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Applegate Valley Fire Equipment Acquisition & Defensible Space

Project summary

This project will deliver fuels reduction near critical infrastructure to allow safer evacuation routes, maintain and cut back hazardous vegetation, and reduce the potential for catastrophic fire events that threaten lives, homes, and the local economy. The project also includes two remote-controlled tracked forestry mulchers to allow for more efficient and effective vegetation removal to reduce wildfire risk.

Project budget: $617,443.00

Project Phase: Design

Awardee: Applegate Valley Rural Fire District # 9

Project timeline

  • 10/31/2025 - Equipment purchase
  • 9/30/2026 - Environmental clearance
  • 10/1/2026 - Procure contractors
  • 11/30/2026 - Fuels reduction work
  • 12/31/2026 - Mid-project review completed
  • 11/30/2027 - Work completed
  • 12/31/2027 - Project closeout

Contact

Tallie Jackson, Administration Chief
Phone: 541-899-1050
Email: tjackson@applegatefd.com