Write a 5-sentence piece that investigates how vandalism at the $11.9M Beaufort stormwater project affects schedule, budget, and safety, citing police findings and official statements. Include a comparison to how security measures (fencing, cameras, after-hours monitoring) mitigate risk on critical infrastructure. Bring in stakeholder perspectives (city manager, contractor, resilience office) and explain why Beaufort’s flood-prevention goals rely on uninterrupted work. Address broader lessons from similar incidents elsewhere and offer concrete, forward-looking recommendations for preventing reoccurrence. End with a concise takeaway on the importance of resilience and trust in public projects.