In other CPST business, Senn said on Nov. In other words, it provides a level-playing field where physically and mentally challenged children can hit, run, and catch like any other ballfield. According to a miracle field is a custom-designed venue incorporates a cushioned synthetic turf that accommodates wheelchairs and other walking assistance devices while helping prevent injuries. Mayor Foster Senn reported that Union has a miracle field that could be a nice addition to the Recreation Complex and said that council would take a field trip on Oct. Outdoor spaces have become a popular commodity during the COVID pandemic.Ĭouncil briefly discussed potential city CPST projects mentioning improvements to the Recreation Complex on Glenn Street Extension and a bridge replacement on Drayton Street. Shields reported that Lexington and Traveler’s Rest have built amphitheaters that have improved quality of life in those cities with the additional park and event space.
The green space (called “The Lawn” by the Opera House) is bound by McKibben, Tench, Caldwell and Hatton Streets. He went on to say the amphitheater is likely a CPST proposal the Opera House will put before the CPST Commission. Shields mentioned that the area where the concert was held could be considered by the Opera House Foundation as a potential site for an amphitheater for the community. Jack Shields, chairperson of the Newberry Opera House Foundation, presented to council and highlighted a successful outdoor concert that was held back in June.
Councilperson Edwin Wicker motioned to vote, and Holmes seconded. Beer and wine will be served in plastic cups in the Opera House Courtyard as well as a portion of Boyce Street from McKibben to Harrington Streets during this event to customers 21 and older. In new business, council approved a request to allow alcohol in a designated event area for the Newberry Opera House Guild’s Oyster Roast on November 7, 4-7 p.m. The rezoning changes the property from OS (Open Space) to General Commercial. Councilperson Jackie Holmes made the motion, seconded by Councilperson Carlton Kinard. He also reported that updates to the Wells Park work is ongoing and the pond at the park may be completed by the end of October once a pump is installed and working.įollowing the hearing, council passed the second and final reading to approve the zoning ordinance 2021-1016 unanimously. The city will match the grant with $175,000 and federal money of $175,000. Sawyer also updated council on a grant for Wise Street Park improvements, which was officially awarded in the amount of $350,000 from SCPRT. October 1, 2022, will be next year’s Oktoberfest. Early estimates made by Scott Sawyer, Parks, Recreation and Tourism director, said that there were likely around 20,000 attendees at this year’s event. 12 meeting, council offered a recap of a successful Oktoberfest festival held Saturday Oct. The City of Newberry is required to appoint two members to the county commission for determining usage of the CPST funding. NEWBERRY - In action taken after executive session, Newberry City Council appointed Alison Johnson and Cornelius Cromer to the Capital Project Sales Tax (CPST) Commission.
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