(October 16, 2024) Columbia, SC – The Central Midlands Regional Transit Authority (The COMET) has added dates to its series of community meetings with their new Executive Director/CEO, Maurice Pearl in partnership with the Richland Library. Updates on the Richland Penny will also be featured. The remaining dates and times are scheduled:
- Thursday, October 17 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Richland Library Edgewood
- Thursday, October 24 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Richland Library Main
- Tuesday, October 29 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Facebook Live/YouTube (Virtual) at
@CatchTheCOMET
Highlights of the event include an introduction to Executive Director Pearl, his background and career, his favorite things about the Midlands, and his vision for moving The COMET into the future. The presentation will be followed by a Q&A session with the attendees.
Maurice Pearlbrings more than 20 years of public transit experience with a strong operational background highlighting safety and labor relations. He holds Master of Public Administration and Bachelor of Science-Political Science degrees from the University of Southern Indiana.
###