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Residents raise concerns about aerial spraying, food pantry changes and public-health funding during Washtenaw County public comment

6440975 · September 3, 2025
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Summary

Public commenters urged the Washtenaw County Board of Commissioners to address alleged aerial spraying, reported changes to food-pantry operations and potential state budget cuts affecting District Health Department No. 10.

During the public-comment period at the Washtenaw County Board of Commissioners meeting on Feb. 2, several residents raised concerns about aerial spraying, changes in food-pantry operations and potential cuts to district public-health funding.

Cashminder Gatling, who identified themself as a county resident, urged the board to pass a resolution opposing aerial spraying, saying the community has "experienced" aerial spraying and asking the county to act.…

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