Myth 5 – It’s Just 10 Feet of Gravel That Nobody Is Using

❌ Myth: The dispute is just over 10 feet of unused gravel.

✅ Fact: This is about all of the land, its legally designated purpose, and the County’s continued encroachment.

The claim that "it’s just 10 feet of gravel that nobody is using" is misleading and dismissive. This isn’t just about 10 feet—it’s about all of the land and the fact that it was purchased with taxpayer funds from a special tax specifically for veterans' memorials and meeting places.

Additionally, this land was legally dedicated for veterans’ use, and that dedication cannot be revoked unless the veterans abandon it—which has not happened.

If this were truly about only 10 feet of land, this wouldn’t even be an issue. But the County has already transferred property, to the Fire District—without notifying veterans. The "10 feet of gravel" argument is simply a way to downplay and justify a much larger violation.

Think of it this way: If a child takes your toy, claiming you weren’t playing with it, does that suddenly give them the right to keep it? Of course not. The same principle applies here—the County does not have the right to take taxpayer-funded land and repurpose it for something else, regardless of how much of it is in use.

💡 Bottom Line: Don’t be fooled by dismissive statements. This is about all of the land and the County’s responsibility to follow the law and honor taxpayer-funded land for its intended purpose.

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