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April 28, 2026

Public comment Eleven residents addressed the Council, primarily regarding residential growth and the proposed permit allocation system. Several speakers expressed concerns that the system could negatively impact local contractors and the broader construction economy. Others supported the ordinance as a necessary measu…

April 14, 2026

Discussed, no vote - Homestead Exemption Plan: Vice-Chairman Brazell proposed a multi-year plan to increase homestead exemptions for seniors, eventually aiming for full tax exemptions for those over 75 with homes valued under $500,000. No vote was taken; the Council will continue to study fiscal impacts. - Pecan Orchar…

March 24, 2026

The headline Pecan Orchard drainage repairs move forward. Following an executive session, the Council authorized the County Administrator to proceed with significant heavy maintenance and drainage improvements within the Pecan Orchard subdivision. The Council also voted to pursue the purchase of a vacant lot in the sub…

February 24, 2026

Discussed, no vote - Emergency Services Strategy: Council held a lengthy discussion on potential short-term and long-term solutions for rural EMS access, including the potential deployment of quick response vehicles (QRVs) and future station upgrades. - Pecan Orchard Stormwater Issues: Residents requested updates on dr…

January 13, 2026

Discussed, no vote - Kershaw Environmental Collaborative: Council adopted a proclamation establishing a pilot partnership with the South Carolina Department of Environmental Services (DES) to improve environmental stewardship and watershed protection. - Lynches River Log Jam Resolution: Council adopted a resolution com…

December 9, 2025

Discussed, no vote - Pecan Orchard Project: Council discussed project timelines, noting that permitting is underway; members requested a progress update at the January meeting. - West Wateree Pickleball Courts: Council reviewed a $105,000 private donation offered for the construction of pickleball courts; staff will re…

August 12, 2025

Votes at a glance - Adoption of the Agenda: PASSED (Unanimous). - Approval of the Minutes for July 22, 2025: PASSED 6-0 (R. Brazell abstained). - Amendment of Minor Subdivision definition (2nd Reading): PASSED (Unanimous). - Tomlinson Amendment to Event Venue ordinance: PASSED (Unanimous). - Event Venue ordinance with …

July 22, 2025

Coming up - The Finance Committee is scheduled to meet on July 30, 2025, at 4:00 p.m. to discuss solutions for stormwater issues in the Pecan Orchard subdivision.

June 17, 2025

Public comment Residents voiced concerns regarding unchecked growth, the need for clarity on rural event venue ordinances, and persistent storm water and infrastructure maintenance issues within the Pecan Orchard neighborhood. Another resident thanked the council for their balanced approach to evaluating growth and loc…

May 27, 2025

Discussed, no vote The council held discussions regarding the county budget process, including line items for attorney fees, information technology security mandates, and the Catawba Wateree Water Management Group funding request. Council members also received updates from the County Administrator regarding the denied …

March 11, 2025

The headline 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…

February 25, 2025

Discussed, no vote - Pecan Orchard Infrastructure: Council discussed the recent engineering study regarding storm water drainage issues in the Pecan Orchard subdivision. The matter was referred to the Finance Committee to explore funding options, including a potential 75% matching grant from the South Carolina Rural In…

November 12, 2024

Discussed, no vote - Conflict of Interest Policy: Councilman Jimmy Jones introduced a motion to discuss what constitutes a conflict of interest, but the item failed due to a lack of a second. - Equine Industry Presentation: Representatives from the Equine Park presented on the facility's economic impact and a $65,000 b…

October 22, 2024

Discussed, no vote - Pecan Orchard and Stormwater: County Administrator Danny Templar updated the council on ongoing survey work, ditch cleaning, and engineering timelines for the Pecan Orchard area. - Airport Contracts: Council discussed ongoing efforts to update airport hangar contracts and fee structures, with some …

September 24, 2024

The headline Council approved $210,300 in emergency funding to address urgent storm water and flooding concerns, including specific infrastructure improvements for the Pecan Orchard subdivision. This decision authorizes both a broad storm water management study for the county and an immediate hydrology study for the Pe…

September 10, 2024

Discussed, no vote - Finance Committee Update: Councilman Sammie Tucker Jr. provided a briefing on the Pecan Orchard subdivision. The committee is seeking a holistic long-term approach to stormwater management and expects to provide a comprehensive report during the September 24 council meeting. - Project Status Report…

August 27, 2024

The headline Council members officially appointed Councilman Russell Brazell as Vice-Chairman and moved to transfer a request for Pecan Orchard subdivision stormwater funding to the Finance Committee. The council held a substantive discussion regarding the drainage challenges in Pecan Orchard, emphasizing the need for …

August 13, 2024

Discussed, no vote - Council Amendments: During the third reading of the airport moratorium, a motion to exempt houses of worship from the development restrictions failed in a 3-3 tie. - Storm Water Concerns: Residents of the Pecan Orchard subdivision testified regarding long-standing sewage and storm water drainage is…