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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jul 01, 1982
Page
1
Voters on November 2 will decide the form of county government in Aiken County. A May 4 County Council resolution approved a referendum offering four areas of choice: chairman selection, council size, representation method, and overall government form under the state Home Rule Act.
Washington AP reports workers start the second installment of the largest tax cut in history. With forecasts of revival from recession, paychecks grow by 40 cents to 13.40 for various wages, while a typical two child family benefits about six dollars weekly. Higher Social Security taxes and inflation offset gains for some earners.
A three year old study at the Savannah River Plant identifies a possible site for storing commercial spent nuclear fuel if Congress approves. The report covers 17 government sites and 3 civilian locations and notes SRP’s receiving basin could hold 600 metric tons. The study predates current legislation and is not tied to the House bill now under consideration.
Aiken County Council approved a $9,925,251 amended budget with a 7.12 percent millage increase. Sheriff Ralph Gunnells praised the $2,037,180 for his department adding four deputies and new vehicles while officials weighed a still unclear eighth position and dual taxation adjustments. Public Works will receive $1,508,774 with landfill fee deletions and planned lease purchases funding equipment. COG funding and ATC allocation were reinstated to support regional grants and operations as Barnes eyes New Federalism shifts.
The General Assembly overturned three vetoes by Gov. Riley saving the state 52 million dollars, including a 2 percent merit and longevity pay raise for state workers. Forecasters warned the budget would run red without changes. Riley vetoed 58 items, drawing debate over job protection and deficit balance.
Steve Griffin, manager at Southern Bell, named chair of the 1982 Aiken County United Way campaign. United Way President Michael Strickland praised Griffin as a capable leader. The drive begins September 16 with an August 10 advance gifts campaign for local industries.
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