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NON-AGENDA PUBLIC COMMUNICATION (DISTRICTS: ALL)
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Shaurya Adappa spoke regarding littering and pollution, urging the Board to explore community-centered solutions including youth-led neighborhood clean-ups.
Taiye Bland Aruya spoke in support of continued investment in long-term solutions for people experiencing homelessness, including mental health care, substance use treatment, job opportunities and prevention efforts.
Anna Acevedo requested continued advocacy and funding to address sewage and public and environmental health impacts in the Tijuana River Valley, including investments in wastewater treatment and infrastructure.
Oliver Twist offered general remarks in celebration of Independence Day and urged the Board to restore clapping as a form of public expression in the chambers.
Saniah Jameson encouraged the Board to prioritize juvenile justice approaches that emphasize rehabilitation, accountability and opportunity through mentorship, education and supportive resources.
Paul the Bold criticized the Board of wasting taxpayer resources by keeping the public in the dark and not allowing accurate public participation at Board meetings.
Consuelo C. criticized local and county officials for alleged misuse of funds and selective enforcement of laws, asserting that truth-tellers and whistleblowers are being punished.
Dennis Brown spoke to the Board regarding addressing a claim contesting the certification of election results at the next regularly scheduled board meeting.
Becky Rapp asked the County to account fully for marijuana-related expenditures and advocated incorporation of marijuana-prevention education into youth programs and future Department of Youth Development efforts.
Ann Riddle voiced concerns about marijuana cultivation emissions and their potential public health impacts, citing a recent webinar, and urged caution regarding the County’s social equity cannabis program.
Truth raised various criticisms of individual Supervisors, alleged corruption, and questioned the residency and financial practices of certain Board members.
Hecter Oh requested that the Board use Zoom for its meetings and raised general concerns about white supremacy and “white history month.”
Pam criticized the Board’s policies on abortion and gender identity, argued that county actions endanger children, and expressed opposition to county support for Rady Children’s Hospital gender-affirming care.
Natalie Raschke raised concerns about the impending expiration of Emergency Housing Vouchers (EHVs) in November 2026, noting that many voucher holders, including herself and her children, could become homeless absent federal or local intervention.
Kathleen Lippitt spoke about combined alcohol and high-potency marijuana use, warning of normalization of deviance and associated public health harms, and urging clear risk messaging.
Terri Ann Skelly spoke to the Board regarding concerns of marijuana shops operating without the required permits.
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CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER
Heard, referred to the Chief Administrative Officer.
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LINKAGE TO THE COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO STRATEGIC PLAN
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Respectfully submitted,
EBONY N. SHELTON
Chief Administrative Officer
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