In a recent San Diego County government meeting, public comments highlighted significant concerns regarding the integrity of the voting system and local flood prevention measures.
During the public comment segment, speaker Justin Castro expressed strong opposition to the vote-by-mail system, claiming it could lead to widespread voter fraud, including \"an ungodly amount of dead people voting.\" Castro criticized the board for ignoring previous discussions about the issues surrounding mail-in voting, emphasizing the need for accountability as the upcoming election approaches.
Following Castro's remarks, the board moved on to discuss an ordinance aimed at amending the San Diego County Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance. Vice Chair Lawson Reamer noted that the board had received an errata that updated the background information related to the ordinance. Public comments on this item included a mix of support and criticism.
Catherine Rhodes, speaking in person, proposed that the county should facilitate Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training for homeless individuals, allowing them to gain certifications that would enable them to assist during emergencies. Rhodes criticized the city of San Diego for canceling CERT programs, which she argued prevents those in need from obtaining valuable skills and job opportunities.
Other callers voiced concerns about the proposed flood prevention measures, suggesting that the ordinance does not adequately address health and safety issues. One caller argued that the ordinance appears to favor developers over community safety, potentially allowing for inadequate flood prevention measures that could lead to health hazards.
The meeting concluded with the board passing the motion related to the consent calendar unanimously, indicating a collective agreement among supervisors present. The discussions reflect ongoing tensions regarding electoral integrity and community safety measures in San Diego County.