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Augusta Canal Authority asks commission for $600,000 after hurricane damages reduce revenue
Summary
Representatives from the Augusta Canal Authority told commissioners the canal will be out of service for repairs that will cost months of hydroelectric and visitor revenue, and they requested $600,000 in operating support for FY2026.
Russ Gamble, representing the Augusta Canal Authority, asked the commission for $600,000 in FY2026 operational support, saying hurricane damage and upcoming repairs will reduce hydroelectric generation and visitor‑service income.
Gamble said the canal’s MOU with the city requires a water supply for canal operations, but recent storm damage has interrupted generation and boat operations. "You're looking at a total of $90,000…
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