Chief urges fire safety, pamphlet to advise residents on propane and bonfires

The fire and police chief delivered seasonal safety advice and said the village is assembling a fire‑prevention pamphlet for residents that will cover hazardous materials, propane storage and safe bonfire practices. He urged residents not to keep propane tanks inside homes or sheds and said the pamphlet will list drop‑off numbers and procedures for hazardous materials disposal.

"Do not store propane tanks in your house. Not even in your shed. Outside backyard, somewhere away from the home," the chief said, adding the pamphlet will include guidance and phone numbers for hazardous‑material disposal. In response to resident questions about barbecue safety and recent fires, the chief and other village officials advised use of fire blankets, chemical extinguishers for grease fires and that grills should be placed well away from structures.

Board members also encouraged residents to report seasonal absences so police can check vacant homes and highlighted the village's lowered ticket counts this year as evidence of improved compliance among homeowners and renters.