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Elmer, a project manager, raised critical concerns regarding the ethics and implications of private projects receiving substantial sums from the DHF without corresponding value generation. He argued for a more rigorous threshold for funding proposals—suggesting that over half of the Hive State should agree before funds are allocated. This resonated with many attendees who echoed the sentiments of malinvestment, stressing the need for projects to demonstrate actual growth and performance before receiving resources.