Source: Official approved minutes of the Kershaw County Council.
The headline
Kershaw County Council officially honored the memory of two Lugoff-Elgin High School students by dedicating March 10, 2026, as Samantha Gladden and Maryann Large Day. The council and community members celebrated the installation of two memorial benches at the high school, a project organized by the senior class to foster remembrance and compassion.
Adoption of the agenda for March 10, 2026:
Council formally approved the meeting agenda for March 10, 2026, through a unanimous vote.
Yes 4 · No 0
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How they voted - unanimous
✓ Ben Connell✓ Derek Shoemake✓ Brant Tomlinson✓ Danny CatoeWhat this was about
This procedural vote was required to officially set the agenda for the March 10, 2026, council meeting. It is a standard legislative step that ensures all items, including proclamations, presentations, and appointments, are legally recognized for discussion and action under the Freedom of Information Act. The motion was made by Councilman Danny Catoe and seconded by Councilman Brant Tomlinson. The vote was unanimous among the four council members physically present, with three other members attending remotely. By passing this motion, the council formally adopted the list of agenda items provided in the official meeting packet, allowing the proceedings to move forward in an orderly fashion. No objections or amendments were raised by council members or the public regarding the proposed schedule of business for the evening.
PASSED For 4 · Against 0 (unanimous)
Votes at a glance ▸ tap to showtap to hide
Adoption of the agenda for March 10, 2026:
Council formally approved the meeting agenda for March 10, 2026, through a unanimous vote.
Yes 4 · No 0
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How they voted - unanimous
✓ Ben Connell✓ Derek Shoemake✓ Brant Tomlinson✓ Danny CatoeWhat this was about
This procedural vote was required to officially set the agenda for the March 10, 2026, council meeting. It is a standard legislative step that ensures all items, including proclamations, presentations, and appointments, are legally recognized for discussion and action under the Freedom of Information Act. The motion was made by Councilman Danny Catoe and seconded by Councilman Brant Tomlinson. The vote was unanimous among the four council members physically present, with three other members attending remotely. By passing this motion, the council formally adopted the list of agenda items provided in the official meeting packet, allowing the proceedings to move forward in an orderly fashion. No objections or amendments were raised by council members or the public regarding the proposed schedule of business for the evening.
PASSED For 4 · Against 0 (unanimous)
Approval of the February 24, 2026, meeting minutes:
Council members unanimously approved the official minutes from the previous meeting on February 24, 2026.
Yes 7 · No 0
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How they voted - unanimous
✓ Ben Connell✓ Russell Brazell✓ Sammie Tucker Jr.✓ Derek Shoemake✓ Jimmy Jones✓ Brant Tomlinson✓ Danny CatoeWhat this was about
The approval of meeting minutes is a routine administrative function that ensures the county's official records accurately reflect past actions and decisions. By formally voting to approve the February 24, 2026, minutes, the council validates the history of its previous session, confirming that the summary presented by the clerk is an authentic account of the proceedings. Councilman Derek Shoemake moved to approve the minutes, and the motion was seconded by Councilman Brant Tomlinson. The approval was unanimous, including support from members participating both in person and remotely. This action maintains transparency and keeps the county's regulatory documentation up to date as required by state law. No corrections to the minutes were requested by the council or the public during this portion of the meeting.
PASSED For 7 · Against 0 (unanimous)
Appointment of Monica Frazier to the Accommodations Tax Advisory Commission (ATAX):
Council unanimously reappointed Monica Frazier to serve on the Accommodations Tax Advisory Commission.
Taxes & budgetAppointments
Yes 7 · No 0
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How they voted - unanimous
✓ Ben Connell✓ Russell Brazell✓ Sammie Tucker Jr.✓ Derek Shoemake✓ Jimmy Jones✓ Brant Tomlinson✓ Danny CatoeWhat this was about
This vote confirms the reappointment of Monica Frazier to the Accommodations Tax Advisory Commission (ATAX). The commission plays a critical role in advising the council on how to allocate funds generated by local accommodations taxes, which support tourism-related projects throughout Kershaw County. Councilman Danny Catoe initiated the motion for the reappointment, recognizing her past service and commitment to the community. The vote was unanimous, reflecting the council's consensus on her continued role within the commission. Reappointing members like Frazier helps maintain continuity and institutional knowledge within the advisory board as the council prepares for the upcoming budget season. No opposition was voiced, and the appointment was processed following standard local board appointment procedures.
PASSED For 7 · Against 0 (unanimous)
Enter Executive Session to discuss a personnel and employment matter:
The council voted to enter a private session to discuss personnel and employment issues.
Yes 6 · No 0
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✓ Every member present voted yes
What this was about
The council moved to enter an Executive Session to discuss a sensitive personnel and employment matter, citing South Carolina Code § 30-4-70 (A)(1). This section of the law allows public bodies to go into a closed session when discussing specific personnel issues that require privacy for the individuals involved. Councilman Danny Catoe made the motion, which was seconded by Councilman Russell Brazell. The session lasted approximately 27 minutes, starting at 7:18 p.m. and concluding at 7:45 p.m. Consistent with council policy, no votes were taken during this closed-door portion of the meeting, and no action was reported upon the council's return to public session. This process is a standard legal safeguard to protect confidentiality when dealing with sensitive administrative or employment-related matters within county government.
PASSED For 6 · Against 0 (unanimous)
Discussed, no vote ▸ tap to showtap to hide
- EMS Presentation: Director of Emergency Services Will Glover presented a statistical update on county-wide call volumes and response times. Council members discussed the potential use of deployable off-road medical units to improve response times in rural areas.
- Appointments to Boards: Council members held initial discussions regarding upcoming vacancies on the Planning and Zoning Commission and the Board of Zoning Appeals. Several reappointments were moved to the March 24th agenda to ensure proper rotation and process.
- Parks and Recreation: Council members and staff addressed recent vandalism at Bethune Park and updates regarding the Boyd Young Copeland and Mount Pisgah fields, noting that grass establishment and repairs are currently underway.
- Columbia Green Partnership: The council reviewed a memorandum of understanding for a "Beat the Heat" tree-planting program, which would provide native shade trees to property owners.
Public comment ▸ tap to showtap to hide
Four residents addressed the council: - Tom Webb spoke regarding his views on the death of Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia. - Ann Newell requested a study on voter registration and population growth in the Liberty Hill district and expressed concerns regarding the balance of funding between recreation projects and EMS services. - Lee Reed provided a critique of the construction costs and specifications for a new office facility at the Bethune Recycle Center, questioning the project's financial efficiency. - Benjamin Garnett introduced the "Beat the Heat" tree-planting initiative by the nonprofit Columbia Green, requesting the county consider a partnership agreement to bring the program to residents.
Coming up ▸ tap to showtap to hide
- Budget Workshop: Thursday, March 12, 2026, at 4:00 p.m.
- Next Regular Council Meeting: Tuesday, March 24, 2026.
This is an independent summary prepared from the county's official published minutes and the meeting's live stream, not an official county communication.