June 28, 2023
By: Dwayne Page
When it comes to fireworks, not everyone welcomes the noise that comes along with the holiday. The Smithville Police Department urges those with fireworks to be cautious and respectful.
“As Police Commissioner, I think I need to remind everyone that there is NO ordinance against setting off fireworks in Smithville. The only place in the city limits where fireworks are banned is in the central business district downtown. Of course, people should not abuse this freedom and should refrain to shooting off fireworks at a reasonable time at night. After that, people may be cited for violating the city’s noise ordinance which begins at 11 p.m.,” said Smithville Police Commissioner and Alderman Shawn Jacobs.
“People shooting fireworks after 11 p.m. will simply be asked to stop,” added Police Chief Mark Collins.