Council passes new regulations to curb access to intoxicating hemp products and kratom for minors
The ordinance, approved on second reading, adds conditional use restrictions and age requirements for retailers to better protect county youth.
Prohibit Sale of Nitrous Oxide and Kratom to Minors (2nd Reading as amended):
Unanimous · 6-0
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PASSED (Unanimous). The amendment aligns the ordinance with state law by setting the legal age for kratom purchase at 21
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Proclamation Honoring Patty Lou Templar (Resolution):
Unanimous · 6-0
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PASSED (Unanimous)
Presentation by the Kershaw County Sheriff's Foundation:
Public safety
Unanimous · 6-0
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PASSED (Unanimous)
Approval of January 13, 2026, Meeting Minutes:
Unanimous · 6-0
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PASSED (Unanimous)
Rezone 16.68 Acres at 1187 Black River Road (2nd Reading):
DevelopmentRoads
Unanimous · 6-0
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PASSED (Unanimous). The property will move from RD-1 to MRD-1 to allow for the placement of double-wide manufactured homes
Regulations for Public Boat Landings (2nd Reading):
Unanimous · 6-0
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PASSED (Unanimous). This update clarifies prohibited activities, such as camping and unauthorized commercial use, at county-maintained boat landings
Prohibit Sale of Nitrous Oxide and Kratom to Minors (2nd Reading as amended):
Unanimous · 6-0
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PASSED (Unanimous). The amendment aligns the ordinance with state law by setting the legal age for kratom purchase at 21
Retail Restrictions on Hemp-Derived and Synthetic Cannabinoids (2nd Reading as amended):
Unanimous · 6-0
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PASSED (Unanimous). This adds conditional use status for these retailers in GD and B-2 districts and requires secure storage and clear signage
Rezone 4.18 Acres at 209 Boulware Road (3rd Reading):
DevelopmentRoads
Unanimous · 6-0
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PASSED (Unanimous). This rezoning changes the parcel from GD to B-2
Regulations for Golf Cart Operation (3rd Reading):
DevelopmentRoadsParks & rec
Unanimous · 6-0
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PASSED (Unanimous). This ordinance permits the operation of golf carts during nighttime hours if equipped with proper lighting, provided they remain on roads with speed limits of 35 mph or less
Reappointment of Shannon West to Kershaw Health District (Seat #9):
Appointments
Unanimous · 6-0
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PASSED (Unanimous)
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Council held an executive session for a legal briefing regarding a matter subject to attorney-client privilege. There was no public action taken following the session.
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There were no public comments during the meeting.
Coming up ▸ showhide
- The next Kershaw County Council meeting is scheduled for February 2026.
- Planning Commission appointments for District 5 are expected to be on the February agenda.
- Further discussion on increasing the separation distance requirement (currently 500 feet) for hemp retailers is expected at the third reading of the hemp ordinance.
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