HomeMy WebLinkAboutWORKSHOP re Burn Restriction JEFFERSON COUNTY
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
AGENDA REQUEST
TO: Board of County Commissioners
Mark McCauley, County Administrator
FROM: Phil Cecere, Building Official/Fire Marshal, DCD
Brian Tracer, Assistant Chief, EJFR
Don Svetich, Assistant Chief, Quilcene Fire
DATE: April 1, 2024
SUBJECT: Workshop for prospective new burn regulations
STATEMENT OF ISSUE:
The Office of the Fire Marshal requests a Board of County Commissioners (BoCC)workshop to provide
guidance for the revision of burn regulations, modification of ordinances, and associated public hearing.
ANALYSIS:
In anticipation of the completion of the Community Wildfire Protection Plan(CWPP), the Fire Marshal
proposes the revision of burn regulations for clear public understanding of burning and activity restrictions
to ensure a safer, healthier community. This workshop will cover many topics including burn restriction
levels, recurring annual burn restriction season, disallowed devices, restricted activities, and fireworks.
A portion of the proposed regulation will most likely consist of a repeal and replacement ordinance for
revision of burn restrictions that could take effect in advance of this year's annual burn restriction. Any
potential action regarding fireworks will require an effective date delay due to state requirement. This
means setting burn restriction levels and seasonal burn restriction effective dates outside of the set annual
restriction season period that will require discussion and BoCC guidance.
The Jefferson County Fire Chiefs Association has been provided opportunities to comment and continues
to be an ongoing partner in the drafting of these regulation revisions. The Jefferson County Prosecuting
Attorney's Office has been providing ongoing guidance as to compliance with state requirements and best
practices.
FISCAL IMPACT:
There are no direct fiscal impacts associated with this workshop.
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends that the Board hold the requested workshop.
REVIEW D BY:
County Administrator Date/
Mark McCau , C y