SUBJECT:
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WALK ON: Presented on February 3, 2026, as Agenda Item 4.2. - Request Approval of Resolution - DECLARATION OF LOCAL STATE OF EMERGENCY Railroad Tie Fire on CSX Property in the City of Dunnellon
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Matthew G. Minter, County Attorney |
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DESCRIPTION/BACKGROUND:
This resolution is in addition to the local state of emergency that the City of Dunnellon proclaimed on Sunday February 1, 2026 as a result of the fire.
On Sunday morning, February 1, 2026, a railroad tie fire in the City of Dunnellon prompted the deployment of Marion County Fire Rescue and Marion County Emergency Management to safeguard local businesses and residents.
BUDGET/IMPACT:
None
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
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Motion to approve and authorize the Chairman and Clerk to execute the attached Resolution.
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Motion by Commissioner Bryant, second by Commissioner Curry, to approve agenda item 4.2., with a revision to include language in the Resolution to allow for extensions by the chairman. The motion carried 5 / 0.