(KNZA)--Fireworks will not be allowed within the city limits of Hiawatha this year, following a split vote by the city commission Monday night.

City Commissioner Brian Shefferd made a motion to allow fireworks on July 3rd and 4th, but the proposal failed on a 2–3 vote. Commissioner Tom Martin joined Shefferd in support of the measure. Opposing the motion were Mayor Becky Shamburg and Commissioners Laura Tollefson and Dave Middendorf.

Mayor Shamburg said she received numerous complaints following last year’s one-time approval of fireworks in the city. Commissioner Tollefson cited concerns about the impact fireworks can have on pets and veterans, and also noted that fireworks are already permitted at the City Lake.

While fireworks will not be allowed inside Hiawatha city limits, fireworks sales will still be permitted within the city.