4/14/14 - Some state-level changes prompted a discussion on how to handle retail fireworks sales at the Tyrone Township Planning Commission's most recent meeting. The latest changes to state fireworks laws created standards for retail fireworks, but Tyrone Planning Commission Chair Mark Meisel says local municipalities bear a lot of the burden to establish regulations. He says the ordinance currently on the books in Tyrone does not adequately spell out what to do with temporary fireworks sales, and the township is working to adapt and accommodate them. On Wednesday, the township planning commission meeting discussed temporary businesses, seasonal sales, temporary structures, and other topics associated with the sale of fireworks around major holidays. The goal of the discussion is to advance the township toward changes in the local ordinance that would provide a safe and fair solution for fireworks sales as outlined in state law. Fireworks may be lumped into seasonal sale items, like Christmas trees and pumpkins, which would allow vendors more time to sell their goods. Meisel says several meetings will likely be required before any changes are ready for action by the township. (TD)
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