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Article: Helipad OK'd by council: ; Watt Powell fee for Alley Cats increased to $100
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- Charleston Daily Mail
- Article date:
- February 6, 2001
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DAILY MAIL STAFF
It wasn't just about adding another $50 to the cleanup fee for
the Charleston Alley Cats' games or about allowing a helipad in
Kanawha City. It was about Charleston's future, its priorities and
fairness to its residents and employees, Charleston City Council
members contended.
Council members debating the helipad and the cleanup fee Monday
loaded their arguments with symbolism. Some stood by their desks as
they appealed for votes from their colleagues.
In two close votes, they decided to allow the helipad and approve
a smaller increase in the cleanup fee.
Council members argued over how heavily the city should subsidize
the Alley Cats, Charleston's Class A professional ...