Commissioners repeal temporary burn ban and discuss emergency communications gaps

Nov 12, 2024

After a recommendation from Mister Sheets to lift the burn ban, commissioners moved to repeal ordinance 2024-21. The board then discussed difficulties reaching residents during the ban and asked staff and the sheriff to research emergency-notification options beyond newspapers and radio.

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Mister Sheets recommended lifting the county's burn ban, citing improved conditions. Commissioners moved to repeal the temporary ordinance (identified in the meeting as ordinance 2024-21) and the motion passed by voice vote.

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