Council approved critical grant funding to address drainage issues in the Pecan Orchard neighborhood
In a split vote, council authorized the county administrator to apply for $705,407 in state grant funds to address persistent stormwater and flooding problems. The county committed to providing a 25% local match of $235,136 from capital reserves, contingent on the grant being awarded.
Grant Match Funding for Pecan Orchard:
Grants
Yes 6 · No 1
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PASSED For 6 · Against 1
Votes at a glance ▸ showhide
Multi-County Business Park Ordinance (3rd Reading):
Jobs & economyParks & rec
Unanimous · 7-0
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PASSED (Unanimous)
Chapter 32 Utility Ordinance Amendment (2nd Reading):
Water & sewer
Unanimous · 7-0
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PASSED (Unanimous)
Grant Match Funding for Pecan Orchard:
Grants
Yes 6 · No 1
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PASSED For 6 · Against 1
Discussed, no vote ▸ showhide
- Housekeeping: Council unanimously approved the meeting agenda (with amendments), minutes for the February 25, 2025 meeting, and motions to enter and exit executive sessions.
- Lake Wateree Algae Treatment: Representatives from the Lake Wateree Association presented data on the spread of Lyngbya algae and potential multi-year chemical treatment plans. Council requested that staff coordinate with stakeholders on funding and next steps.
- Whiting Way Zoning and Engineering: Council discussed a private development project involving stormwater and engineering hurdles. No formal action was taken as the matter remains in the permitting phase with state agencies.
- Ad Hoc Committees: Chairman Connell appointed members to the new Equine Task Force and the Ad Hoc Stormwater Advisory Committee.
Public comment ▸ showhide
Three residents addressed the council: Lynn Konto spoke in support of the Equine Task Force; Lawrence Gray requested assistance with home internet access; and Tom Webb III discussed the county litter ordinance.
Coming up ▸ showhide
- Council Meeting: March 25, 2025.
- Town Hall Event: March 20, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. at Blaney Baptist Church regarding West Wateree and Elgin area concerns.
This is an independent summary prepared from the county's official published minutes and the meeting's live stream, not an official county communication.