County commits $500K to utility expansion

Needed to spur development at SR 47 and I-75.

Scott Stewart, who owns the Cornerstone Crossing at 47 property, said the funding will help him move forward with developing the site at Interstate 75. (JAMIE WACHTER/Lake City Reporter)
Scott Stewart, who owns the Cornerstone Crossing at 47 property, said the funding will help him move forward with developing the site at Interstate 75. (JAMIE WACHTER/Lake City Reporter)

Columbia County agreed to make a $500,000 investment toward economic development, if necessary, Thursday.

During its meeting, the Columbia County Commission unanimously approved an agreement with Lake …