WHAT: The Columbia Empowerment Zone, Inc. (CEZ), alongside partners and elected officials from the State, County and City, will hold a press conference to announce the Bluff/Atlas Road Improvement Project. The proposed development is on a corridor that has a history of disinvestment and residents’ lack of access to fresh rood and health care. The development of the site will serve as a catalyst for community activity and as a gateway to Congaree National Forest. Furthermore, the new phased development will eliminate blight, enhance the Bluff/Atlas Road area and improve a main corridor into the City of Columbia. The development will include a market place that provides opportunities for entrepreneurs in the food service and artisan industry; farmers market; event venue; and green space. Partnership opportunities have been created to develop a federally qualified health center and government services facility. The health center will provide multiple health care services and the government services facility will serve the community.
WHO: Mayor Daniel Rickenmann, City Council members, City Manager Teresa Wilson, Columbia Empowerment Zone board members, City of Columbia officials/staff, Richland County Council members, Sheriff Leon Lott, Richland County officials/staff, State of SC Senate and Congressional Representatives, Congressman James Clyburn, Senator Darrell Jackson and community leaders.
WHERE: 3650 Bluff Rd. Columbia, SC 29209
WHEN: TOMORROW, February 8, 2024 at 1:00 pm
*Media Note
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