Springfield City Council advances bill cracking down on fireworks; city would tow vehicles owned by people who don’t pay fines Updated Mar 16, 2021; Posted Mar 16, 2021 A photo provided by the Springfield Police Department shows cases of illegal fireworks confiscated in July 2020. Facebook Share SPRINGFIELD — Citing concerns about public safety and noise, the City Council on Monday approved a home rule bill that would allow police to immobilize or tow vehicles owned by people who haven’t paid fines for illegal fireworks. The bill, proposed by Mayor Domenic J. Sarno and lead sponsor Councilor Victor Davila, will also need approval from the state Legislature and Gov. Charlie Baker before it can take effect in Springfield.