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Residents raise Meridian Waste complaints and bridge concerns during Etowah County public comments
Summary
During public comments, Johnny Cook raised issues with Meridian Waste in the Gallant community and Jerry Jackson signed in about the Ponderosa Road Bridge; commissioners noted they are addressing Meridian issues but no formal action was taken.
At the May 19 Etowah County Commission meeting, several residents used the public comment sign-in sheet to raise local infrastructure and service concerns, but the minutes record no formal action from the commission during the meeting.
Johnny Cook signed in to report problems he is experiencing with Meridian Waste service in the Gallant community. The minutes record his intention to speak but do not include a detailed statement or a formal response from county staff. Later in the meeting Commissioner Jamie Grant told the audience the commission was working on issues with Meridian, indicating the board has taken notice but did not record a directive or vote addressing the complaint.
Jerry Jackson signed in to speak about concerns related to the Ponderosa Road Bridge; the minutes record his sign-in but do not note a formal response or subsequent agenda action. Dave Jenson, representing the Patriots Association, used the public-comment row to announce the Memorial Day event scheduled for May 25, 2026, at the Ola Lee Mize Memorial.
No motions or staff referrals related to Meridian Waste or the Ponderosa Road Bridge are recorded in the minutes for this meeting. The commission’s minutes show public comments were recorded as sign-ins and that commissioners acknowledged community concerns; any follow-up would occur through staff channels or a future meeting if a formal agenda item is scheduled.
