LSCOG seeks solutions from public on transportation plan

A regional transportation survey is kicking off today, gathering insights from the travelling public about individual travel behaviors and the level of satisfaction with infrastructure and transportation services across six counties. The survey is being fielded by the Lower Savannah Council of Governments (LSCOG) as part of its 2040 Long-Range Transportation Plan project.

The purpose of the 2040 Long-Range Transportation Plan project is to set priorities for federal dollar spending on transportation projects in the region by assessing existing conditions, forecasting mobility needs of the region’s population 20 years into the future and capturing the vision and goals of the community. The information gathered will be incorporated into the decision-making process as short-term and long-term mobility solutions are evaluated.

The online survey is available today through August 1, 2019 at the following link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/LSCOGTransportationSurvey 

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About Lower Savannah Council of Governments: Lower Savannah Council of Governments is a regional quasi-governmental organization serving Aiken, Allendale, Bamberg, Barnwell, Calhoun and Orangeburg counties. The organization strives to improve the quality of life for residents and create a sustainable future for the Lower Savannah Region.

LSCOG hosts public meetings for Long-Range Transportation Plan

NOTE: The May 23 meeting in Aiken has been rescheduled to May 30.

LSCOG hosts public kick-off meetings for Long-Range Transportation Plan

Discussions regarding the region’s transportation systems to be held at three locations in the month of May.

The Lower Savannah Council of Governments (LSCOG) will host three public meetings in the month of May to discuss the 2040 Long-Range Transportation Plan. The meetings will be open to the public between 5:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. and include a brief presentation at 5:30 p.m. All three meetings are identical in content. The dates and meeting locations are as follows:

Thursday, May 16

Barnwell County Public Library, Conference Room

40 Burr Street, Barnwell, SC 29812

Wednesday, May 22

Mellichamp Elementary School, Cafeteria

350 Murray Road SW, Orangeburg, SC 29115

Thursday, May 23

Aiken County Government Center, Sandlapper Room

1930 University Parkway, Aiken, SC 29801

During the meetings, the LSCOG and study team members will provide information on the 2040 Long-Range Transportation Plan study process, existing conditions and ways to stay informed about the plan process. Attendees will also be able to provide input on traffic flow, safety, bicycle and pedestrian systems, transit services and more. Exhibits will be on display and study team representatives will be available to answer questions. Comment cards will be distributed at the meetings and the public will be encouraged to participate in an online survey available at www.lscog.org following the events.

In addition to the public meetings in May, comments can be e-mailed to acoffey@lscog.org. Comments can also be mailed to: LSCOG, Attn: Anna Coffey, PO Box 850, Aiken, SC 29802.

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About Lower Savannah Council of Governments: Lower Savannah Council of Governments is a regional quasi-governmental organization serving Aiken, Allendale, Bamberg, Barnwell, Calhoun and Orangeburg counties. The organization strives to improve the quality of life for residents and create a sustainable future for the Lower Savannah Region.

New runs for BFE

The Best Friend Express (BFE) is adding two new runs to the existing RED Route beginning September 4, 2018, and will celebrate by offering free fares to all passengers on all of the BFE routes Sept 4th thru Sept. 14th (Mon-Fri).

The Best Friend Express (BFE) is a public transportation system serving much of Aiken County. The BFE offers 3 routes including the BLUE Route operating in the North Augusta area; the GREEN Route operating in Aiken and traveling out to Graniteville and Langley; and the RED Route which travels from the Northside of Aiken down through the Whiskey Rd corridor. Adding 12:30 & 4:30 pm runs will offer a total of 5 opportunities for passengers to ride the RED Route. Both the BLUE and the GREEN Routes already offer 5 runs each Mon-Fri.

“It is wonderful to now offer parity between all the Routes. We think this will allow more riders not only a chance to shop, but also offer retail and hospitality employees more flexibility with their work schedule,” says Rhonda Mitchell, Transit Manager with the Lower Savannah Council of Governments (LSCOG), the federal grantee for the transit system.

Fares are $2.00 per trip, with free transfers among the routes for a single trip. Fares are less for students, seniors, or persons with disabilities. Call LSCOG transportation 803-508-7033 for questions or to be mailed a schedule. Further transit details available at www.bestfriendexpress.com.