Hampton Station Train Blockages

At a glance

• What: Trains blocking access to Hampton Station, where a local business operates.
• Where it stands: One speaker raised it on August 10, 2026; no action.

August 10, 2026

• Barry Heffron, owner of The K9 Shop at Hampton Station, said trains block access to the center and asked that alternate-route directions be publicized.
• Councilmember DeWorken noted that Columbia has been working to manage trains in its city and suggested Greenville look at its efforts.

Sources

• City Council formal meeting minutes, August 10, 2026: https://greenvillesc.api.civicclerk.com/v1/Meetings/GetMeetingFileStream(fileId=5122,plainText=false)

Log

2026-08-10 - City Council Formal Meeting

Public comment and a suggestion from Councilmember DeWorken to study Columbia's approach. No action.