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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Charleston public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Mountaineer Food Bank takes over West Side ARPA project
The food bank takes over the old Save A Lot building at 748 Virginia Street West for a volunteer headquarters and possible distribution center. Two councilmembers voted no, saying West Side residents get organizations whose plans change after the fact.
Downtown BID Lighting Improvement Project
New pedestrian-focused black light fixtures from Summer Street to Hale Street, funded mostly by the BID, CURA and a $252,000 state grant. The lights include electrical outlets for special event lighting and artwork. Design is complete and ready to bid.
Downtown Business Improvement District fees
The City Center BID keeps its assessment rate unchanged for another year and runs a $1.27 million budget mostly from grants, including a downtown lighting project about to go out to bid.