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Council approves Revolutionary War kiosk downtown; grant funding expected to cover most costs
Summary
After a presentation by Durant Ashmore of the Lawrence County 250 Commission, the council approved placing a four-sided historical kiosk by the Veterans Memorial. Ashmore said South Carolina 250 grants could cover about 80% of the $15,000–$20,000 cost; installation could take up to a year.
The Clinton City Council voted to allow a four-sided Revolutionary War kiosk to be placed near the Veterans Memorial in downtown Clinton after a presentation from Durant Ashmore of the Lawrence County 250 Commission.
Ashmore described a driving tour of 14 Revolutionary War sites across Lawrence County and asked for permission to install the kiosk, which would include laser-etched artwork, a driving-trail map and site descriptions on each face. "The South Carolina 250 commission'they will give 80% of the cost of any project," Ashmore said, adding that the full project might run $15,000 to $20,000 and that final installation could take up to a year as the committee seeks matching funds.
Council asked technical and accessibility questions; Ashmore said the kiosk would sit on a concrete, handicapped-accessible pad and be built of heavy-duty powder-coated steel with a 50-year service goal. Kirk Doll moved to approve the kiosk placement, Miss Walsh seconded, and the motion carried by voice vote.
The council approved the location and authorized the city to cooperate with the Lawrence County 250 Committee as it pursues grant funding and final design work. No city match amount was formally committed at the meeting.
