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Street Sweeping
Be advised,  street sweeper service will not be preformed on Tuesday July Fourth in honor of the 4th of July holiday.  Vehicles will not be cited for parking violations pertaining to street sweeping on July Fourth.  Sweeper services will resume on Wednesday July Fifth.

The City of Commerce mission is to educate the public on the safe use of fireworks and encourages residents to follow the following safety tips before engaging in fireworks celebrations this Fourth of July:

1. Obey all local laws regarding the use of fireworks.
2. Know your fireworks; read the cautionary labels and performance descriptions before igniting.
3. A responsible adult should supervise all firework activities.  Never give fireworks to children.
4. Alcohol and fireworks do not mix.  Save your alcohol for after the show.
5. Wear safety glasses when shooting fireworks.
6. Light one firework at a time and then quickly move away.
7. Do not hold a fireworks item in your hand.
8. Use fireworks outdoors in a clear area; away from buildings and vehicles.
9. Never re-light a “dud” firework.  Wait 20 minutes and then soak it in a bucket of water before you discard it.
10. After purchasing fireworks, always store them in a cool, dry place.
11. When using fireworks always have a connected hose, bucket of water, or other water source nearby.
12. Never carry fireworks in your pocket or shoot them into metal or glass containers.
13. Do not experiment with homemade fireworks.
14. Dispose of spent fireworks by wetting them down and place in a metal trash can away from any building or combustible materials until the next day.
15. Ensure all pets and animals are away from fireworks noise.
16. With the rise in stress-related disorders affecting American military service men and women, pay special consideration to individuals who may be sensitive to loud noises in proximity to your fireworks show.