The City of Fillmore advises all local non-profit organizations that applications will be available Wednesday, April 13 for 2011 firework booth permits.

Applications will be accepted until 5 p.m. on Thursday, May 26 in the City Clerk's office at Fillmore City Hall, 250 Central Avenue. The fee is $400.00; all organizations must provide proof of non-profit status and complete a “no fee” business license application.

The City’s Municipal Code (Section 15.38.030) requires applicants to be a non-profit association or corporation organized primarily for veteran, patriotic, welfare, city betterment, religious or charitable purposes, having on file with the City of Fillmore proof of non-profit status from either the IRS, California Secretary of State or the State Attorney General, having its principal and permanent meeting place in the City, and having been organized and established in the City for a minimum of three years continuously preceding the filing of the permit application.

A maximum of 25 permits will be issued, and priority will be given to organizations that were grandfathered and issued permits in 2010 and continue to be eligible. If necessary, a lottery will be held in early June to randomly determine which organizations will receive permits in addition to the qualified organizations.

Fireworks sales may occur within the City limits from Tuesday, June 28 at twelve o’clock noon through Tuesday, July 5 at twelve o’clock noon.

Questions regarding applications or eligibility should be directed to Angela Mumme at Fillmore City Hall between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, or by calling 524-1500, extension 214.