During a recent government meeting, community members voiced significant concerns regarding local developments and their impact on residents. Justin Carlson opened the discussion by congratulating the Latinx community on a recent proclamation and urged the council to delay a pending vote for two weeks. He emphasized the need for further consideration of new information related to Lieutenant Commander Chen of the U.S. Navy, who had been actively working to inform the county about his situation. Carlson argued that postponing the vote would allow for a more thorough understanding of the implications for the military, Asian, and family communities in Washington.

Following Carlson, Gene Schulman, a Vietnam veteran and retired law enforcement sergeant, expressed his discontent regarding a proposed bus stop that would encroach on his neighbor Si Chan's property. Schulman highlighted the potential disruption to Chan's septic system and utilities, arguing that the county should reconsider the location of the bus stop, especially since there is vacant county property nearby. He also raised concerns about the accumulation of garbage at the current bus stop site, which detracts from the neighborhood's appearance.

Both speakers underscored the importance of community input in local decision-making processes, advocating for a more considerate approach to development that respects the needs and concerns of residents.