The Vanderburgh County Board of Commissioners held a special meeting on September 18, 2025, primarily to discuss the extension of a temporary ban on outdoor burning in the county. The meeting began with the pledge of allegiance and proceeded to address the pressing issue of ongoing drought conditions affecting the area.

Chief Farrar and Cliff Weaver provided updates on the current drought status, indicating that Vanderburgh County remains in a D1 drought, which signifies dry conditions with little rain expected in the near future. They recommended that the burn ban remain in effect to prevent potential fire hazards.

The commissioners unanimously voted to approve Resolution Number CORDash09Dash25Dash008, which extends the burn ban through October 7, 2025. This resolution also grants authority to Chief Farrar and Cliff Weaver to rescind the ban if conditions improve. The commissioners emphasized the importance of monitoring the situation and indicated that they would reconvene to reassess the ban if significant rainfall occurs.

The meeting concluded with a motion to adjourn, underscoring the collaborative efforts of the commissioners and fire officials to ensure public safety during this challenging period.