Local Government Revenue Sharing Fund bill gains amendment
The House debated a change to the Local Government Revenue Sharing Fund to raise the cap from 4 to 5 percent of state general fund growth, aiming to stabilize funding for counties like Aiken. Critics warned underfunding could force tax dollars from public safety and county services. the measure moves to the Senate.
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Aiken Councilman Proposes Tax for Downtown Growth
Aiken City Councilman Philip Merry proposes a 550000 package directing funds to downtown parking, North side infrastructure, a Southside detention pond, and 200000 for business license rebates. An additional 250000 would back a City business vitality division and 200000 to enterprise capital reserves. He says 60 to 70 percent of revenue would come from non residents, easing burden versus a millage increase.
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Aiken Considers Hospitality Tax to Boost Local Economy
Cities earned 92.3 million from hospitality taxes per a S C Municipal Association report for 2010-11. Council members discuss a proposed hospitality tax, flagging earmarking to support commerce, while chamber leaders push for private public collaboration to boost Aiken’s business climate. Local reactions from businesses were mixed as reporters sought comment.
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Board hires firm to handle applications for superintendent search
The Aiken County Board of Education hires Student Centered Education Consulting Group LLC to receive and securely hold all superintendent applications. The firm will create electronic files, screen candidates for eligibility, and maintain a neutral third party role to save public dollars as the district begins its search for a new leader with Dr. Beth Everitt retiring in July.
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Aiken Public School Vacancy Seeks Applicants and Board Access
The job application requires candidates to describe significant professional accomplishments, list three strengths, answer three discussion questions on community involvement and education goals for Aiken County Public Schools, and provide five references. Applications will be confidential but state law requires public access to final three candidates. The position ad will run this week. Larry Wood, Aiken native, joined the Aiken Standard as general assignment reporter in September 2014.
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