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Dunn County adjusts pit‑burning rules and approves emergency declaration for 250th celebrations
Summary
The board relaxed pit‑burning restrictions to allow small pits at low/moderate fire‑index levels under local fire‑chief approval and approved an emergency declaration to cover the county's 250th celebration events and the county fair.
The Dunn County Board of Commissioners voted to relax the county's restriction on pit burning so that small pits may be burned at times when the county's fire‑range index is at 'low' or 'moderate' levels, subject to notification and approval by local fire chiefs and the requirement that the person burning the pit be responsible for containment and any damages.
Sarah and staff reported that Ryan (fire staff) recommended allowing controlled pit burns but keeping the ability to reinstate stricter bans quickly if weather conditions deteriorate. Commissioners discussed operational responsibility and confirmed that any controlled burn must be called in and that the burn operator is accountable for manning and covering the fire.
Separately, staff asked the board to approve a local emergency declaration to support public safety during the county's 250th celebration events. The declaration allows the county to open the emergency operations center and access emergency funds and resources if needed. Commissioners discussed law‑enforcement coverage and traffic plans for large events and approved the declaration with coverage through the county fair.
Both actions were approved by roll call votes; staff said they will continue to coordinate with fire districts, the sheriff's office and event organizers to manage traffic and responder coverage.
