Hays Post
The Ellis County Commission will consider allowing the discharge of fireworks in the unincorporated areas of the county at the commission's first meeting of June.
According to County Administrator and Fire Chief Darin Myers, there were 11 fireworks-related issues in 2022. That was 11 more than the previous five years combined.
The commission will consider the resolution to allow fireworks from July 2-4 from 10 a.m. through 11 p.m. If approved, the times would be the same as the city of Hays.
In other business, the commission will review the first draft of the 2024 budget and hear updates on the R9 Ranch project, the health department and a High Plains Mental Health annual report.
Tuesday’s meeting is set for 8:30 a.m. at the Administrative Center at 718 Main St. in Hays.