The Easley Chamber of Commerce hosted Easley Mayor Larry Bagwell who addressed the capacity gathering meeting on February 6 with the state of the city. Mayor Bagwell and city administrator Fox Simons have just come back from the South Carolina Municipal Association and shared information on the state level.
South Carolina is having problems with its budget currently and more cutbacks are expected. Through good planning this past year, the city of Easley is in much better shape financially and has a $4 million reserve. The mayor communicated the approval of the bicycle and pedestrian friendly study for Easley and work is beginning on sidewalks and bicycle lanes in the city. It is at a pace that the city can afford to finance.
Work is underway on the Easley Towne City (old Saco Lowell) and the opening of the shopping center will be first quarter 2011. Major bridge and roadwork is also underway along highway 123 to support this shopping center.
A new city park is completed on Pendleton St. across from Dunburks Premier Events that will have a fountain and benches for citizens. A grand opening and dedication is planned for April 15 as part of a chamber of commerce business after hours. All are encouraged to attend this from 5:30 – 7:00 PM.
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