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Municipality

Entity

Boulder

Public Body

Town Council

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Notice Title

Fire Restrictions

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Notice

Event Start Date & Time

September 2, 2026 12:01 AM

Description/Agenda

TOWN OF BOULDER, UTAH PUBLIC NOTICE Governing Body: TOWN COUNCIL Notice Type: Information FIRE RESTRICTIONS Awareness of fire safety and compliance with town fire restrictions are essential to protect our community, natural landscapes, and homes from devastating wildfires. Pursuant to Ordinance No. 2026-06, passed on September 1, 2026, Boulder Town has revised Chapter 130 of the Town Code to align local restrictions with state safety frameworks. ANNUAL FIRE RESTRICTION SEASON Under Chapter 130 of the Boulder Town Code, the annual fire restriction season begins May 1 and continues through October 31 each year. During this period, the town defaults to Stage 1 Fire Restrictions unless otherwise modified by resolution of the Town Council based on weather, drought, or fuel moisture conditions. CURRENT RESTRICTIONS SUMMARY Under Chapter 130 of the Boulder Town Code, the annual fire restriction season begins May 1 and continues through October 31 each year. During this period, the town defaults to Stage 1 Fire Restrictions unless otherwise modified by resolution of the Town Council based on weather, drought, or fuel moisture conditions. Open Fires No open fires are permitted, except within an approved fire pit on private property where running water is immediately available, or within designated governmental fire rings. § 130.04(A) Outdoor Smoking Smoking outdoors is prohibited except inside an enclosed vehicle, enclosed building, developed recreation site, or while stopped in an area free of dry vegetation. § 130.04(B) Fireworks & Pyrotechnics Discharging or using fireworks, pyrotechnic devices, tracer ammunition, or exploding targets is strictly prohibited within town limits. § 130.04(C) Cutting, Welding & Grinding Cutting, welding, or grinding metal in areas containing dry vegetation is prohibited under Stage 1 restrictions. § 130.04(D) Equipment & Small Engines Operating motorcycles, chainsaws, ATVs, UTVs, or small internal combustion engines requires a properly functioning spark arrestor. § 130.04(E) Note: An 'Approved Fire Pit' is defined as a stone, masonry, concrete, or metal fire pit designed to contain flames, protected by a 3-foot radius of noncombustible materials. Under Stage 2 Restrictions (when declared), all open fires are banned, allowing only compressed gas stoves with on/off valves. STATE FIRE MARSHAL SAFETY REMINDERS - Personal Responsibility: Enjoy seasonal celebrations responsibly and avoid alcohol consumption while handling any allowed ignition sources. - Emergency Preparedness: Always keep a garden hose connected and ready, alongside a bucket of water to soak duds or embers. - Weather Vigilance: Monitor local wind and weather conditions closely. Extinguish any allowed flame immediately if winds increase. ENFORCEMENT AND PENALTIES Violations of Chapter 130 are subject to fines established by the Town Council fee schedule. Each prohibited fire, individual firework discharged, or day of continuous violation constitutes a separate offense. Enforcement may be carried out by Boulder Town, the Boulder Town Fire Department, or the Garfield County Sheriff's Office. NOTICE CERTIFICATE OF POSTING This Agenda and Notice was publicly posted on the following locations: - The Utah Public Notice website (http://pmn.utah.gov) - Boulder Town's website (http://www.boulder.utah.gov) - Boulder Town's Bulletin Board Date Published: September 24, 2026

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Meeting Location

351 North 100 East
P.O. Box 1329
Boulder, UT 84716
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Contact Email

townclerk@boulder.utah.gov

Contact Phone

435-335-7300

Notice Posting Details

Notice Posted On

September 24, 2026 11:29 AM

Notice Last Edited On

September 24, 2026 11:50 AM

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