Residents voice health concerns over mold and sewage issues at Winterwood properties

The Georgetown City Council meeting on April 14, 2025, featured a significant discussion regarding health and safety concerns related to the Winterwood properties, particularly the Overlook Apartments. Residents expressed serious grievances about mold and sewage issues affecting their living conditions.

A resident, who recently moved out of the Elk River Apartments, shared her experience with mold problems and health issues that arose from water damage in her previous apartment. She reported that her daughter, now living in the Overlook Apartments, has faced similar challenges, including flooding and mold growth. The resident highlighted that the apartment had flooded multiple times before her daughter moved in, and despite conducting mold tests, the management's response has been inadequate.

The resident detailed alarming health impacts, including rising blood sugar levels and thyroid issues, which she attributes to the mold exposure. She emphasized the lack of action from property management, stating that they only planned to replace baseboards and paint over the mold rather than addressing the underlying sewage problem.

Another resident, living two apartments down, corroborated the claims, noting that she now requires oxygen due to health complications linked to the mold in her unit. The residents expressed frustration with the lack of support from code enforcement and health departments, feeling that their concerns were dismissed.

The discussion underscored the urgent need for the city council to address the conditions at Winterwood properties, as residents called for more accountability and action from property management to ensure safe living environments. The meeting concluded with a recognition of the ongoing health risks posed by the current state of the apartments and a commitment to further investigate the issues raised.