A Hamilton County resident used the meeting’s public‑comment period in May 2025 to urge the commission to address traffic safety, growth and loss of green space.

Jim Watson of 8477 Crest Timber Circle in Middle Valley told commissioners he has noticed faster and more dangerous driving: “If you go on 1 53 driving 55 miles an hour, you better be on the shoulder. 70, 75, 80 miles an hour is common.” Watson also said he had once waited with an ambulance at a railroad crossing for four minutes and that drivers frequently run red lights.

On housing and growth, Watson said two active developments and a third on Walnut will add “200 plus more cars on Middle Valley Road every day” and predicted more frequent flooding after heavy rain, citing an event when about 3.5 inches of rain caused problems. He warned that higher density will increase property taxes and said litter is worsening. Watson’s primary concern was green space loss: “Once you lose green space, it's gone. You're never gonna get it back,” he said.

The transcript records Watson’s observations and appeals to the commission but does not show a formal county response or recorded action. Commissioners acknowledged the comment and the meeting proceeded to other items; the transcript does not record any immediate motions, staff directions or votes tied to these public comments.

Watson identified several areas for potential county attention—traffic enforcement, planning for new developments, flood mitigation and litter programs—but did not propose specific ordinances or funding mechanisms during his remarks.