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Caucus advances temporary burn‑ban language; propane and charcoal grills exempted, questions remain about smokers
Summary
Councilors advanced a draft local code change to create a temporary urban burn ban during high fire‑danger periods; the caucus agreed to exempt propane and charcoal grills but debated how the language applies to barbecue smokers and restaurant uses.
Chair introduced Resolution 155 to add a temporary burn ban to the city code to apply during high fire‑danger periods identified by state fire authorities. Committee presenters said the committee decided not to include propane and charcoal grills in the ban; councilors discussed whether the ordinance language could be read to prohibit barbecue smokers and the practical enforcement challenges of broad language that bans "all outdoor fires."
Council members emphasized cultural and culinary uses of charcoal grills for some communities and suggested the council could revisit or amend the ordinance if enforcement or unintended impacts arise; staff noted code and fire‑safety rules already restrict grills on certain multi‑family porches and balconies.
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