Local, state and federal fire officials alike agree on the benefits of a fire break for protecting the town of Meeker from an out of control wildfire. BLM’s Landon Smith answered questions about the proposed project Tuesday night at the Meeker Fire House. Noting a few historical examples of fires[Read More…]
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Meeting to discuss fire break set for Feb. 1
MEEKER I A proposed “fire break” north of Meeker may soon become reality after multiple years of discussions, planning and navigating red-tape come to a close. Land managers, first responders and emergency personnel’s various descriptions of the concept can be summarized as a proactive fire-protection measure. By clearing vegetation, (particularly[Read More…]
COUNTY BEAT: Back to drawing board for land use amendments
LAND USE REGULATIONS “I think this is very restrictive. There’s no reason to have a minor subdivision if you’re going down this road,” said RBC Commissioner Gary Moyer during a public hearing this week, referring to resolution 2022-06, one of three land use regulation (LUR) amendments proposed by the county[Read More…]
BLM seeks public comment on hazardous fuels reduction along Meeker fire break
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) White River Field Office is seeking public input on a proposal to conduct a planned fuels reduction treatment along the north and west portion of the town of Meeker. This action would create a fuel break that would improve firefighter and public safety by[Read More…]
