Why Redistricting? Why Now?
After the 2020 Census, we can set up our community to build long-term power for better schools, environmental protections, truly affordable housing, police accountability, and more. The results of the once-a-decade census can require changes to districts at every level of government, from school boards to Congress. The line-drawing process following the Census determines how we’ll choose our elected officials for the next ten years.
“South Carolina has a Black
population of around 30%.
We should have more than
one person of color
representing us.”
Open Letter to County Council on Redistricting
“During your January 2022 meeting, I spoke to County Council requesting public and open sessions regarding redistricting, and to genuinely receive public input in public meetings. Disappointingly, only Councilman Monier Abusaft responded and held a public input session on February 10, 2022 at the TK Gregg Community Center for his District One. During that session, the County Assistant Administrator Kevin Stiens presented the proposed County maps…”
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A More Collective Community Voice
Ability to Have More Impact
Power of Collective Public Pressure
Volume of the Public Microphone
Reduce Efforts to Divide and Conquer Community
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Create Community Redistricting criteria
Remember there are NO guidelines/Regulations
Determine what factors are key for your community
Set a timeline and process for public input
Engage local elected office holders
Provide Input for new district Lines
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December 2022 – SC Counties Started
January 2023- Address Councils and School Boards
January 2023 – Develop Community Based Criteria, Begin regular meetings
February - March 2023- Draw New District Lines
March - June 2023 – Approval
To Learn More About Redistricting Please See Our Resources Below
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“During your January 2022 meeting, I spoke to County Council requesting public and open sessions regarding redistricting, and to genuinely receive public input in public meetings. Disappointingly, only Councilman Monier Abusaft responded and held a public input session on February 10, 2022 at the TK Gregg Community Center for his District One. During that session, the County Assistant Administrator Kevin Stiens presented the proposed County maps…”Read Full Letter
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