Northside Park project advances with initial funding plan
City plans Phase I for Northside Park after spending 1.2 million on 113 acres near U.S. 1 and Shaws Creek. Officials expect a spring 2017 firm opening date and say no more Capital Projects Tax funds will be allocated beyond the current 2.7 million balance. Construction could extend years beyond Phase I. Council member Lessie Price urges a distinctive northside park.
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Northside Park eyed as booster for Aiken growth
Aiken officials tout Northside Park as a showcase attraction to lure residents and businesses, with plans for an amphitheater walking trails and sand volleyball courts. Council weighs financing and phased development to deliver recreational opportunities for city and county residents. Dan Brown reports.
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Langley Pond Dam Safety Leak Spotted by Officials
Langley resident reports bubbling water in the Langley Pond spillway and a pond closure. County officials and council member Camille Furgiuele praise the engineers for detecting the leak and taking steps to keep Langley Dam safe after October storms.
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Langley Dam ownership and funding challenge faced by county
Langley Dam, built in 1854 as a 900 foot earthen structure, sits on a 24 mile Savannah River pond area once surrounded by 30 mills. County officials including Councilmember Kathy Rawls seek safe, affordable repair funding and cost cuts without compromising structural integrity, noting potential external money and need for thorough research.
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Langley Dam costs and options divide county leaders
County owns Langley Pond and dam and has repaired it for eight years. Council member Chuck Smith urged letting Horse Creek flow free instead of repairing the dam. Morris warned draining Langley Pond would expose pollutants costing about twice the dam’s 13.5 million price tag. Rawls tied the issue to October flood damage in Wagener and Salley, urging repair as an obligation while noting consequences if ignored. Chairman Young emphasized the asset nature and the need to address costs.
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Parson's tanks push SWPF output to six million gallons yearly
The Salt Waste Processing Facility at Savannah River Site aims to raise throughput from 1.5 million to 6 million gallons per year. The project, started in 2004, faces cost growth from 1.3 to 2.3 billion. DOE and SCDHEC discuss missed startup deadlines with fines nearing 170 million.
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