During a recent government meeting, community members voiced their concerns regarding environmental issues related to soil disposal practices. Edie Havermel, a resident of Valemar, highlighted the potential dangers of contaminated soil being transported to their area. She emphasized that the owner of the land receiving the dirt is likely being compensated for taking it away, suggesting that the soil is unwanted and possibly hazardous.

Havermel expressed her worries about the implications of this contamination, particularly its potential impact on local surfers, including her son and husband. She drew parallels to past environmental issues in Oklahoma, where dust and dirt pollution had detrimental health effects on the community. Her remarks underscored a growing anxiety among residents about the safety of their environment and the health of their children.

The meeting reflected a broader concern among community members about the management of soil disposal and its environmental ramifications, urging local authorities to consider the long-term effects on public health and the ecosystem.