Charleston, S.C. 2019 – SELECT has entered the ride-sharing market.
We are pleased to offer “Our Low-country” the latest in innovative
transportation technology.
Key Features of the SELECT application include:
No Surges – 24/7 pricing
Upfront pricing
Support Local
Practice “Fair Trade”
Trusted Support 24/7
SELECT was started in 2019 as a Transportation Network Company (also
called ‘Ride-sharing’). We knew to make an impact in the digital world
would require an excellent product. We had the technology to enter but
something was still missing….
Local Partnership – We are completely sold on our transportation
business connection. Decades of experience become ours overnight!
Keeping the money in ‘The Lowcountry” is paramount. After all, this is
our home!
We bring that emphasis with every ride you SELECT – Charleston’s Ride-Sharing APP.
CHARLESTON, SC – February 27, 2019 – Charleston Acceleration Academy (CAA) hosted a ribbon cuttingceremony at their new academy on Trident Technical College’s Thornley Campus (7000 Rivers Avenue, NorthCharleston) on Friday, February 22, 2019.
The luncheon, featuring guest speaker, The Honorable Nancy Mace,State Representative District 99 offered attendees the chance to visit their next generation high school classrooms to learn more about the program. Nearly 80 Charleston community members attended and had the opportunity to speak with Graduation Candidates at the site and learn about about a day in the life of a GC.
Over 4,500 high school-aged students in Charleston County are not enrolled in traditional high schools due to a variety of factors: the need to work for economic mobility, a lack of transportation or resources to attend school and care giving responsibilities for dependents. CAA is part of the nationally accredited Acceleration Academies Network that provides students who have disengaged from their school districts an innovative approach to graduation and post-secondary options.
CAA is re-defining the traditional high school experience through a charter school hybrid model that leverages both technology and social emotional supports to create a personalized learning pathway for every student. The academic model optimizes opportunities for students through access to their coursework online both day and night. The anywhere and anytime blended learning approach is supported in-person at brick and mortar academy sites by licensed teachers, tutors, career and life coaches. Students are provided in-person rigorous academic support and coaching to guide their online course completion and journey to graduation.
“We encourage businesses, community and church leaders, law enforcement and parents to encourage students to seek our help,” says Nadine Deif, Charleston Acceleration Academy Board Chair. “Our job is to help the youth become high school graduates and find a career path that’s right for them.”Through partnership with Trident Technical College (TTC), CAA will now offer every eligible student dual enrollment courses and the opportunity to apply for apprenticeships at TTC as they embark on their college and career path and build a bright future.“We are delighted to partner with CAA in providing educational opportunities that will position these students for academic and professional success,” said Melissa Stowasser, assistant vice president of community partnerships at Trident Tech. “Our shared mission is to provide them with a path toward upward economic mobility and the fulfillment of their dreams.”
Acceleration Academies currently operates sites throughout Florida, South Carolina and Washington State. The program has graduated over 460 students since2014, and is currently serving over 1,200 graduation candidatesnationwide. For more information about the program, visit www.accelerationacademy.org or call 872-529-5115.
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Trident Technical College is a public two-year community college that provides quality education and promotes economicdevelopment in Berkeley, Charleston and Dorchester counties. An open-door institution of higher education, the collegeserves approximately 12,000 curriculum students who have a wide variety of educational goals, from personal enrichment tocareer development to university transfer. TTC further promotes economic development through continuing educationcourses; customized training for business, industry and government; and a variety of employment training programs.
Last week, there was an targeted active shooter at 3 PM on a
Friday at the Northwoods Mall
Tonight, there was an active shooter in Huger as well as a
shooting at the Citadel Mall parking lot.
While getting my haircut, one of the stylist walked outside
and witnessed an accident in the parking lot.
On the “I Love Folly Beach” Facebook group, whose mission is love, acceptance and good will, a member posted the mug shot of the now infamous Folly Gras girl and his choice of words were a little less generous. Is that respectful or just a cowardly way to get a few second of fame. In some circles, that is slander.
A pedestrian was hit on Maybank Boulevard on January 29 and one on Rivers Avenue, February 27th; both dead.
So what happened?
The immediate comments will naturally be to blame the
Northerners and forcibly tell them to go home.
The issue there is, Charleston praises its annual Conde Nast award and
welcomes the new residents and tourism explosion. Northern money is fueling much of the
development. And growth as well.
We find ourselves at a crossroads
Once again, the question remains, what happened to true
Southern values in the Lowcountry. The
genuine smiles, welcoming generosity, the tip your hat and bow approach to
chivalry? It is certainly not a question
that will be answered with one article or many comments fueled more by emotion
than rationale.
Change is Upon Us
Change does have its setbacks as well as its advantages. Change is not just an evolution of new
development, higher class shopping and dining, but an introduction of new
ideas, new ways of thinking, new approaches to conducting life and business and
most importantly, cultural change.
It is part of the package and the part that so may have
resisted. Cultural change is bringing
alternative lifestyles, diversity, ethnicity and a real shot at the Southern
establishment.
The culture is changing.
No amount pushback will change that.
We got the merry go round moving and there is no sign of stopping.
Growth
Gentrification
Price increases
Pressures on traffic
Pressures on cost of living
Increased tourism
Diversity
Increased violence
The quiet and simple Southern world that Charleston became in
its post-Civil War rebirth is now undergoing a renaissance.
Are you willing to accept it and how can we maintain a
balance between the new Charleston and the traditional Southern values?
That is the debate we should bring to the spotlight.
The answer isn’t black and white, nor is the blame.
It is easy to simplify this and blame the unwelcome new
residents or the government greed allowing the expansion and growth to go
without limits, but we all have a responsibility. We all have a roll in the direction we go.
Does Charleston Have
the Will to Fight?
Charleston is not known for organized protest. It is known for recreation. We choose a beach and mimosa over a sign and
a march. That is who we are. We hide behind social media and fret our grievances
to whomever will listen, but we aren’t organized to bring positive change.
At the end of the day, we must come to accept our culture is
evolving and the only way to slow it down or retain the “way it was”, is to take
action; structured and collective action.
We each have a small voice, but together, we can move
mountains.
CHARLESTON — Real estate developer IBG Partners, LLC officially announced Brown-Glaws Construction as the builder for The Landing at St. John’s Yacht Harbor, a new luxury condominium project on the Stono River between James and Johns Island. The Landing will be built adjacent to the existing marina, St. John’s Yacht Harbor.
The announcement was celebrated with a lowcountry oyster
roast, where real estate brokers and clients alike were in
attendance. The event was hosted by developer, IBG Partners, LLC and
Daniel Ravenel Sotheby’s International Realty, the exclusive listing broker for
the project. Guests were treated to live jazz music, an open bar,
oysters by John Laroche, an on-site lift to experience the unparalleled vistas and
an introduction to the builder, Brown-Glaws Construction.
The Sales Center was also open during the event showcasing
displays, kitchen and bath vignettes with authentic finishes and appointments,
and a virtual reality representation of the residences. The
Landing’s unique location, with beautiful river views and sunset, added to the
festive atmosphere and provided a pristine backdrop for the launch.
“We are impressed by and excited about the build. IBG Partners, LLC invited us in during the design phase, which has produced plans that exceed expectations for coastal durability and modern comforts and conveniences. We’re thrilled to be on the team.” Said Cameron Glaws of Brown-Glaws Construction.
A primary goal of architect Bello Garris was to design an
“intimate Lowcountry community in which literally every residence has
spectacular waterfront views”. The master plan calls for a total of
54 condominium units in nine 4-story buildings. Each building will
contain six spacious residences atop a secured parking garage, offering two
assigned parking spaces and private storage for each residence. With
approximately 1,800 square feet of living space, including 180 square feet of
covered outdoor living space.
Local interior designer, Chase Harrigan, curated the
interior finishes of the residences bringing her sophisticated style to the
project. Each unit includes 3 bedrooms, 2 ½ bathrooms, 10 foot
ceilings, an open “great room,” gourmet kitchen with white quartz counter tops,
luxury appliances, and Carrera marble bathrooms. The large covered balcony with
IPE wood flooring and ceiling fans highlights the exquisite waterscape and
marshlands.
“If you are looking to own a new luxury waterfront
condominium in a location central to downtown Charleston, Kiawah, and two
airports, then this is your opportunity” says Dan Ravenel, President and CEO of
Daniel Ravenel Sotheby’s International Realty.
Ravenel points out that The Landing at St. Johns Yacht
Harbor provides an opportunity to own the future, as these residences can be
purchased in advance and customized by the buyer. Introductory pricing
for Building One is starting at $925,000 with a $15,000 buyer incentive towards
the purchase of a boat slip with a condominium. Boat slips for condo purchasers range from 30′ to 78′ with prices
for wet slips starting at $38,000 and lift slips starting at $75,000 before
incentives.
Ravenel continues, “This project will establish a new level for waterfront living in the Lowcountry with quick access by boat or car to downtown Charleston, area beaches, waterfront dining, and award-winning golf courses. We also anticipate that downsizing empty-nesters, second-home buyers and international investors will gravitate toward The Landing at St. Johns Yacht Harbor. The Landing will also offer an alternative to Kiawah and Seabrook for owners who may want a luxury waterfront experience closer to Charleston.”
For more information contact the sales team at Daniel
Ravenel Sotheby’s International Realty. The Sales Center, located at 2408 Maybank Hwy, is open Monday through Friday from 11am
to 3pm and other times by appointment. The sales team can be reached by
email at info@thelandingatstjohns.com
or by phone at 843-638-9500.
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The Landing at St. Johns
development is being managed by IBG Partners, LLC (http://www.IBGPartners.com) a development firm
with over 25 years’ experience in luxury residential communities in both
Charleston and Washington, D.C. IBG’s Charleston resume includes the
prestigious River Reach at Remley’s Point in Mt. Pleasant and Rushland
Plantation on Johns Island.
About Daniel Ravenel Sotheby’s
International Realty (http://www.DanielRavenelSIR.com)
– For more than 30 years, Daniel Ravenel Sotheby’s International Realty, has
been marketing, representing, and selling fine luxury homes in the Charleston
area. Daniel Ravenel Sotheby’s International Realty is located at 33 Broad Street,
Downtown. For additional information, please contact 843-723-7150.
The Sotheby’s International Realty network currently has approximately 21,000 affiliated independent sales associates located in over 900 offices in 68 countries and territories worldwide. Each office is independently owned and operated. (http://www.SIR.com)
Why
do most corporate or personal brands fail in this ever evolving and explosive
medium of social branding and marketing?
Quite simply high volume and low quality. We all have that deep sub-conscious that
reminds us that we must remain relevant.
With that constant pressure, you feel that need to have content every
day and often several times a day.
Image, video, Snap, IG, FB, Live….Oh my.
That
spells a recipe for disaster every time.
Taylor
Swift was named the most influential
Twitter Handle of 2018 and here is the most shocking fact, she sent 13 tweets
all year. Clearly, it is not about
volume or frequency of content, but quality, relevancy and believability of the
brand or individual. Of course Taylor is
an extreme example being a super celebrity, but the same principle applies in
the business community.
Effective
brand, first and foremost, is based on trusting the content and the people
behind it and building a safe and collaborative environment of mutual respect. Once that is established, the key to
successful growth around that foundation are the 3 “C’s”: Creativity, collaboration and conscientious.
3 “C” Breakdown
Creativity: One that can drive a person to insanity is
routine. In fact, the definition of
insanity is repeating the same behavior over and over and expecting a different
result. If your social framework is built
around the same images, core content and messaging, you will lose your audience
faster than you gained them. Don’t
overextend your platform visibility, learn all the ways you can communicate and
diversify your content, imagery and video.
For each and every piece of content or comments, ask yourself the
following questions first:
Is this relevant to my audience?
Am I am respecting the feelings and
values of my audience?
Is there quality in my content?
Is this exciting and refreshing?
If you can answer yes to at least 3 of those 4 questions, you will most likely put out content with meaning and provide a positive ROI.
A
monthly social media calendar can assist in seeing the big picture of how you
design, prepare and later execute and measure against that content.
Collaboration: Social is not a one way street, though most
feel that way. Learn from your
customers; don’t just overwhelm them. If
you sell a product or service, or even yourself (ex: model), your sub-conscious
leads you to force out one-sided content.
Remember that your customers want to feel like part of your
community. They want to add value, not
just as consumers, but brand ambassadors.
That is a critical piece of advice to remember. Communicate with them, listen to them and
incorporate that into your strategy.
Conscientious: Every word, every image, every opinion
is a reflection of yourself and your brand and it lingers for a long time, even
if removed from the public eye. Be very
careful not to cross the line between your “personal” values and the values of
your brand or company. That is a common
error of judgement where people act on emotional impulse and not subjective
well thought out behavior.
A
great example to hit home on the third “c” are holidays.
Holidays
are not a means to an end or even a requirement in the social arena. They are not a promotional opportunity to
push your products and services nor do you have a social obligation to acknowledge. Participating in the social chatter of a
holiday does in fact have a tremendous impact on how your followers see you.
If
you call out Martin Luther King Day, are you acknowledging the fight for civil
rights with unity, feel you have to support all demographics or acknowledging a
social obligation as a socially responsible business to put out content? It is a tricky question and even trickier set
of possible answers. For some, it is one
or more and for others, they don’t even know the answer. If a billion businesses, small, medium, large
or individual put out one tweet, what value does that serve? Also, it sets the tone you are a follower and
not a leader. It turns out there is a
lot more to think about when putting out a GIF saying Happy St. Patrick’s Day.
We
are fostering a trend of sensitivity in today’s world of instant content. For every tweet, there are potentially
millions that support and millions that disagree. You have to pro-actively anticipate that as
you structure your strategy to reduce the risk of negativity.
If
you follow the 3 “c” rule, you will have a high probability of success as you
built your brand and take it to new levels.
CHARLESTON, SC – Greystar Real Estate
Partners, a global leader in the investment, development, and management
of high-quality rental housing properties, together with its investment
partners APG Asset Management N.V., Bouwinvest Real Estate Investors,
and MIRA Real Estate, part of Macquarie Infrastructure and Real Assets
(MIRA), announced the first close of a Greystar-led China-focused fund
with US$450 million in equity commitments.
Greystar established its Asia-Pacific rental housing platform
(“Greystar Asia-Pac”) with MIRA Real Estate last year and is now joined
by APG Asset Management N.V. who intends to support the platform’s
rental housing strategy across the region. The platform combines the
partners’ substantial relationships and proven track record in the
region with Greystar’s deep rental housing expertise to serve as the
pre-eminent, vertically integrated owner, developer, and operator of
rental housing in Asia-Pacific.
The China-focused fund is the first within Greystar Asia-Pac. The
fund will invest in high-quality assets in top-tier Chinese markets with
an initial focus on Shanghai, owing to the city’s attractive rental
housing supply and demand fundamentals.
“China is an extraordinarily compelling growth market for rental
housing investment today and is notably lacking in quality housing for
the wave of renter demand driven by the rapid growth of urban market
populations and incomes,” said Wes Fuller, leader of Greystar’s global
Investment Management business. “Establishing this fund gives us an
early mover advantage to implement our unique investment strategy by
assembling and operating an unrivaled rental housing portfolio at
scale.”
“We are in the process of building a vertically integrated local team
with specialists in development, investment and operations unique in
this market. The team will be locally managed but supported by
Greystar’s global team, network, and capital,” said Charles Ma, Managing
Director for Greystar in China. “We will lead in professionalizing the
rental housing industry in China and are uniquely positioned to do so.
Our investment strategy will allow us to develop a significant rental
housing pipeline in China and grow our platform to realize the
tremendous opportunity we see in the region.”
Immediately following acceptance of the new capital commitments, the
partnership will close on the funds initial investment located in the
inner ring of Shanghai. Greystar’s plans include a comprehensive
repositioning program to configure the asset into a rental building
highly attractive for executives.
“APG is already a long-term investor in rented residential strategies
in both Europe and the U.S. We expect this sector to establish itself
very quickly as an institutional asset class throughout Asia-Pacific,”
said Graeme Torre, APG’s Head of Private Real Estate Asia-Pacific.
“Partnering with Greystar and Macquarie at the platform level provides
the ability for us to consider the sector on a regional basis. We also
see Greystar’s first-class operating capabilities combined with
like-minded investors such as APG and Bouwinvest as a distinct head
start to the first China development venture.”
“Bouwinvest has extensive experience investing in and managing rental
housing, both through our flagship fund in the Netherlands and our
international investments globally. This investment in the China
multifamily sector builds on that track record and is highly
complementary to our recent investment in a rental housing portfolio in
central Tokyo,” said Tjarko Edzes, Director for Asia-Pacific Investments
for Bouwinvest. “We are pleased to further expand our investment
exposure in the Asia-Pacific region, where Bouwinvest has recently
opened a local office. We are delighted to partner with both Greystar
and APG in this initial venture.
“There is a significant gap in the Asia-Pacific region for quality
rental housing provided by specialist managers. Having worked closely
with Greystar in the United States and United Kingdom over the last
decade, the opportunity to work together across Asia-Pacific and
introduce Greystar’s proven expertise and experience is highly
compelling,” said Brett Robson, Global Head of MIRA Real Estate. “We are
delighted to partner with Greystar, reflecting this being consistent
with our strategy of partnering with leading specialist operators around
the world.”
THA expands endorsement to include Credentialing, Recognizing the Full Value of Verge Health’s GRC Platform
Charleston, SC, February 21, 2019 — Verge Health, the healthcare industry’s leading governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) company, has been exclusively endorsed by the Texas Hospital Association as a partner to help Texas hospitals more efficiently and effectively manage risk to achieve safer outcomes. THA previously endorsed the majority of Verge Health’s Converge Platform and has now expanded that endorsement to include Credentialing, encompassing the entire platform.
The Converge Platform integrates practitioner management, patient and
employee safety, and organizational compliance uniting previously
siloed departments, data, and processes. A key benefit of the company’s
Credentialing module is that it connects with other modules across the
platform giving organizations a more expansive and detailed view of risk
across the enterprise and bringing them closer to achieving high
reliability.
Verge Health’s Credentialing offering pairs software and services,
including credentialing services, privilege management, and an
integrated practitioner application. The capability to manage the payer
enrollment process and incorporate practitioner performance data creates
a turnkey practitioner management tool.
“Getting each provider credentialed, and then making sure they are
enrolled in every health plan for every location where they practice
within a health system, is a cumbersome process, to put it mildly,” says
Chris Malanuk, President and Executive over Practitioner Management for
Verge Health. “Our integrated solution brings safety, enrollment and
credentialing together with an improved and efficient process for
practitioners and health systems.”
Verge Health’s Credentialing offering was recognized in the recent 2019 Best in KLAS: Software and Services report, as the #1 Category Leader for Credentialing. This is the first year Credentialing has been included in the Best of KLAS report after 2018’s inaugural “Credentialing 2018 Options Abound”
report, in which, of all participating vendors, Verge Health was highly
rated by its customers for Primary-Source Verification &
Privileging Management.
“Texas hospitals need a reliable solution to manage credentials
without repetitious steps or costly downtime. The Verge integrated
solution has been a part of the THA Endorsed partner portfolio for many
years. While technology offers the promise for even more efficiency in
the credentialing process, Verge has remained steadfast and reliable
solution for Texas hospitals,” said Lance Lunsford, President and CEO of
THA HealthShare.
About Verge Health
Founded in 2001, Verge Health is a healthcare Governance, Risk, and
Compliance company offering software and services. Verge Health enables
healthcare organizations to proactively protect and defend patients,
caregivers, and frontline staff, against errors, adverse events, and
policy violations. With over 900 facilities and 500,000 active users,
the company’s Converge Platform delivers robust analytics, a
comprehensive operational solution, and support for organizations
working towards high reliability. Learn more at: https://www.vergehealth.com.
About THA
Founded in 1930, the Texas Hospital Association is the leadership
organization and principal advocate for the state’s hospitals and health
care systems. Based in Austin, THA enhances its members’ abilities to
improve accessibility, quality and cost-effectiveness of health care for
all Texans. One of the largest hospital associations in the country,
THA represents 452 of the state’s non-federal general and specialty
hospitals and health care systems, which employ some 369,000 health care
professionals statewide. Learn more about THA at www.tha.org or follow
THA on Twitter at http://twitter.com/texashospitals.
ISLE OF PALMS, S.C.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Construction is underway to expand Wild Dunes Resort, the acclaimed 1,600-acre oceanfront resort on South Carolina’s Isle of Palms, with the development of a 153-room boutique hotel, new meeting and event space and an array of amenities. The architectural design of the resort additions will complement the existing AAA Four Diamond rated 93-room Boardwalk Inn and The Village at Wild Dunes guestrooms and suites to offer exceptional accommodations and a memorable resort experience, conveniently located just 30 minutes from historic downtown Charleston.
“The new hotel and amenities at Wild Dunes builds on the attributes of this world-class property and allows us to offer a captivating new first-class hotel and meeting experience which will take advantage of the Charleston area’s continued growth,” said Frank Fredericks, managing director of Wild Dunes Resort.
The new hotel at Wild Dunes, designed in a graceful arc overlooking a new pool and new freestanding restaurant, will provide a relaxed yet elegant environment, welcoming guests with a sweeping porte cochere. The new hotel is located adjacent to The Village at Wild Dunes and retail plaza that was added to the resort in 2008. The expansion will bring a host of new facilities to the resort including an 8,000-square-foot ballroom and a 3,000-square-foot ocean view rooftop event space with an outdoor deck offering panoramic ocean views. The new meeting and event space will allow the resort to welcome larger groups of up to 650 attendees. The bright and spacious lobby will offer a bar and lounge for beverages and light fare. Wild Dunes’ existing pool deck will be extended to include a new pool and an upscale casual poolside café. An expansive new spa with 14 treatment rooms and premier fitness center will also be added.
As part of the expansion, Resort access will be reconfigured to create an exclusive, secure entrance for residents and a separate arrival entrance and welcome center for resort guests. The new hotel and amenities are anticipated to open in early 2021.
Wild Dunes Resort offers 2.5 miles of coastline, two Tom Fazio designed Championship golf courses, world-ranked tennis courts, the Boardwalk Inn hotel, vacation rental condominiums and luxury vacation homes. It currently features nine restaurants and cafes, 50,000-square-feet of indoor and outdoor meeting and function space, including the signature Grand Pavilion, fitness center and spa, and retail shops at The Village Plaza.
Wild Dunes Resort is jointly owned by Lowe and Third Palm Capital. Lowe acquired Wild Dunes Resort in 1990 following Hurricane Hugo, restored the Resort and has continued to expand and improve Wild Dunes over the past 28 years. Most recently, Lowe completed a three-year, $10 million renovation of the Boardwalk Inn, Links golf course and clubhouse, Grand Pavilion and Sweetgrass Pavilion event space. In 2018, Third Palm Capital joined Lowe as partner in the Resort to allow for continued improvements and expansion of the property.
About Wild Dunes Resort, A Destination Hotel
Nestled on the northern tip of Isle of Palms, a lush barrier island off the coast of South Carolina, Wild Dunes Resort, A Destination Hotel, is located 30 minutes from the charm and grace of historic Charleston. The Resort occupies 1,600 acres of oceanfront paradise with a variety of accommodations ranging from the AAA Four-Diamond Rated Boardwalk Inn and The Village at Wild Dunes to private condos and luxury home vacation rentals. Offering a year-round menu of championship golf, nationally-ranked tennis, award-winning recreation, spa services and restaurant options, Wild Dunes Resort has been distinguished by many publications and associations as a top destination for families, golfers, tennis lovers, and meeting and event planners. Visit Wild Dunes Resort online on Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.
A Berkeley-Charleston-Dorchester Council of Governments Program
CARTA CUTS RIBBON ON SOLAR-POWERED SHELTER MARKS COMPLETION OF FIRST PHASE OF LARGE-SCALE AMENITY EFFORT
CHARLESTON, S.C. (Feb. 19, 2019) – Today, the Charleston Regional TransportationAuthority (CARTA) cut
the ribbon on a new solar-powered shelter at the corner of Dorchester
Road and Purcell Drive in North Charleston. The event marked the final
installation in the first stage of a large-scale shelter and bench
project for the transit system.
Funding for eight shelters and 12 benches along the Dorchester and Ashley Phosphate Road corridors was made available via a $100,000 allocation facilitated by CARTA board member and former North Charleston City Council member Ed Astle when he still served on Council. CARTA staff leveraged the funds to obtain federal grants.
“This
area has long needed additional transit amenities, and I’m happy to
play an instrumental role, along with CARTA staff, in helping to make
that happen,” Astle said.
The
perforated steel shelters are equipped with solar batteries that keep
them illuminated at night. Their design allows for airflow on hot
Lowcountry days.
“These
shelters are located in the heart of our service area and will be used
by riders going to work, visiting the doctor and making trips to get
food,” said CARTA board chairman Mike Seekings. “Now those trips are
going to be well-lit, a little easier and a lot more convenient.”
CARTA
will continue with installations throughout its service area. More than
60 shelters and 40 benches will be installed as part of the program.
ABOUT CARTA The
Charleston Area Regional Transportation Authority (CARTA) is a public
transportation system dedicated to providing affordable transit in the
Charleston community through local fixed routes, on-demand paratransit
service, and express commuter routes. For the latest on CARTA, visit www.ridecarta.com, like us on Facebook or follow on Twitter at @RideCARTA. All customers are encouraged to plan rides and track buses with the CARTA-endorsed Transit app.
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