Senator Glenn McConnell of Charleston wrote a letter to the Legislative Audit Council asking for an audit of Charleston’s Patriots Point. The historic museum, which recently borrowed $9 million to repair one of its warships, the USS Laffey, is still struggling financially. McConnell says Patriots Point has become overcome by its disabilities.
Patriots Point Executive Director Dick Trammell responded to McConnell’s letter.
Audio: Patriots Point Executive Director Dick Trammell (7:12)
I welcome the audit. There are a number of issues to be dealt with a Patriots Point. When you are looking at the maintenance of the ships, the development that could potentially take place here. And, I think the audit is welcomed here. [Read more...]







