HomeMy WebLinkAbout2026-02 Wildfire Preparedness MonthProclamation No. 2 Series of 2026
MAY 2026 AS
WILDFIRE PREPAREDNESS MONTH
WHEREAS,
out of the five largest fires in state history have occurred within the last 6 years, including the most
destructive fire in state history;
WHEREAS,warmer temperatures, drought, and continued development in the
wildland-urban interface have made wildfire mitigation a top priority for Vail and surrounding
jurisdictions;
WHEREAS,Eagle County and the Towns of Gypsum, Minturn, Eagle, Redcliff, Avon and Vail
have determined that they share the common goals of wildfire risk reduction, wildfire
preparedness and public education; and that collaboration in these areas will lead to unified and
fire-adapted communities throughout Eagle County and surrounding areas;
WHEREAS,Wildfire Preparedness Month is focused on encouraging residents to learn about
wildfire safety and take steps to reduce wildfire risk in and around their homes and businesses;
and
WHEREAS,the Town of Vail desires to join in support of Wildfire Preparedness Month and to
designate May 2026 as Wildfire Preparedness Month in Eagle County and in the participating
Towns.
NOW, THEREFORE, the Vail Town Council joins Eagle County and the Towns of Gypsum,
Minturn, Eagle, Redcliff, Avon hereby proclaiming May 2026 to be Wildfire Preparedness Month.
The Town of Vail encourages its citizens to observe this month with educational programs and to
take action now to reduce the wildfire threat and prepare their homes, families and community for
wildfire, and stay prepared throughout the year.
Dated this 5th day of May 2026
Vail Town Council Attest:
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Barry Davis, Mayor Stephanie Kauffman, Town Clerk