Palmetto CAP expands community board to add low-income representation

Palmetto Community Action Partnership is opening two new board seats for residents in Berkeley and Dorchester Counties to increase low-income representation and better inform services. Board meetings will be held every third Wednesday of the month.

Palmetto Community Action Partnership is opening two new board seats for residents of Berkeley and Dorchester Counties to increase low-income representation. The organization provides utility and rental assistance and says its work aims to build economic independence for residents. Leaders noted that hearing directly from people who live in and serve low-income communities helps the agency see needs more fully and shape programs. The board expansion also ties into Palmetto CAP’s regular community needs assessment to stay current with changing local conditions. Key details: - Two new seats are being added for residents in Berkeley and Dorchester Counties. - Palmetto CAP offers utility and rental assistance as part of efforts to build economic independence. - Officials said they are seeking individuals with direct experience serving, or who come from, low-income communities to provide firsthand insight. - Board meetings are scheduled every third Wednesday of the month. - Applications and the election location are reported as available through the organization’s materials. Summary: The expansion is intended to bring more resident perspective into board decisions so services and programs reflect local priorities. The organization is accepting applications and will hold an election, with regular monthly meetings on the third Wednesday.