Charleston District Three Councilmember Jim McBride will be hosting a town hall on Johns Island Thursday evening to engage with residents and discuss important local issues. The public event will take place at the KJ’s shopping center, located at the corner of Maybank Highway and Bohicket Road, starting at 6:30 p.m. and lasting approximately an hour and a half.
Topics of Discussion
During the town hall, Councilmember McBride plans to address several key topics affecting the Johns Island community, including:
- Hurricane Preparation: Discussing strategies and resources for residents to be ready for potential storms.
- Improving Maybank Highway: Talking about improvements to one of the island’s main thoroughfares to enhance safety and traffic flow.
- Johns Island Recreation Center: Addressing the development and enhancement of the recreation center to better serve the community.
- Trident Emergency Room: Discussing the availability and improvement of emergency services on Johns Island.
Councilmember Jim McBride’s Background
McBride, who was elected in November 2023 and sworn into office in January 2024, has been an active resident of Johns Island since 2021, living there with his family. As a newly-elected councilmember, McBride aims to be accessible to the public and responsive to the needs of the community he represents.
This town hall offers a valuable opportunity for Johns Island residents to voice their concerns and learn about ongoing efforts to improve the area. McBride’s willingness to engage directly with the public highlights his commitment to ensuring that local issues are addressed effectively.
