During a recent city council meeting, urgent concerns were raised regarding the ongoing landslide issues affecting local residents. A speaker emphasized the need for immediate action, criticizing the current drilling efforts that are targeting water sources at depths of 200 feet. The speaker argued that these efforts are misguided, as water is typically found at depths of 100 feet or less. They urged the council to redirect resources to the toe of the landslide, where water removal is critical to prevent further damage to homes and infrastructure.

The speaker expressed frustration over the perceived prioritization of other issues over the urgent need to protect homes and utilities. They highlighted the dire situation faced by residents, including instances where homes have been flooded due to delayed responses from Cal Water, which took 40 minutes to shut off water during a recent incident. The speaker called for a more focused approach to address the immediate needs of the community, stressing that lives and homes are at stake.

Following this, another participant attempted to share a video related to the agenda but faced technical difficulties. The council offered to receive the video via email for review. The meeting also included a voicemail from a resident, Tammy Podesta, who echoed concerns about the landslide, noting that its speed is increasing and urging the council to take action.

The discussions highlighted the pressing need for effective management of the landslide situation, with residents calling for a more proactive and responsive approach from city officials to safeguard their homes and community infrastructure.