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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Charleston public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
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.
Harleston Village basic services: drainage, flood response, parking
The neighborhood association president asked for more vacuum-truck crews, reliable street closures and barricade removal after floods, and enforcement at five illegal parking hot spots.
Stormwater Drainage and Brick Arch Infrastructure Repairs
The committee advanced multiple stormwater initiatives, including a $1 million RIA grant for Dupont Wappoo Orleans Road, a $380,000 engineering contract for Newmarket Creek, and local drainage improvements in West Ashley and Lake Dotterer.