Jul 31, 2026BoardMeeting
BoardBillings County Commission Special Meeting
The commission discussed the necessity of enacting a fire ban due to current dry conditions, high temperatures, and recent fire activity, as well as coordination with the Forest Service and neighboring counties. Discussion points included the specifics of the burn ban, such as restrictions on off-trail travel, permitted exceptions for agricultural and industrial operations, the prohibition of garbage incinerators, and the timeline for enactment before upcoming events and the hunting season. The commission ultimately voted to enact the total burn ban.