January 25, 2022 Special Called Commissioners' Court

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The Hood County Commissioners' Court held a special called meeting on January 25, 2022, to address fire safety concerns stemming from current drought conditions. The Fire Marshal presented drought index data and recommended a burn ban due to increased grass fire risk, which the commissioners approved unanimously. Commissioners voted to institute a 90-day burn ban with the understanding that the restriction may be rescinded if substantial rainfall occurs in the interim.

• Call to orderThe special called meeting of Hood County Commissioners' Court was called to order on Tuesday, January 25, 2022.
• Burn ban discussion and drought conditionsFire Marshal presented drought index data and recommended implementation of a burn ban due to dry conditions and grass fire risk.
• Motion and vote on 90-day burn banCommissioners voted unanimously to institute a 90-day burn ban.
• Closing remarks and adjournmentJudge noted the burn ban may be rescinded if substantial rainfall occurs and adjourned the meeting.