The following information is presented on behalf of John Bennett, President, addressed to the Angle Lake Shore Club Members and Angle Lake Community Neighbors:
Good afternoon to you all.
As many of you are aware, the city is in the middle of putting together the 2025/2026 annual budget. The city council is reviewing all expenses, including the costs of all of the 4th of July events. No matter what the outcome is, one thing is certain:
The City of SeaTac will no longer be participating in any fireworks show of any kind for the community.
I want to make sure that everyone clearly understands this, as the city’s position is that it can no longer support any firework programs. Right now, one of the debates that is going on is, in part, what programs and services can be reduced and/or eliminated. This includes the 4th of July festivities.
Here's what you can do:
- Contact your Civic Representatives: Reach out to the Mayor and City Council members directly to express your concerns. Send your comments to the entire group via email at CityCouncil@seatacwa.gov or telephone each Council Member individually.
- Attend the November 19th Special City Council Meeting and deliver public comments to let your councilmembers know how important Independence Day celebrations are to you. This will be your last chance to voice your opinion in front of the council.
- Share Your Thoughts: Post your comments on social media and tag your Council Representatives. Use the hashtag #SeaTac4th to help amplify your voice.
The Angle Lake Shore Club is currently taking pledges to ensuring that we can at least enjoy a true, old fashioned 4th of July Fireworks show, just like last year! But we still need everyone’s help! So, we are simply asking that you pledge whatever you can reasonably do to ensure that the fireworks will happen again in 2025. We are getting close to our goal and will accept any help you can give. Also please make sure you contact the city council to voice your opinions on this and/or any other matters.
Lastly, in 2026 we will be celebrating the 250th anniversary of our country’s independence. If all activities are negatively impacted for 2025, then there is a concern for what 2026 will look like. Once something is cut due to budgetary restrictions, it can be hard to get them back.
We will be sure to update the community once we get more information.
1 comment:
Thank you for this information. I have sent a letter expressing my concerns. I hope that some other neighbors will also send letters or attend the meeting to let the council know that we think keeping the 4th of July events is important.
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