News Summary
The Atlanta Bread Company in Greenville’s Cherrydale area has officially closed, prompting residents to seek other dining options. Eggs Up Grill is set to take over the location soon. Meanwhile, the Cherrydale area is considering annexation of commercial properties, with a significant number of property owners supporting the initiative. This move aims to improve municipal services and reduce costs for businesses in the area.
Greenville – The Atlanta Bread Company, a fixture in the Cherrydale area since its opening in November 2002, has officially closed its doors. A notice placed on the restaurant’s door announced the closure effective Thursday, leaving community members searching for alternatives. Fortunately, Eggs Up Grill has plans to move into the now-vacant Atlanta Bread space in the coming months.
In addition to the changes in local dining options, the Cherrydale area is experiencing broader transformations. City leaders are actively considering annexation of approximately 126 acres of commercial property, a move that has gained significant support. An astounding 83% of property owners in the area signed a petition advocating for annexation, surpassing the South Carolina law requirement of 75% for such a process to advance.
Impacts of Annexation
The properties targeted for annexation include well-known businesses such as Ingles, ALDI, Hobby Lobby, T.J. Maxx, and the Henkel industrial facility. If approved, business owners in the annexed area will gain access to improved municipal services, including enhanced city police and fire protection. Additionally, the annexation is expected to lead to cost savings, with a one-third reduction in water rates and lower property taxes.
The current tax rate for the area is set at 385.8 mills per year. Following annexation, this rate will decrease to an estimated 359.7 mills, thereby providing a 26.1 mill savings to business owners.
Progress and Next Steps
Discussions surrounding the annexation process have been ongoing since late 2022. For the annexation to proceed, there are several procedural steps that must be completed. A public hearing will be held, followed by two readings before the city council. The planning commission is scheduled to make a zoning recommendation on February 1. The city council will then hold its public hearing and the first reading on February 12, culminating in a final reading on February 26.
City officials anticipate that the annexation will drive future growth in the Cherrydale area. Plans already include the addition of 20 new police officer positions in the 2024 budget to ensure adequate public safety in the expanded patrol zone that will incorporate Cherrydale.
Community Wins in Lottery
In a separate community development, an Upstate South Carolina woman celebrated a significant win after purchasing a lottery ticket at 357 Redi Mart on Hwy. 357 in Lyman. She bought three tickets, with the third ticket yielding a jackpot prize of $500,000. The lottery game, Money Madness Extra Play, has odds of winning the top prize set at 1 in 1,152,000. As a result of the sale, 357 Redi Mart will receive a commission of $5,000, which marks a positive boost for the local business.
Conclusion
As the Cherrydale area navigates these changes, both the closure of the Atlanta Bread Company and the potential annexation are indicative of the evolving landscape in Greenville. Community members and business leaders alike are keenly watching the developments as they unfold, with hopes for continued growth and enhancement of services in the newly annexed areas.
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Additional Resources
- WYFF: Atlanta Bread Company Closes
- Wikipedia: Annexation
- WYFF: South Carolina Lottery Winner
- Google Search: Greenville South Carolina
- Greenville Online: Ask LaFleur About Atlanta Bread
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Greenville
- Fox Carolina: Greenville Considers Annexing Cherrydale
- Google News: Greenville Annexation
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