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Council approves River Sports Outfitters contract for Augusta Quarry; members set safety-first rules on floats and rentals
Summary
The council authorized a contract with River Sports Outfitters to operate Augusta Quarry amenities and approved a set of safety and rental rules (free life jackets, allowed/disallowed floatables) as the city prepares to open the site to the public.
Knoxville City Council approved an annual contract with River Sports Outfitters Inc. to provide professional services at Augusta Quarry for up to $168,200 and discussed operational rules aimed at safety and litter reduction as the quarry prepares to open.
City staff said capital improvements underwritten by partners — including new restrooms, changing areas and other site upgrades funded through philanthropy and capital investments — will allow the quarry to open to the public during the Fourth of July weekend. The administration also announced that Ben Epperson will serve as site coordinator.
Council and staff described the…
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