Commissioners Unveil Beautification Plan for Richland County building Lawn

The Richland County Commissioners on Tuesday unveiled their beautification plan for the front lawn of the Richland County Administration building. The plan includes the planting of 16 new trees, improved lighting, additional sidewalks and various plants, along with the new Gold Star Family Memorial Monument.

A Sunset Vigil was held last Friday on the Richland County Courthouse Lawn to protest the removal of the trees from the lawn.The organizers of the event were unhappy with the removal of the trees, which the Richland County Commissioners decided to do for pedestrian safety. The Commissioners felt the trees could have become an issue during a storm or high winds.