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Request Ratification of the Order Extending the Declaration of State of Local Emergency Signed by the Chairman on February 24, 2026, and Request Approval of an Order to Extend the Declaration of State of Local Emergency, Related to the 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:
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.
On February 3, 2026, the Board of County Commissioners adopted a resolution to declare a state of local emergency as a result of the fire, which was extended, pursuant to the resolution, until March 3, 2026.
If approved by the board, the Declaration of State of Local Emergency (Declaration) will be extended for an additional seven (7) days until March 10, 2026.
BUDGET/IMPACT:
None
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Recommended action
Motion to ratify the order extending the Declaration signed by the Chairman on February 24, 2026, for the railroad tie fire on CSX property in the City of Dunnellon, and motion to approve the order to extend the Declaration for an additional seven (7) days.
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