Editorial: Dorchester County makes a meaningful move to protect the upper Ashley River

Just as Berkeley County recently leapt at an important park opportunity near Daniel Island before finalizing its approach to spending new conservation and park dollars, Dorchester County has made a similar move near the Ashley River. And like the Berkeley purchase, the Dorchester decision is a smart one. 

County Council's recent $9 million purchase of a 110-acre tract just upriver from its popular new Ashley River Park marks its first big decision in the wake of voters' 2022 approval of a sales tax extension that not only will raise money for roadwork but also will set aside $35 million for greenbelts, including new parks and conservation deals.

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