CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – With a projected 45,000 new residents moving to Cainhoy, Wando, and Huger over the next 10 years, community members are concerned about how the areas will change due to the rapid growth.
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A community forum addressing the concerns is planned by community member Wade Malloch, focusing on the preservation of the freshwater wetlands, limiting permitted saltwater docks, and preserving historic sites.
All three areas are connected by one road, being Clements Ferry Road, which is already plagued by traffic issues.
Several elected officials are confirmed to be attending and presenting at the forum at the City, County, and State levels:
- Boyd Gregg, City of Charleston Council member.
- Duane Lewis, Berkeley County Sheriff.
- Larry Grooms, State Senator.
- Mark Smith, State Representative.
- Johnny Cribb, Berkeley County Supervisor.
- Jarrod Brooks, Berkeley County Council member.
- The South Carolina Department of Transportation.
- Torrey Sanders, Coastal Conservation League.
The forum will take place on March 30 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Phillip Simmons Elementary School in the Multi-Purpose Room…