When: Manheim Township Commissioners virtual meeting, March 29.
What happened: The board held a special meeting to discuss a disorderly practices ordinance and the regulation of consumer fireworks, which would not impact display fireworks such as those at Longâs Park. Board President Tom OâBrien and Commissioner Donna DiMeo were absent.
Why itâs important: Commissioner Barry Kauffman asked the board to look into Manheim Townshipâs fireworks regulations after the state increased the power and number of consumer fireworks allowed. The new law would address noise, among other complaints the township has received. He said he experienced the problem in his own backyard, which is near a park where people set off fireworks.