The title summed up in 1 sentence the dilemma presented by most panelists, mainly law enforcement, court and DHHS. Betty Chinn provided her unique perspective and I was really glad to see her as a part of the panel.
DA candidates Elan, Maggie and Arnie were all there along with Humboldt County Supervisors Bass and Fennell. Eureka City Council are interviewing city manager candidates today and Allan Dollison had a scheduling conflict.
The audience was wonderful and diverse. There were community members, people from various faith organizations, business owners and elected officials. My 3 favorite comments of the night were from the audience were from Kathleen Bryson, Estelle Fenell and Sylvia Scott.
Kathleen Bryson spoke and one of her comments was, "Which came first, the chicken or the egg? How do you separate drug abuse and mental illness." She expressed the sentiment and theme that other people addressed in their questions.
"You brought this problem to Eureka, said Sylvia Scott, "All I hear is excuses." I think Sylvia summed up the emotion many felt but everyone was very respectful in their comments and questions.
Estelle asked, "What will it take to change policy, legally and the financial impact?" That kind of solution oriented direction is where we need to go as a community.
I did take notes regarding some of the information presented but there was very good media representation and so I will add highlights in a different post shortly.
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