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The San Ramon City Council spent nearly two hours Tuesday evening discussing the pros and cons of putting on the aerial fireworks display this summer as part of the city’s Independence Day celebration at Central Park. Its huge popularity through the years has caused concern at City Hall regarding public safety and cost.

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