Growth in 1A Tax Plan Highlights Local Economic Ties
The article outlines how growth from 1A could reduce the property tax rate and support infrastructure through roadwork. It highlights collaboration with the South Carolina Department of Commerce and the Economic Development Partnership of Aiken Edgefield McCormick and Saluda counties, led by Will Williams. The county subsidizes the partnership, credited with attracting Bridgestone and negotiating expansions alongside major local employers like AGY Kimberly-Clark Shaw UPS. It notes Savannah River Site’s significant fiscal impact and references historic rail and regional development shaping Aiken’s growth.
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Kimberly-Clark Corp
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Shaw Industries
UPS
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Arway
Cyber Command
Fort Gordoni
Georgia
Lukert Han
SC Cyber
Thomas Scomtald
Rotary
Savannah River
Cyber
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Graniteville
Aiken Comey
Weldon Wyatt
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Laget
William
Eatllee
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Virginia
Horry County
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Aiken County Eyes Tech Driven Growth and Expansion
Aiken County braces for rapid growth fueled by cyber industry expansion near Fort Gordoni and Sage Mill Industrial Park. Officials highlight Savannah River Site as a historic anchor and push for new infrastructure, schools, and a faster permitting system to attract firms, housing, and jobs while balancing public services and tax policies.
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Augusta
Willams
Leavell McCampbell
Byrd
Bunker
Clay Killin
Killian
Aiken
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