NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. (WRDW/WAGT) - North Augusta City Council voted 5-2 to advance the annexation of nearly 67 acres of land near Hammond Pond Road during Monday night’s meeting, with one council member abstaining.

The vote allows the city to take the next steps in the annexation process for the property.

Multiple second readings passed during the meeting, with the land annexation representing a significant agenda item for the council.

Public speakers weighed in against the proposed annexation during the meeting.

Mayor Briton Williams addressed concerns about development and traffic following the meeting, discussing the next steps in the process.

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