J. J. Meland, owner of Maynard's Restaurant in Silverdale, made headlines after confronting protester Terrell Wilcher during a June 6 demonstration advocating for racial justice. Armed with a Taser, Meland told Wilcher to leave the sidewalk, which he claimed to have paid for, prompting outrage within the community. In a subsequent community forum, Meland apologized, stating, "I shouldn’t have brought the Taser," and acknowledged that his actions appeared threatening.

Despite his apology, many attendees, including Wilcher, felt dissatisfied, emphasizing that Meland's behavior reflected systemic issues related to racial privilege. Meland sought to demonstrate accountability by inviting community members to discuss the incident openly rather than opting for a written apology. He also addressed the backlash faced by his staff, who were uninvolved in the confrontation. Committing to positive change, Meland announced plans to support racial equity through donations and staff training on implicit bias. The incident has sparked broader conversations about racial inequity in Silverdale and the responsibilities of local business owners.