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Commissioner denies underhanded conduct amid community concern about rock quarry
Summary
A commissioner publicly denied accusations he had acted secretively or accepted payments related to a nearby rock quarry; the board urged patience and constructive dialogue while referencing ongoing permitting processes.
During the public‑comment portion of the Stephens County meeting, a commissioner responded to community allegations about county actions regarding a nearby rock quarry.
Speaker 2 said he had been criticized on social media and in the community about the quarry and that the accusations were upsetting. "For the record, I have not done anything shassy or underhanded or had nobody has lined my pockets with anything, unfortunately," Speaker 2 said, denying any improper financial ties or secretive conduct related to the quarry.
Speaker 2 told residents he has tried to be available and is willing to meet to answer questions. Other commissioners urged patience and constructive conversations, emphasizing that the county is following process and that staff and elected officials are available to meet with concerned citizens.
A member of the public, David Slizicki, identified himself and asked for clarification about which facilities the board meant by "satellite" recovery homes; the board reiterated that the phrase referred to recovery homes located in rural residences without structured support services.
No formal action was taken on the quarry matter during the meeting; commissioners said the permitting and review processes would continue.
