Kershaw County Council heard a formal proposal from the Health Services District of Kershaw County to partner on a $10 million outdoor recreation facility
The Health Services District and MUSC have pledged a combined $5 million and are requesting a matching $5 million commitment from the County to enhance recreational infrastructure, including upgrades to Woodward Park.
Appointment of Chairwoman Katie Guinn to the Santee Lynches Council of Governments:
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Adoption of agenda:
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Acceptance of North Central High School proclamation:
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Acceptance of Black History Month proclamation:
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Approval of January 24, 2023 minutes:
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Appointment of Grievance Committee members Ginny Ray, Matt Seals, Autumn Furniss, and Liz Brown:
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Appointment of Chairwoman Katie Guinn to the Santee Lynches Council of Governments:
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Motion to go into executive session:
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Motion to adjourn:
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- Santee Lynches COG Grants: Sylvia Frierson briefed the Council on the availability of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds, noting that while the application process is statewide, the Council must prioritize local projects and engage in upcoming public hearings, specifically the session scheduled for March 14.
- Budget Retreat: Council members discussed the upcoming budget retreat scheduled for February 24 and 25, which will involve presentations from 35 county departments to assist the new council members in their financial oversight.
- Cassatt Fire Station: Administrator Danny Templar reported that the mobilization cost for the Cassatt Fire Station was $30,000.
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- Needs Assessment Public Hearing: March 14, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. in Room 207 of the Government Center.
- Health Services District Proposal: The Council has requested a 90-day window to deliberate on the proposed $5 million matching commitment for the outdoor recreation facility project.
This is an independent summary prepared from the county's official published minutes and the meeting's live stream, not an official county communication.