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Consider a memorandum/resolution approving a fireworks display application from Big Dog Pyro, LLC on behalf of Advent Health Medical Center.
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DATE: September 16, 2025
TO: Kent Cagle, City Manager
FROM: James Kubinski, Fire Chief
SUBJECT: Fireworks Display Application
BACKGROUND AND FINDINGS:
Section 11-6 of the Killeen Code of Ordinances provides that the City Council may permit the use of fireworks for public display. The ordinance requires an applicant to provide the following information: name of person/group sponsoring the display; evidence of financial responsibility naming the City as an additional insured; date and time of the display; confirmation of a permit from the State of Texas; the approximate number and kinds of fireworks to be discharged; the manner and place of storage; and a detailed diagram of the area of this display.
On August 06, 2025 the City Manager's Office and the Fire Marshal received an application from Big Dog Pyro, LLC on behalf of Advent Health Medical Center for a public fireworks display on September 25, 2025 from 8:15 - 8:45 pm. The proposed location for firework setup is at Advent Health Medical Center, 2201 South Clear Creek Road. The public fireworks display will be held in conjunction with the Advent Health Breast Cancer Awareness Event.
Big Dog Pyro, LLC has provided the required information outlined in the ordinance except for a State of Texas permit for the display. The application for the state requires the approval of the local fire authority before issuance. The applicant indicated the number and size of fireworks to be discharged and that they will be transported on the day of event and under constant supervision of licensed pyrotechnicians. A diagram was also provided. Number & Size of Shells to be discharged: 32 1.4 gram firework cakes no greater than 2 inches in diameter.
The Killeen Fire Marshal and other staff have reviewed the application for compliance with fire codes.
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