Firewise USA Community Support Project

How it works

Klamath County’s mitigation page says the county has applied for a $400,000 Community Wildfire Risk Reduction (CWRR) grant for a Firewise USA Community Support Project. The page says the county intends to use the grant to acquire equipment that can be used for Firewise USA community projects. It also says Klamath County plans to enter into an intergovernmental agreement with Klamath Fire District 1 (Klamath Falls) to manage maintenance, employability, and community access to the equipment.

What the money covers

The page says the equipment will be used for wildfire management generally and that Firewise USA communities have priority access. It also says the excess woodchips are expected to be made freely available to the public for use in personal gardens and small farms. The page specifically notes there is no manual labor assistance or delivery service for the woodchips; residents must bring their own trailer and shovel/pitchfork.

Amounts and matching

• Applied-for grant amount: $400,000
• The page also says services and equipment repairs will be paid for using SRS Title III Funds.
• No homeowner match requirement is stated.

How to apply

The page does not describe a direct homeowner application. It indicates the resources will be available upon request to all Firewise USA communities.

Timing and deadlines

The project is expected to begin late spring 2025.

• The page also says the program will begin when grant funding is awarded, estimated Spring of 2026 on the broader mitigation page text.
• No application deadline is stated for homeowners.

Additional notes

This is presented as a county-managed community resource rather than an individual rebate or check to a homeowner. Access appears to flow through Firewise USA community participation and county coordination.