Dear Lakewood Scoop Readers,

I am a parent of 3 young children who was quite excited to be able to take them to a beautiful fireworks show, just as I did 2 years ago (the last time there was one, as you can see in the pic above.)

When they “postponed” this years show they said it will be done at a later date. As far as I know there has been no such announcement. Did anyone hear about when its reschedule for? when I drove by today I noticed the temporary fencing was already taken down.

Does anyone else wonder A) Do they even book a vendor anymore? B) If they do book a vendor does he get paid regardless? And C) If you’re not planning on providing the fireworks in the first place then just pull it from the budget!

As a side note, I think what’s more bothersome than just the fact that my children were very excited, especially this year that they “officially” added a drone show, is the lack of foresight. This is probably the only time (other than the night of safety) the Township can showcase a beautiful display of working side by side with and being there for the people by providing an enjoyable night out in honor of July 4th and our countries independence.

Why then are they so quick to turn around and not provide it and by doing so accomplishing the exact opposite by getting people upset?

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