As a follow up to our efforts to educate and curtail the use of fireworks in Oakley, shortly after the 4th of July I posted a letter seeking residents' assistance in identifying those that may be setting off fireworks in their neighborhoods. We received some very positive comments about our efforts and over twenty emails from residents that anonymously provided addresses of potential violators.

As part of our action plan, residents living at these addresses that are suspected of fireworks use will receive a direct contact from the Oakley Police Department. These residents will be reminded that all types of fireworks are illegal in Oakley and that we have identified their address as a location where fireworks may have been set off in the past. The Police Department will emphasize our zero tolerance and that additional enforcement will be conducted during the celebratory holidays - specifically at and near the addresses that have been identified. We are hopeful that this preventative measure will have a positive impact.