SUMMERVILLE, S.C. (WCSC) — The town of Summerville is moving to take control of West Richardson Avenue from the South Carolina Department of Transportation, citing ongoing safety and maintenance concerns.
West Richardson Avenue, the main gateway into Summerville from the west, could soon be maintained by the town. SCDOT is currently responsible for it and most roadways in town.
“The residents along that corridor are really concerned about the safety of their neighbors; they’ve had instances where folks have had accidents. There’s also a park along that corridor, so safety has been a huge concern,” Mayor of Summerville Russ Touchberry said…