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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Charleston public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Brockman Drive drainage improvements
Another $100,000 state grant, this time from SC DES, would fund drainage improvements on Brockman Drive to help reduce flooding in that neighborhood.
Country Club II/Harbor View Road stormwater outfall improvements
A $100,000 state grant would help fund stormwater outfall work aimed at reducing flooding near Country Club II and Harbor View Road — with no local match required.
Dominion Energy franchise agreement and undergrounding power lines
Council gave final approval to the 20-year Dominion franchise deal after months of public pushback over tree butchering and undergrounding. Residents were told a follow-up city ordinance will set priorities and funding for burying power lines, and Council pledged Johns Island won't be treated differently.
2026 Stormwater Capital Projects and Basin Improvements
A $4.5 million construction contract will install new storm drains and culverts to reduce tidal flooding in the Central Park Road basin on James Island, helped by a $1.5 million state grant.