Just now, the Board of Supervisors approved my comprehensive wildfire preparedness plan—a major step in protecting lives, homes, and businesses across our region.
🔥 What’s Next?
✔ Securing funding for a twin-engine firefighting helicopter to battle wildfires day & night.
✔ Clearing brush with grants, rebates, public-private partnerships—and even goats!
✔ Upgrading water infrastructure to ensure firefighters have the resources they need when it matters most.
✔ Fighting for insurance reform to keep coverage affordable in high-risk areas.
Ahead of today’s vote, I was joined by North County Fire Chief Keith McReynolds, Escondido Fire Chief John Tenger, and Valley Center Fire Chief Joe Napier, who shared the challenges their departments face and why these solutions are urgently needed.
Wildfires won’t wait—and neither can we. I’ll keep you updated as we implement these critical measures to keep our communities safe.