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Committee approves up to $240,000 county contribution for Daufuskie resurfacing; proposal total higher
Summary
Committee approved a motion to set a county contribution ceiling of $240,000 toward resurfacing work on Daufuskie Island, where a contractor proposal returned at about $2.276 million because of logistics; Public Works committed at least $30,000 toward the total cost.
The Transportation Committee voted July 17 to authorize a one‑time county contribution ceiling of $240,000 to support resurfacing work on Daufuskie Island, including section(s) in front of the fire station at Old Haig Point. Staff said contractor logistics and material transport raised the estimate; the proposal returned at $2,276,300.
Bridal explained the specific logistical factors that drove up the cost and said Public Works has committed at least $30,000 and may contribute more depending on its budget. Chairman Gordon moved to approve a $240,000 county ceiling with Public Works covering any overruns; the motion was seconded and carried.
Why it matters: Daufuskie Island’s road condition affects emergency‑service vehicles and island access; resurfacing there is costlier than on the mainland because of transport logistics.
Next steps: Staff will proceed with contracting actions within the authorized funding ceiling and coordinate with Public Works for any additional contributions or overruns.
