Residents of Monterey County are expressing growing concerns regarding the delayed release of health survey results related to the recent fires. During the County Board of Supervisors meeting on May 20, 2025, community member Michelle Clary raised alarms about the lack of transparency surrounding the survey, which was closed on March 16. Clary emphasized that two months is an excessive timeframe for consolidating results and urged the board to expedite the publication of this critical information.

Clary's comments reflect a broader frustration among residents who are eager for updates on the health impacts of the fires. She called for accountability from those responsible for the survey, highlighting the community's need for timely information to understand the situation better. "There's a lot of congratulating and backslapping, but the community is sitting here waiting," she stated, underscoring the urgency of the matter.

In a lighter moment during the meeting, Tina Nieto congratulated Supervisor Chris Lopez on his recent appointment to the Coastal Commission, expressing pride from the Monterey County Sheriff's Office. This acknowledgment of Lopez's achievement provided a brief respite from the pressing concerns raised by community members.

The board's response to Clary's concerns remains to be seen, but her call for improved communication and efficiency highlights the community's demand for transparency and action in the wake of the fires. As residents await the health survey results, the board faces the challenge of addressing these concerns while continuing to support the community's recovery efforts.