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Upcoming Joint Town Hall Meeting

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Chairman Todd Friddle from Dorchester County Council, Ms. Kellie Bates from the DD2 Board of Trustees, Dr. Charmaine Palmer-Roberts from North Charleston City Council, Chief Richardson from the Dorchester County Sheriff’s Office, and Representative Chris Murphy from the S.C. House of Representatives, invite residents to an upcoming town hall meeting at the Wescott Park Clubhouse.

Residents, community leaders, and stakeholders are encouraged to attend and actively participate in this meeting. This is a unique opportunity to engage directly with elected officials and decision-makers, shaping the future of our community. Topics of discussion will include education, infrastructure, public safety, and economic development.

To submit your questions to the moderator, please email them to mmills@dorchestercountysc.gov.  

Date: April 3, 2024
Time: 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Location: Wescott Park Clubhouse Address, (9006 Dorchester Road, North Charleston)

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County Greenbelt Master Plan Public Input Sessions

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Dorchester County will be holding two upcoming in-person public engagement sessions designed to gather community input for the development of the Greenbelt Master Plan.

A greenbelt is an undeveloped land area around or within cities, safeguarded to preserve nature, biodiversity, and recreational spaces. It serves multiple purposes, such as environmental conservation, flood prevention, and supporting sustainable urban planning. Greenbelts seek to strike a balance between urban development and maintaining green spaces for community well-being and environmental health. The Dorchester County Greenbelt Master Plan will help guide funding for eligible projects such as land acquisition and purchase of conservation easements as a result of the 2022 Dorchester County Transportation Sales and Use Tax Referendum. 

The public input sessions will be held as follows:

1. St. George Rosenwald School:

  • Date: Thursday, February 8, 2024
  • Time: 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
  • Location: St. George Rosenwald School, 205 Ann Street, St. George, SC 29477

2. Alston Middle School Cafeteria:

  • Date: Tuesday, February 13, 2024
  • Time: 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
  • Location: Alston Middle School, 500 Bryan St. Summerville, SC 29483
    (Enter the building from Highway 78)

These sessions serve as opportunities for community members to share their thoughts, suggestions, and concerns which will directly shape the Greenbelt Master Plan.

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Do This Survey for Better Streets

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In an initiative to enhance community involvement in shaping the future of our county’s transportation policies, Dorchester County has launched the Complete Streets Survey. This survey invites residents, businesses, and stakeholders to actively participate in crafting safer, more accessible streets for all.

To access the survey, please visit this link. Please note the survey will close on November 27, 2023.

The Complete Streets approach advocates for the design of streets that can accommodate all modes of transportation by promoting safety and accessibility for everyone. By taking part in this survey, you can contribute to the development of transportation policies that reflect the diverse needs of our community.

The County will also host its second Complete Streets Workshop. This workshop is open to everyone, and families are encouraged to attend. Light refreshments will be provided.

Date: October 26, 2023
Time: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM 
Location: St. George Rosenwald School (205 Ann Street, St. George)

For more information, please visit the Dorchester County Complete Streets Policy webpage. 

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You’re Invited to the September 11, 2001 Remembrance Ceremony

Dorchester County September 11, 2001 Remembrance Ceremony

Dorchester County is inviting the community to it’s September 11, 2001 Remembrance Ceremony.

“As we mark the anniversary of September 11, we plan to come together as a community to reflect on the events of that day and pay tribute to the victims, survivors, and heroes who demonstrated extraordinary courage and resilience. Our Dorchester County September 11 Ceremony will serve as an opportunity for us to stand together in remembrance, to support one another, and to reinforce the values that bind us as a society. The program will include speeches, a moment of silence, and a wreath-laying ceremony to honor those who lost their lives.”

The Ceremony will take place Monday, September 11, 2023, 8:30 a.m., at the Davis-Bailey Park, 5190 E. Jim Bilton Blvd, St George.

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Residents Urged to Report Structural Damage from Hurricane Idalia

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Dorchester County urges residents to report any structural damage to their properties or businesses. This information will assist county damage assessment teams in evaluating the extent of the storm’s impact and will aid in expediting the recovery process.

To report storm-related structural damage, please fill out the online Structural Damage Form or contact our Call Center at (843) 832-0393 which will be open until Thursday at 2:00 p.m.

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Hurricane Idalia is Coming Our Way

Hurricane Idalia

Hurricane Idaila Has made landfall in Northern Florida and is expected to hop over to and skirt our over the next 12-24 hours the storm will pass through our area. Please stay informed. If you lose power, please do not assume the power company knows. You should call and report an outage for your home or business. This helps the power company build a better repair picture. You can look at the Dominion Power Outage Map through the link below. If out traveling, be cautious of hidden dangers including water on the roadways. You should not travel on roads closed due to flooding. Watch for downed powerlines. Be careful when assessing property damage. Watch for dangerous displaced wildlife.

Reporting Power Outages

It is important to report your power outage, even if you see outages already reported in your area. DO NOT CALL 9-1-1 or use social media to report a power outage. Report outages directly to your utility provider.

Dominion Energy SC
DESC Customer Service:  1-800-251-7234
Report Downed/Sparking Lines:  1-888-333-4465
Report Gas Leaks:  1-800-815-0083
Report Power Outage:  1-888-333-4465

Edisto Electric
(803) 245-5141

Berkeley Electric
1-888-253-4232
Report Outage via Smarthub

Some Useful Strom Links:
The National Hurricane Center hurricane tracking and forecasts
Dorchester County Emergency Management Department county-specific hurricane and other emergency information including road closures.
South Carolina Emergency Management state storm information
Dominion Power Outage Map see where power outages have been reported.

If you have other links or tips, let me know and I’ll add them here.

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Another Sand Mine is Coming To Dorchester – Update!

I had not received the needed ten petition signature until Sunday, August 13th and sent the petition for a public meeting to DHEC despite being past the deadline. DHEC responded today with a letter indicating they would not proceed with a Public Hearing due to the missed regulatory deadline, but would arrange for a Public Meeting. The public meeting will allow for the exchange of information and provide an opportunity for the community to express our concerns.

Once the public meeting details are received, interested parties will be notified and I will update this site with the meeting time and place details.

DHEC Letter
DHEC Letter

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Horses Shot in St. George

Recent articles in The Eagle-Record and The Post and Courier report malicious animal shootings at the St. George Shangri-La Sanctuary which resulted in the death of at least one horse and maiming and injury of several others. The Dorchester County Sheriff’s Office seems to have tracked down a primary suspect which sadly is an 11-year-old child who lives in the area.

The Shangri-La Sanctuary is supposed to be a safe place for rescued animals. Unfortunately in this case animals were harmed and maimed with no apparent regard for their wellbeing. It is unclear at this time how law enforcement will deal with the shooter as they are a juvenile. But it’s obvious, significant damage was done to the animals of the sanctuary. With one horse shot eight times, this clearly was not a case of random stray bullets from target shooting. While target shooting is generally accepted and common in our rural Dorchester area, the shooting of other’s animals is not.

If you would like to reach out or offer comfort and support to the Shangri-La Sanctuary, you can visit their website (https://www.shangrilasanctuarysc.com/) or email them at slsanctuarysc@gmail.com.

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Dorchester County Sheriff’s to Host National Night Out

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The Dorchester County Sheriff’s Office announced they are inviting residents to the National Night Out, an evening of camaraderie and fun to foster stronger relationships between law enforcement and the community. The Sheriff’s Office will host two events on August 1 from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Ashley River Park (200 Renken Rd., Summerville) and Davis-Bailey Park (5190 E Jim Bilton Blvd., St George). These events will consist of the following highlights:

Community Meet and Greet: Connect with Dorchester County Sheriff’s Office law enforcement officers and first responders.

Law Enforcement Demonstrations: Gain valuable insights into safety techniques and crime prevention strategies through interactive demonstrations by our experienced law enforcement personnel. These include K9 demonstrations, Aviation demonstrations, and Crime Scene demonstrations.

Kids Activities: Join first responders for games of corn hole, kickball, volleyball, spike ball, and basketball (at Davis-Bailey Park).

Food and Refreshments: Hotdogs and drinks will be available free of charge.

These events are excellent opportunities to connect with your fellow neighbors, local law enforcement, and other first responders in a relaxed and enjoyable setting.

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I-26 Improvements Started

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While there doesn’t seem to be any official work posted it looks the I26-SC27 exit 187 interchange improvements have started. As of this posting, I couldn’t find any updated information on the SCDOT, Dorchester County, or I26-SC27 Interchange Project websites. But if you traveled through the 187 Exit at all in the last few weeks, it’s obvious work on the interchange has finally started. Construction crews are clearing trees from the North side of the exchange, assumedly in preparation for the new bridge. The I26E onramp has had some resurfacing as well as a portion of the I26E right-hand lane, assumedly for some road widening.

Travelers in this area should be aware there is road work happening and use caution.

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