The City of Blue Springs and the Blue Springs Police Department want to help keep families safe this Independence Day and encourage residents to “Be A Good Neighbor.”

“Being a Good Neighbor means being mindful of your Blue Springs neighbors, the environment and the appearance of our community, including disposing of all debris after discharging fireworks. We need everyone’s help to keep our community operating as a clean, safe and enjoyable place to live and celebrate,” said Mayor Carson Ross.

The City encourages residents to follow City rules and regulations regarding fireworks, stay safe and to clean up after the fun is over.

“We want our citizens to be able to enjoy their Independence Day holiday and celebrate by discharging fireworks if they so choose, but we also want everyone to be safe, legal and considerate of others during this time,” said Police Chief Bob Muenz.

Be Legal: The City reminds residents to observe the days and hours fireworks are legally allowed to be discharged within Blue Springs City limits. This year, these dates and times are July 1-3, 2022 from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. and on July 4, 2022 from 10 a.m. to Midnight. Police Officers will also exercise increased street patrol and law enforcement measures during these times to make sure residents are complying with the regulations provisioned by the City’s Fireworks Ordinance. To report fireworks violations, call (816) 228-0151 or Text-A- Tip; text BSPD plus your message, including the location of the violation to Crimes (274637).

Think Safe: Residents are encouraged to use City-approved fireworks only. These fireworks include those sold by the 19 licensed nonprofit organizations in Blue Springs only. The discharge of bottle rockets and aerial luminaries are prohibited by the City.

“By purchasing from a licensed tent within the City limits, your dollars stay in Blue Springs and go toward helping one of the 19 wonderful non-profit organizations with important fundraising efforts,” Mayor Ross said.

Play Smart encourages citizens and their family members to have fun, but be safe when discharging or detonating fireworks. An adult should always be present, and please avoid discharging fireworks in dry areas and around or near pets and animals.

Residents are also asked to be mindful of neighbors, surrounding buildings or structures, to dispose of all debris after discharging fireworks, and to use proper first aid or burn care in case of an emergency. For life-threatening emergencies, call 9-1-1.

For additional information about the campaign or fireworks safety visit www.bluespringsgov.com/fireworks.

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