In a recent government meeting, commissioners united in their opposition to the expansion of a landfill adjacent to Whitney Elementary School, emphasizing the environmental concerns affecting local children. Commissioner Woods led the charge, urging fellow commissioners to sign a statement against the landfill's expansion, which was met with unanimous support.

Commissioner Hewitt Garcia expressed deep concern over the impact of environmental issues on students, highlighting the distress it causes for children attending school in such proximity to the landfill. She called for community engagement, encouraging residents to voice their opposition to the Land Use Control Board.

The meeting also addressed procedural clarifications regarding upcoming county commission election dates, with Commissioner Woods reassuring the public that their feedback is valued and encourages continued engagement with the board.

As the meeting concluded, the commissioners reiterated their commitment to environmental justice and the well-being of the community, particularly its youth. The session ended with a call for public participation in local governance, reinforcing the importance of community voices in decision-making processes.