By Renee Ortiz
Greenwood, SC – The Greenwood County Council met on Tuesday, with a concise but impactful agenda that resonated deeply with the community.
The meeting commenced with the council proclaiming September as Leath Suicide Prevention Month. Warden Thomas Robertson and Associate Warden of Programs Michele Carter from Leath Correctional Institution were on hand to accept the proclamation.
“With September being Suicide Prevention Month, we are diligently trying to prevent suicides,” said Michele Carter. “We wanted to bring awareness to inmates at Leath and residents in Greenwood County. Tell them that they all matter too and encourage them. It’s important for the community to come together and watch out for each other,” she added.
The council also heard a presentation regarding fatal car and motorcycle accidents from Rick Green of the Upper Savannah Council of Governments. Green highlighted a worrying rise in road departure fatalities over the past year and a half.
“We are working to widen shoulders, add rumble strips, and expand areas where drivers can safely pull off,” explained Green, addressing how these measures aim to curb the increasing numbers.
Council members approved pre-construction and construction contracts for the upcoming renovations to Park Plaza and the Greenwood County Courthouse. The project is slated to begin on September 16 and will see various county departments, including building inspection, planning, engineering, emergency services, and lake management, relocated to the Airport Annex during the renovations.
The project will be executed in five phases, with an estimated cost of $11 million and a completion date set for 2026.
Wrapping up the meeting, the council accepted nine Special Tax District commissioners for districts 1, 3, 5, 6, and 7.
“This was one of our more efficient meetings, but the topics discussed are crucial for our community,” noted one council member. “From improving road safety to enhancing our county facilities, these actions will benefit Greenwood County residents for years to come.”
Mark your calendar for the next Greenwood County Council meeting, scheduled for 5:30 p.m. on September 17 at the Greenwood County Library.
If you have any news tips or story ideas, reach out to Renee Ortiz at 864-943-5643. Follow updates on her social media profile.
Airplane Makes Emergency Landing at Myrtle Beach Airport After Door Falls Off, FAA Says Myrtle…
Aircraft Door Detaches, Plunges Near Residential Area in Myrtle Beach On Tuesday, residents in Myrtle…
Plane Door Falls Mid-Flight, Forcing Emergency Landing in South Carolina In a startling aviation incident,…
21 Juveniles Charged With Making School Threats in South Carolina Amid mounting concerns over the…
Uncensored America to Sue University of South Carolina Over Funding Denial Story Summary Sean Semanko…
Patchy Fog and Cloudy Skies Set the Scene for Greenwood's New Democratic Headquarters Greenwood, SC…