Lake County Official Confrontation Caught on Video – Calls for Removal & Investigation

This video captures an incident involving Lake County Board of Adjustment member Ray Powers and CJ Blancett at a private event. In the footage, the interaction appears to escalate as Mr. Powers approaches Ms. Blancett in a manner that some viewers may interpret as aggressive. The video shows Ms. Blancett stepping backward while Mr. Powers advances forward, closing the distance between them. The exchange continues until bystanders begin recording. This video is being shared to provide transparency and allow the public to view the interaction directly. A petition has been launched calling for: * A formal review of Mr. Powers’ conduct * Consideration of removal from the Lake County Board of Adjustment * An independent investigation by the Lake County Sheriff’s Office Under Florida Statute 784.011, assault is defined as an intentional, unlawful threat by word or act to do violence to another person, coupled with the apparent ability to do so, creating a well-founded fear that such violence is imminent. This video raises questions that some believe warrant review under this standard. View and sign the petition here: https://c.org/kJ6WqxsHpd All individuals are presumed innocent unless determined otherwise through appropriate legal processes. This video is presented for informational and public interest purposes.