(A) Only consumer distributors or retailers registered with the Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal (OSFM) may distribute or sell fireworks within the City of Kewanee. No distributor may sell or transfer fireworks to any person who does not possess a valid display permit. All sales and use of consumer fireworks must be in full compliance with all state laws (425 ILCS 35/, Pyrotechnic Use Act) and all requirements of the OSFM.
(B) Consumer distributors or retailers registered with the OSFM shall apply to the City Clerk for a permit to sell fireworks within the city. The permit fee shall be $250.
(1) The location of the distributor or retailer shall be inspected and approved by the Director of Community Development prior to the selling of any fireworks.
(2) The inventory of the distributor or retailer shall be inspected and approved by the Fire Chief for compliance with state laws and regulations of the OSFM prior to the selling of fireworks.
(3) The permit to sell fireworks shall be valid only for a period from 8:00 a.m. June 20th through 9:00 p.m. on July 4th.
(C) No sale of fireworks or novelty items to anyone below the age of 18 shall be permitted.
('71 Code, § 6-2-2) (Ord. 2276, passed 5-10-82; Am. Ord. 4098, passed 5-9-22) Penalty, see § 94.99