County reapplies burn ban

GROVETON — The Trinity County Commissioners Court enacted another burn ban days after ending the previous one at its meeting on Oct. 27.

The ban was effective immediately for all unincorporated areas of Trinity County due to dry conditions and the increased risk of wildfires.

Burn barrels still will be allowed, and household trash may be burned in an above-ground enclosure provided the enclosure has a screen, an adult is present at all times and a water source is within 10 feet.

Outdoor grills and fire pits are permitted with a water source nearby; coals and ashes must be extinguished with water after cooking.

Certain agricultural, utility, firefighter training, and certified prescribed burning activities are exempt under the order.

In other business, the county:

• approved creating a resolution describing payment to Martin Senior Citizens for home-delivered meals in order for the firm to apply for a grant;
• accepted a donation from the Republican Women of Trinity County for maintenance on the county’s community center;
• approved changing the county’s policy for mileage reimbursement from matching the IRS recommended rate to a rate set by the county;
• updated county purchasing policy to increase class c purchases at $25,000 to $99,000;
• discussed public forum policy and that the law allows commissioners to respond in a factual manner; and
• declared county property as salvage and surplus for disposal.