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Ben Connell

Chairman - elected countywide, Kershaw County Council. Voting record and attendance compiled from the county's meeting videos and official minutes. Click any vote to open the recap of that meeting.

Ben Connell
Ben Connell
Chairman - elected countywide
☎ (803) 425-6778
✉ [email protected]
46/49
Attendance ▾
314
Votes for
5
Votes against
2
Abstained
2%
Dissent rate
Attendance record (46/49)▸ show hide
October 13, 2026PRESENTtook part: “amendment that is Shoemake Brazel Connell Kato and Tomlinson in favor”
September 22, 2026PRESENTtook part: “raise your hand that is shoemake connell and tomlinson in favor”
September 8, 2026PRESENTtook part: “Thank You Mr. Chairman”
August 25, 2026PRESENTtook part: “it is shoemake tucker connell and kato in favor”
August 11, 2026PRESENTtook part: “that is mr tucker brazel connell kato and Tomlinson in favor”
July 14, 2026PRESENTtook part: “third reading. That is Shoemake, Tucker, Connell, and Tomlinson in favor”
June 23, 2026PRESENTtook part: “your hand that is shoemake tucker connell and tomlinson in favor”
June 9, 2026PRESENTtook part: “some space in that building thank you Mr Chairman vote yes”
May 26, 2026ABSENTmarked absent on the roll
May 12, 2026PRESENTtook part: “is Mr. Shoemaker, Mr. Connell, Mr. Cato, Mr. Tomlinson in favor”
April 28, 2026ABSENTmarked absent on the roll
April 14, 2026PRESENTtook part: “Thank you, Mr. Chairman”
March 31, 2026PRESENTtook part: “mr. Tomlinson how do you vote Mr. Chairman I vote yes”
March 24, 2026PRESENTon the official roll
March 10, 2026PRESENTon the official roll
February 24, 2026PRESENTtook part: “your hand shoemake tucker connell kato tomlinson and jones vote against”
February 10, 2026PRESENTon the official roll
January 27, 2026PRESENTtook part: “- Hey, Chairman, I vote in favor”
January 13, 2026PRESENTtook part: “Thank You chairman Connell”
December 9, 2025PRESENTon the official roll
November 18, 2025PRESENTtook part: “Mr. Chairman, I vote yes”
October 14, 2025PRESENTtook part: “Thank you, Mr. Chairman”
September 23, 2025PRESENTtook part: “hand. We have Shoemake, Tucker, Brazel, Connell, Cato, Tomlinson in favor”
September 9, 2025PRESENTon the official roll
August 26, 2025PRESENTon the official roll
August 12, 2025PRESENTon the official roll
July 22, 2025PRESENTon the official roll
July 8, 2025PRESENTon the official roll
June 17, 2025PRESENTtook part: “Raise your hand. Shoemake, Tucker, Connell, Brazel, Cato, Tomlinson. In favor”
June 10, 2025PRESENTon the official roll
May 27, 2025PRESENTon the official roll
May 13, 2025PRESENTtook part: “mr tucker mr connell mr cato mr thompson voting in favor”
April 22, 2025ABSENTmarked absent on the roll
April 8, 2025PRESENTon the official roll
March 25, 2025PRESENTon the official roll
March 11, 2025PRESENTon the official roll
February 25, 2025PRESENTon the official roll
February 11, 2025PRESENTon the official roll
January 28, 2025PRESENTon the official roll
January 14, 2025PRESENTtook part: “Thank you, Mr. Chairman. Seeing none, all in favor”
December 10, 2024PRESENTon the official roll
November 21, 2024PRESENTtook part: “Thank you, Mr. Chairman”
November 12, 2024PRESENTon the official roll
October 22, 2024PRESENTon the official roll
October 8, 2024PRESENTon the official roll
September 24, 2024PRESENTon the official roll
November 9, 2022PRESENTtook part: “Gardner, Mr. Burns, Mr. Connell and Mr. Brazel. Those opposed”
October 11, 2022PRESENTtook part: “Gardner, Mr. Burns, Mr. Brazel, and Mr. Connell. Those opposed”
September 13, 2022PRESENTtook part: “Mr. Gardner, Mr. Burns, and Mr. Connell. And those opposed”
PRESENT = confirmed by the county's written roll, or by the video recording them vote, move, abstain, check in, or speak. ABSENT = excused on the record, or never recorded taking part. Click a date to open the source with the reasoning highlighted.
Contested votes (43)▸ show hide
October 13, 2026Exceptions to Height Limitations for Energy Infrastructure (3rd Reading, As Amended)FORPASSED 4-3
September 22, 2026Exceptions to Height Limitations for Energy Infrastructure (2nd Reading)FORPASSED 4-3
September 8, 2026Joint Industrial Park Agreement for Project Gemstone (3rd Reading)FORPASSED 6-1
August 25, 2026Exempt Subdivision Amendments (1st Reading)FORPASSED 6-1
August 25, 2026Multi-County Park Agreement (2nd Reading)FORPASSED 4-3
August 11, 2026Private Hangar Contract at Kershaw County Airport (1st Reading)FORPASSED 6-1
August 11, 2026Multi-County Industrial Park Agreement with Lancaster County (1st Reading)FORPASSED 4-3
August 11, 2026Amendments to Zoning Code Exceptions to Height Limitations (1st Reading)FORPASSED 4-3
June 23, 2026Project Ballast Tax Incentives (2nd Reading)FORPASSED 4-3
June 23, 2026$2M General Obligation Bond for Wastewater Infrastructure (3rd Reading)FORPASSED 5-2
February 24, 2026Bethune Recycle Center Building BidFORPASSED 6-1
September 23, 2025Unified Code of Zoning and Land Development Regulations Text Amendments (3rd Reading)FORPASSED 6-1
August 26, 2025Ordinance for Event Venues with Tomlinson Amendment (3rd Reading)FORPASSED 6-1
August 12, 2025Event Venue ordinance with Tomlinson Amendment (2nd Reading)FORPASSED 6-1
July 22, 2025Amendment to Unified Code of Zoning and Land Development (1st Reading)FORPASSED 4-2
July 22, 2025Ordinance for Commercial and Rural Event Venues (1st Reading)FORPASSED 5-1
July 22, 2025Impact Fees Ordinance and Capital Improvements Plan (3rd Reading)FORPASSED 5-1
July 22, 2025Temporary Moratorium on Subdivision Applications (3rd Reading)FORPASSED 4-2
June 17, 2025FY 2025-2026 Budget Appropriation (3rd Reading)FORPASSED 5-2
June 17, 2025Development Impact Fees Ordinance (1st Reading)FORPASSED 6-1
May 27, 2025Rezone 3.75 Acre Parcel (TMS# 229-00-00-004) from MRD-1 to GD (1st Reading)FORPASSED 4-3
May 27, 2025Catoe Amendment #1 to Budget OrdinanceFORPASSED 6-1
May 27, 2025180-day Moratorium Ordinance (1st Reading, as amended)AGAINSTPASSED 5-2
May 13, 2025Fire Hydrant Installation Requirements for Minor Subdivisions (3rd Reading)FORPASSED 5-1
March 11, 2025Grant Match Funding for Pecan OrchardFORPASSED 6-1
February 25, 2025Airport Overlay District Ordinance (3rd Reading)FORPASSED 4-2
February 11, 2025Airport Overlay District (AOD) Ordinance with amendments (2nd Reading)FORPASSED 5-2
February 11, 2025Private Hangar Contracts Ordinance (2nd Reading)FORPASSED 6-1
February 11, 2025Fee-In-Lieu of Ad Valorem Taxes Agreement for Project Creed (1st Reading)FORPASSED 5-2
February 11, 2025Multi-County Business Park Ordinance (1st Reading)FORPASSED 6-1
January 28, 2025AOD Ordinance as Amended (1st Reading)FORPASSED 5-2
January 28, 2025Airport Hangar Contracts and Fees (1st Reading)FORPASSED 6-1
January 28, 2025Fee-In-Lieu of Ad Valorem Taxes for Project Creed (1st Reading)FORPASSED 5-2
December 10, 2024Memorandum of Understanding with Health Services District of Kershaw CountyFORPASSED 6-1
October 22, 2024Motion to cancel the November 26th and December 24th meetingsFORPASSED 5-1
October 8, 2024Adopt the agenda as amendedFORPASSED 5-1
October 8, 2024Enter Executive SessionFORPASSED 5-1
October 8, 2024Clarify duties and supervision of Clerk to County CouncilFORPASSED 5-1
January 23, 2024Resolution Opposing US Highway 521 Widening (Deferral)AGAINSTPASSED 4-3
January 23, 2024Appointing Larry Gunner to Planning and Zoning CommissionAGAINSTPASSED 6-1
August 8, 202360-Acre Rezoning at Wildwood Lane (2nd Reading)AGAINSTFAILED 1-4
July 27, 2023FY 2023-2024 Budget (3rd Reading)FORPASSED 6-1
December 15, 2022Agenda Amendment to Adjust Date and TimeAGAINSTPASSED 3-2
Full voting record (319)▸ show hide
October 13, 2026Resolution Honoring the Life of Mr. Laverne McKenzie (Adoption)FORPASSED unanimous
October 13, 2026Performance Standards for Energy Infrastructure Projects (2nd Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
October 13, 2026Exceptions to Height Limitations for Energy Infrastructure (3rd Reading, As Amended)FORPASSED 4-3
October 13, 2026Directional Signs for Hospital and Medical Facilities (3rd Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
October 13, 2026Subdivision Plat Exemptions and Stormwater LCP Requirements (3rd Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
October 13, 2026Fire Hydrant Requirements in Subdivisions (3rd Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
October 13, 2026Fire Service Storage Building Bid Award (10A)FORPASSED unanimous
October 13, 2026EMS Battleship Building Bid Award (10C)FORPASSED unanimous
October 13, 2026Pickleball Court Naming and Mason Family Donation (12A)FORPASSED unanimous
September 22, 2026Performance Standards for Energy Infrastructure (1st Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
September 22, 2026Exceptions to Height Limitations for Energy Infrastructure (2nd Reading)FORPASSED 4-3
September 22, 2026Residential Master Planned District (RMPD) Overlay (2nd Reading - Deferral)FORPASSED unanimous
September 22, 2026Private Hangar Contract at Kershaw County Airport (3rd Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
September 22, 2026Moratorium on Data Centers and Cryptocurrency Operations (3rd Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
September 22, 2026Directional Signs for Hospital and Medical Facilities (3rd Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
September 22, 2026Fire Hydrant Requirements in Subdivisions (3rd Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
September 8, 2026Approval of Agenda (None)FORPASSED unanimous
September 8, 2026Proclamation for National Diaper Need Awareness Week (None)FORPASSED unanimous
September 8, 2026Resolution for National Preparedness Month and SC State Guard (None)FORPASSED unanimous
September 8, 2026Private Hangar Contract at Airport (2nd Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
September 8, 2026Temporary Moratorium on Data Centers and Cryptocurrency (2nd Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
September 8, 2026Amendment to ZLDR regarding Directional Signage (2nd Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
September 8, 2026Amendment to ZLDR regarding Fire Hydrant Requirements (2nd Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
September 8, 2026Joint Industrial Park Agreement for Project Gemstone (3rd Reading)FORPASSED 6-1
September 8, 2026Appointments to Employee Relations Committee (None)FORPASSED unanimous
August 25, 2026Temporary Moratorium on Data Centers and Cryptocurrency Operations (1st Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
August 25, 2026Directional Signs for Hospital and Medical Facilities (1st Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
August 25, 2026Exempt Subdivision Amendments (1st Reading)FORPASSED 6-1
August 25, 2026Fire Hydrant Requirements for Subdivisions (1st Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
August 25, 2026Multi-County Park Agreement (2nd Reading)FORPASSED 4-3
August 25, 2026Library Board AppointmentFORPASSED unanimous
August 11, 2026Private Hangar Contract at Kershaw County Airport (1st Reading)FORPASSED 6-1
August 11, 2026Multi-County Industrial Park Agreement with Lancaster County (1st Reading)FORPASSED 4-3
August 11, 2026Amendments to Zoning Code Exceptions to Height Limitations (1st Reading)FORPASSED 4-3
August 11, 202612-Month Data Center Moratorium Proposal (Amendment Vote)FORPASSED unanimous
August 11, 202612-Month Data Center Moratorium Proposal (Main Motion as Amended)FORPASSED unanimous
August 11, 2026Resolution for Probate Judge to Serve as Special Judge for Commitment CasesFORPASSED unanimous
August 11, 2026Cancellation of November 24 and December 22 Council MeetingsFORPASSED unanimous
August 11, 2026Deferral of Master Planned Development District Ordinance (2nd Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
June 23, 2026Project Ballast Tax Incentives (2nd Reading)FORPASSED 4-3
June 23, 2026Project Gemstone Tax Incentives (2nd Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
June 23, 2026Joint Industrial Park Boundary Amendment for Project Gemstone (2nd Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
June 23, 2026Lease Agreement for DNR Office at 632 W. DeKalb Street (2nd Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
June 23, 2026Lease Agreement for Forestry Commission Office at 632 W. DeKalb Street (2nd Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
June 23, 2026Building Codes Ordinance Amendment (3rd Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
June 23, 2026$2M General Obligation Bond for Wastewater Infrastructure (3rd Reading)FORPASSED 5-2
June 23, 2026Fiscal Year 2026-2027 County Budget (3rd Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
May 12, 2026Deletion of Voter Registration Item (Agenda Amendment)FORPASSED unanimous
May 12, 2026Addition of North Central High School Proclamation (Agenda Amendment)FORPASSED unanimous
May 12, 2026Adoption of Amended AgendaFORPASSED unanimous
May 12, 2026Proclamation: May as ALS MonthFORPASSED unanimous
May 12, 2026Proclamation: North Central High School Strength TeamFORPASSED unanimous
May 12, 2026Approval of April 28, 2026 MinutesFORPASSED unanimous
May 12, 2026Project Ballast Fee-In-Lieu of Taxes (1st Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
May 12, 2026Amendment to Joint Industrial Park Agreement (3rd Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
May 12, 2026Reappointment of Lynn Blizzard (Assessment Appeals Board)FORPASSED unanimous
April 14, 2026Proclamation for Autism Awareness and Acceptance Month (Proclamation)FORPASSED unanimous
April 14, 2026Proclamation for Fair Housing Month (Proclamation)FORPASSED unanimous
April 14, 2026Amendment to Joint Industrial and Business Park Agreement (1st Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
April 14, 2026Rezoning 32.17 acres at 41 Youngs Bend Road from RD-2 to GD (2nd Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
April 14, 2026Amendment to ZLDR regarding Rural Country Club requirements (2nd Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
April 14, 2026Amendment to Chapter 24 regarding solicitation and panhandling (2nd Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
April 14, 2026Detainee Health Services Contract with Advanced Correctional Healthcare (New Business)FORPASSED unanimous
March 31, 2026Building Permit Allocation System (1st Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
March 31, 2026Slate of Eight Smart Growth Ordinances (1st Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
March 24, 2026Agenda AdoptionFORPASSED unanimous
March 24, 2026Minutes Approval (March 24, 2026 Regular Meeting)FORPASSED unanimous
March 24, 2026First Reading: Ordinance to rezone 41 Youngs Bend Road from RD-2 to GDFORPASSED unanimous
March 24, 2026First Reading: Ordinance to amend ZLDR Section 3:3 Conditional Uses, Rural Country Club ReFORPASSED unanimous
March 24, 2026Tucker Amendment to ZLDR OrdinanceFORPASSED unanimous
March 24, 2026Amended ZLDR Ordinance (Section 3:3)FORPASSED unanimous
March 24, 2026First Reading: Ordinance to amend Chapter 24 regarding Solicitation and PanhandlingFORPASSED unanimous
March 24, 2026Appointments to Accommodations Tax Advisory CommissionFORPASSED 6-0
March 24, 2026Appointment to Recreation Advisory Commission (Matt Downey)FORPASSED unanimous
March 24, 2026Heavy maintenance authorization for Pecan OrchardFORPASSED unanimous
March 24, 2026Purchase of vacant lot in Pecan OrchardFORPASSED unanimous
March 24, 2026Executive Session entry and exitFORPASSED unanimous
March 24, 2026AdjournmentFORPASSED unanimous
March 10, 2026Adoption of the agenda for March 10, 2026FORPASSED 4-0
March 10, 2026Approval of the February 24, 2026, meeting minutesFORPASSED 7-0
March 10, 2026Appointment of Monica Frazier to the Accommodations Tax Advisory Commission (ATAX)FORPASSED 7-0
March 10, 2026Enter Executive Session to discuss a personnel and employment matterFORPASSED 6-0
February 24, 2026Adoption of the AgendaFORPASSED unanimous
February 24, 2026Proclamation Honoring Betsy Gentry GreenwayFORPASSED unanimous
February 24, 2026Proclamation Honoring Stover Wrestling TeamFORPASSED unanimous
February 24, 2026Public Presentation on Forest Fires (Will Glover)FORPASSED unanimous
February 24, 2026Approval of Minutes (Regular Meeting, Feb 10)FORPASSED unanimous
February 24, 2026Approval of Minutes (Budget Retreat, Feb 13)FORPASSED unanimous
February 24, 2026Bethune Recycle Center Building BidFORPASSED 6-1
February 10, 2026Agenda Adoption for February 10, 2026 (as amended)FORPASSED 7-0
February 10, 2026Proclamation Recognizing National Black History MonthFORPASSED 7-0
February 10, 2026Proclamation Honoring Councilman Jimmy Jones on his 75th BirthdayFORPASSED 7-0
February 10, 2026Report from Recreation Advisory CommissionFORPASSED 7-0
February 10, 2026Report from Kershaw Health DistrictFORPASSED 7-0
February 10, 2026Third Reading: Rezone 16.68 Acre Parcel at 1187 Black River RoadFORPASSED 7-0
February 10, 2026Third Reading: Amendment to Chapter 24 regarding Public Boat LandingsFORPASSED 7-0
February 10, 2026Passage of Kratom and Nitrous Oxide Ordinance (as amended)FORPASSED 7-0
February 10, 2026Tomlinson Amendment to Hemp and Cannabinoid OrdinanceFORPASSED 7-0
February 10, 2026Third Reading: Hemp and Cannabinoid Ordinance (as amended)FORPASSED 7-0
January 27, 2026Proclamation Honoring Patty Lou Templar (Resolution)FORPASSED unanimous
January 27, 2026Presentation by the Kershaw County Sheriff's FoundationFORPASSED unanimous
January 27, 2026Approval of January 13, 2026, Meeting MinutesFORPASSED unanimous
January 27, 2026Rezone 16.68 Acres at 1187 Black River Road (2nd Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
January 27, 2026Regulations for Public Boat Landings (2nd Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
January 27, 2026Prohibit Sale of Nitrous Oxide and Kratom to Minors (2nd Reading as amended)FORPASSED unanimous
January 27, 2026Retail Restrictions on Hemp-Derived and Synthetic Cannabinoids (2nd Reading as amended)FORPASSED unanimous
January 27, 2026Rezone 4.18 Acres at 209 Boulware Road (3rd Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
January 27, 2026Regulations for Golf Cart Operation (3rd Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
January 27, 2026Reappointment of Shannon West to Kershaw Health District (Seat #9)FORPASSED unanimous
January 13, 2026Proclamation Establishing Kershaw Environmental Collaborative (1st Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
January 13, 2026Resolution Commending SCDNR and Partners for Lynches River Log Jam Removal (1st Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
January 13, 2026Ordinance to Amend Zoning Map for 1187 Black River Road (1st Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
January 13, 2026Ordinance to Amend Regulations for Public Boat Landings (1st Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
January 13, 2026Ordinance to Restrict Sale of Nitrous Oxide and Kratom to Minors (1st Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
January 13, 2026Ordinance to Amend Zoning Map for 209 Boulware Road (2nd Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
January 13, 2026Ordinance to Establish Regulations for Golf Cart Operation (2nd Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
January 13, 2026Reappointment of Robert Horton to Planning Commission (District 2)FORPASSED unanimous
January 13, 2026Budget Work Session and Retreat Dates (1st Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
December 9, 2025Adoption of Agenda, Proclamations, Audit Presentation, Minutes Approval, Appointments, andFORPASSED unanimous
December 9, 2025Ordinance to Regulate Hemp-Derived/Synthetic Cannabinoid Retail (1st Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
December 9, 2025Ordinance to Rezone 4.18 acres at 209 Boulware Road (1st Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
December 9, 2025Ordinance to Establish Golf Cart Regulations (1st Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
December 9, 2025Resolution Approving 2026 Council Meeting Dates (None)FORPASSED unanimous
October 14, 2025Rezoning 0.50 Acre Parcel on Skyview Drive (2nd Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
October 14, 2025Joint Multi-County Business Park Agreement (3rd Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
October 14, 2025Kershaw County Comprehensive Plan (3rd Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
October 14, 2025Planning Commission Reappointment of Lanny Gunter (District 6)FORPASSED unanimous
October 14, 2025Recreation Advisory Commission Reappointment of Rick Jay (District 1)FORPASSED unanimous
October 14, 2025Planning Commission Reappointment of Mason Wolf (District 1)FORPASSED unanimous
October 14, 2025Settlement of Hintier v. Kershaw County (Executive Session)FORPASSED unanimous
October 14, 2025Opioid Litigation Settlement Authorization (Executive Session)FORPASSED unanimous
October 14, 2025Decommissioning and Dedication of Sand Ridge Sewer Station (Executive Session)FORPASSED unanimous
October 14, 2025County Administrator Contract Renewal (Executive Session)FORPASSED unanimous
September 23, 2025Multi-County Business Park with Lee County (2nd Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
September 23, 2025Comprehensive Plan Update (2nd Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
September 23, 2025Zoning Map Amendment for 1306 Skyview Drive (1st Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
September 23, 2025Unified Code of Zoning and Land Development Regulations Text Amendments (3rd Reading)FORPASSED 6-1
September 9, 2025First Reading of Ordinance to create a joint multi-county business park with Lee County (1FORPASSED 7-0
September 9, 2025Second Reading of Ordinance to amend Unified Code of Zoning and Land Development RegulatioFORPASSED 7-0
September 9, 2025Award of bid for Dr. Humphries and Mt. Olivet Road Improvements to Steed Clearing, GradingFORPASSED 7-0
September 9, 2025Acceptance of recommendations for Employee Relations Committee appointmentsFORPASSED 7-0
September 9, 2025Motion to enter Executive SessionFORPASSED 7-0
September 9, 2025Motion to come out of Executive SessionFORPASSED 7-0
September 9, 2025Motion to adjournFORPASSED 7-0
August 26, 2025Tomlinson Amendment to increase minimum lot size to 10 acres for Rural Event Venues and RuFORPASSED unanimous
August 26, 2025Ordinance for Event Venues with Tomlinson Amendment (3rd Reading)FORPASSED 6-1
August 26, 2025Deferral of Dr. Humphries and Mt. Olivet Road Improvements Bid (None)FORPASSED unanimous
August 26, 2025Approval of bid for Runway 6/24 and Taxiway A Lighting and Signage Rehabilitation (None)FORPASSED unanimous
August 26, 2025Reduction of Council meeting schedule to once per month from October through January (NoneFORPASSED unanimous
August 12, 2025Adoption of the AgendaFORPASSED unanimous
August 12, 2025Amendment of Minor Subdivision definition (2nd Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
August 12, 2025Tomlinson Amendment to Event Venue ordinanceFORPASSED unanimous
August 12, 2025Event Venue ordinance with Tomlinson Amendment (2nd Reading)FORPASSED 6-1
August 12, 2025Intergovernmental Judicial Services Agreement with the Town of CamdenFORPASSED unanimous
August 12, 2025Funding for Pecan Orchard Phase I ($350,000)FORPASSED unanimous
August 12, 2025Formation of a Smart Growth Rewrite CommitteeFORPASSED unanimous
August 12, 2025Routine procedural motionsFORPASSED unanimous
July 22, 2025Amendment to Unified Code of Zoning and Land Development (1st Reading)FORPASSED 4-2
July 22, 2025Ordinance for Commercial and Rural Event Venues (1st Reading)FORPASSED 5-1
July 22, 2025Intergovernmental Agreement with the Town of Elgin (1st Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
July 22, 2025Amendment to Joint Industrial and Business Park Agreement (2nd Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
July 22, 2025Sale and Conveyance of 205 Sumter Highway (3rd Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
July 22, 2025Impact Fees Ordinance and Capital Improvements Plan (3rd Reading)FORPASSED 5-1
July 22, 2025Temporary Moratorium on Subdivision Applications (3rd Reading)FORPASSED 4-2
July 22, 2025Master Equipment Lease Purchase for Fire Service (Resolution)FORPASSED unanimous
July 22, 2025Roof Repairs for Airport Hangars 2 and 3 (Contract Award)FORPASSED unanimous
July 8, 2025Agenda Adoption, Proclamation for Mel Pearson, Minutes Approval (June 17), and AdjournmentFORPASSED unanimous
July 8, 2025Amendment to Joint Industrial and Business Park Agreement (1st Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
July 8, 2025Sale of 205 Sumter Highway (2nd Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
July 8, 2025Development Impact Fees (2nd Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
July 8, 2025Special Source Revenue Credit Agreement (3rd Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
July 8, 2025Referral of Changes to Sections 6:2.2-1 and 6:2.2-2 to Planning CommissionFORPASSED unanimous
July 8, 2025Deferral of Executive Session Items 15A and 15B to July 22 MeetingFORPASSED unanimous
June 17, 2025FY 2025-2026 Budget Appropriation (3rd Reading)FORPASSED 5-2
June 17, 2025Development Impact Fees Ordinance (1st Reading)FORPASSED 6-1
June 17, 2025Kershaw County Library and Department on Aging MOA (2nd Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
June 10, 2025Proclamation for Elevate Fatherhood MonthFORPASSED unanimous
June 10, 2025Second Reading of Special Source Revenue Credit Agreement for Project NAMFORPASSED unanimous
June 10, 2025First Reading in Title Only of Ordinance for SC Department on Aging office spaceFORPASSED unanimous
June 10, 2025First Reading in Title Only of Ordinance for sale of 205 Sumter HighwayFORPASSED unanimous
June 10, 2025Resolution for Safe Streets grant applicationFORPASSED unanimous
June 10, 2025Reappoint Nick Moore to Kershaw County Health Service DistrictFORPASSED unanimous
May 27, 2025Rezone 3.75 Acre Parcel (TMS# 229-00-00-004) from MRD-1 to GD (1st Reading)FORPASSED 4-3
May 27, 2025Special Source Revenue Credit Agreement for Project NAM (1st Reading in Title Only)FORPASSED unanimous
May 27, 2025Catoe Amendment #1 to Budget OrdinanceFORPASSED 6-1
May 27, 2025Tucker Amendment #2 to Budget OrdinanceFORPASSED unanimous
May 27, 2025180-day Moratorium Ordinance (1st Reading, as amended)AGAINSTPASSED 5-2
May 27, 2025Lugoff Fire Department Mils Increase to 7.62FORPASSED unanimous
May 27, 2025Request for $30,000 donation to Catawba Wateree Water Management GroupFORFAILED 3-4
May 13, 2025Fire Hydrant Installation Requirements for Minor Subdivisions (3rd Reading)FORPASSED 5-1
May 13, 2025Conveyance of Water Facilities on Black River and Mt. Olivet Roads (3rd Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
May 13, 2025Authorization to Acquire Real Property at 124 Battleship Road (Executive Session Action)FORPASSED unanimous
May 13, 2025Approval of April 22 Regular Meeting Minutes (Amended)FORPASSED unanimous
May 13, 2025Approval of May 2 Special Called Meeting MinutesFORPASSED unanimous
April 8, 2025Emergency Procurement for Inmate HealthcareFORPASSED unanimous
April 8, 2025Agenda Adoption and Suspension of Rule 2.5(f)FORPASSED unanimous
April 8, 2025Ordinance for Fire Hydrants in Minor Subdivisions (1st Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
April 8, 2025Conveyance of Water Facilities on Black River and Mt. Olivet Roads (1st Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
April 8, 2025KC West Park Driveway and Parking Lot BidFORPASSED unanimous
April 8, 2025Rehabilitation of Baseball Facilities at Boyd Young and Copeland Parks BidFORPASSED unanimous
April 8, 2025Proclamations, Minutes, and Procedural VotesFORPASSED unanimous
March 25, 2025Chapter 32 Utilities Ordinance Amendment (3rd Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
March 25, 2025Construction Contract for WWTP Expansion (3 MGD)FORPASSED unanimous
March 25, 2025Safe Streets for All Safety Action Plan FundingFORPASSED unanimous
March 25, 2025Budget and Finance HousekeepingFORPASSED unanimous
March 11, 2025Multi-County Business Park Ordinance (3rd Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
March 11, 2025Chapter 32 Utility Ordinance Amendment (2nd Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
March 11, 2025Grant Match Funding for Pecan OrchardFORPASSED 6-1
February 25, 2025Airport Overlay District Ordinance (3rd Reading)FORPASSED 4-2
February 25, 2025Joint Multi-County Business Park Ordinance (2nd Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
February 25, 2025Routine Housekeeping ItemsFORPASSED unanimous
February 11, 2025Airport Overlay District (AOD) Ordinance with amendments (2nd Reading)FORPASSED 5-2
February 11, 2025Private Hangar Contracts Ordinance (2nd Reading)FORPASSED 6-1
February 11, 2025Fee-In-Lieu of Ad Valorem Taxes Agreement for Project Creed (1st Reading)FORPASSED 5-2
February 11, 2025Multi-County Business Park Ordinance (1st Reading)FORPASSED 6-1
February 11, 2025Sewer Ordinance amendments (1st Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
February 11, 2025Routine items (Agenda adoption, Proclamations for Black History Month and Dr. H.W. HulteenFORPASSED unanimous
January 28, 2025Adopt the Agenda (None)FORPASSED unanimous
January 28, 2025AOD Ordinance as Amended (1st Reading)FORPASSED 5-2
January 28, 2025Airport Hangar Contracts and Fees (1st Reading)FORPASSED 6-1
January 28, 2025Fee-In-Lieu of Ad Valorem Taxes for Project Creed (1st Reading)FORPASSED 5-2
January 28, 2025Employee Relations Committee Appointments (None)FORPASSED unanimous
January 28, 2025Reappointment of Vice-Chairman Russell Brazell (None)FORPASSED 6-0
January 14, 2025Agenda Amendment to remove three itemsFORPASSED unanimous
January 14, 2025Proclamation for North Central High School Volleyball TeamFORPASSED unanimous
January 14, 2025Approval of December 10, 2024, Meeting MinutesFORPASSED unanimous
January 14, 2025Resolution Establishing 2025 Council Meeting DatesFORPASSED unanimous
January 14, 2025Bid Award for Woodward Park Improvements to Kershaw BuildersFORPASSED unanimous
January 14, 2025Bid Award for Landfill Yard Waste Grinding to Lee County Composting and RecyclingFORPASSED unanimous
January 14, 2025Authorization for Irish Fest 2025 at the County AirportFORPASSED unanimous
January 14, 2025Reappointment of Finance Committee membersFORPASSED unanimous
January 14, 2025Appointment of Steve Henderson to Charlotte Water (IBT) Stakeholder Advisory GroupFORPASSED unanimous
December 10, 2024Fee-In-Lieu of Taxes Agreement for Project New Life (3rd Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
December 10, 2024Textile Mill Site Certification for Former TB Kawashima Site (3rd Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
December 10, 2024Memorandum of Understanding with Health Services District of Kershaw CountyFORPASSED 6-1
December 10, 2024Housekeeping/Procedural Votes (Agenda adoption, minutes approval, appointments, executive FORPASSED unanimous
November 21, 2024Certification of Former TB Kawashima USA Mill Site (2nd Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
November 21, 2024Award of Bid for Wateree River Veterans Park Boat Ramp ConstructionFORPASSED unanimous
November 21, 2024Appointment of Mason Wolfe to the Planning CommissionFORPASSED unanimous
November 12, 2024Fee-in-Lieu of Ad Valorem Taxes Agreement for Project New Life (2nd Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
November 12, 2024Ordinance to certify the former TB Kawashima USA Mill site (1st Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
November 12, 2024Routine housekeeping votes (Agenda adoption/amendments, retirement proclamation, minutes aFORPASSED unanimous
October 22, 2024Amendment to ZLDR regarding Large-Scale Commercial Standalone Solar Energy Farm (3rd ReadiFORPASSED 6-0
October 22, 2024Zoning Map Amendment for 1750 Highway 1 North (3rd Reading)FORPASSED 6-0
October 22, 2024Community Medical Clinic of Kershaw County Property Conveyance (3rd Reading)FORPASSED 6-0
October 22, 2024Motion to cancel the November 26th and December 24th meetingsFORPASSED 5-1
October 8, 2024Amend agenda to remove Item 6B (Solar Farm Public Hearing)FORPASSED unanimous
October 8, 2024Adopt the agenda as amendedFORPASSED 5-1
October 8, 2024Approval of minutes for September 24, 2024FORPASSED unanimous
October 8, 2024Case 24-22 - Zoning amendment regarding solar energy farm community meetings (2nd Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
October 8, 2024Case 24-24 - Rezoning 10.43 acres from RD-2 to GD (2nd Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
October 8, 2024Three-part amendment to Community Medical Clinic land ordinanceFORPASSED unanimous
October 8, 2024Community Medical Clinic land ordinance (2nd Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
October 8, 2024Inducement Resolution for Project New LifeFORPASSED unanimous
October 8, 2024Award bid for Airport Hanger 1 and 2A Roof ProjectFORPASSED unanimous
October 8, 2024Appoint Jonathan Proctor to Planning CommissionFORPASSED unanimous
October 8, 2024Appoint Ben Connell to Santee-Lynches COG BoardFORPASSED unanimous
October 8, 2024Enter Executive SessionFORPASSED 5-1
October 8, 2024Exit Executive SessionFORPASSED unanimous
October 8, 2024Clarify duties and supervision of Clerk to County CouncilFORPASSED 5-1
October 8, 2024Adjourn the meetingFORPASSED unanimous
September 24, 2024Storm Water Management and Pecan Orchard Funding (Emergency Funding)FORPASSED unanimous
September 24, 2024Zoning Amendment for Large-Scale Commercial Solar Farms (1st Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
September 24, 2024Rezoning 10.43 Acres at 1750 Highway 1 North (1st Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
September 24, 2024Conveyance of Property to Community Medical Clinic (1st Reading, as amended)FORPASSED unanimous
September 24, 2024Approval of Minutes (Sept 10, 2024)FORPASSED unanimous
January 23, 2024Resolution Opposing US Highway 521 Widening (Deferral)AGAINSTPASSED 4-3
January 23, 2024Appointing Larry Gunner to Planning and Zoning CommissionAGAINSTPASSED 6-1
August 22, 2023Minimum Lot Size Requirement for Residential Development (3rd Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
August 22, 2023Removal of Conservation Table from Zoning Ordinance (3rd Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
August 22, 2023Technical Correction to Zoning Ordinance Table (3rd Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
August 22, 2023Reduction of Mobile Home Density (3rd Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
August 22, 2023Amendment to Joint County Industrial Park Agreement (2nd Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
August 22, 2023Amendment to Stormwater Management Ordinance (1st Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
August 22, 2023Amendment regarding RV Park Stay Limits (1st Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
August 22, 2023Lease Agreement for Mount Pisgah Resource Center (1st Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
August 22, 2023Inducement Resolution for Project Tree (Resolution)FORPASSED unanimous
August 22, 2023Appointment of Chris Renfro to Tourism Advisory CommitteeFORPASSED unanimous
August 22, 2023Appointment of Paul White, Paul Curtis, and Scott Chambers to Airport CommissionFORPASSED unanimous
August 22, 2023Appointment of Leo Scott to Health Services District Seat 3FORPASSED unanimous
August 8, 202360-Acre Rezoning at Wildwood Lane (2nd Reading)AGAINSTFAILED 1-4
August 8, 2023Minimum 15,000 Sq. Ft. Lot Size for Residential Development (2nd Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
August 8, 2023Correction of Site-Built Housing Categories in ZLDR (2nd Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
August 8, 2023Reduction of Manufactured Home Density to 3 per Acre (2nd Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
August 8, 2023Amendment to Joint County Industrial Park Agreement (1st Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
July 27, 2023FY 2023-2024 Budget (3rd Reading)FORPASSED 6-1
July 27, 2023FY 2023-2024 Millage Rate (3rd Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
July 27, 2023Amendment to Zoning Ordinance Membership Terms (3rd Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
July 27, 2023Amendment to Zoning Ordinance Removal Procedure (3rd Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
July 27, 2023Rezoning 2.58 Acres on Tickle Hill Road (1st Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
July 27, 2023Rezoning 46 Acres near Carolina Motor Sports Park (1st Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
July 27, 2023SCDOT Letter for COG Reassignment (New Business)FORPASSED unanimous
December 15, 2022Agenda Amendment to Adjust Date and TimeAGAINSTPASSED 3-2
November 9, 2022Approval of Minutes (October 25, 2022)FORPASSED unanimous
November 9, 2022Rezoning 53 acres for Carolina Motorsports Park (2nd Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
November 9, 2022Project Orion Fee-in-Lieu of Taxes Agreement (2nd Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
November 9, 2022Grievance Committee Appointment (Yasmin Modesto)FORPASSED unanimous
November 9, 2022Planning Commission Appointment (Claude Eichelberger)FORPASSED unanimous
November 9, 2022Recreation Advisory Commission Appointment (Rick Jay)FORPASSED unanimous
November 9, 2022Public Comment Guidelines Amendment (Streaming/Recording)FORPASSED unanimous
October 11, 2022Proclamation Honoring Mr. Robert Samuel Jones (1st Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
October 11, 2022Approval of Meeting MinutesFORPASSED unanimous
October 11, 2022Resolution for $85,460 Matching Grant for Bethune Fire DistrictFORPASSED unanimous
October 11, 2022Rezoning 53 Acres Near Carolina Motorsports Park (1st Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
October 11, 2022Appointment of Jason Endress to Boards and CommissionsFORPASSED unanimous
October 11, 2022Reappointment of George Harkins to Planning and Zoning CommissionFORPASSED unanimous
October 11, 2022Appointment of Libby Davis to Planning and Zoning CommissionFORPASSED unanimous
September 13, 2022Proclamation Honoring the Post-17 American Legion Baseball TeamFORPASSED unanimous
September 13, 2022Resolution Supporting the SC Revolutionary War Sestercentennial CommissionFORPASSED unanimous
September 13, 2022Codification Enabling Ordinance (3rd Reading)FORPASSED unanimous
September 13, 2022Appointment of Amy Kynard to A-Tax CommitteeFORPASSED unanimous
September 13, 2022Appointment of Beth Ford to A-Tax CommitteeFORPASSED unanimous
September 13, 2022Appointment of Becky Robinson to Clean Community CommissionFORPASSED unanimous
September 13, 2022Appointment of Pam Delk to Clean Community CommissionFORPASSED unanimous
September 13, 2022Appointment of Bob G. and Georgie to Library BoardFORPASSED unanimous
September 13, 2022Appointment of Dr. John Ellington to Library BoardFORPASSED unanimous
September 13, 2022Appointment of Dr. Kristin Christie to Library BoardFORPASSED unanimous
September 13, 2022Appointment of Robert Horton to Planning CommissionFORPASSED unanimous
September 13, 2022Appointment of Mr. Culp to Recreation CommitteeFORPASSED unanimous

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