Deschutes County is announcing an opportunity for communities to apply for grants that will provide funding for projects that reduce the risk of wildfire. The County's Fuel Reduction Grant Program is designed to assist communities with specific, short-term projects related to reducing fuels and improving defensible space in Deschutes County. A total of $100,000 is available to fund fuel reduction projects. Funding is supplied by the County's portion of proceeds from video lottery gaming. Preference will be given to communities or neighborhoods that are working to be recognized as aÂ...