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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Feb 16, 1990
Page
3
Chief Larry Perry reports multiple arrests after raids across three counties. James Isaac 24 Gary Highsmith 27 and Jeffery Busbee say more arrests are expected as money seized in drug raids funds the law enforcement system.
Councilman Brodie pushed to reduce subdivision road widths from 26 to 22 feet and extend cul de sacs from 1,500 to 2,500 feet. Planning commissioners opposed, warning narrowed roads and longer turnarounds hinder emergency access and safety. The planning panel urged a formal protest to the council.
South Carolina narcotics veteran Smith explains the Governor’s RAID Team targets marijuana and cocaine, with the unit drawing from SLED Wildlife and Marine Resources and ABC Commission. He notes shifts in drug activity from pot to crack and ice, and says he loves the work despite burnout fears.
Planning panel votes to table, allowing Tom Biddle to start work by March 10 despite contingencies. Chair Jim Baggotti and several members back the move, citing a 45 day rule that approves if no action is taken. The session also approves plats for Banks Mill Business Park and Hopeland Farms and notes a 48 lot mobile home park along S C 19 North.
A series of proposed developments listed include OFFICE CENTER a $500000 facility next to Whiskey Road Barbecue, BUSINESS PARK on Banks Mill Road, 60-LOT PROJECT on Old Powderhouse Road, HOPELAND FARMS 22 acre subdivision off Banks Mill Road and MOBILE HOME PARK on S C 19.
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