I couldn’t agree more with District 5 Supervisor and Board President Gloria Dickerson when she told District 1 Supervisor Glenn Donald, “This is a circus. I’m a part of it, and you are part of it too.” And she’s absolutely right—our current situation is a five-ring circus.
Why? First, there’s the chaos and infighting—fighting over petty issues, personal grudges, and power instead of serving the community. Second, some board members are displaying chaotic behavior. Outbursts make it impossible to work productively.
Third, these meetings are broadcast live on Facebook and YouTube, with the whole world watching how unprofessional and out of control our government has become.
It’s embarrassing, and those involved should reflect on their own behavior by reviewing these videos—they might be surprised at how they’re truly acting.
Many qualified people are choosing not to run for office because they refuse to be part of this mess. And I can’t blame them. But our community’s future depends on us doing what’s right. We need capable leaders willing to step up and replace those who are no longer fit to serve.
When qualified people refuse to run, less qualified leaders fill the void. We must actively support individuals with the skills, education, and experience to lead effectively. Leadership should be about service, collaboration, and respect—not personal grudges.
Some argue that age matters, but what’s more important is whether someone is qualified—someone who can communicate, listen and work with others for the community’s benefit.
It seems at times as if some elected officials are not paying attention to the conversations being had in the boardrooms, and they often seem disconnected.
Their confusion and outbursts hinder progress and underscore the need for fresh, sharp-minded leaders.
And here’s the shocking part—these meetings are live for the whole world to see how dysfunctional we’ve become.
I urge those involved to review their behavior; they might be surprised or even embarrassed at what they see.
Although most of our cities in the county are African-American, we also need talented white citizens to lead. You’d be surprised at the support you’ll get across racial lines because people care more about community well-being than race. The community needs dedicated individuals like you.
Right now, even basic issues—like paying bills or applying for grants—become battlegrounds.
Some officials fight loudly and show hostility instead of working together.
These leaders must be replaced immediately. We need honest, respectful teamwork to move forward.
The landscape has gone from dysfunctional to downright ridiculous. The chaos and infighting are hurting us all. We deserve better. Our community needs you.
So, I urge everyone: don’t be discouraged. Instead, see this chaos as an opportunity for real change. We need honest, qualified, and dedicated leaders. It’s time for a new start—and it begins with us. Let’s get involved and make sure our leaders truly serve us all—to finally put an end to this three-ring circus.
