April 22, 2009

Gills Creek Watershed Association Host Public Meeting

The Gills Creek Watershed Association is hosting a public meeting on Thursday April 30, 2009 from 6:30-8pm at the Forest Acres Council Chambers (5205 N. Trenholm Rd). The purpose of this meeting is to present the draft watershed management plan. There will a presentation from 7:00-7:30, with opportunities to learn more details and ask questions one-on-one about the plan, both before and after the presentation. Residents, non-profits, businesses and other community partners are invited to attend. They will be encouraged to provide feedback on the plan and will be given opportunities to become more involved with the Gills Creek Watershed Association.

Comments may be made at the meeting or can be mailed or faxed to:
Richland County Conservation District
ATTN: Hugh Caldwell
2020 Hampton Street, 3rd Floor
PO BOX 192
Columbia, SC 29202
(803) 576-2088 (fax)

Comments must be received by Friday, May 1st 2009 to be considered in the Final Plan.

For questions regarding this event or to receive a copy of the Draft Gills Creek Watershed Management Plan please contact Jessica Artz at 803-727-8326 or by e-mail at jartz@environ.sc.edu or visit www.gillscreekwatershed.com.