Brock Holt and city officials reminded residents that an ordinance prohibits open burning within Bruton city limits and explained the permit and enforcement process.

Brock Holt told the council the ordinance allows no open burning in city limits and that there are exceptions for which a burn permit is required. He said the ordinance authorizes Chief Salter as the only official who may approve burn permits and explained the penalty schedule: "$100 for the first offense, $200 for the second, and $500 for the third offense." He urged residents with questions to contact Chief Salter or city hall for a list of exceptions and permit procedures.

The council framed the reminder as a public-safety and code-enforcement measure, saying city leaf collection is available and that residents should use the permitted collection instead of burning. The chief and staff offered to provide more information at city hall and to answer individual questions about permitted exceptions.