Council initiates a 12-month moratorium on data centers to allow time for regulatory development
Following extensive public comment and internal debate, the council voted to move forward with a 12-month moratorium on data center construction. The council aims to use this period to draft specific zoning and safety regulations while monitoring potential state-level legislation.
Master Planned Development District Ordinance (Deferred):
Development
Unanimous · 7-0
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PASSED (Unanimous). The council voted to defer this item for two meetings
Votes at a glance ▸ showhide
Private Hangar Contract at Kershaw County Airport (1st Reading):
Yes 6 · No 1
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PASSED For 6 · Against 1
Multi-County Industrial Park Agreement with Lancaster County (1st Reading):
Jobs & economyParks & rec
Yes 4 · No 3
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PASSED For 4 · Against 3
Amendments to ZLDR Height Limitations (1st Reading):
Yes 4 · No 3
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PASSED For 4 · Against 3
Master Planned Development District Ordinance (Deferred):
Development
Unanimous · 7-0
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PASSED (Unanimous). The council voted to defer this item for two meetings
Probate Judge Special Commitment Hearings Resolution (Final):
Unanimous · 7-0
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PASSED (Unanimous)
Data Center Moratorium (Motion to Amend/1st Reading process):
Unanimous · 7-0
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PASSED (Unanimous). Council approved a 12-month moratorium for the next agenda
Cancel November 24 and December 22 Council Meetings:
Unanimous · 7-0
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PASSED (Unanimous)
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- Inmate Work Crews/Road Crews: Council discussed the feasibility of using inmates for road litter cleanup. Staff cited legal and constitutional limitations, noting that many current detainees are violent offenders or pre-sentenced, making road labor difficult. Council requested further data from the jail administrator.
- Convenience Center Hours: Council debated the recent decision to limit hours at convenience centers. While staff highlighted significant cost savings and reduced out-of-county dumping, council members raised concerns regarding service accessibility for residents on Lake Wat 水ery. Staff will continue to monitor the data and assess potential adjustments.
Public comment ▸ showhide
Nine residents addressed the council regarding data centers, the proposed gas power plant, and convenience center hours. Speakers expressed deep concerns about the environmental impact of data centers, potential noise and water usage, and the need for stricter regulations.
Other comments addressed property damage caused by road maintenance equipment and requested more transparency regarding ongoing industrial projects.
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- Council will review data and potential operational adjustments for convenience centers at future meetings.
- The 12-month moratorium on data centers will return for formal first reading.
- A report on jail rosters regarding inmate work crew eligibility is expected in two meetings.
Independent summary, generated from the county's public video, not an official county communication.