Enoch Dickerson

{"skills":"Servant Leadership, Problem Solving, negotiations, outreach and community involvement","achievements":" Fiscal Responsibility Completed seven audits in three years to restore the financial stability of Lincolnville and repair the damage caused by past administrations. Paid off more than $215,000 in past due bills left by the previous administration, restoring financial stability and making Lincolnville eligible for federal, state, and private funding. Balanced budgets with greater transparency in town operations. Negotiated with town's service providers to lower and waive late fees the town accrued during the past administration Public Safety Purchased a brand-new fire truck in 2022. Expanded the Fire Department fleet with a mini-pumper, brush truck, and other vehicles in 2023 and 2024 using $275,000 USDA grant Infrastructure & Town Facilities Renovated the Charles Ross Municipal Complex with a new roof, ramp, railings, reseal parking lot, new security system, new computers, and communication upgrades. Renovated Town Hall Kitchen with commercial stove, refrigerator and sink Replace icemaker in the fire station Replaced fencing around the ballfield and dugout Repaired and resurfaced roads including Thomas, Pinckney, Pine, Calhoun, Nash and Slidel Streets. Lincoln Ave was resurfaced with rumble strips for 3.5 miles for citizen optimum safety Advanced sidewalk projects through the SMART Street Grant. Currently working with Charleston County and North Charleston sewer district to eliminate the use of septic tanks for residents. Obtained a $1.5 million grant from the SC Resolving Fund to replace water lines Community Growth & Development Partnered with Hunter Quinn Homes to construct 122 single and multi -family homes by 2025. Oversaw development of subdivisions and new housing, with three annexations into town limits in 2023. Hired a commercial building inspector and strengthened collaboration with regional developers. Services for Families & Children Secured $481,000 from the American Rescue Plan to support the renovation of Town Hall for expanded community use. Hosted Back-to-School events that have served more than 1,000 students and community members with school supplies, food, resources, and family activities. Improved playgrounds with new fencing, equipment, and a ribbon-cutting reopening ceremony. Beautification & Community Pride Launched the Town Beautification Project, which includes adding palm trees, removing junked areas, installing new town signs, and manicured landscaping throughout Lincolnville. Installed American flags and improved lighting at town entrances. Hosted the first Lincolnville Christmas Parade in 26 years and brought back the May Day Festival for the first time in decades, restoring beloved community traditions. Expanded community events including tree lightings, Easter Egg Hunts, and public safety fairs. Heritage & History Secured Lincolnville’s addition to the Reconstruction Era National Historic Network, opening opportunities for federal funding. Partnered with the Lincolnville Preservation & Historical Society on genealogy workshops, cultural lectures, and town heritage events. Community Support & Partnerships Partnered with the Community Resource Center to provide food, school supplies, hygiene products, and essential services. Worked with the South Carolina Low Income Household Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP) and local agencies to help families manage water bills. Increased salaries for all town employees by an average of 35 percent as of July 2022 to ensure all Lincolnville staff has a living wage.","responsibility":"Under Mayor Dickerson's leadership, Lincolnville has seen a revitalization of its public safety department, renovation of town’s facilities, introduction of green spaces, reconciling town’s finances and a substantial increase of housing developments throughout the community. In 2022, Lincolnville was recognized by the National Parks Service as a historical site, a prestigious honor for the town. Mayor Dickerson's efforts have not only significantly improved the quality of life in Lincolnville but have also placed it on the map as a leading example of how small towns can innovate and thrive while staying true to their rich historical roots."}

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