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Enhancing transportation and improving quality of life for our citizens

01/14/2026

CONFIDENCE IN YOUR PENNY. Richland County prioritizes transparency around the expenditure of funds and progress on key projects of the Transportation Penny program.

To demonstrate this, County representatives speak at various community gatherings, including Neighborhood Council meetings, homeowners' association meetings and town halls, to provide updates on key Penny projects and areas of public interest.

Want an update on the progress of your Penny? Visit richlandpenny.com/public-education to request a speaker for your next meeting or event.

01/12/2026

Thanks to the you Transportation Penny, The COMET’s ridership has increased sharply, now reaching more than 2 million people annually. COMET riders enjoy direct access to work, food and health activities.

12/10/2025

PENNY PROGRESS 4 U. Project Principle 4 of the Transportation Penny program emphasizes the effect of infrastructure improvements on blighted areas. Earlier this year, work began on the Percival Road Sidewalk Project. This project will include a 5-foot-wide concrete sidewalk on one side of Percival, from Forest Drive to Decker Boulevard.

With initial work already done and 90 percent of a guardrail installed, the project is slated for completion in March 2026.

See more details at richlandpenny.com/percival-road-sidewalk/.

11/20/2025

ENABLING ECONOMIC ADVANCEMENT. Whether it’s designing and constructing a new roundabout to better accommodate business and residential traffic, or providing water lines, underground electric lines, paved entrances and parking lots for new industrial parks, your Transportation Penny supports economic development across the County.

To date, the Penny has contributed to more than 4,000 new or expanded businesses since its inception. Find out more at richlandpenny.com.

11/13/2025

CONVENIENCE + CONNECTIVITY. This morning, Richland County held a ribbon cutting ceremony for the completion of the Sunset Drive project, the latest infrastructure project funded by your Transportation Penny. Local leaders from Richland County and the City of Columbia including Council Chairwoman Jesica Mackey, Councilman Paul Livingston, City of Columbia Councilwoman Tina N. Herbert and Director of the Transportation Penny program Michael Maloney, all of provided remarks about the significance of the project for the residents of the North Columbia area.

With $5.2 million in upgrades, the project scope included construction of a 5-foot-wide sidewalk extending from River Drive to Elmhurst Road, which required improved stormwater infrastructure, relocation of water lines, installation of retaining and safety walls, and refurbishment of driveways connecting to the walk. The completed project now provides walkability, community connectivity, increased pedestrian safety, and improved quality of life for the area residents of Richland County District 4.

09/17/2025

PENNY PROGRESS. Stay current on the latest updates and improvements happening around the County. Subscribe to the monthly Transportation Penny Progress Report at richlandpenny.com/newsletter/

08/29/2025

CHAMPIONING THE COMET. Improved performance. Expanded routes. An accessible and safe transit experience. Richland County is dedicating 22 percent of Penny funding over the next 25 years to bolster upgrades to The COMET through COMET Enhancement Projects. Your Transportation Penny is transforming the County for the better.

Check out our progress at richlandpenny.com

08/05/2025

Motorists who use Blythewood Road in Northeast Richland should use caution because of ongoing road and highway projects. Following are Transportation Penny upgrades scheduled for the area:
Crews have begun work to relocate the exit road of University Parkway for the Cobblestone Park gated community near Blythewood Road. This work will continue through Aug. 27. Other detail work on the perimeter of the Blythewood Road roundabout will continue through September.

Around Friday, Aug. 15, crews will begin paving the center of the roundabout at the entrance of Cobblestone Park, shifting traffic. This work will continue through the end of August.

From Sept. 14 to Oct. 1, crews will install concrete islands on Community Road.

Ongoing work to widen the north end of Blythewood Road, including storm drain and drainage structure upgrades, and final paving work are set for completion at the end of September.

Because of other road upgrades in the area by the SC Department of Transportation and an increase in contractor traffic related to new construction at Scout Motors, motorists are advised to use alternative routes to lessen congestion and drivetime.

For more information, including maps, project details and anticipated road project start and end dates, visit the news page at www.richlandcountysc.gov

Find out more about SCDOT road projects: https://i77exit26.com/

07/22/2025

CONNECTING COMMUNITIES. Greenway developments, funded by the Transportation Penny program, serve to beautify wooded areas and create new connections between communities. The Jackson Creek Greenway, a proposed multi-use path that spans from North Trenholm Road Extension to Trenholm Road in Council District 3 is now being discussed at community meetings to get community input on impact and design aspects of the project. Check out this video to learn more of the details on this project.

Learn more at bit.ly/JacksonCreekGreenway

07/17/2025

NEW NAVIGATIONS. The Transportation Penny program is continuing its improve walkability and community connections. The latest effort is the proposed Jackson Creek Greenway Project in District 3.

Plan to attend the open house meeting and be a part of this project. The meeting begins at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, July 24, at the Richland County Magistrate Office community room, 2500 Decker Blvd., Columbia.

Learn more about this project at bit.ly/JacksonCreekGreenway

07/10/2025

PAVING THE WAY. Roadwork teams are gearing up to begin paving five dirt roads within Districts 7 and 10. Work will begin this month with all five roads scheduled to be completed in March 2026.

Paved roads require less maintenance, provide safer travel for residents, and better access for emergency service vehicles. This project, with over two miles of pavement, is budgeted at a cost of $3.2 million, funded by your Transportation Penny.

Watch this video tour of each location. Get more at bit.ly/PackageP

07/01/2025

THE POWER OF CHANGE. Your support for the 1% sales tax has funded and will continue to fund big changes for Richland County. From better, safer public transit to new infrastructure supporting economic development and new job opportunities, the Transportation Penny program is increasing the richness of Richland County. Stay up-to-date on our progress at www.RichlandPenny.com

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2020 Hampton Street
Columbia, SC
29204

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+18037665605

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http://www.richlandpenny.com/

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