Archive for the ‘Local Issues’ Category
Beware of a Backdoor Tax Increase
To read the Op-Ed online or see the comments please click below: http://www.postandcourier.com/news/2011/nov/06/beware-ofa-backdoortax-increase/ The below Op-Ed from The Post and Courier this morning is making my blood pressure go through the roof! It is my understanding that the only reason this is being taken up by the courts is because the General Assembly has forced this ...
2011 State of the Region Forum
For the CSRA to not only compete, but thrive in an increasingly global economy, we, as residents of a single region, need to operate with a regional perspective. Our region is comprised of a number of different communities, each with its own strengths and weakness. Each community offers different amenities and different lifestyles. Its ...
Where There Is No Vision, The People Perish
One of my favorite quotes on leadership isn’t really a quote; it’s a proverb. Proverbs 29:18 says “where there is no vision, the people perish”. Regardless of your faith or beliefs, the verse has merit. The verse very simply highlights the primary mission or importance of a leader – to cast a ...
Why Shop Local?
Why Shop Local? Top Ten Reasons to Shop Local 1. Protect Local Character and Prosperity By choosing to support locally owned businesses, you help maintain North Augusta’s diversity and distinctive flavor. 2. Community Well-Being Locally owned businesses build strong neighborhoods by sustaining communities, linking neighbors, and by contributing more to local causes. 3. Local Decision Making Local ownership means that important decisions ...
Leadership North Augusta Breaks Ground on Outdoor Classroom
The Class of 2011 of Leadership North Augusta, which graduated on June 1, wanted their legacy to be a “project with lasting impact on the community,” said Walker Posey, a member of the class who helped put the project together. The result has been termed “magic” by School Board member Ray Fleming. ...
Amazon and Internet Sales Tax: What is Fair?
I’ve gone back and forth on this issue and have really struggled with whether or not internet purchases should be taxed. On one hand, South Carolina needs the jobs, but on the other hand, we have small local businesses that are struggling to keep their head above water, and they are required to collect and ...
“Don’t Ruin Our River” says the Augusta Chronicle
Sunday, March 27, 2011 By Augusta Chronicle Editorial Staff Since the Savannah River was dammed south of Augusta in the 1930s, the entire area has become attached to, and dependent upon, the beautiful pool of river that resulted. A growing city has had a fresh, reliable source of drinking water. Industry has flourished. Tourism too. ...
Appeals court to hear Yucca arguments
By Rob Pavey Staff Writer Oral arguments in a lawsuit aimed at forcing the government to complete the Yucca Mountain nuclear waste repository will be heard today in the Washington, D.C., Circuit Court of Appeals.”In this case, existing law is very clear that Congress has mandated that the nation’s high level nuclear waste shall ...
Demolition of Lock and Dam criticized
By Rob Pavey Staff writer A federal agency’s recommendation to remove New Savannah Bluff Lock and Dam will be opposed by Augusta area businesses, chambers of commerce and several members of Congress.”Removing the dam would be an economic disaster for the entire Central Savannah River Area,” said Sue Parr, the president of the ...
The Anti-Illinois: Georgia debates a tax reform with lower rates…Pay Attention South Carolina General Assembly.
The Anti-Illinois: Georgia debates a tax reform with lower rates. By Kari White | Posted January 19, 2011 | Atlanta, GA Related Media The genius of American federalism is that states can choose to walk off a policy cliff—or not. Illinois has just raised taxes, but Georgia may be moving in the opposite direction by cutting taxes to ...
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