In a recent government meeting, Chris Kerb raised urgent concerns regarding flood preparedness and insurance coverage following an extreme weather event in Selma, Alabama, where a tree fell on his family’s home. He highlighted the significant financial impact of flooding, referencing the National Flood Insurance Program, which has disbursed over $11 million in claims in Santa Rosa County alone from 1980 to 2023. Kerb emphasized that many homeowners affected by flooding, particularly during Hurricane Debbie, were uninsured because their properties were outside designated flood zones.

Kerb pointed out that approximately 70% of the estimated $2.6 million to $4 billion in losses from Hurricane Debbie were likely uninsured, urging local officials to reconsider stormwater management strategies and the definition of a \"hundred-year storm.\" He expressed frustration over perceived inaction regarding land development codes, calling for more responsive governance to community needs.

The meeting also featured discussions on political signage regulations, with Ed Turk seeking clarification on the placement of campaign signs at voting precincts. The board confirmed that their policy only applied to county-owned property, allowing for more flexibility on state roads.

Deborah Harsher voiced her dissatisfaction with recent mailouts, criticizing them as wasteful amid economic struggles faced by residents. She condemned the political messaging as misleading and called for a halt to such expenditures.

The meeting concluded with a review of community service items, including a drainage grant for Oral Beach Elementary School, indicating ongoing efforts to address local infrastructure issues.