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Council narrows open‑burning permit fees, allows limited waivers for local nonprofits
Georgetown City Council · September 10, 2025
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Summary
The council amended the city code to permit fee waivers for local 501(c)(3) organizations up to four times per calendar year; the measure passed 5–1 after debate about potential incentives for more frequent burning.
The Georgetown City Council voted 5–1 to amend Section 16‑1(b) of the city's code to allow waivers of open‑fire permit fees for local 501(c)(3) organizations up to four times per calendar year.
The clerk read the ordinance amendment on second reading. Councilmember…
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