A Message from our Public Works Director - September 15, 2020

Here are some things people can do once evacuation restrictions are lifted and until the rain gets here:

-Washing off the first 5 feet of the house entryways is OK and will help keep ash from tracking into home or business.
-Try to wash into grass or landscaped areas if possible.
-DO NOT wash down driveways or sidewalks into the storm system.
-Limit water use until firefighting is done. We can make more water than what the current draw is now for firefighters but if the population starts overusing water then we may have a problem.
-Let the rain do the work of cleaning up your property.
-Limit your movements around town and in and out of home. Stay put and stay safe.
-Avoid social media dialogue and speculation of what is actually going on. Help stop rumor mills because they do no good.
-More detailed information will continue to roll out as we get it.

Important things to remember in a fire event.

1.  We can’t get back to normal until we clean up.
2.  We can’t clean up until the event is over.
3.  The event isn’t over until the fire fighting folks say it is over.
4.  Firefighters can’t do their jobs if folks are getting in the way.

Public Works is in a support role to the fire district. It is our job to keep the city roadways clear and water system running. We are also in a support role for the Police Department so they can do their jobs.