Council enacted a temporary moratorium on data centers and cryptocurrency operations
The council voted to pause the acceptance and review of applications for data centers, data processing facilities, and cryptocurrency mining operations to allow time for the development of new zoning regulations and to monitor state-level regulatory actions. This measure aims to address community concerns regarding infrastructure impact and noise pollution.
Moratorium on Data Centers and Cryptocurrency Operations (3rd Reading):
Unanimous · 7-0
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PASSED (Unanimous)
Votes at a glance ▸ showhide
Performance Standards for Energy Infrastructure (1st Reading):
Unanimous · 7-0
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PASSED (Unanimous)
Exceptions to Height Limitations for Energy Infrastructure (2nd Reading):
Yes 4 · No 3
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PASSED For 4 · Against 3
Residential Master Planned District (RMPD) Overlay (2nd Reading - Deferral):
Housing
Unanimous · 7-0
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PASSED (Unanimous). The council voted to indefinitely defer this item until it can be reviewed as part of the broader ZLDR rewrite
Private Hangar Contract at Kershaw County Airport (3rd Reading):
Unanimous · 7-0
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PASSED (Unanimous)
Moratorium on Data Centers and Cryptocurrency Operations (3rd Reading):
Unanimous · 7-0
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PASSED (Unanimous)
Directional Signs for Hospital and Medical Facilities (3rd Reading):
Unanimous · 7-0
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PASSED (Unanimous)
Clarification of Exempt Subdivision Conditions (3rd Reading):
Development
Yes 5 · No 1
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PASSED For 5 · Against 1. The ordinance was passed following an amendment regarding plat notes and state law references
Fire Hydrant Requirements in Subdivisions (3rd Reading):
DevelopmentEMS & fire
Unanimous · 7-0
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PASSED (Unanimous)
Discussed, no vote ▸ showhide
- Proclamations: Council honored the 117th Engineer Brigade, Task Force Castle, for their service and accepted an American flag flown in their honor. They also recognized the Woolard Technology Center FFA and 4-H chapters for their state championship win in horse judging and national Gold Emblem recognition.
- Resolution 6A: Honoring the life of Laverne McKenzie was deferred to the first meeting in October due to the family's inability to attend.
Public comment ▸ showhide
Residents expressed several concerns during the public comment period:
Animal Services: A speaker requested improved animal shelter facilities and clearer regulations on humane tethering.
Zoning/Data Centers: Several speakers raised concerns about the environmental impact, water usage, noise levels, and transparency regarding data center projects, specifically questioning the current zoning height variances and traffic studies.
Surveillance: A speaker criticized the use of Flock safety cameras, labeling them a breach of privacy and an overreach of government power.
Infrastructure: A resident reported ongoing maintenance issues on Race Street regarding drainage and emergency vehicle access.
Coming up ▸ showhide
- Finance Committee Meeting: Scheduled for Wednesday, September 23, 2026, at 3:00 p.m.
- Early Voting: Runs from October 19 through October 31, 2026, at the Camden City Arena and Elgin Community Center.
- Next Council Meeting: First meeting in October, which will include the deferred resolution honoring Laverne McKenzie.
Independent summary, generated from the county's public video, not an official county communication.