Traffic and growth are reshaping District 44, but our infrastructure hasn’t kept up. Congestion, unsafe intersections, and overloaded systems are putting families at risk every day.

Katie Crosby believes growth should be planned, roads should be safe, and infrastructure should serve the people who live here, not leave communities stuck playing catch-up.

Planning Growth So Communities Aren’t Left Behind

District 44 is one of the fastest-growing areas in South Carolina, but growth without planning has consequences. Traffic congestion, overcrowded schools, and overworked utilities are the result of development that outpaces infrastructure.

Katie believes growth must be responsible and planned.

She will fight to:

• Require meaningful impact studies before large developments are approved

• Ensure growth pays for growth, including roads, schools, utilities, and public safety

• Give local communities a real voice in planning decisions

Smart growth protects families and preserves the quality of life.

Safer Roads and Smarter Traffic Solutions

Traffic in District 44 isn’t just frustrating - it’s dangerous. Outdated road designs, unprotected left turns, and poorly timed traffic signals are leading to crashes, backups, and delayed emergency response.

Katie supports:

• Protected turn lanes and safer intersections on high-traffic corridors like Hwy 521

• Data-driven traffic engineering based on safety and congestion, not politics

• Long-term road repairs that last, not temporary patches

Road safety is a public safety issue.

Designing Roads for Everyone

Our roads should work for everyone who uses them: drivers, pedestrians, cyclists, school buses, and first responders.

Katie will fight for:

• Sidewalks, crosswalks, and safe walking paths

• Bike lanes where appropriate

• Infrastructure that is accessible for seniors, people with disabilities, and families

Walkable, accessible communities reduce congestion and save lives.

School Transportation and Family Safety

School traffic spilling onto major highways creates dangerous conditions for students, parents, and commuters, especially when bus systems are underfunded.

Katie supports:

• Better funding for school buses and drivers

• Safer school access points and drop-off designs

• Transportation planning that accounts for school capacity and traffic patterns

Safe routes to school protect children and ease congestion for everyone.

Reliable Utilities and Emergency Readiness

Outdated power, water, and sewer systems are being pushed beyond their limits by rapid growth, increasing the risk of outages, service disruptions, and higher costs.

Katie will fight for:

• Infrastructure upgrades that keep utilities reliable and affordable

• Planning that anticipates growth before systems are overloaded

• Roads and drainage systems that allow first responders to reach emergencies quickly

Infrastructure is about safety, reliability, and preparedness.

Parks, Green Space, and Quality of Life

Infrastructure isn’t just roads and pipes, it’s also the spaces where families live, play, and connect.

Katie supports:

• Parks, green spaces, and safe outdoor areas for growing families

• Infrastructure planning that includes stormwater management and flood mitigation

• Protecting communities from flooding and costly emergency repairs

Healthy communities need room to breathe.

Accountability, Transparency, and Results

Taxpayer dollars should be spent where they are needed most, and infrastructure projects should come with clear timelines, transparency, and measurable outcomes.

Katie believes:

• Infrastructure decisions should prioritize safety and long-term value

• Funding should go toward solutions that work, not political favors

• Communities deserve accountability, not excuses

After decades of one-party control, it’s time for leadership that plans ahead and delivers results.