Sep 1, 2024StrategicPlan
BoardCity of El Cajon Vegetation Management and Wildfire Mitigation Plan
The City of El Cajon's Vegetation Management and Wildfire Mitigation Plan formalizes a Fuel Management Program to reduce the risk of catastrophic wildfire events in Fletcher Hills Open Space (FHOS) and Hillside Park. The plan outlines strategies focusing on vegetation and fuels management, community outreach and education for property owners on defensible space and home hardening, and improvements to access and infrastructure for emergency response. It details specific treatment methods for various vegetation types and emphasizes continuous efforts to increase wildfire resilience and protect property and public health.