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HomeMy WebLinkAbout4A - Public CommentTiffani Bailey From: Bettina <brosie96@yahoo.com> Sent: Wednesday, February 23, 2022 7:52 PM To: City Clerk Subject: Please no fireworks in PS! NOTICE: This message originated outside of The City of Palm Springs -- DO NOT CLICK on links or open attachments unless you are sure the content is safe. Dear council members, Please consider banning all fireworks in the city of Palm Springs. These are so terrible for dogs, cats, wildlife and people with PTSD. There are very sophisticated light shows that are even more spectacular than fireworks. I know last year's laser show needed work, but with plenty of time, I'm sure that this year's can be fantastic! Please consider moving to only laser shows. Thank you for your time. Bettina Rosmarino Palm Springs Wildlife Advocates: www.pswildlife.org Oswit Land Trust: www.oswitlandtrust.org 2 Ga-2,0 22 qtWiu o) MMPVU x1Lire NO, � l Tiffani Bailey From: Jill Vega <kenyaecho@gmail.com> Sent: Wednesday, February 23, 2022 8:00 PM To: City Clerk Subject: Item 4A - Fireworks NOTICE: This message originated outside of The City of Palm Springs -- DO NOT CLICK on links or open attachments unless you are sure the content is safe. Dear Mayor and City Council members, I am commenting on Item 4A on the agenda regarding firework permits. am very much against permitting fireworks for events and such. They are bad for the environment, terrible for wildlife, terrifying for pets (I've witnessed the horrific effects many times!) and certain people with PTSD. I am asking that you please vote against allowing firework permits for any reason. I have seen the comments that people make saying they only last a few minutes but I can tell you, from experience, that terror does not go away just because the booms have stopped. Please let's evolve. Light shows are COOL! Jill Vega -The Well Balanced Pet 516-978-7182 Palm Springs, CA We're on Facebook! - https://www.facebook.com/TheWeIIBalancedPetCare Check out www.AdoptaPet.com to adopt a homeless pet "When I look into the eyes of an animal, I do not see an animal. I see a living being. I see a friend. I feel a soul " —Anthony Douglas Williams Tiffani Bailey From: Hedges, Tamara <thedges@psanimalshelter.org> Sent: Wednesday, February 23, 2022 8:39 PM To: City Clerk Subject: Item 4A on Council Agenda NOTICE: This message originated outside of The City of Palm Springs -- DO NOT CLICK on links or open attachments unless you are sure the content is safe. Dear Mayor Middleton, Mayor Pro Tem Garner and Councilmembers, I am writing to ask that you please limit the number of fireworks shows in the City of Palm Springs to two celebrations per year, Veteran's Day and Independence Day. I, along with many other community members, expressed my opposition to fireworks displays at both the May 6 and September 9, 2021 council meetings. I recognize and respect the importance of fireworks displays to our country's brave veterans and active duty service members, understanding the traditional significance of fireworks on these national holidays. appreciate the efforts of city staff to research the impact of fireworks on air quality. The negative, at times deadly, impact of fireworks on wildlife is also well documented. Wildlife species in the Coachella Valley are already suffering greatly from habitat loss from destruction, fragmentation and degradation, climate change, invasive species, disease, and pollution. Fireworks can trigger post -traumatic stress disorder in victims of gun violence and also in some combat veterans. This, too, is well known, if not often discussed or even disclosed by those affected. Many of us can personally attest to the negative effect of fireworks on our beloved pets. We hunker down at home with our furry family members, soothing music playing loudly in an effort to drown out the terrifying booms and blasts. Fireworks displays near our Palm Springs Animal Shelter cause distress for the animals, requiring staff and volunteers to provide additional comfort and care. In addition to limiting the number of large displays to twice per year, Veteran's Day and Independence Day, additional effort is needed to stop the illegal backyard (and sometimes front yard) private fireworks displays throughout our city. These sporadic, loud and dangerous displays have continued year after year throughout our city neighborhoods with little to no consequence. Many residents, and visitors, do not even realize that backyard fireworks are illegal. Please limit the fireworks to Veteran's Day and Independence Day, with displays far from both wildlife and residential areas. There are better, more humane and safer ways to celebrate a high school homecoming, cheer on our local baseball players, and joyfully express our happiness at fundraisers, weddings and dance parties. Respectfully, Tamara Hedges Palm Springs resident Tamara Hedges President, Board of Directors Msanimalshelter.or 0 0 0 Q jol � Conn m,-�- 11.111 NO. From: Christopher Heritage <Chris@heritagelegal.com> Sent: Friday, May 28, 2021, 12:42 To: Geoff Kors Subject: Graduation Fireworks NOTICE: This message originated outside of The City of Palm Springs -- DO NOT CLICK on links or open attachments unless you are sure the content is safe. Hi Geoff, Last night, PSHS celebrated their graduation with a fireworks show. It was fun to watch and I love fireworks. However, my pup Tassos did not enjoy them and it took me quite some time to calm him down. The fireworks really scared him. I'm sure it's the "booms" that scare him and not the lights/flashes. Fireworks without the booms would be better, or some other form of entertainment such as lasers could be interesting. I hope the Council will look at other pet -friendly options for the Fourth of July. Enjoy your Memorial Day Weekend, and please forward this email to Lisa, Dennis, Christy and Grace. Regards, Christopher Heritage, Esq. Founder & Principal Click here to upload files. CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE: Because the sender is an attorney, the information in this e-mail (including any attachments) is confidential and may be legally privileged. If you are not the intended recipient, you must not read, use, or disseminate this information. If you received this e-mail in error, please call the sender immediately and notify the sender via e-mail that you have received the e-mail in error and are deleting it. The sender disclaims any responsibility for any loss or damages arising from any virus or defect associated with this e-mail. We are a Federally Designated Debt Relief Agency under the United States Bankruptcy Code. We proudly help people in financial need file bankruptcy cases. �•Z�f-�,022 e(A I C, rFEM NO. L4 A Tiffani Bailey From: Anthony Mejia Sent: Thursday, February 24, 2022 9:11 AM To: City Clerk Subject: FW: One more public comment to share on fireworks Anthony J. Mejia, MMC City Clerk From: Geoff Kors <Geoff.Kors@paImspringsca.gov> Sent: Thursday, February 24, 2022 9:09 AM To: Anthony Mejia <Anthony.Mejia@ pa lmspringsca.gov> Subject: One more public comment to share on fireworks From: Brad Ward <bradlevkward@Pmail.com> Sent: Thursday, November 11, 2021 8:34:02 PM To: Geoff Kors <Geoff.Kors@pal mspringsca.gov> Subject: Fireworks NOTICE: This message originated outside of The City of Palm Springs -- DO NOT CLICK on links or open attachments unless you are sure the content is safe. Hi Geoff. Thanks, as always, for doing your bes to represent the people of this city in what must be very trying times. I initially questioned PS's decision to move from fireworks to lasers during the 4th of July festivities. But after going through a course to be certified as a Trauma -Informed Coach and spending the entire afternoon "show" comforting our dog with anxiety, I must say please never, ever let fireworks happen in the City of Palm Springs again. Our new residence is at the corner of Indian Canyon and Alejo, mere feet from the launch spot of the fireworks today. Or so it seemed. The sound of the fireworks, which normally does not bother me, was so loud I thought we were underneath them. And the impact on our poor dog who suffers anxiety was gut -wrenching. I felt helpless to comfort him with the barrage of noise going on right outside our windows. I was initially very angry, but I realize you have to please people who fail to understand and who may not care to understand what this does to people and creatures with anxiety. For the record, it is terrible. And it's completely avoidable. I urge you to ban fireworks in this city for the duration of life on this planet. And I do not exaggerate. These pretty things come with a big consequence to anyone who suffers anxiety, PTSD, or has survived trauma, especially trauma involving gunshots. think I've made my desire known, so I'll spare you the scientific details, which will only serve to belabor the point. I trust you will advocate to move us in the direction of healing and kindness, and I appreciate your efforts to do so. Should you wish to have neuroscientific research that bolsters my request, say the word and I'll produce it. It is my sincere conviction that we should be making thMMNOis � "liL decision based on scientific data and not personal preference. (And the same goes for the statue of Frank Bogert in front of City Hall, but I digress) I'm happy to provide testimony or data to support my position to you, your colleagues, or any other body within the City that is interested in using evidence to support sound decision -making. Brad Ward 548 N Indian Canyon Dr Palm Springs, CA 92262 202-297-1958 - mobile Get Outlook for Android Tiffani Bailey From: Jacky Donnell <jackydonnell@msn.com> Sent: Thursday, February 24, 2022 3:00 PM To: City Clerk Subject: Public Comment - Item NOTICE: This message originated outside of The City of Palm Springs -- DO NOT CLICK on links or open attachments unless you are sure the content is safe. The Palm Springs Fourth of July fireworks celebration has been so great every year that we've had it. It's a great family get together to celebrate our nations birthday. The community enjoys the tradition as well. Please go back to having the traditional fireworks. Thanks, Jacky Donnell 760-413-5317 ITEM NO. Tiffani Bailey From: City of Palm Springs<palmspringsca@enotify.visioninternet.com> Sent: Thursday, February 24, 2022 4:22 PM To: City Clerk; Anthony Mejia Subject: *NEW SUBMISSION* Submit Public Comment to the City of Palm Springs NOTICE: This message originated outside of The City of Palm Springs -- DO NOT CLICK on links or open attachments unless you are sure the content is safe. Submit Public Comment to the City of Palm Springs Submission #: 1492892 IP Address: 192,243.68.149 Submission Date: 02/24/2022 4:21 Survey Time: 15 minutes, 47 seconds You have a new online form submission. Note: all answers displaying "*****" are marked as sensitive and must be viewed after your login. Full Name/Nombre Tim Scott City of Residence/Ciudad de residencia Riverside County unincorp, Phone (optional) /Telefono (optional) Email (optional/optional) timascott@yahoo.com Your Comments/Sus comentarios I'd like to comment on the continued use of fireworks at events in the city of PalmSprings. As a 20 year resident of both the city of Palm Springs and the larger community, fireworks have always been a family oriented draw to special events like parades and baseball games. It would be a shame to exclude current and future children from the fun and wonder of the show. I have been at events, notably the 4th of July, where many persons I spoke with were there specifically for the fireworks. Some make a weekend trip of it. As a result, Palm Springs is more vibrant with additional tax revenue and goodwill in the community. Thank you, City of Palm Springs This is an automated message generated by Granicus. Please do not reply directly to this email. 2- Zu - Mz, �w 1911 C. CO im WJX4- rrEM No — U i4