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Home My WebLink About2012-06-26 Regular City Commission Meeting Minutes (with Exhibits)Mayor Flury called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m Patricia A. Flury C. K. "Mac" McElyea Anne Castro Walter Duke Bobbie H. Grace Robert Baldwin Thomas Ansbro Tom Schneider Present: Mayor: Vice-Mayor: Commissioners City Manager: City Attorney: Deputy City Clerk 2. Invocation and Pledge of Alleeiance Jim Silvernale, member of the Dania Beach Lions club, gave the invocation followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the United States Flag. 3. Presentations and Soecial Event Aoorovals 3.1 Special Event request from the Broward County Environmental Protection and Giowth Management Department for their annual "Ocean Conservancy's International Coastal Cleanup" on Saturday, September 15,2012, from 9:00 a'm' to 12:00 p.m., on Dania Beach (Frank C. "Tootsie Adler" Park). The applicant is also requesting a waiver of parking fees for all participants of the clean-up. commissioner Castro motioned to approve the special Event request for ocean Conservancy,s International Coastal Cleanup; seconded by commissioner Duke. The motion carried on the following 5-0 Roll Call vote; Commissioner Castro Commissioner Duke Commissioner Grace Vice-Mayor McElyea Mayor Flury Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Special Event request from Commissioner Bobbie H. Grace, Dania Economic and Divelopment Corporation, for a "Community Fellowship Day" to honor C W' Thomai, to be held at C.W. Thomas Park, 100 N.W. 8th Avenue, from 11:00 a m - 5:00 p.m., Saturday, JulY 21,2012. 1 . Call to Order/Roll Call MINI]TES OF REGULAR MEETING DANIA BEACH CITY COMMISSION TUESDAY, JUNE 26, 2012 - 7:00 P'M. Commissioner castro motioned to approve the Special Event request for the community Fellowship Day; seconded by Commissioner Duke. The motion carried on the following 5-0 Roll Call vote: Commissioner Castro Commissioner Duke Commissioner Grace Vice-Mayor McElyea Mayor Flury Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes 4. Proclamations 4.1 Dania Beach Lions Club 65th Diamond Jubilee Anniversary Mayor Flury presented the proclamation to Jim Silvemale and other members of the Dania Beach Lions Club. Mr. Silvernale thanked the Commissioners and City staff for the use of City facilities lbr their meetings, and said the organization enjoys working in the community. 5. Citizen Commenls Christine Douglas,4665 sw 38 Terrace, thanked the commission for everything being done for the Davis Isles neighborhood. Kelvin Daise, I I 0 Nw 14 Avenue, spoke about the lack of Fire Rescue billing itemization relative to charges for mileage. routes taken, and tending paramedics. After a brief discussion, Mayor Flury suggested city Manager Baldwin and the Fire chief meet to ascartain the billing system's data capabilities, and advise Mr. Daise accordingly. 6. Public Safetv Reports Donn Peterson, BSO Chiel of Police, introduced Lt. Will Jackson, who is replacing recently retired Assistant Chief Grimm, and spoke about his background. Chief Mike Cassano, BSO Fire Rescue, noted he is temporarily fulfilling liaison duties in place ofretired Deputy Fire ChielRaiken, and spoke about a handout distributed to the Commissioners regarding a summer season safety initiative pertaining to fireworks safety and drowning prevention. Minules of Regular Meeting Dania Beach City Commission Tuesday, June 26, 2012 7:00 p.m 2 7. Consent Asenda Items added lo Consent Agenda: #7.8 Items removedfrom Consent Agendt: #7.3, #7.4, #7.7 7.1 Minutes: Approve minutes of June 12,2012 City Commission meeting 7 .2 Travel Requests: None Resolutions 7.5 RESOLUTTON#2012-077 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE PROPER CITY OFFICIALS TO EXECUTE A COMMERCIAL CONTRACT BETWEEN THE CITY AND LILLIE M. HOBBS TO ALLOW HER TO PURCHASE SURPLUS PROPERTY LOCATED AT7I5 NW IST STREET IN DANIA BEACH, FLoRIDAi PRoVIDINC FoR FI",NDING; PRoVIDING FoR CONFLICTS; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE 7.6 RESOLUTION#2012-078 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZINC THE CITY MANAGER TO PURCHASE ELECTRICAL CONSTRUCTION SERVICES FROM R & R ELECTRIC OF BROWARD, INC., FOR IMPROVEMENTS AT THE DANIA BEACH PIER AND PIERRESTAURANT IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED FIFTY-TWO THOUSAND TWO HUNDRED TWENTYDOLLARS ($52,220,00) WITHOUT COMPETITIVE BIDDING AND WITHOUT ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. 7.8 Auctioneer and Fortune Teller Business Tax Renewals for Fiscal Year 2013o Estate Auction Company - 6 S. Federal Highwayo Stampler Auctions - 1914 Tigertail Boulevardo Wamer Galleries - 17 S. Federal Highway. Sophia's Psychic Shop - 251 I Stirling Roado Psychic Life Readings - 4409 Stirling Road commissioner Grace motioned to adopt the consent Agenda, with the addition of ltem #7.8, and with the exception of ltems #7.3,, #7.4, and #7.7; secontled by Commissioner Castro. The motion carried on the following 5-0 Roll Call vote: Commissioner Castro Commissioner Duke Commissioner Grace 7.3 RESOLUTION#2012-075 Vice-Mayor McElyea Mayor Flury Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Minutes of Regular Meeting Dania Beach City Commission Tuesday, June 26,2012 7:00 p.m J Addendum A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA,AUTIIORIZING THE PROPER CITY OFFICIALS TO EXECUTE A THIRD AMENDMENT TO ANINTERLOCAL AGREEMENT EXISTING BETWEEN BROWARD COLINTY AND THE CITY OF DANIABEACH, FLOPJDA, FOR BUILDINC CODE SERVICES TO BE PERFORMED BY THE BROWARD COUNTYPERMITTING, LICENSING AND CONSUMER PROTECTION AND CROW'|H MANAGEMENT DEPARTMENT; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. City Attomey Ansbro read the title of Resolution #2012-07 5 commissioner castro commented about the previous time this matter came up. She confirmed this is an outsourced contract service with Broward county and is pay as you go for only the hours necessary to complete work assignments. She referred to an issue in Melaleuca concerning the airport and noise prooling, and felt it is particularly beneficial to have Broward county as the contractor in this case because of what is happening with that permitting process. commissioner castro motioned to adopt Resolution #2012-07s; seconded by commissioner Grace. The motion carried on the following 5-0 Roll Call vote: Commissioner Castro Commissioner Duke Commissioner Grace Commissioner Castro Commissioncr Dukc Commissioner Grace Vice-Mayor McElyea Mayor Flury Vice-Mayor McElyea Mayor Flury Yes Yes DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, 36TU YEAR CoMMI,NITY Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes 7.4 RESOLUTION#2012-076 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA,AUTHORIZING THE PROPER CITY OFFICIALS TO EXECUTE AN INTERLOCAL AGREEMENTBETWEEN BROWARD COUNTY AND THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, FOR 'GO SOLAR'BUILDING PERMIT-RELATED SERVICES TO BE PERFORMED BY BROWARD COLTNTY; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. City Attorney Ansbro read the title of Resol ution #2012-07 6 Commissioner castro stressed the importance ol the Go soLAR program, noting that the purpose of this resolution is to streamline the permitting and application process, which is quite technical, between the City and the county. She confirmed the Broward program is for residential and small commercial, said it has approximately $650,000.00 in funding available (on a first come, first served basis), and encouraged anyone interested to appty expeditiously. commissioner castro motioned to adopt Resolution #2012-076]' seconded by commissioner Grace. The motion carried on the follorving 5-0 Roll Call vote: Yes Ycs Yes 7.7 RESOLUTION#2012-079 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY AUTHOzuZING THE PROPER CITY OFFICIALS TO EXECUTE Minutes of Regular Meeting 4 Dania Beach City Commission Tuesday, June 26,2012 7:00 p.m. OF THE DEVIJLOPMENT BLOCK GRANT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDAAND BROWARD COUNTY IN THE AMOLNT OF 5344,453.00 TO PROVIDE SOLAR POWERED STREET LIGHTING; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; FURTHER, PROVIDING FoR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. City Attomey Ansbro read the title of Resolutton #2012-079. Commissioner Castro questioned the amount that will be left in the current budget year line itemfor solar lighting after the city's contribution, which could be used to help offset any budget shortfall in the coming year. city Manager Baldwin responded there will be approximately $129,000.00 available to put back in the capital fund if the Commission so chooses. Commissioner castro motioned to adopt Resolution #2012-079; seconded by commissioner Duke. The motion carried on the following 5-0 Rolt Call vote: Commissioner Castro Commissioner Duke Commissioner Gracc Vicc-Mayor McElyea Nlayor Flun Vice-Mayor McElyea Mayor Flury Yes Yes Ycs Yes Yes Yes Yes 8. Bids and Requests for Proposals 8.1 RESOLUTION#2012-080 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, AWARDING A BID TO LAWN WIZARD USA, tNC,, IN THE AMOUNT OF $222,740,00 FOR GROUNDS AND RIGHT-OF-WAY MAINTENANCE; PROVIDING ASSURANCES; PROVIDING FOR FUNDING; PROVIDING FoR CONFLICTS; FURTHER, PROVIDINC FOR AN EFFECTTVE DATE. Commissioner Castro noted we need to make certain that Hollywood and FDOT maintain those portions along Griffin and Stirling Roads that are their responsibility, and questioned ifthere is a way to delineate the areas to ensure our contractor does not do other people's work. Dominic Orlando, Director of Public Services, said stalf has been instructed to report anl.thing not being maintained that is not our responsibility so that he can follow up with the responsible party. He said perhaps demarcation could be done using a diflerent type of landscaping. The motion carried on the following 5-0 Rolt Call vote: 5 Ycs Yes Ycs Commissioner Castro Commissioner Duke Commissioner Grace Minutes of Regular Meeting Dania Beach City Commission Tuesda),, June 26, 2012 - 7:00 p.m. City Attorney Ansbro read the title ofResolution #2012-080. Commissioner Duke motioned to adopt Resolution #2012-080; seconded by commissioner Castro. 8.2 RESOLUTTON#2012-081 A RI]SOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, AWARDING A BID TO ELECTRICAL CONTRACTINC SERVICE, IN THE AMOUNT OF $599,795.00 FOR CITY WIDE SOI-AR LIGHTING IMPROVEMENTS; PROVIDING ASSURANCES; PROVIDING FOR ADDITIONAL PROJECT FLTNDINC; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. City Attomey Ansbro read the title of Resolution #2012-081 Commissioner Castro motioned to adopt Resolution #2012-081; seconded by Vice-Mayor McElyea. The motion carried on the following 5-0 Roll Call vote: Commissioner Castro Commissioner Duke Commissioner Grace Vice-Mayor McElyea Mayor Flury Vice-Mayor McElyea Mayor Flury Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes 9. Public Hearings and Site Plans 9.1 ORDINANCE#2012-013 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE EXPENDITURE OF CITY FI.,NDS EXCEEDING ONE MILLION DOLLARS ($ I ,OOO,OOO,OO), WHTCH EXPENDI'I'URE IS NOT TO EXCEED THE PROJECT ESTIMATE APPROVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION, TO FUND THE REHABILN'ATION OF THE DANIA BEACH MUNICIPAL MARINA; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; FURTHER, PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (SECOND READING) City Attorney Ansbro read the title of Ordinance #2012-013 Ma1'or Flury clarified this item is ior approval to spend the funds, as needed, and actual expenditures will come back to the Commission as they occur. Mayor Flury opened the Public Hearing. Seeing as lhere was no one to speak in favor or opposition, she closed the Public Hearing. Commissioner Grace motioned to adopt Ordinance #2012-013, on second reading; seconded by Commissioner Castro. The motion carried on the following 5-0 Roll Call vote: Commissioner Castro Commissioner Duke Commissioner Grace Yes Yes Yes Ycs Yes Thcre were no discussion items on this agenda. M inutes of Regular Meeting Dania Beach City Commission'luesday, June 26, 2012 1:00 p.m 6 10. Discussion and Possiblc Action I l. Commission Comments I l.l Commissioner Castro Commissioner Castro commented there are some items in the CRA budget that have not been utilized, in particular, a crime program, and she requested Chief Peterson follow up with CRA Director Earle in furtherance oi working out a program. She also commented on the success of the business retention program, but noted during budget 1ime, we may have to look at what opportunities exist to attract businesses to Dania Beach. She felt CRA Director Earle should work with City Manager Baldwin on the CRA budget, and a workshop or at least meetings should be held. Commissioner Castro noted there likely will not be a bid for the wall plants for Melaleuca Gardens until after July. Commissioner Castro reported there are no red flags yet conceming the Consumptive Use Permit. Commissioner Castro said three quotes for the stop signs are in and City Manager Baldwin noted the signs should be installed this week. Commissioner Castro commented about the FDOT stormwater program, noting the money is still available and we have to follow their schedule. Commissioner Castro spoke about the I-Board and the potential financial impact to lhe City. She said City Manager Baldwin will bring a resolution to the Commission which will recommend a position we would like other cities to take on this matter. Commissioner Castro noted the City's case regarding the airport issue relative to a temporary injunction of the Army Corps of Engineers permit will go before the Federal Court on July 3'd. She advised that the Broward County Aviation Department, without notice to the County Commission or City, changed the policy regarding noise proofing and read the new language aloud; in essence, should a person decline pa(icipation at this time, they witl not be eligible for residential sound insulation in the future. Additionally, failure to participate in the residential sound insulation program will deem a person ineligible for the upcoming voluntary sales assistance program. Commissioner Castro spoke about communications with County officials and staff, who are now reviewing the language, and recommended the public have a lawyer review the paperwork before they sign it. She requested an update or notice about this policy change be placed on the City's website. Minutes of Regular Meeting Dania Beach City Commission Tuesday, June 26,2012 - 7:00 p.m 7 Commissioner Castro advised that voters in Precinct S 12 will vote in 5005 for the primary election and suggested a special effort be made to infbrm them of same. Commissioner Duke commented on the flood victims in north Florida and past flooding in Dania Beach, which he felt pales in comparison to what is occurring in the northern part of the state. I 1.3 Commissioner Grace Commissioner Grace spoke about recent community events. Commissioner Grace spoke about the American Cancer Society Mayors' Luncheon she attended as the representative of the City and noted the Dania Beach Relay for Life, which the City sponsored, fell $5,000.00 short of its goal. Additional contributions to reach the goal may be made until August. Commissioner Grace commented about information provided by Assistant City Manager Donnelly on a homeowner assistance program available to Dania Beach residents for repairing or replacing damaged roofs, windows, and doors. Anyone needing assistance should contact her or Assistant City Manager Donnelly. I 1.,+ Vice-Mayor McElyea Vice-Mayor McElyea requested staff contact the property owner and the City of Hollywood regarding overgrown trees and bushes encroaching on the sidewalk in the area of Stirling Road and 2nd Street. I 1.5 Mayor Flury Mayor Flury commented about her recent attendance at the Institute for Municipal Officials in 'fampa. Mayor Flury requested the CRA budget be discussed at the City budget meeting scheduled in July. 12. Appointments Commissioner Duke spoke about Commissioner Castro's appointment of Steve Palazzo Io lhe Marine Advisory Board at the previous meeting, and suggested if Commissioner Grace instead appointed Mr. Palazzo, he would be able to serve longer than fbur months. Commissioner Castro withdrew her appointment of Steve Palazzo. Commissioner Grace appointed Steve Palazzo to the Marine Advisory Board Mayor Flury requested staff fbllow-up as appropriate and noted the opening on this board rs now Commissioner Castro's to fill. Minutes of Regular Meeting Dania Beach City Commission Tuesday, June 26,2012 - 7:00 p,m 8 11.2 Commissioner Duke I 3. Administrative Rcparr[s 13.1 City Manager City Manager Baldwin reported on the efforts undertaken to get stop signs installed on SE 5s Avenue and said, in response to Mayor Flury, obtaining bids was necessary in order to conform to engineering standards. City Manager Baldwin spoke about past flooding in the City and his concern every time it rains, however great progress has been made as evidenced by no problems resulting from the heavy rains this past weekend. 13.2 City Attomey Cily Attomey Ansbro commented about a meeting regarding Quarterdeck and the high quality plans submitted to the City, which he noted expedite the review process and result in renovations moving along quickly. 13.3 Citv Clerk - Reminders Thursday, luly 19,2012 - 6:00 p.m. Tuesday, July 24,2012 - 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, Jtly 25,2012 - 6:00 p.m. Abatement Hearing City Commission Meeting Budget Meeting City Manager Baldwin noted that an Impasse Hearing would also be held in July and the Commission would be advised when it has been set. 14. Adiournment Mayor Flury adjourned the meeting a1 7:55 p.m. AT'IEST:CITY OF DANIA BEACH 01t d<-!0") LOUISE STILSON, CMC CITY CLERK -r SF PATRICIA A. FLURY MAYOR -r o P"*-Ad^- Approved: July 24.2012 Minutes of Regular Meeting Dania Beach City Commission Tuesday, June 26, 2012 - 7:00 p.m. REQTTEST T'O ADDRESS C[T'Y COMMISSION AT REGUI-.AR OR. SF'ECIAI, MEETINGS The City is required by state law to keep minutes of City Commission meetings. To properly identifu persons who address the City Commission in those minutes, the City requests that this form be completed and provided to the City Clerk, before the meeting begins. DATEOFCOMMISSIONMEETING:'^. 2A,2OIL PRINTNAME:\lss,19 h ADDRESS: fuI' q..)3& /e.-,,, F+L^^-! BRB/Z l+kA \)-.** (!A PHONE NO. (optional) PLEASE CruCK ONE OR.BOTII OF T'HF'BOXES BEI-OW: l) i:i _CITIZENCOMMENTS: Comnents by Dania Beach citize$ or iBterested paiies that are oot paft of the regular printed agenda may be made du ng each Cornmissioo meeting during the period set aside for "Citizen Comments." A thirty (30) minute "Citizen Comments" peiod shall be designated on the agenda for citizens and hterested persons to speak on matters not scheduled on that day's agenda- Thecitizen comments' period shall begin promptly at 7:30 PM. Each speaker shall b€ limited to 3 minutes for his or her comments. PelsoBs desiring to speak during the citizen comment pe od shall inform the City Clerk immediately prior to the begiming of the meethg of their intention to speak. If more than 10 speakers express a desire to speak, the Cornrnission shall determi[e oo a meeting by meeting basis whether to (a) extend the time allotted for citizen comments to accomnodate all speakers, or (b) whether to limit the number of speakers or amount of time per speaker. A speaker's time sha.ll not be uarsferable to another speaker. 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Fireworks are thrilling and beautiful...and dangerous. Learn how to keep your loved ones SAFE; avoid getting burned or blinded. Make Your Fourth of Overview . Who is Injured? o When and Where do lnjuries Occur? o Types of Injuries o Types of Fireworks psPrevention To The Problem . How extensive is the problem? rF, a The Problem Malfunction and careless use of illegal fireworks and approved sparklers result in thousands of injuries annually. .1) \ o lnjuries Who is most likely to be injured? \J. lnjuries .Over 4Oo/o of those injured from fireworks are children L4 years of age and younger. .Males are injured three times as frequently as females Boys between the ages of 10 and 14 years have the highest o rate of injury.rl i\ . When and Where Do These lnjuries Happen?+ When and Where *rI o When and Where lnjuries occur on and around holidays associated with fireworks celebrations, especially lndependence Day. Two-thirds of all fireworks injuries occur during the month of July. Homes are where most of these injuries occur, followed by recreational settings, streets or highways, and parking lots or occupational settings. a Types of lnjury . What kinds of injuries occur? )I o Types of lnjury Fireworks-related injuries most frequently involve hands and finger (38%), and eyes (19%).\r .About half of the injuries are burns, especially to the face, hand, wrist, or arm. A small percentage of firework-related injuries lead to the amputation of hands or fingers. I ! /\// 60% 50% 400:{, 30% 20\L 10% 0% 2008 Fireworks-Related lnjurics by Type of lnjury 57To 20Yo 4Yo 18o/o Fracture or sprain OtherBurnContusion or laceration Source: NFPA a Types of lnjury Fireworks can be life-threatening. Every year thousands of people are killed from fi reworks-related i nj u ries. I \-- \ n Types of Fireworks . What types of fireworks are associated with the most injuries? tsOTTLE ROCKETS CHeRny Bounst{OtOR. r ra' lH OtaMtrIEn I r ir LoNR $TlCt(: 11" toilGGOl! :vAa;O t mol ?/8' lN ^uEt€FCt]LdE EEO ,\, ** * * * r,r .rr.,tl9{ 2008 Fireworks Rehted lnjuries by Type of Fireworks 25Yo 20% 15Yo 1lYo 5% 0 9/o 21% 2'l9/ 8% 8% 8% 6% 6% 4olo 3% 396 3% *:.""i.""."-I.*-$*t"u....o"-oss*ot'"tu-.""S r.td' -...r.r.- Source: NFPA 1'106 Leave Fireworks to the Professionals ln Florida, only sparklers are legal. Here's a good way to remember the difference: lf it launches or explodes, it's illegal! I 7) I I I 1- Prevention o What is the safest way to prevent fireworks injuries? I Prevention . Children should not be allowed to play with or ignite fireworks or sparklers.. Read and follow all warnings and instructions.. Only use sparklers outdoors and keep them away from houses and flammable materials.. When using sparklers, have a bucket of water nearby. Prevent ron . Be sure other people are out-of-range and a safe distance away before lighting sparklers.. Never ignite sparklers in a container (especially a glass or metal container).. Never experiment or attempt to make your own sparklers.. Alcohol and sparklers do NOT mix. Prevention .Always store your sparklers in a cool dry place. .Only light one item ata time. . Never try to re-ignite malfunctioning sparklers. . Never throw or point sparklers at another person. . Never carry sparklers in your pocket. .Always read and FOLLOW directions on the label. 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The g'ood news is you ca,rl enjoy your holiday a,nd the flreworks, with just a few simple sa.fety tips: EONSUMER IIREIIIORHS ilclude sparklers and fi.recrackers. The tip of a sparkler burns at a temperature of more than 1,2OO degrees Fehrenheit, which is hot enough to cause 12OO "F -Sparklers ttr.ird-degree burns. PROCEED WITH CAUT]ON! ttt Leave fireworks to the professionals. Do not use consumer fireworks. tlt The safest way to enjoy fireworks is to attend a public display conducted by trained professionals. lrl After the firework display, children should never pick up fireworks that may be left over, they may still be active. Hor^r HOT'Do5AsenRfGeRBLIR!{? f"ilNFPA - Glass melts at - Wood burns at - crk". b"k" ut _ Water boils at FACTS Each July Fourth, thousands of people, most often children and teens, are injured while using consumer fireworks. The risk of fireworks injury is highest for children ages 5-14. More than 80% of emergenry room fireworks injuries involve fireworks consumers are permitted to use. www.nha.orgleducation 't 100 'F 1000 'F 900 "F 800 "F 700 "F 600 "F 500 "F 400 'F 300 "F 200 "F 100 "F 0"F Your Source for SAFETY Information NFPA Public Education Division . 1 Batterymarch Park, Ouinry MA 02169 +* a \ -1 4 I t I