Wildfire County Coordinator Program.
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed Assembly
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- Became Law
Overview
This bill establishes the Wildfire County Coordinator Program to bolster local wildfire resilience efforts across California. It directs the Department of Forestry and Fire Protection to develop standards for wildfire risk modeling, create guidance for county-level assessments, and support the creation of wildfire resilience plans. The program, administered by the California Fire Safe Council, will focus on coordinating wildfire mitigation, prevention, preparedness, and recovery activities at the county level, aiming to align with the state’s Wildfire and Forest Resilience Action Plan.
Key provisions
- Establishes recommended standards for wildfire risk modeling and analysis tools.
- Develops guidance and tools for county-level wildfire risk assessments.
- Supports the development and updating of county-level wildfire resilience plans.
- Requires the Department of Forestry and Fire Protection to enter into an agreement with the California Fire Safe Council to administer the program.
- Mandates data collection on local mitigation and preparedness activities, including costs and outcomes.
- Focuses on coordinating with state and local entities to implement wildfire resilience strategies.
- Supports home hardening and defensible space initiatives through cost-reduction strategies and standardized practices.
- Coordinates with the California Wildfire Mitigation Program Joint Powers Authority to improve access to financial assistance.
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