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Jefferson County enacts temporary ban on entering Big River from Rockford Park, citing first-responder safety
Summary
The Jefferson County Council amended and approved an ordinance prohibiting entry into the Big River from Rockford Park for swimming or wading, with a sunset review set for April 30, 2026. Supporters cited multiple near-drownings and risk to sheriff's deputies; some councilors preferred a longer trial period.
The Jefferson County Council voted to amend and approve an ordinance that prohibits entry into the Big River from Rockford Park for swimming or wading, adding a one-year sunset provision requiring annual review. Councilman Tullock proposed the amendment, which sets the prohibition to expire on 04/30/2026 unless the council extends it. The amendment passed on a roll-call vote and the amended ordinance (identified in the meeting as bill 20-5-245 A1) was approved and moved to perfection.
Supporters — including Councilman Tullock and multiple council colleagues — framed the measure as a public-safety and…
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