Justine, a representative of Bare Feet Kayak Runners, told the Struthers City Council during the meeting's public comment period that a planned boat launch funded by CHAP prompted her business to buy boats and obtain licenses in anticipation of increased river use. "When we first heard that CHAP was getting us a boat launch, we just jumped and bought a bunch of boats, got licensed, got registered," she said.

She described the company’s operating hours and safety procedures, saying, "We are open from 8 to 6," and that the last boat goes in at 6 so paddlers are "out of the water by dark." Justine advised patrons to bring lunches and water and suggested stopping at River Rock Beach during trips.

Justine gave practical timing guidance for trips, estimating it takes about an hour from here to Lowellville and about two and a half hours to Hillsville, and said she typically meets clients at the finish point. She described the river’s character as offering short rapids—"wolfie doos," in her words—followed by restful stretches for scenery.

The speaker noted wildlife sightings along the route, saying, "We have 2 large eagle nests along the way" and that river otters are commonly visible near shore. She also praised Mayor Betty McDaniel for staying in contact and helping with local efforts.

On litter prevention, Justine described an "onion bag" program that places collection boxes at several boat launches so paddlers can store trash during trips and leave bags at designated sites for volunteers to collect. "A lot of the boxes are sponsored by different people," she said, describing how volunteers pick up filled bags and return empties to the boxes.

Justine characterized her operation as largely "on call," with most customers texting to arrange outings; she provided a contact number during her remarks. Her comments were delivered during the council's public comment period and did not include a formal request for action by the council.

No formal vote or council direction on the items Justine raised was recorded in the public comment segment.