned Debrief • Next Year’s Planning and Work Plan Creation 3 Jan.Feb. 2025 May 2025 • New Year Public • Illegal Fireworks Awareness Campaign Partnering Agency Launch Campaign Discussions Begin • New Years • Lunar New Year/Tết • AB1403 California's Dangerous...