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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 18, 2005
Page
13
A William McKinley remark condemns cheap prices as a symbol of despair recalling that cheap goods foster cheap men and a cheap country. The quote frames value, quality, and national character in economic terms.
The United Way community effort brings 600 volunteers to Aiken County for a one day Project Vision event. They repaired 43 homes and assisted 20 partner service agencies while some groups pledged longer term aid. Businesses that granted employee time off are praised for backing this community driven effort.
The piece warns of further losses from Hurricane Katrina, urging national resolve to preserve New Orleans and Deep South heritage. It stresses restoring irreplaceable culture and architecture despite costs and efforts required.
Publisher Scott B. Hunter and Editor Jeffrey B. Wallace lead the Aiken Standard with key executives listed: Advertising Director Arthur T. Zappa, Business Manager Ellen C. Priest, Managing Editor Timothy E. O'Briant, Production Director Phillip Yates, Circulation Director Scot Newcom, Systems Manager J. David Boyd, and Customer Service Manager Letitia Jefferson. The document outlines staff roles and contact lines for the newspaper.
Demonstrators formed a human peace sign in Central Park New York on May 1 as anti-nuclear and anti-war activists marched past the United Nations where a conference to reassess the Nuclear Nonproliferation Treaty was set to begin this week.
A health professional warns that rising radiation in water and food from nuclear waste storage may increase cancer. They urge moving downstream and downstream from the Savannah River Site and redirecting funds to nationwide solar energy for jobs and economic benefits.
Readers argue the proposed Tax Increment Financing plan misuses funds and favors one developer. They claim 84 undeveloped acres are overpriced at 430 000 per acre and that 30 percent of tax revenue would be diverted, harming non TIF residents.
A reader argues that a Tax Increment Financing plan should appear on the ballot and counties residents should decide. They question the need for a tax increase if new housing will raise taxes, and note fixed incomes bear the burden amid debate.
The article notes that Representative Skipper Perry acknowledged a mistake in voting for the override of the TIF bill. It questions why a second look wasn’t taken after the governor vetoed and suggests Perry acted under fellow legislators’ pressure.
Robert Gilbert argues the Tax Increment Financing plan for Trolley Run Station and Sage Creek in Aiken County shifts 30 percent of new property taxes to infrastructure bonds. He contends existing homeowners face higher taxes and claims the proposal grants developer profits, citing potential $25,000 per house advantage and unequal treatment under the 14th Amendment.
Aiken County residents urge council to reject the Trolley Run Station Sage Creek TIF plan. Councilman Scott Singer opposed the funding, citing 98 percent of his constituents against it, while others face potential electoral consequences.
A reader laments low pay and long hours for school bus drivers who transport students daily. They note drivers use personal cars to reach buses, lack fuel compensation, and face strict licensing and drug testing obligations for under ten thousand dollars annually. The letter urges targeting lottery funds to driver salaries.
Carl Langley riffs on televised council sessions with memories of live broadcasts. He recalls past chaos including a chair being punched and debates that drifted into hallways. He weighs tips for a polished show and opposes tape delay, urging live democracy in action.
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