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Residents urge action on sheriff vacancies, paving and the Manning Avenue Bridge during public comment
Summary
During public comment, citizens asked Council to fill sheriff vacancies, include Pasture Road on the Penny for Progress referendum, and address safety concerns at the Manning Avenue Bridge; Council members noted some support for paving requests.
Several citizens used the Jan. 25 public-comment period to press Sumter County Council on local infrastructure and public-safety issues.
George Bates urged the council to fill vacant positions in the Sheriff’s Office so deputies can protect the community and thanked Clerk Mary Blanding for her long service. He also asked that the county contact the State Highway…
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