We are currently witnessing the erosion of public trust.
This month, tenants of the Business Development Center had the rug pulled out from under them when the county suddenly threatened closure. I spent time with several folks at the BDC’s INCubator, a place that has helped launch so many of this county’s beloved businesses. Their small businesses and livelihoods were in limbo. They were kept in the dark.
And as it stands, there is still no practical solution that will adequately replace the BDC. I saw and heard the concerns and confusion our county mayor has caused — leadership that neglected to address maintenance issues even after $5 million was allocated for repairs two years ago.
I am a general contractor, and I know what it means to start something from the ground up. These people have worked hard, and they deserve more than a cold eviction notice.