During a recent town board meeting, officials emphasized the importance of public input and announced plans for a special meeting to address rising concerns over a COVID variant. Commissioner Dodson expressed gratitude for the community's feedback, noting the volume of emails and calls received from residents on various issues. He highlighted the board's reliance on this input for decision-making.

The meeting also included a discussion about the procedural approach to voting and consensus-building within the board. An expert present clarified that consensus does not require unanimous agreement but rather a collective opinion reached by the group.

Mayor's announcement regarding a special meeting was prompted by Tom Neal, the director of the local hospital and leader of the vaccine initiative, who requested to discuss the spread of the COVID variant and potential masking strategies. The mayor indicated that while the current meeting was not the appropriate time for this discussion, they would consider scheduling a special meeting later in the week to address these urgent health concerns.

The meeting concluded after nearly five hours, with all commissioners voting to adjourn, reflecting on their commitment to the community's best interests. The upcoming special meeting will be publicly announced, ensuring transparency and continued engagement with residents.