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Abbeville public meetings in 2024

18 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Wed Dec 11, 2024

City Council

Council to consider $2.5M utility bonds, Hurricane Helene budget amendment

The City Council will hold a second reading on a budget amendment for Hurricane Helene recovery costs and first readings on a $2.5 million utility bond issuance, flood prevention code updates, and property deed clarification. The agenda also includes approval of bids for a solid waste boom truck and IT services, a discussion of dedicating East Greenwood Street to Martin Luther King Jr., and executive session topics including Lake Secession mediation and a potential property purchase.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $2.5M utility bond ordinance on first reading

The council approved several ordinances and resolutions, including a $2.5 million utility system improvement bond ordinance (first reading) and a budget amendment for Hurricane Helene recovery costs (second reading, 8-1). It also approved first readings for flood damage prevention code changes, a quit claim deed for a parcel on East Pickens Street, and a FY 23-24 budget amendment. The council approved a memorandum of understanding with the U.S. Marine Corps for training exercises and several bid awards, including a solid waste boom truck, City Hall elevator, and IT services. No action was taken on items discussed in executive session.

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Wed Nov 13, 2024

City Council

City Council to consider $770,000 in bonds and hurricane recovery budget updates

The City Council will swear in the Mayor and four Council members and elect a Mayor Pro Tem. The body is considering several ordinances regarding municipal bonds, zoning, and budget amendments for Hurricane Helene recovery.

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Wed Oct 9, 2024

City Council

Council considers designating Harry's Plaza as a municipal road

The City Council will hold first readings for ordinances regarding the designation of Harry's Plaza as a municipal road and the annexation of Parcel 121-00-00-242. The body will also review reports on a fire suppression award and the bond process for Harry Plaza.

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Wed Sep 4, 2024

City Council

Council to consider adopting FY2024-2025 budget

The City Council will hold second readings of three ordinances: purchasing 205 Briarcliff Ave, creating an economic development article with a reimbursement program, and adopting the FY2024-2025 budget. City manager reports cover fall cleanup day and the 2025 Opera House season. New business includes discussion of council involvement in day-to-day operations and a road closure request for a Christmas market. Old business includes approval of special event cups and an appointment to the Board of Zoning Appeals.

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✓ Decided: Council approves FY2024-25 budget and three ordinances

The City Council unanimously approved the FY2024-25 budget, an ordinance to purchase 205 Briarcliff Ave, and an ordinance creating an economic development article and reimbursement program. It also passed a resolution committing to a local match for a Hometown Economic Development Grant. No action was taken on special events cups or a zoning appeals appointment, and James Grant was reappointed as Municipal Judge.

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Wed Aug 14, 2024

City Council

Public hearing on proposed FY2025 municipal budget

The Abbeville City Council will hold a public hearing to receive comments on the proposed municipal budget for Fiscal Year 2025, as outlined in Ordinance No. 9-2024. No other business is scheduled.

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✓ Decided: No public comments on FY2025 budget hearing

The City Council held a public hearing on the proposed FY2025 municipal budget. No comments were received from the public. The hearing was opened and closed without substantive discussion or decisions.

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Wed Aug 14, 2024

City Council

Abbeville City Council to consider FY 2024-2025 budget and new development program

City Council will hold a first reading for the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 budget and a new economic development reimbursement program. The body will also consider a property purchase and a rezoning request.

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✓ Decided: Council approves amended ethics ordinance, budget, and city manager pay raise

The council approved several ordinances, including an amended ethics ordinance for travel, a quit claim deed, a rezoning, and the FY 2024-2025 budget. It also approved a 5% cost of living increase and 10% bonus for the city manager. All votes were unanimous.

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Wed Aug 7, 2024

City Council

Council to consider rezoning at 821 East Greenwood Street and quit claim deed on Branch Street

This special City Council meeting will conduct first readings of two ordinances: Ordinance 5-2024 authorizes a quit claim deed for 0.076 acres at 408 Branch Street to clarify uncertain ownership, and Ordinance 6-2024 would rezone parcel 109-00-00-080 at 821 East Greenwood Street based on a Planning Commission recommendation. The council will also approve previous meeting minutes and hear public comments.

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✓ Decided: Council approves first readings of quit claim deed and rezoning ordinances

The Abbeville City Council held a special meeting on August 7, 2024, and unanimously approved the first readings of two ordinances: one authorizing a quit claim deed for 0.076 acres at 408 Branch Street to clarify ownership, and another approving a rezoning for the parcel at 821 East Greenwood Street. The council also approved the minutes from the July 10, 2024 regular meeting. No public comments were made, and the meeting adjourned at 6:10 p.m.

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Wed Jul 10, 2024

City Council

Abbeville Council reviews new ethical standards for council travel

The Abbeville City Council will consider a first reading of an ordinance amending ethics standards for council travel. The agenda also includes the Fiscal Year 2023 audit presentation and several city manager reports.

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Thu Jun 27, 2024

City Council

City Council holds workshop for proposed 2025 fiscal year budget

The City Council will hold a budget workshop to review the proposed 2025 Fiscal Year Budget. City Manager Blake Stone is scheduled to present the proposal. The council will also consider approving minutes from the June 12, 2024, meeting.

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Wed Jun 12, 2024

City Council

Abbeville City Council to hold hearing on removing Housing Authority Commissioner

The Abbeville City Council will conduct a hearing regarding the removal of a Housing Authority Commissioner. The council will also consider second readings for ordinances concerning proclamations and meeting decorum. Additionally, discussions are scheduled regarding road closures for upcoming local events.

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Wed May 29, 2024

City Council

Council to hire lawyers for Lake Secession dock fee and Calhoun Falls water bill litigation

The Abbeville City Council is holding a special meeting to consider hiring outside attorneys for two pending legal matters. After an executive session to receive legal advice, the council will vote on retaining Tombo Hite of Hite Law Firm and Steve Matthews of Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. for litigation over Lake Secession Dock Fees and the Calhoun Falls Water Bill. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the May 8, 2024 regular meeting.

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Tue May 21, 2024

City Council

Council committee to review NLC travel documentation and nominate chair

This is a special committee meeting of the Abbeville City Council. The committee will nominate a chair and review travel documentation related to the National League of Cities, with a possible recommendation to the full City Council. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific policy or spending items listed.

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Wed May 8, 2024

City Council

Council to consider removing housing commissioner, paving bids, new ordinances

The Abbeville City Council will vote on several items, including first readings of ordinances on proclamations and meeting decorum, a resolution on civility, and approval of a paving bid for S. Main and Cherry Streets. They will also consider filling a vacancy on the Board of Zoning Appeals, a travel policy, and renewing a motion to begin removal proceedings for Housing Authority Commissioner Melissa Lee. The meeting includes a public comment period and an executive session for personnel and legal matters.

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Wed Apr 10, 2024

City Council

Council to consider removing housing commissioner, travel policy changes

The Abbeville City Council will vote on a travel policy and a suspension of most council travel, and will initiate hearing proceedings to remove Housing Authority Commissioner Melissa Lee. They will also discuss renaming Hodge Street Park and naming the mill village area, and consider an appointment to the Board of Zoning Appeals. The meeting includes proclamations for youth basketball champions and reports on a civic center sign RFP and dock encroachment fees.

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Wed Mar 13, 2024

City Council

Council to vote on $1.85M utility bond for infrastructure improvements

The Abbeville City Council will consider a second reading of an ordinance authorizing up to $1.85 million in revenue bonds for public utility system improvements. The council will also vote on a resolution declaring April 2024 as Fair Housing Month, and hear reports on financing bids, water/sewer infrastructure, and sewer projects. New business includes a discussion on grass clippings on public roads, and old business includes filling a vacancy on the Board of Zoning Appeals and planning Spring Cleanup Day.

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Thu Feb 22, 2024

City Council

Council to discuss alcohol sales at city events and IT contract negotiations

The Abbeville City Council is holding a special meeting to consider old business regarding alcohol sales at city events, and will enter executive session to discuss negotiations for a proposed IT services contract. The meeting also includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes and a public comment period.

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Mon Feb 12, 2024

City Council

Abbeville City Council discusses park projects and municipal reports

The City Council will review several city manager reports regarding park improvements and bond compliance. The meeting includes discussion on alcohol sales at events and the appointment of a Board of Zoning Appeals member.

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Wed Jan 10, 2024

City Council

Council to consider $1.85M utility bond for improvements

The Abbeville City Council will hold a first reading of a $1.85 million revenue bond for public utility system improvements, and consider several administrative items including road closures, a fire suppression incentive, and a zoning appeals appointment. The meeting also includes a proclamation for a youth football team and an executive session on a potential legal claim.

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