Residents of a local apartment complex voiced urgent concerns about severe mold issues and health impacts during a recent government meeting. Multiple tenants reported ongoing health problems, including respiratory issues and persistent coughs, which they attribute to mold exposure in their homes.

One resident, who is pregnant and has a young child, described finding mold in various areas of her apartment, including vents and window sills. She expressed anxiety about bringing a newborn into such an environment, highlighting the urgency of their situation as their lease extends until May. Another resident, Brittany Depeda, a courtesy officer at the complex, shared her own struggles with mold-related health issues and noted that many residents are trapped in their leases despite the hazardous living conditions.

The meeting also featured testimonies from other residents detailing similar experiences. They reported visible mold growth, leaks, and a lack of adequate response from property management. One resident mentioned that mold testing revealed dangerously high humidity levels in their apartment, exacerbating health concerns.

Social worker Kimberly Howard, who is also Depeda's mother, criticized the management for failing to address the mold problem and for threatening residents with financial penalties if they attempted to leave before their leases expired. She emphasized that the situation is affecting multiple families and called for immediate action to ensure safe living conditions.

City officials acknowledged the seriousness of the complaints and expressed a commitment to investigate the issues further. They recognized the importance of public health and safety and indicated that unannounced inspections would be conducted to assess the extent of the mold problem.

The testimonies reflect a growing frustration among residents who feel neglected and unsafe in their homes. As the city prepares to take action, the community hopes for a swift resolution to their health and housing crisis.