Aiken This Week and Aiken Business Matters Spotlight City Outreach
Aiken officials discuss Channel 4 programs that connect city government with business owners and residents. The shows Aiken This Week and Aiken Business Matters aim to inform, educate, and involve the public, featuring interviews with city staff, partners, and local entrepreneurs to boost transparency and community networking. Dan Brown reports.
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Corridor Project to Add Sharrows and Lower Speed Limit
City officials plan to install sharrows along the corridor to create a shared space for bicycles. The speed limit will drop from 45 mph to 35 mph on that segment to improve safety for riders. Officials note the change aims to balance traffic flow with bike traffic without forcing drivers to unreasonable speeds.
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County considers inmate help for animal shelter needs
Aiken County Council discussed funding disposal costs if recycling ends and ways to staff the animal shelter. Members debated using offenders for custodial work, with concerns about reliability and daily health standards. Sheriff Hunt noted only sentenced inmates can work, with about 300 inmates held awaiting sentencing.
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Aiken County Eyes Grant for Body Cameras Amid Budget Debate
Aiken County Sheriff’s Office applied for a federal grant with a 50 percent match to fund body cameras. Hunt sought about 182000 for 150 deputies. Councilors urged state funding first, noting the grant is state mandated if funds arrive. Budget pressures include no salary increases, possible future cuts, and uncertain fall ice storm reimbursements. Christina Cleveland reports for the Aiken Standard.
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