Resolutions

Whereas the Village of Air Ronge and the Town of La Ronge are committed to protecting the health, safety, and welfare of its residents; and

Whereas wildfires pose a significant threat to life, property, and community stability; and

Whereas maintaining functional infrastructure and proactive risk mitigation measures is essential to reducing hazards and ensuring community resilience; and

Whereas the maintenance of existing fuel breaks and the expansion of fuel mitigation efforts are critical components of fire prevention and protection strategies; and

Whereas developing and maintaining bulldozed firebreaks (“CAT guards”) are essential components for the strategic containment of wildfires and the protection of communities;

Therefore, be it resolved that SUMA advocate the Government of Saskatchewan and the Government of Canada to maintain existing fuel breaks and expand fuel mitigation efforts, including vegetation management and other approved measures, to reduce wildfire risk and enhance community safety in Saskatchewan; and

Be it further resolved that SUMA advocate the Government of Saskatchewan and the Government of Canada to maintain CAT guard perimeter for fire guarding and prevention purposes, ensuring it remains functional, accessible, and effective throughout the fire season and as conditions warrant.