The Clallam County Commissioner’s Board Meeting held on September 30, 2025, addressed several pressing issues, including funding for health services and transportation concerns.

The meeting began with a discussion regarding a request from Clallam County Health and Human Services (HHS) for $25,000 to study gaps in overdose statistics and prevention services. A participant expressed strong opposition to this request, arguing that HHS should not be responsible for evaluating its own programs due to potential bias. They highlighted past discrepancies in reported overdose statistics, suggesting that the department's previous data collection efforts had ceased and questioning the need for additional funding to recreate data that was once their responsibility. The speaker proposed that an independent committee or a different department should conduct the study to ensure objectivity.

Following this, the conversation shifted to transportation issues, specifically regarding the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) and its plans affecting local routes, including those near White Creek and Peabody Creek. A participant urged the commissioners to explore alternative options to mitigate disruptions to downtown areas and property owners, emphasizing the importance of leveraging relationships with local tribes to find solutions.

The meeting also included comments from John Worthington, who raised concerns about the approval of disability services and funding limitations faced by the Department of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR). He questioned the rationale behind selecting certain disability organizations when funding was not available for non-tribal individuals, suggesting a need for clarity and fairness in service provision.

Overall, the meeting highlighted significant community concerns regarding health data transparency and transportation planning, with calls for more independent oversight and collaboration with tribal entities to address these challenges effectively. The commissioners are expected to consider these discussions in their future decision-making processes.