Will the Fireworks Go On?

LMCA has two issues that must be addressed before the fireworks can go on. Adding to the monetary issue we always face is the inability to find dock space where the barges
can be loaded. Before the Brothertons moved they made the loading of the fireworks docks a part of their yearly celebration. Last year Susan Stroomer graciously offered up her dock. We
appreciated her taking her turn and heard from some neighbors that watching the process of the fireworks being loaded was as exciting as the fireworks themselves. This year we are looking for someone else to take their turn. The best scenario is someone with plenty of dock space and a steep enough drop off to easily get the docks started on the journey to the center of the lake.

The floating docks are towed and tied to the dock a week or so before the 4th. The tubes for the
fireworks are loaded a few days before the 4th and the actual charges are not loaded until the morning of the 4th. The Pyros need a way to walk down the side of the house to the docks and the ability to access a bathroom. The second issue, M-O-N-E-Y, has become a more and more difficult one as the years go by. Each home would have to contribute $42.00 to pay last year’s fireworks bill. With higher costs this would cover a slightly smaller show.

Unfortunately, not every home contributes to the show. Many have large yard parties, enjoy the
show but do not donate. These two issues have left us asking if we can continue to provide a fireworks show year after year. Things you can do to help are:
1. Volunteer to collect fireworks donations in your neighborhood
and the neighborhood off the lake behind you.
2. Talk to business owners you know and ask if they would be interested in sponsoring the fireworks show. With a large enough donation the City of Kent might be willing to name the show after them and include their name in all written materials.
3. Put out a donation can at your party. Explain to the people attending that the fireworks are paid for with the donation of Lake Meridian residents. Collect those donations and turn them in for next year.

If you would like to volunteer to collect fireworks donations or to have the fireworks dock at your house this year please contact Michelle McDowell at 253-639-0124.