The Berkeley-Charleston-Dorchester Council of Governments (BCDCOG) is updating the Long-Range Transportation Plan (LRTP) for the region’s rural areas and is seeking community input at upcoming public open houses.
The information gathered from the public will be used to develop LRTP project priorities for funding over the next twenty years. The public’s participation and input are encouraged by attending one or more of the upcoming open houses and/or by completing the survey at: bcdcog.com/rlrtp2040.
Open House Locations and Times
- January 27, 2025, 5:30 – 7:30 PM, McClellanville Town Hall, 405 Pinckney St, McClellanville SC 29458
- January 28, 2025, 5:30 – 7:30 PM, St George Rosenwald School, 205 Ann St, George SC 29477
- January 29, 2025, 5:30 – 7:30 PM, Cross Community Center, 1690 Old Highway 6, Cross SC 29436
- February 4, 2025, St. Paul’s Hollywood Library, 5130 SC-165, Hollywood SC 29449
The Rural Long-Range Transportation Plan is a multimodal plan that will set priorities for spending federal funds on transportation projects in the region, over the next 20 years. These projects include improvements to highways, roads, bridges, transit facilities and services, bicycle and pedestrian facilities, and related enhancements.
The final LRTP document is expected to be complete by Summer 2025. More information on the plan can be found at bcdcog.com or by contacting Sarah Cox, Transportation Planner, BCDCOG, at (843) 529-0400 or sarahc@bcdcog.com.
Those requiring special accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act or who require translation services (free of charge) should contact Michelle Emerson, at (843)529-2578 at the BCDCOG at least two working days in advance of meetings.
Berkeley-Charleston-Dorchester Council of Governments (BCDCOG)
BCDCOG is a voluntary association of, by and for local governments, established to assist Berkeley, Charleston and Dorchester County leaders in planning for common needs, cooperating for mutual benefit, and coordinating for sound regional development. BCDCOG’s purpose is to strengthen the individual and collective power of local governments and to help them recognize regional opportunities, eliminate unnecessary duplication, and make joint decisions. For the latest on BCDCOG, visit bcdcog.com, like us on Facebook or follow on X at @BDCCoG.
SPANISH ASSISTANCE
Si usted necesita la ayuda de un traductor del idioma español, por favor comuníquese con el BCDCOG al teléfono (843) 529-2578 o envíe un correo electrónico a publiccomment@bcdcog.com, cuando menos 48 horas antes de la junta.