Editorial letters on local issues and city concerns in Aiken
Citizens debate taxes fees and park projects in Aiken with comments on Hitchcock Woods Mosquitoes rattlesnakes and forgiveness for felons. Readers urged to call TalkBack and send feedback while lottery numbers are listed.
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Aiken Council Polishes Budget Amid Orlando Mass Shooting Reflection
The Aiken City Council paused for a moment of silence for Orlando victims then moved to finalize the 2016 17 budget. Officials approved property sales at 414 Fairfield St N E and 895 Alfred St NE, supported a Farmers Market banners project, and awarded a needs assessment contract for the Public Safety headquarters to Hussey Gay Bell with Phase I cost of 23000 funded by CPST II.
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Dog Ears reading program connects kids with shelter animals
Aiken County Animal Shelter hosts the Dog Ears program with help from Friends of the Animal Shelter and ABBE Regional Library. Children read to dogs and sometimes cats to boost literacy and comfort with people, with sessions on June 25 July 9 and July 23 from 11 30 a m to 1 p m Reservations at info at aiken org or 803 514 4313 Jori the shelter dog met Augusta resident Jane Dearley 14 during a Saturday visit The Big Leaf Pile featuring Clifford the Big Red Dog is the chosen book See photos at aikenstandard com
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Aiken City Council Sets Final Budget Sessions
Aiken City Council conducts two 2016 17 budget work sessions at 4 p m today and possibly a final session at 4 p m Wednesday in room 204 City Municipal Building 214 Park Avenue. A public hearing and second vote are planned for July 20 with the new budget effective July 1.
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Gravatt Fishing Tournament Set for June 26 at Camp Gravatt
The seventh annual Gravatt Fishing Tournament runs 7 30 a m to 2 p m June 26 at Camp Gravatt 1006 Camp Gravatt Road. It is catch and release with shore bank or canoe options and varied fees from 30 to 90 dollars based on team composition. Registration options include the Aiken County Visitors Center or online. Harbor Chase offers a free Silver Sneakers Zumba class at 9 45 a m on Monday through Thursday, with more details via 803 642 8444.
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