Council moves to renegotiate solar fee structures for three major projects
Following significant discussion, the Council approved second readings for two Fee-In-Lieu of Ad Valorem Taxes (FILOT) ordinances and a first reading for a third, all amended to remove specific $2,500 per-megawatt fees. Council members directed the Economic Development Department to renegotiate these terms to ensure more favorable financial arrangements for the county.
FILOT Ordinance for Project White Oak (2nd Reading):
Taxes & budget
Unanimous · 7-0
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PASSED (Unanimous)
Votes at a glance ▸ showhide
FILOT Ordinance for Project White Oak (2nd Reading):
Taxes & budget
Unanimous · 7-0
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PASSED (Unanimous)
Bethune Property Conveyance Ordinance (2nd Reading):
Development
Unanimous · 7-0
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PASSED (Unanimous). The ordinance includes new language adding a right of first refusal for the town regarding retained acreage
FILOT Ordinance for Project Tree (2nd Reading):
Taxes & budget
Unanimous · 7-0
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PASSED (Unanimous)
Inducement Resolution for Project Sandy:
Unanimous · 7-0
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PASSED (Unanimous)
FILOT Ordinance for Project Sandy (1st Reading):
Taxes & budget
Unanimous · 7-0
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PASSED (Unanimous)
Housekeeping and routine votes ▸ showhide
The Council voted unanimously (7-0) to remove an executive session regarding a personnel matter from the agenda, approve the amended agenda, and adjourn the meeting.
Discussed, no vote ▸ showhide
- Camden Burial Report: Attorney John DuBose presented a timeline regarding the reinterment of soldiers at the Quaker Cemetery. The Council discussed the lack of public notification and the role of the U.S. Army in determining the nature of the event.
- Planning Commission Appointment: Council appointed Clifton S. Emmons to the Planning Commission to fill the District 3 vacancy.
- Appointments: The Council discussed vacancies on the Assessment Appeals Board and the Clean Community Commission, noting that the city of Camden has yet to provide a nomination for the latter.
Public comment ▸ showhide
One member of the public, Tom Webb III, addressed the Council. He expressed concerns regarding the reliability of solar power, national security, and the potential impact of future housing developments on local infrastructure.
Coming up ▸ showhide
- Next Council Meeting: Tuesday, December 12, 2023.
- Pending Actions: Third readings and public hearings for the Project Tree, Project White Oak, and Project Sandy ordinances are tentatively scheduled for the December 12th meeting.
This is an independent summary prepared from the county's official published minutes and the meeting's live stream, not an official county communication.