Central Oregon's News Leader - KTVZ NewsChannel 21, Bend, Oregon ktvz.com
Do you support the ban on firework sales?
KTVZ Asked by KTVZ
1,667 Votes

Do you support the ban on firework sales?

Yes, I support it!

9

No, I don't support it!

11

Yes, I support it!

9 Comments
Liz Gray
1
Liz Gray

We are a dog and wildlife filled town in the middle of a historic drought. Fireworks are harmful to many in the community (animal and human), not to mention the most important point: they are a major fire risk (hence their name). There are better ways to enjoy holidays and celebrate with friends…

Reply
Rick Allen
1
Rick Allen

Yes but it should be all of Deshutes county. Fireworks have always been a problem everywhere, people hurt, houses burned, Many people are irresponsible and careless,

Reply
Sussie Due
1
Sussie Due

Fireworks severely affect animals and Veterans with PTSD. People seem to have this idea that the Fourth of July is to celebrate fireworks. NO! The Fourth of July is to celebrate our independence from Britain.

Reply
Larry Kennedy
1
Larry Kennedy

I feel the idea of maintaining a tradition, merely for the sake of being a sense of patriotism is anachronistic. There are other ways of showing patriotism that don't pose a potential danger to our environment or threat of bodily injury. The idea of "blowing s#!t" up because it's our right is dumb.

Reply
DL Robinson
1
DL Robinson

Weather patterns have changed resulting in increased risk of fire in our region. If the patterns should change reducing the fire risk in future, the law could be relaxed or eliminated.

Reply
Mike Everstone
0
Mike Everstone

I would rather my house not be burned down than being able to set off firework's.

Reply
David Brown
0
David Brown

With climate change and the miss use of fireworks this is an appropriate step. The argument of moving the sale out of town, that use will occur out of town posing more danger to the public is the very reason not just a City of Bend occur but State wide should be implemented. It only take one spark!

Reply
Katy9344
0
Katy9344

Fire hazard Air pollution Landfill pollution Unsafe for pets

Reply
💛🖤 RAG 💛🖤
0
💛🖤 RAG 💛🖤

No need for fireworks we have enough already!!

Reply

No, I don't support it!

11 Comments
Derek Jones
3
Derek Jones

Correct me if I am wrong, but aside from making Karens and dogs a little uptight, fireworks in Bend have been relatively harmless fun. Cigarettes and rechargeable batteries seem to burn more houses down in the 20+ years I've been here.

Reply
Gabe West
3
Gabe West

Fireworks is a tradition that represent the birth of this country

Reply
Mike Edwards
3
Mike Edwards

Fireworks represent the many men and women that died holding the American Flags Rampart in place during the Brittish boming our Fort from the seas. It would be a disgrace to them and all who serve our Country for our freedom, and their service.

Reply
Larry Russell
1
Larry Russell

Never had a issue and it teaches kids fire safety as well!

Reply
Scott Bilyeu
1
Scott Bilyeu

We have always been just fine having fireworks l. We do not need any more nanny state liberal agenda garbage laws.

Reply
Paul Owen
1
Paul Owen

We should be able to celebrate the birth of our nation within reason. Some of the new residents in Bend are not familiar with Oregon and have voiced their concerns. We need to have the people vote on this subject not have a council decide this issue.

Reply
D T
1
D T

Fireworks haven't caused a Bend fire. Only disposal of them have. This is one more Freedom taken away from us. When will it stop?

Reply
Christena
0
Christena

Make it saffer sure, support the current laws yes, increase the punishment for dangerous behavior yes. Ban it for everyone - Hell No. I liked the fine I heard last year that if you cause a fire you have to fork over the bill that is cost to put it out.

Reply
Brad Livsey
0
Brad Livsey

ABSOLUTELY NOT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Reply
Jade Bau
0
Jade Bau

Fireworks is not the only cause of wildfires, fireworks is done on certain holiday why make it a big problem. There’s other causes for fires. Don’t ban fireworks it helps non- profits

Reply
Eric Anderson
0
Eric Anderson

Why are you banning something that hasn't cause of a fire just because it potentially could. There's a large list of other items in this category like vehicles and alcohol. Better yet, cigarettes and soft drinks are proven to cause significant health issues and cost to healthcare, yet they are avail

Reply
Should the U.S. open the strategic oil reserves to lower gas prices?
KTVZ Asked by KTVZ
293 Votes

Should the U.S. open the strategic oil reserves to lower gas prices?

Yes!

9

No!

7

Yes!

5 Comments
Gabe West
1
Gabe West

Biden needs to open the keystone pipeline and resume oil exploration

Reply
Paul Owen
1
Paul Owen

The strategic oil reserves are for times like this. We should also keep an eye on the oil companies and make sure they are not making extreme profits off the backs of the American citizens. After all that petroleum is being pumped from American taxpayers land that has been leased to these oil co.

Reply
Gabe West
Gabe West

Biden needs to resume oil exploration and open the keystone pipeline

Greg Moore
Greg Moore

No, the reserve is not for time like this, it is for times when we don't have oil available. We do have oil available now, and a LOT of oil available. It is just that Biden (and pseudo-environmentalists) don't want us to use it.

Nik Myles
0
Nik Myles

The US shouldn't be relying on foreign sources of energy when we have more than enough to be energy independent again. We were energy independent just over one year ago. But that ended on day one of this administration.

Reply
Steven Huillet
0
Steven Huillet

Absolutely! Prices are way too high! Just another attempt of oil companies taking advantage of a big situation like in the 1970's.

Reply
Gabe West
Gabe West

Bide the keystone pipeline and resume oil exploration

Greg Moore
Greg Moore

Explain why oil companies would not provide as much oil as possible at a time when prices are sky high. No, the prices are high due to speculation of shortage, given Biden's refusal to open up the spigot (the oil leases he claimed unused are not proven, exploration still necessary. ANWAR is KNOWN

Loretta Jones
0
Loretta Jones

Price is getting ridiculous. Average working person can't afford commuting to and from work.

Reply
Gabe West
Gabe West

Biden needs to resume oil exploration and the keystone pipeline

No!

5 Comments
Matt Cyrus
1
Matt Cyrus

We may need our reserves for war before this is over. Increase supply and lower costs by reversing Biden's orders and policies. https://americansforprosperity.org/biden-policies-raising-gas-prices/?fbclid=IwAR3jOvKpxrWnyT1iz2JrBflODu-aV7aHZdj_B4JgTndUI-8XFvAwXp3M1Jw

Reply
David Tucker
0
David Tucker

Absolutely not. Oil prices (and therefore gas prices) would drop dramatically if Congress would just reverse the disastrous executive orders Biden has put into effect restricting U.S. oil production.

Reply
Greg Moore
0
Greg Moore

Why tap into a reserve that is meant for when Oil is unavailable? We have plenty of oil available, it is just that irrational environmentalists don't want us to use it: https://www.realclearenergy.org/articles/2022/03/07/greenpeace_environmentalism_allowed_putin_to_invade_ukraine_820399.html

Reply
Ben Hargis
0
Ben Hargis

Don't waste the reserves......open the keyst one pipeline, increase production and exploration in the West

Reply
John Philo
0
John Philo

OPEN THE KEYSTONE PIPELINE!

Reply
Do you think home buyers should be able to send letters to sellers?
KTVZ Asked by KTVZ
378 Votes

Do you think home buyers should be able to send letters to sellers?

Yes, they should be able to!

7

No, I don't think it's fair!

0

Yes, they should be able to!

7 Comments
Amanda Wallace
3
Amanda Wallace

These letters allow people who can't financially compete with investors the opportunity to stand out.

Reply
Rob Mozz
2
Rob Mozz

It's your property, you should be able to use whatever information you want to decide the sale. Say I'd rather sell my property to a local family instead of a corporate developer that should be my choice.

Reply
Sussie Due
2
Sussie Due

Yes they should. That is how I sold a piece of real estate I had. Happened four years ago. Was given a higher offer from a developer but I went with the people that sent me the letter. I was able to pick who was going to live next door to me. Have never regreted it. They are the best neighbors!

Reply
Ben Hargis
0
Ben Hargis

Who cares? How is it not fair? Anyone can write a letter. Just another issue liberal politicians waste time and money on.

Reply
Robert Northrup
0
Robert Northrup

We have a Democrat controlled legislature that thinks it should have total control over our lives even to the extent of taking away our freedom of speech.

Reply

No, I don't think it's fair!

0 Comment
No one has commented yet

We use cookies to ensure you get the best possible experience on our website. Learn more OK, GOT IT