Fountain Inn public meetings in 2024
30 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the removal of GCRA deed restrictions on three Greenville County parcels. The meeting also includes a proposal to amend the official city zoning map.
- Public hearing for removal of GCRA Deed Restrictions on parcels 0345000100606, 0345000100605, and 0345000100600
- Ordinance to amend the official zoning map of Fountain Inn
- Approval of the 2025 Council Meeting Schedule
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold an appeal hearing for Richard Matthews (Docket Appeal-2024-01) concerning an administrative decision on signage under Section 5:9.2.11 of the Fountain Inn Code of Ordinances. No other matters are listed for decision.
- Appeal hearing – Docket Appeal-2024-01 – appellant Richard Matthews – location 400 N Main St – issue: signage code Section 5:9.2.11
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a zoning request and street name approvals. The body will also review minutes from the October 24, 2024 meeting.
- Public hearing for Baker Commercial Properties request for Flexible Review District (FRD) at 300 Jones Street
- Public hearing for Meritage request for approval of street names at Speedway Dr
City Council
The City Council will hold a formal meeting to introduce new employees and recognize Civics Academy graduates. The body is scheduled to take the second and final reading of two ordinances.
- Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 2024-09 regarding a franchise agreement with Ripple Fiber
- Second and Final Reading of Ordinance TX-2024-01 to amend appendices A & B of the City Code of Ordinances
- Introduction of new employees for Fire, Police, and Recreation departments
- Recognition of 2024 Fountain Inn Civics Academy Graduates
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The City Council is holding a special called meeting to receive a presentation on the INN the Zone project. The body will discuss a project update and a proposed amendment.
- INN the Zone Project Update and Proposed Amendment
Planning Commission
The Fountain Inn Planning Commission will consider approval of the minutes from its October 3, 2024 meeting. It will hold a public hearing on a sign‑approval request (PA‑2024‑01) for a sign in the POD District at 407 N Main St. The commission may also enter executive session if permitted by state law.
- Approve Planning Commission minutes from October 03, 2024
- Public hearing on sign approval request PA‑2024‑01 at 407 N Main St.
- Possible executive session discussion as allowed by S.C. Code Ann. § 30‑4‑70
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider a special exception request at 413 Quillen Ave. and two variance requests at the intersection of Highway 418 and South Woods Drive. The meeting will also include the approval of prior meeting minutes.
- Approval of July 15, 2024 Board of Zoning Appeals minutes
- Public hearing for SE-2024-01: Special Exception at 413 Quillen Ave.
- Public hearing for VAR-2024-03: Variances at HWY 418 & South Woods Dr.
City Council
The City Council will hold a first reading of Ordinance AXZ 2024-04 to annex land along Durbin, Jones and Happy Valley Roads and assign it a zoning classification. The meeting also includes a developer request to change the Statement of Intent for a self‑storage facility on Hwy 651, and a second and final reading of Ordinance 2024‑8 that amends business license penalty rules. Additional items are first readings of a franchise agreement ordinance, an amendment to code appendices, and executive‑session discussion of legal advice.
- First reading of Ordinance AXZ 2024-04 to annex property on Durbin, Jones and Happy Valley Roads
- Developer request to modify Statement of Intent for a self‑storage facility on Hwy 651
- Second and final reading of Ordinance 2024‑8 amending business license penalty provisions (section 11‑37)
- First reading of Ordinance 2024‑09 to authorize a franchise agreement between the City and []
- First reading of Ordinance TX‑2024‑01 to amend Appendices A & B of the City Code
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
General
The City Council will hold an executive session to discuss updates on economic development projects throughout Fountain Inn. After the session, the Council will hear a presentation on the INN the Zone project and proposed text amendments. No specific actions are listed on the agenda.
- Executive session discussion of economic development project updates
- Presentation on INN the Zone project update
- Proposed text amendments to the INN the Zone project
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
City Council will hold a public hearing and a final vote on amendments to the FY 2025 budget. The body is also considering annexations, a local match for an economic development grant, and an agreement for architectural services for a new Municipal Complex.
- Public hearing and final reading of Ordinance 2024-7 to amend the FY 2025 budget
- Annexation readings for properties at Durbin, Jones and Happy Valley Roads and 101 Milacron Dr
- Resolution 2024-6 regarding a local match for a Hometown Economic Development Grant
- Agreement with LS3P Associates for architectural and engineering services for a new Municipal Complex
- Request from Barton Hollow developers for a self-storage facility on Hwy 651
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Fountain Inn Planning Commission will first approve the minutes from its July 25, 2024 meeting. It will then hold public hearings on two planning requests: a major change to a Planned Development at Milacron Drive and Fairview Street, and a preliminary plat approval at Hellams Street and Woodland Drive.
- Major change to Planned Development – Milacron Dr. & Fairview St.
- Preliminary plat approval – Hellams St. & Woodland Dr.
- Approval of minutes from July 25, 2024 meeting
City Council
The City Council will conduct a first reading of an ordinance to amend the official zoning map for properties on N. Main Street. The meeting includes a presentation regarding a zoning rewrite and potential executive session discussions regarding legal advice.
- First Reading of Ordinance PZ 2024-03 to change zoning for 1314 and 1318 N. Main Street
- Presentation on Inn the Zone, Zoning Rewrite by Carroll Williamson
- Executive session regarding legal advice for 610 N. Woods Drive
- Executive session regarding legal advice for local option sales tax
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will conduct a public hearing regarding the municipal budget. The meeting includes a second and final reading of Ordinance 2024-06 to adopt the budget for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2024. Council may also enter executive session to discuss personnel matters in the Administration Department.
- Public Hearing on Municipal Budget
- Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 2024-06 (FY 2024-2025 budget)
- Executive session regarding Administration Department employment or compensation
City Council
The City Council will review several ordinances, including a first reading of the FY 2024-2025 budget. The meeting also includes second and final readings for a gas supply contract amendment and a zoning code update.
- First reading of Ordinance PZ 2024-03 to change zoning for 1314 and 1318 N. Main Street
- Second and final reading of Ordinance 2024-04 regarding a gas supply contract amendment with PEAK
- Second and final reading of Ordinance 2024-05 to amend the city zoning code
- First reading of Ordinance 2024-06 to adopt the FY 2024-2025 budget
- Executive session discussion regarding legal claims involving Parsons Street and local option sales tax
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council is conducting a special called meeting to hold a budget workshop for fiscal year 2024-2025. The council may also enter executive session to receive legal advice regarding the local option sales tax and discuss personnel matters within the Public Works Department.
- FY 2024-2025 Budget Workshop
- Legal advice regarding local option sales tax
- Public Works Department employment discussion
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will meet to consider a preliminary plan approval for a property on Parsons Road. The agenda also includes a request to approve road names for a location on Hunter Road.
- Preliminary Plan Approval for Parsons Road (Tax Map: 0562020100201)
- Approval of Road Names for Hunter Road (Tax Map: 0553010000100)
City Council
The City Council will hold a special called meeting at the Judicial Building. The agenda includes a city report, a student council report, and a proclamation from the Fountain Inn High School Student Council.
- Fountain Inn High School Student Council Proclamation
City Council
The City Council will consider first readings for zoning amendments and a gas supply contract with PEAK. Members will also review the 2023 Parks and Recreation Master Plan. Additionally, council may discuss industrial expansion related to Projects Irish and Grasshopper in executive session.
- First reading of Ordinance PZ 2024-03 for 1314 and 1318 N. Main Street
- First reading of Ordinance 2024-04 regarding a gas supply contract with PEAK
- First reading of Ordinance 2024-5 to amend the city's zoning code
- Approval of the 2023 Parks and Recreation Master Plan
- Resolution declaring May 5-11, 2024, as Professional Municipal Clerks Week
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will meet to review a rezoning request for Hellams Street and a preliminary plan approval for Parsons Road. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the March 28, 2024, session.
- Rezoning request for Hellams Street (PZ-2024-05)
- Preliminary Plan Approval for Parsons Road (SP-2024-02)
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding a variance request for the property located at 34 Howard Creek Drive. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the January 29, 2024, meeting.
- Variance request VAR-2024-01 for 34 Howard Creek Drive
- Approval of January 29, 2024, Board of Zoning Appeals minutes
City Council
The City Council will review several second and final readings of ordinances regarding annexation, sewer system revenue bonds, and zoning map amendments. Additionally, the council will consider a five-year revenue plan for the Fire Service Area and the certification of an abandoned building site.
- Annexation of 1344 Jones Mill Road
- Issuance of up to $2,000,000 in South Carolina sewer system revenue bonds
- Zoning changes for 202, 200, 303, and 307 Fairview Street and 112 Parsons Street
- Zoning changes for 1314 and 1318 N. Main Street
- Five-year revenue and expenditure plan for the Fountain Inn Fire Service Area
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
General
The City Council will hold a special called meeting to discuss items in executive session. Discussions include negotiations regarding a proposed property sale and personnel matters across various city departments.
- Negotiations related to a proposed property sale
- Personnel discussions involving multiple city departments
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will review a Final Development Plan for Woodside Village Zone II at Fairview Street and Diamond Tip Boulevard. The commission will also consider a request to rezone 603 and 605 Gulliver Street to the R-12 Residential District.
- Final Development Plan for Woodside Village Zone II (Fairview Street and Diamond Tip Boulevard)
- Rezoning request for 603 and 605 Gulliver Street to R-12 Residential District
City Council
The City Council will conduct a public hearing on a budget amendment and consider several ordinances. Items include an annexation at 1344 Jones Mill Road and potential zoning map amendments for multiple properties.
- Public Hearing on Budget Amendment
- First Reading of Ordinance AXZ 2024-01: Annexation of 1344 Jones Mill Road
- Second and Final Reading of Ordinance 2024-2: FY 2024 budget update
- First Reading of Ordinance 2024-3: Issuance of up to $2,000,000 in sewer system revenue bonds
- First Reading of Ordinance PZ 2024-02: Zoning changes for 202, 200, 303, and 307 Fairview Street and 112 Parsons Street
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will swear in new members for Ward 1 and Ward 2. The meeting includes reviews of preliminary plans for Fountain Inn Townhomes at Fairview Street and Fowler Street, as well as Stowe Storage at 1314 and 1318 North Main Street.
- Swearing in Dusti McCraw (Ward 1) and Stutts Armstrong (Ward 2)
- Preliminary Plan for Fountain Inn Townhomes at Fairview Street and Fowler Street
- Preliminary Plan for Stowe Storage at 1314 and 1318 North Main Street
City Council
The City Council will hold a final reading on the 2024 INNvision Comprehensive Plan and a first reading for an annexation at 1344 Jones Mill Road. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding the 2024 Annual Action Plan from GCRA. Council will also consider a budget amendment and changes to the Woodside Village Planned Development.
- Second and final reading of Ordinance 2024-1 (2024 INNvision Comprehensive Plan)
- First reading for annexation of 1344 Jones Mill Road
- Appointment of Randall Tuttle as Public Works Director
- First reading of Ordinance 2024-2 Budget Amendment
- Major change to the Woodside Village Planned Development
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Fountain Inn City Council is holding an annual retreat for departmental and project updates. The agenda includes discussions regarding a compensation and classification plan update for city employees and economic development projects, including Projects Irish and Grind.
- Compensation and classification plan update
- Economic development project updates
- Projects Irish and Grind
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to review new business regarding a property request. The agenda includes a request for a variance and use by special exception at 106 Keel Lane.
- Variance and Use by Special Exception request for 106 Keel Lane (PB-2024-01)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will review a request for annexation and rezoning at 1344 Jones Mill Road. The commission will also consider a major change to an existing planned development near Fairview Street and Diamond Tip Boulevard.
- Annexation and Rezoning: 1344 Jones Mill Road (AXZ-2024-01)
- Major Change to Existing Planned Development: Fairview Street and Diamond Tip Boulevard (PZ-2024-01)
City Council
The City Council will review the 2024 INNvision Comprehensive Plan and a commitment to safety resolution. The meeting also includes departmental end-of-year reports and the introduction of new city employees.
- First reading of Ordinance 2024-1 regarding the 2024 INNvision Comprehensive Plan
- First and final reading of Resolution 2024-1, City of Fountain Inn Commitment to Safety
- Approval of the 2024 Council Meeting Schedule
- Introduction of seven new employees across various city departments