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Lavonia responded to a reported gap in speed limit signage on a curve along Wright Street by putting up a new 25 mph sign.
A drainage project meant to address the East Main and Rainbow Drive area has moved forward, with the city reporting the railroad-tracks segment now finished.
The city says its Phase 2 state road grant for repaving Wright Street has been approved, with the $58,000 in funds expected to arrive.
The increase covers cost overruns in several city departments, including police, fire, streets and parks.
The city's General Fund tax revenue line was raised by $1,760,000 to cover additional departmental spending.
The city will spend $92,000 on new digital radios for the Fire Department, a purchase the city council approved unanimously.
The review checks whether the police department meets outside accreditation standards, which can affect its operations and standing.
The city council voted to fill seats on the board that oversees downtown development efforts.
The council voted to name a new city clerk, the official who handles the city's records and council business, succeeding retiring clerk Angie Greer.
The council voted unanimously to take ownership of a parking area deeded by developer Ken Gary, putting the city in charge of its upkeep.
The city is moving to rezone 13.60 acres on Cornog Road from heavy industrial to residential to allow a 53-home subdivision.
The new business can now sell alcohol after city council signed off on its license application.