Metro Government Pros, Cons Debated: ; Officials Discuss Costs of Move and How to Help Towns Keep Their Identities

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What a consolidated government would look like, what costs would be involved and how to make such a transition while still retaining the current quality of life are among concerns as Charleston city leaders continue studying the idea of metro government.

Helping the city do a better job attracting business, tourism and new residents and providing more efficient and responsive government are the potential benefits, city officials say.

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Metro Government Pros, Cons Debated: ; Officials Discuss Costs of Move and How to Help Towns Keep Their Identities

Charleston Councilman Marc Weintraub, chairman of the council's committee on metro government, spoke Monday to Rotary Club of Charleston members about the different views of metro govern...

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