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Commission proclaims April as Safe Digging Month
Summary
The board approved a proclamation urging residents to call 811 before digging to prevent damage to underground utilities.
The Coffee County Board of Commissioners approved a proclamation declaring April as Safe Digging Month after a presentation from an Elk River Public Utilities representative.
Commissioners noted the danger of excavation near buried natural‑gas lines and urged residents and contractors to call 811 before digging to prevent accidental strikes. The proclamation was presented by a representative from Elk River Public Utilities and was approved by unanimous voice vote (15‑0).
The proclamation urges adherence to safety protocols and to contact the appropriate utility‑locating service before excavation.
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