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Commissioners share community announcements; resident urges attention to service waiting list
Summary
Commissioners announced donations drives, blood drives, holiday events and small-business markets; resident Patty Bamba used public comment to highlight a waiting list for assistance and the need for ramps and local support.
Commissioners used the meeting's announcements section to list community events, charitable drives and local cultural programs. Items publicized included a collection drive for the Salem County Women's Shelter (bedsheets, towels, hygiene items), Meals on Wheels collections, an American Red Cross blood drive on Nov. 21, Habitat for Humanity events, an open house at the Eddie Reckless Center, Operation Toy Train and several small-business holiday markets.
During public comment Patty Bamba introduced herself and thanked commissioners for their service, asked officials to remember residents in need when budgeting and highlighted that there is an active waiting list for assistance and for ramps; she noted prior donations and urged continued attention from county leadership. The board acknowledged the remarks; no formal action was taken during public comment.
The board also reminded the public that the next meeting is scheduled for Dec. 3 at 06:00 and then moved to closed session to discuss litigation and negotiation matters.
