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Chair moves to enact total burn ban in Billings County
Summary
County leaders voted to adopt a total burn ban after officials said a recent fire behaved more aggressively than the local fire-index suggested; the declaration passed by voice vote and staff were directed to finalize and publicize the order.
The Chair opened the meeting and moved to enact a total burn ban for Billings County, saying the action was necessary after a recent fire and worsening conditions. The motion was seconded and carried on a recorded voice vote.
An agency official said the recent fire "was absolutely not matching the fire index," arguing the index is not keeping the county in appropriate restrictions and that nearby counties and the U.S. Forest Service are moving toward similar limits. After brief discussion about wording and visibility of the draft declaration, the Chair called for the question and the motion carried with the recorded 'ayes.'
Following the vote, the Clerk said she had received the declaration and would print it and prepare it for signature. Officials directed staff to post the order on county channels and notify the state so the restriction would be publicly visible.
The Chair closed the meeting after confirming event scheduling and thanking participants.
