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Supervisor Josh says he will begin chemotherapy after cancer diagnosis; will miss some meetings
Summary
Supervisor Josh told the board he underwent surgery and pathology showed cancer; he faces follow-up treatment and expects to begin chemotherapy on the 27th with a 9–12 week regimen and will miss some meetings while remaining committed to his term.
Supervisor Josh addressed the supervisors to explain recent absences and his near-term availability.
"Back in May, I was having some pain issues, and that was discovered early in June that I had a mass," he said. "Pathology reports came back that it was cancerous. Since then, I've been going through appointments and testing... I will be starting my chemo, and that will continue for 9 to 12 weeks of treatments. I'll have many days coming up that I will not be able to attend meetings, but I do plan to attend as many as possible and still be involved in doing my duties, that I was elected for."
Why it matters: Josh framed the remarks as a public explanation for absences and asked for understanding as he undergoes treatment while continuing to serve. Supervisors and colleagues offered support and well-wishes following his statement.
Next steps: Josh said treatment will begin on the 27th and that he will continue to participate in county business as feasible; the board offered its support at the meeting.
