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Spend Fourth of July at Lake Cunningham!
Apr 04, 2026, 9:31 PM • Domingo Candelas
Summary
Councilmember Domingo Candelas invites District 8 residents to the free Fourth of July Fireworks Celebration at Lake Cunningham, emphasizing safety by urging the community to report illegal fireworks via 3-1-1. The City Council unanimously approved the Mayor's June Budget Message, which includes $100,000 for the fireworks event, $30,000 for traffic safety improvements, and funds to enhance Evergreen Village Square and community gardens. Additional budget allocations support youth sports fee waivers, immigrant resource organizations, and the Responsible Landlord Engagement Initiative. The newsletter also highlights ongoing neighborhood activations, including Music in the Square and community cleanups, encouraging residents to engage with local associations and events.
Related causes
Key positions and references
Key positions
- Support for professional, permitted fireworks displays
- Advocacy for traffic safety improvements
- Funding for community vibrancy and youth sports equity
- Support for Responsible Landlord Engagement Initiative
Agenda items and issues mentioned
- Mayor's June Budget Message 2025-2026
- Fourth of July Fireworks Celebration funding
- Traffic safety improvements budget
- Responsible Landlord Engagement Initiative funding
Meetings and events mentioned
- Fourth of July Fireworks Celebration at Lake Cunningham
- Music in the Square Summer Series
- Viva Calle event at Lake Cunningham
- District 8 Budget Breakfast and neighborhood budget meetings
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Council District 8 Newsletter Hi Neighbors, As we near the First Day of Summer, keep in mind that the Fourth of July Fireworks Celebration at Lake Cunningham is almost here! Join us for a family-friendly event featuring food trucks, live music, kid-friendly activities, and a professional fireworks show that will light up the sky. Entry is FREE, with the eve…