Rincon public meetings in 2024

Planning and Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will hold a public hearing and vote on a site plan application for an 8,000-square-foot commercial office building at 606 Towne Park Loop, filed by Cody Rogers of EMC Engineering Services on behalf of owner Kei-Mar, LLC. The board will also consider approving the 2025 meeting schedule. The agenda includes procedural items like approval of minutes from October 15, 2024.

• Site plan approval for new 8,000 sf commercial office building at 606 Towne Park Loop (parcel R2640009, zoned B2)
• Approval of 2025 Planning and Zoning Board meeting schedule

The Planning and Zoning Board approved a site plan for an 8,000 square foot commercial office building at 606 Towne Park Loop. The board also approved the 2025 meeting schedule and the October 15, 2024, minutes. No substantive decisions were made regarding the schedule changes.

• Approved site plan for 8,000 sf commercial building at 606 Towne Park Loop (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 Planning and Zoning Board meeting schedule (unanimous)
• Approved October 15, 2024, minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled discussion of schedule conflicts for June and January meetings

City Council

The Rincon City Council will hold a public hearing and first reading on the proposed FY2025 budget. The council will also consider second readings of ordinances that replace the zoning code and the corridor overlay district, and approve a resolution updating bank signature cards. Other items include awarding a bid for cart path repaving at City Club at Lost Plantation and amending the stormwater utility fee credit manual.

• Public hearing on the proposed FY2025 City of Rincon Budget
• Second reading of ordinance to replace Chapter 90 (Zoning and Growth Management) and related articles
• Second reading of ordinance to replace Corridor Overlay District with Fort Howard Corridor Overlay and Traditional Residential Business Overlay
• Request to award bid for City Club at Lost Plantation Cart Path Repaving Project to Phillips Paving Co.
• Resolution to amend the Stormwater Utility User Fee Credit Manual

The council unanimously approved the agenda, prior minutes, and the consent agenda that repeals and replaces portions of Chapter 90 zoning code. It also approved the first reading of the FY 2025 budget and awarded the City Club at Lost Plantation cart‑path repaving project to Phillips Paving Co. for $1,778,500.50. Additional unanimous actions included amending the stormwater utility fee credit manual, canceling the Dec. 23 regular meeting, and purchasing a 2021 Ford T3MP for $40,218.00.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved November 12, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda repealing and replacing parts of Chapter 90 zoning code (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of FY 2025 budget (unanimous)
• Approved award of $1,778,500.50 repaving contract to Phillips Paving Co. (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to Stormwater Utility User Fee Credit Manual (unanimous)
• Approved cancellation of Dec. 23, 2024 regular council meeting (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of Ford 2021 T3MP for $40,218.00 (unanimous)

City Council

This meeting includes a public hearing on a zoning map amendment for 718 North Columbia Ave from R-2 to OC (Office Commercial), followed by a first reading of the rezoning ordinance. Council will also consider appointments, equipment purchases, and several code amendments. The consent agenda covers vehicle and equipment purchases, including a 2023 F-150 for $47,900.

• Public hearing on zoning map amendment for parcels at 718 North Columbia Ave (R-2 to OC)
• First reading of ordinance to rezone those parcels to Office Commercial
• Purchase of a 2023 F-150 from Brannen Motor Company for $47,900
• Appointment of Tim Milner to fill vacated council seat through Dec 31, 2025
• Approval of a 36-month copier contract with Ashley's Business Solutions for $12,576 annually

The Rincon City Council unanimously approved a new zoning code and appointed Tim Milner to fill a vacant council seat. The council also approved several contracts and ordinances, including a new overlay district and copier services.

• Approved appointment of Tim Milner to council seat (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Mona Underwood as Mayor Pro Tem (unanimous)
• Approved new zoning code ordinance first reading (unanimous)
• Approved overlay district ordinance first reading (unanimous)
• Approved copier services contract with Ashley's Business Solutions ($12,576 annually) (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 2023 F-150 truck ($47,900) (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 40 grinder pumps (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 150 meter registers (unanimous)

City Council

The Rincon City Council will hold a public hearing on an ordinance repealing the Corridor Overlay District (Section 90-182) and replacing it with Chapter 90, Sections 90-27.A.13 (Traditional Residential Business Overlay) through 90-37 (Fort Howard Corridor Overlay). The council will also vote on several items including a contract with Matrix Imaging for bill printing not to exceed $5,000 monthly, an easement request from Georgia Power on city property at 500 Ackerman Road, and revisions to city personnel policy on holidays and paid time off.

• Public hearing on ordinance repealing and replacing Corridor Overlay District with Traditional Residential Business and Fort Howard Corridor Overlays
• Request to approve contract with Matrix Imaging for bill printing up to $5,000 per month for one year
• Request for Georgia Power easement on city property at 500 Ackerman Road (Map# R269-0001)
• Adoption of revisions to City Personnel Policy Sections 65.19 (Holidays) and 65.20 (Paid Time Off)
• Request to approve installation of pole power units on Highway 21, 9th Street and Fort Howard Road

The Rincon City Council approved a contract for utility pole installation, a bill printing service, personnel policy revisions, and bank signature updates. The council also heard a donation request for Giles Park and held an executive session.

• Approved Total Phase Construction to install pole power units (unanimous)
• Approved Matrix Imaging contract for bill printing not to exceed $5,000 monthly (unanimous)
• Approved Georgia Power easement request for firing range (unanimous)
• Approved revisions to City Personnel Policy Section 65.19 and 65.20 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution to update Ameris Bank signature cards (unanimous)
• Heard donation request for $20,000 and four lights for Giles Park
• Held executive session on personnel, litigation, and real estate (no action taken)
• Adjourned unanimously

City Council

The council will hold a public hearing on proposed amendments to Chapter 90 (Growth Management and Zoning) and subdivision regulations. They will also vote on a consent agenda including a final pay request for a sidewalk project and ratification of a debris removal IGA, and consider new business such as a first-reading ordinance repealing environment and flood chapters, beer and wine sales at the rodeo, acceptance of streetlights, and a synthetic ice rink purchase or rental.

• Public hearing on amendments to Chapter 90 (Zoning and Growth Management) and subdivision regulations
• Pinholster Construction final pay request #5 for $11,777 for Fort Howard Road Sidewalk Extension
• First reading of ordinance repealing Chapter 34 (Environment) and Chapter 42 (Floods), replacing with new noise and obstruction sections
• Request to allow beer and wine sales at the 2024 Rincon Rodeo
• Request to rent or purchase a 60'x40' synthetic ice rink from KwikRink

The Rincon City Council approved a $49,510 purchase of a synthetic ice rink for the Christmas Market and Festival, and unanimously approved the first reading of a new zoning and growth management ordinance. The meeting also included the approval of pay requests, streetlights, and a public hearing on development regulations.

• Approved $11,777.00 pay request for Pinholster Construction (unanimous)
• Approved ratification of disaster debris removal IGA with Effingham County (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of new zoning ordinance replacing Chapters 34 and 42 (unanimous)
• Approved beer and wine sales at the 2024 Rincon Rodeo (unanimous)
• Approved acceptance of eight streetlights in Hickory Knob, Phase 13 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 60' x 40' synthetic ice rink for $49,510.00 (unanimous)
• Entered executive session for personnel, litigation, and real estate (unanimous)
• No action taken following executive session

Planning and Zoning Board

The Rincon Planning and Zoning Board will consider three items: a zoning map amendment for parcels at 718 North Columbia Ave from R-2 to OC (Commercial), a variance request for an oversized illuminated wall sign at 1000 Sewon Ev Road, and proposed amendments to several sections of Chapter 90 of the City's zoning ordinances. The board will vote on each item after motions and seconds.

• Zoning Map Amendment: Danielle Nichole Estes petition to rezone 718 North Columbia Ave (parcels R2010020, R2010020A00) from R-2 to OC (Commercial)
• Variance Request: Cherry Park with Apple Exhibits Georgia seeks variance for illuminated wall sign 1,060 sq ft over allowed maximum at 1000 Sewon Ev Road (zoned PUD)
• Proposed Amendments to Chapter 90 (Zoning and Growth Management), Sections 90-27 through 90-62, covering zoning districts, overlay districts, and uses

The Planning and Zoning Board denied a request to rezone a property at 718 North Columbia Ave from R-2 to OC (Commercial). The board also approved proposed amendments to the City of Rincon's zoning ordinances and adjourned the meeting.

• Denied zoning map amendment for 718 North Columbia Ave (2-3 vote)
• Approved proposed amendments to City of Rincon Ordinances Chapter 90 (unanimous)
• Removed variance request for illuminated wall sign from agenda
• Adjourned meeting at 7:36 pm (unanimous)

City Council Special Called

The Rincon City Council is holding a special called meeting to consider a single item: approval of an intergovernmental agreement with Effingham County for debris pickup related to Hurricane Helene. The meeting includes procedural steps such as roll call, agenda approval, and adjournment.

• Intergovernmental Agreement with Effingham County for debris pickup due to Hurricane Helene

The council first approved the meeting agenda unanimously. It then approved an Intergovernmental Agreement with Effingham County for debris pickup after Hurricane Helene, with the contracting company to start next week and FEMA reimbursement to follow. The meeting was adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved Intergovernmental Agreement for debris pickup (unanimous)
• Approved adjournment (unanimous)

Planning and Zoning Board

The Rincon Planning and Zoning Board will consider proposed amendments to several sections of the city’s ordinances. Item 1 covers changes to Chapter 90 on zoning and growth management and related articles on land development, bonds, fees, inspections, subdivision regulations, infrastructure standards, and enforcement procedures. Item 2 proposes revisions to Chapter 34 (Environment) and Chapter 42 (Floods). The board will also hold a question‑and‑answer session with Wastewater Treatment Plant Director Tommy Kee.

• Review proposed amendments to Chapter 90 (Zoning and Growth Management) and Articles II, VII‑XIII of the City of Rincon Ordinances
• Review proposed amendments to Chapter 34 (Environment) of the City of Rincon Ordinances
• Review proposed amendments to Chapter 42 (Floods) of the City of Rincon Ordinances
• Question and answer session with Wastewater Treatment Plant Director Tommy Kee

The Planning and Zoning Board approved moving a new‑business item on the agenda and approved the minutes from the August 20 meeting. It also approved reviewing proposed amendments to Chapter 90 and related articles, and to Chapters 34 and 42 of the city ordinances, including specific language changes such as quiet‑hour requirements for adjacent residential properties. All actions were approved by unanimous vote.

• Approved agenda change moving new business item 3 to item 1 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from the August 20, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved review of proposed amendments to Chapter 90 and related articles (unanimous)
• Approved review of proposed amendments to Chapters 34 and 42 with recommended changes (unanimous)
• Approved adjournment at 8:05 p.m. (unanimous)

City Council

The Rincon City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on a zoning map amendment to rezone 624 Blue Jay Rd from R-2 (single-family/duplex) to R-3 (multi-family). The council will also consider paying $203,233.68 for Patriot's Park playground equipment, approving a $33,799 cloud service agreement with Tyler Technologies, accepting a $112,000 body-worn camera grant, and several final site plans for commercial buildings.

• Public hearing and first reading of zoning map amendment for 624 Blue Jay Rd from R-2 to R-3
• Request to pay KorKat $203,233.68 for Patriot's Park playground equipment and installation
• Vote on final site plan for a 6,000-sf commercial building at 0 Northridge Dr (Edge HVAC)
• Request to sign agreement with Tyler Technologies for cloud service at $33,799
• Request to accept matching grant of $112,000 from Small, Rural, Tribal Body Worn Camera Program for body cameras

Council unanimously approved the first reading of a zoning map amendment for 624 Blue Jay Rd, changing from R-2 to R-3 to allow a townhome development. They also approved final site plans for three commercial buildings and multiple other items including a $112,000 body camera grant and a cloud services agreement with Tyler Technologies. All votes were unanimous. The meeting included a public hearing and executive session.

• Approved first reading of rezoning at 624 Blue Jay Rd (R-2 to R-3) for townhomes (unanimous)
• Approved final site plan for Edge HVAC 6,000-sf commercial building at 0 Northridge Dr (unanimous)
• Approved final site plan for A Touch of Elegance event venue at 244 Carolina Ave (unanimous)
• Approved final site plan for five-unit retail building at 608 Towne Park LP (unanimous)
• Approved paying KorKat 90% ($182,910.31) for Patriot's Park playground (unanimous)
• Approved waiver of building permit fees for GAP Ministries wheelchair ramps (unanimous)
• Approved Tyler Technologies cloud service agreement at $31,621 annually (unanimous)
• Approved $112,000 body worn camera grant with $56,000 city match (unanimous)

City Council

The Rincon City Council meeting will consider a public hearing on the 2024 millage rate and vote on it. Council members will also act on a rezoning request for 0 Cricket Lane, approve a setback variance for a lot on West Ninth Street, and authorize payments for park equipment and a sidewalk extension. Additional items include a bid for ARPA project services and updates to parks fees and utility billing.

• Rezoning petition for 0 Cricket Lane from R-4 to R-3 (Antonio Crawford Frazier).
• Variance to reduce rear setback for 0 West Ninth Street parcel (Tara Hunt).
• Payment of $203,233.68 to KorKat for Patriot's Park playground equipment and installation.
• Approval of $24,784.00 payment to Pinholster Construction for Fort Howard Road Sidewalk Extension Project.
• Vote to approve the 2024 Millage Rate for the City of Rincon.

The Rincon City Council approved the 2024 millage rate, utility billing ordinance updates, and several construction and personnel policy changes. A request to pay for playground equipment was tabled.

• Approved 2024 Millage Rate (Unanimous)
• Approved utility ordinance update to increase reconnection fee to $35 (Unanimous)
• Approved Fort Howard Road sidewalk extension pay request ($24,784) (Unanimous)
• Approved M.E. Sack Engineering for FY2022 ARPA Project Grant (Unanimous)
• Approved Veteran's Park sketch plan and funding ($357,000 from SPLOST) (Unanimous)
• Approved Leithead Consulting for CID work ($250/hour) (Unanimous)
• Approved clearing areas along cart paths ($52,000) (Unanimous)
• Tabled Patriot's Park playground equipment payment ($203,233.68)

City Council Special Called

The Rincon City Council met on September 16, 2024, approved its agenda, and entered an executive session on real estate with a unanimous vote. The council then unanimously voted to return to the regular meeting. No further action was taken on items from the executive session, and the discussion of the Economic Development Authority resulted in no decisions.

• Approved executive session on real estate (unanimous)
• Approved return to meeting after executive session (unanimous)
• No action taken on executive session items

City Council

The Rincon City Council will hold a public hearing on proposed amendments to environmental and flood ordinances, then consider a consent agenda including sidewalk project payments and a rezoning. New business items include a vote to purchase a fire truck for up to $1.1 million, appointing Robert Byrd as city manager, and rescheduling a November meeting.

• Public hearing on amendments to Chapter 34 (Environment) and Chapter 42 (Floods)
• Pay request #4 for $68,179 for 9th Street Sidewalk Extension Project
• Pay request #5 for $68,657 for Highway 21 Sidewalk Extension Project
• Rezoning of Parcel #R2730001 to Residential Multi-Family (R-3)
• Vote to purchase fire truck from Pierce not to exceed $1,100,000

The council unanimously approved a city manager contract appointing Robert Byrd and authorized up to $1.1 million for a new fire truck. The consent agenda was approved, including rezoning a parcel to Residential Multi-Family (R-3) and surplus items from the police department. A public hearing on proposed amendments to the Environment and Flood chapters was held with no vote taken.

• Approved consent agenda including rezoning to R-3, pay requests, and police surplus (Unanimous)
• Approved Christmas parade permit for November 30 (Unanimous)
• Approved purchase of a new fire truck from Pierce up to $1.1 million (Unanimous)
• Approved city manager contract appointing Robert Byrd (Unanimous)
• Rescheduled November 11 meeting to November 12 due to Veterans Day (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes of September 9 and September 16 (Unanimous)

Planning and Zoning Board

The Rincon Planning and Zoning Board will decide on a zoning map amendment to allow multi-family housing at 624 Blue Jay Rd and vote on final site plan approvals for three commercial projects: a 6,000 sq ft building on Northridge Dr, a 3,500 sq ft event center on Carolina Ave, and a five-unit retail building on Towne Park LP.

• Zoning map amendment for 624 Blue Jay Rd from R-2 (single-family & duplex) to R-3 (multi-family) - applicant Neil McKenzie of Coleman Company, Inc.
• Final site plan approval for 6,000 sq ft commercial building at 0 Northridge Dr (1.01 acres, B-2 zoning) - applicant Jason Waters with Edge HVAC.
• Final site plan approval for 3,500 sq ft event center at 244 Carolina Ave (1.17 acres, B-2 zoning) - applicant Natasha Farley for A Touch of Elegance Event Venue.
• Final site plan approval for five-unit retail building at 608 Towne Park LP (1.03 acres, B-2 zoning) - applicant Raja Mallu Mallepoola.

The Rincon Planning and Zoning Board unanimously approved four final site plan applications and one zoning map amendment during its August 20, 2024, meeting. The board also approved the minutes from the previous meeting.

• Approved Minutes for July 16, 2024 (Unanimous)
• Approved Zoning Map Amendment at 624 Blue Jay Rd (Unanimous)
• Approved Final Site Plan at 0 Northridge Dr (Unanimous)
• Approved Final Site Plan at 244 Carolina Ave (Unanimous)
• Approved Final Site Plan at 608 Towne Park LP (Unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:00 p.m. (Unanimous)

City Council

The Rincon City Council will hold public hearings on a variance, a zoning map amendment, and the draft 2024 Comprehensive Plan Update. New business includes votes on rezoning at 0 Cricket Lane, site plan approval for a 44,400 sq ft shopping plaza at 0 Capital Dr and a cold storage facility at 1300 Heritage Way, and a resolution to transmit the comprehensive plan update. The council will also consider consent agenda items such as pay requests for sidewalk projects, an ordinance revision, and payments for playground equipment and flock cameras.

• Public hearing and first reading on rezoning 0 Cricket Lane from R-4 to R-3 (multi-family)
• Vote on site plan for 44,400 sq ft shopping plaza/entertainment facility at 0 Capital Dr
• Vote on site plan for cold storage facility on 23.7 acres at 1300 Heritage Way
• Approval of resolution to transmit 2024-2029 Comprehensive Plan Update to Coastal Regional Commission
• Request to pay $203,233.68 for Patriot's Park playground equipment and $132,897 for Highway 21 sidewalk extension

The Rincon City Council appointed Teri Lewis and Jody Jones as co‑Interim City Managers with a $3,000 monthly salary each. It also approved rezoning of a parcel on Cricket Lane, site plans for a new shopping plaza and a cold‑storage facility, and a resolution to send the 2024‑2029 Comprehensive Plan Update to the Coastal Regional Commission. Additional actions included removing a sidewalk pay request from the consent agenda, tabling a playground payment, and authorizing a deed transfer to Gregory Manior.

• Removed Pinholster Construction sidewalk pay request from consent agenda (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of Cricket Lane from R‑4 to R‑3 (unanimous)
• Approved site plan for 44,400 sq ft shopping plaza on Capital Dr (unanimous)
• Approved site plan for cold storage facility at 1300 Heritage Way (unanimous)
• Approved resolution to transmit 2024‑2029 Comprehensive Plan Update to Coastal Regional Commission (unanimous)
• Tabled payment of $203,233.68 to KorKat for Patriot’s Park playground (unanimous)
• Authorized deed transfer of 0.11‑acre parcel to Gregory Manior (5 yes, 1 abstain)
• Appointed Teri Lewis and Jody Jones as co‑Interim City Managers with $3,000 monthly salaries (unanimous)

City Council

The Rincon City Council will hold a first reading vote on an ordinance that repeals and replaces multiple sections of the zoning code, including street access, parking, vision obstructions, and the entire sign regulations. Other new business includes approving a $35,000 contract for the 2024 Rincon Roundup Pro Rodeo, authorizing an election contract for the unexpired mayor's term at up to $5,000, and purchasing football and cheerleading uniforms. The council will also hear a request from Linda Conely to appear, receive administrative reports, and may go into executive session.

• First reading of ordinance repealing and replacing zoning code sections (street access, parking, signs, etc.)
• Approval of $35,000 agreement with T-T Rodeo Company for Rincon Roundup Pro Rodeo
• Consideration of contract with Effingham County Board of Elections for special election for mayor, not to exceed $5,000
• Request to purchase football and cheerleading uniforms
• Executive session for personnel, litigation, attorney-client privilege, and real estate

The City Council unanimously approved the first reading of a zoning ordinance that repeals and replaces several sections of Chapter 90, including sign regulations and parking requirements. The council also approved up to $25,000 for football and cheerleading uniforms, a $35,000 contract for the 2024 Rincon Roundup Pro Rodeo, and an agreement with the county board of elections for a mayoral special election at a cost not to exceed $5,000. Additionally, the council hired Whitney Richland as Finance Director after executive session.

• Approved first reading of zoning code changes (unanimous)
• Authorized purchase of football/cheerleading uniforms not to exceed $25,000 (unanimous)
• Approved $35,000 agreement with T-T Rodeo Company LLC for 2024 Rincon Roundup Pro Rodeo (unanimous)
• Authorized contract with Effingham County Board of Elections for mayoral election up to $5,000 (unanimous)
• Hired Whitney Richland as Finance Director (unanimous)

Planning and Zoning Board

The Rincon Planning and Zoning Board will vote on four items: a zoning map amendment for 0 Cricket Lane, a variance for 0 West Ninth Street, and final site plan approvals for a 44,400 sq ft shopping plaza at 0 Capital Dr and a 23.7-acre cold storage facility at 1300 Heritage Way. The board will decide on these applications during the meeting.

• Zoning map amendment from R-4 to R-3 at 0 Cricket Lane (petitioner Antonio Crawford Frazier)
• Variance to reduce rear setback at 0 West Ninth Street (petitioner Tara Hunt)
• Final site plan approval for a 44,400 sq ft shopping plaza and entertainment facility at 0 Capital Dr
• Final site plan approval for a cold storage facility on 23.7 acres at 1300 Heritage Way

The board approved a zoning map amendment for 0 Cricket Lane and several site plans. They also granted a rear setback variance for a property on West Ninth Street.

• Approved rezoning at 0 Cricket Lane from R-4 to R-3 (Unanimous)
• Approved rear setback variance for 0 West Ninth Street (4-1)
• Approved final site plan for shopping plaza and entertainment facility at 0 Capital Dr (Unanimous)
• Approved final site plan for cold storage facility at 1300 Heritage Way (Unanimous)

City Council

The Rincon City Council will hold a second reading and vote on an ordinance that repeals and replaces Chapter 90 (Zoning and Growth Management) of the city code. The meeting also includes a public hearing and vote on rezoning a 10.821-acre parcel on Georgia Highway 21 from Light Industrial and R4 to General Commercial, consideration of an amendment to the Effingham County Inmate Labor Agreement, approval of city financial policies, and approval of purchases for holiday decorations.

• Second reading and vote on ordinance replacing Chapter 90 (Zoning and Growth Management) – repealing sections 90-1 through 90-361 and replacing with new sections 90-1 through 90-26
• Rezoning of parcel #R2700005 (10.821 acres) off Georgia Highway 21 from LN (Light Industrial) and R4 (Single-Family Residential) to GC (General Commercial)
• Consideration of Amendment #3 to the Effingham County Inmate Labor Agreement
• Approval of City of Rincon Financial Policies
• Approval of purchases of holiday decorations

City Council approved a set of new financial policies and the purchase of holiday decorations. The council also approved a zoning cleanup for a 10.821-acre parcel and an amendment to the Effingham County Inmate Labor Agreement. A workshop is scheduled for July 23 to discuss the termination of the volunteer firefighter program.

• Approved second reading of ordinance repealing and replacing sections of Chapter 90 Zoning and Growth Management (Unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of Parcel # R2700005 (10.821 acres) to General Commercial (Unanimous)
• Approved Amendment #3 of the Effingham County Inmate Labor Agreement (Unanimous)
• Approved City of Rincon Financial Policies (Unanimous)
• Approved purchase of holiday decorations from Universal Concepts for $88,147.00 (Unanimous)
• Scheduled workshop for July 23 at 6:00pm to discuss volunteer firefighter program termination

City Council

The Rincon City Council will consider a public hearing on a proposed repeal and revision of Chapter 90 zoning regulations. Council members will vote on a second reading of a comprehensive zoning ordinance amendment and on the final site‑plan approval for a 22‑unit townhome development at 0 E Towne Park Dr. Additional items include reappointing a regional commission representative, approving a $9,540‑per‑month internet service agreement with Windstream, and authorizing a deed for a 0.11‑acre parcel on West 7th Street.

• Public hearing on repeal and revision of Chapter 90 zoning and growth management ordinances
• Vote on second reading of comprehensive zoning ordinance amendment (Chapter 90 revisions)
• Vote on final site‑plan approval for a 22‑unit townhome complex at 0 E Towne Park Dr (2.81 acres, parcels R2570033‑R2570035)
• Approve reappointment of Rebecca Boston to the Coastal Regional Commission Council
• Approve agreement with Windstream to provide internet services to city facilities at $9,540 per month

The City Council approved a series of zoning ordinance repeals and replacements, a townhome site plan, and a four-year internet service agreement with Windstream. No action was taken following an executive session.

• Approved Second Reading of zoning ordinance repealing Article III and Article VI (unanimous)
• Approved First Reading of zoning ordinance repealing Articles I, III, and XIV (unanimous)
• Approved final site plan for 22-unit townhome complex at 0 E Towne Park Dr (unanimous)
• Approved reappointment of Rebecca Boston to Coastal Regional Commission (unanimous)
• Approved Windstream internet service agreement for $9,540/month (unanimous)
• Authorized City Attorney to draft deed for 0.11 acre remnant parcel at 500 block of West 7th Street (unanimous)
• Authorized executive session for personnel, litigation, and real estate (unanimous)
• No action taken following executive session

Planning and Zoning Board

The Rincon Planning and Zoning Board will decide on a final site plan for a 22-unit townhome complex on three parcels at 0 E Towne Park Dr. The board will also review proposed amendments to multiple sections of the zoning code, including parking, streets, and sign regulations, as part of the Unified Development Ordinance update.

• Final site plan approval request for 22-unit townhome complex on 2.81 acres at 0 E Towne Park Dr, zoned R8
• Review of proposed changes to Chapter 90 sections: access to public street, off-street parking, vision obstruction, street parking, streets, service lanes, construction trespass, and Article IV sign regulations

The Board approved a final site plan for a 22-unit townhome complex and recommended approval of updates to the city's zoning and growth management chapters. The meeting concluded with no other substantive decisions.

• Approved final site plan for 22-unit townhome complex at 0 E Towne Park Dr (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Chapter 90 updates regarding parking, streets, and signs (unanimous)

City Council

The Rincon City Council will hold a public hearing on proposed amendments to Chapter 90 (Zoning and Growth Management) covering multiple sections, then vote on the first reading of related zoning changes. Other business includes approval of a $298,700 street sweeper purchase, site plan for a new bank, closure of an unopened lane, and setting a special election to fill the mayor's seat.

• Request to purchase Elgin Street Sweeper for $298,700
• Site plan approval for a 3,260 sq ft bank at Hwy 21 S
• Resolution to close and vacate unused lane between Savannah Avenue and Georgia Avenue
• Approval of a roadway assessment for city streets at $43,000
• Bid awards for Macomber Park Improvements: $395,260 (PINCO) and $450,025.25 (ACC)

The Rincon City Council approved a $298,700 street sweeper purchase, a $43,000 road assessment, and set the November 5, 2024 date for the special election to fill the vacant mayor's seat. The council also approved a name change for the Rincon Golf Course to City Club at Lost Plantation and Macomber Park improvements.

• Approved purchase of Elgin Street Sweeper ($298,700)
• Approved Roadway Assessment of City Streets ($43,000)
• Set special election date for November 5, 2024
• Approved name change to City Club at Lost Plantation
• Approved Macomber Park improvements ($395,260 to PINCO)
• Approved First Reading of zoning ordinance amendments
• Approved site plan for new bank branch at Hwy 21 S
• Approved closing unused lane between Savannah and Georgia Aves

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on proposed amendments to zoning ordinances covering prohibited uses, residential standards, accessory structures, and fencing. The council will also vote on second readings for a rezoning of church property at 3430 Hwy 21 S. and a variance at 123 Sweetwater Drive. Other business includes approving $74,922.95 for police vehicle equipment and a $228,073.50 payment for the Highway 21 Sidewalk Extension.

• Public hearing on amendments to Chapter 90 (Zoning) sections including prohibited uses, single-family standards, accessory structures, and fencing
• Second reading vote on rezoning 2.714 acres from LN and 8.107 acres from R4 to GC at 3430 Hwy 21 S. (Rincon Church of God)
• Request to pay Dana Safety Supply $74,922.95 for emergency equipment on three 2024 Chevrolet Tahoes
• Approval of Pay Request #3 for $228,073.50 for Highway 21 Sidewalk Extension Project
• Variance request by Stan and Louise Riner to encroach into side and front setbacks at 123 Sweetwater Drive

The City Council approved amendments to zoning ordinances, a rezoning for a church, emergency equipment purchases, and a sidewalk project. They also approved baseball field re-claying, architectural design services, and waived park fees for a scholarship event.

• Approved amendments to zoning ordinances (Chapter 90)
• Approved rezoning of 3430 Hwy 21 S. to General Commercial
• Approved purchase of emergency equipment for patrol vehicles
• Approved Highway 21 Sidewalk Extension Project payment
• Approved variance for 123 Sweetwater Drive house construction
• Approved waiver of Freedom Park fees for scholarship event
• Authorized signing of CORE MPO Memorandum of Understanding
• Approved baseball field re-claying at Macomber Park ($40,800)

City Council

The Rincon City Council will hold public hearings and votes on a rezoning of 3430 Hwy 21 S from Light Industrial and Residential to General Commercial, and a variance for setbacks at 123 Sweetwater Drive. The consent agenda includes second readings of ordinances for the retirement plan and tree regulations, purchases, and meeting schedule changes. New business includes first readings on the rezoning and variance, a GIRMA insurance renewal for $246,114, and activation of the Economic Development Authority.

• Public hearing and first reading vote to rezone 3430 Hwy 21 S from LN/R4 to GC (10.821 total acres)
• Public hearing and first reading vote on variance for setbacks at 123 Sweetwater Drive (new house)
• Approval of GIRMA Property and Liability Insurance renewal for 2024-2025 in the amount of $246,114.00
• Request to approve Pay Request #3 for Fort Howard Road Sidewalk Extension in amount of $30,664.00
• Second reading of ordinance amending Chapter 90 tree regulations (Landscaping)

The council unanimously approved a resolution to activate the Economic Development Authority of Rincon, aimed at attracting commercial businesses. They also approved first readings of a rezoning at 3430 Hwy 21 S to General Commercial and a variance for a house at 123 Sweetwater Drive, along with renewing GIRMA insurance for $246,114. A revision to City Personnel Policy Section 135 was tabled until May 28. The consent agenda containing 10 items, including second readings of ordinances, purchases, and meeting schedule changes, was approved unanimously.

• Activated Economic Development Authority of Rincon by resolution (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of rezoning at 3430 Hwy 21 S from LN/R4 to GC (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of variance for 123 Sweetwater Drive encroachments (unanimous)
• Renewed GIRMA Property and Liability Insurance for 2024-2025 at $246,114 (unanimous)
• Tabled revision to Personnel Policy Section 135 on Appeals and Grievance (unanimous)
• Approved agreements with Matthew Breedon and Ian Heap as municipal court solicitors (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, ordinance amendments, purchases, and meeting schedule changes (unanimous)
• Conducted public hearings on rezoning and variance; no vote taken

City Council

The council unanimously approved a variance for a monument sign up to 200 square feet at 1000 Sewon Ev Road, exceeding the city's maximum by 100 square feet. It also approved consent agenda items including pay requests for sidewalk extensions and amendments to the city's retirement plan and building codes. The FY2022 audit was adopted to bring the city back into compliance.

• Approved sign variance for 200 sq ft monument at 1000 Sewon Ev Road (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of zoning amendments for protective buffers and tree regulations (unanimous)
• Adopted FY2022 audit (unanimous)
• Approved retirement plan ordinance amendment (consent agenda)
• Approved second reading of building code update (consent agenda)
• Approved $123,052.50 pay request for Highway 21 Sidewalk Extension (consent agenda)
• Approved $28,638.00 pay request for 9th Street Sidewalk Extension (consent agenda)
• Held executive session; no action taken

Planning and Zoning Board

The Board approved a site plan for a new freestanding bank on Hwy 21 S. It also recommended approval of several changes to the Zoning and Growth Management code, including new regulations for tractor-trailer parking in residential areas.

• Approved site plan for 3,260 sf Bank of Newington on Hwy 21 S (Unanimous; 2 abstentions)
• Recommended approval of Chapter 90 Zoning and Growth Management updates (Unanimous)
• Proposed requiring closets for a room to be considered a bedroom
• Proposed allowing vehicles over two axles via parking permit with annual fee on lots minimum 1-acre
• Proposed requiring storage to be in side or rear and not visible from street
• Proposed changing Adult Entertainment Establishments and Full-service Car Wash to Conditional Use in B-2

City Council

The March 26, 2024 Rincon City Council meeting minutes list agenda items including consent agenda purchases, a budget amendment, audit adoption, building code ordinance first reading, and a board appointment, but no vote outcomes are recorded. No substantive decisions can be confirmed from the record.

• Consent Agenda: Purchase two pumps for 9th Street Lift Station ($62,887.80) — outcome not recorded
• Consent Agenda: Purchase two pumps for Keller Road Lift Station ($27,631.60) — outcome not recorded
• Consent Agenda: Purchase 150 water meters from Delta Municipal Supply ($39,750) — outcome not recorded
• Budget Amendment BA 2022-03 for FY2022 — outcome not recorded
• Adoption and presentation of FY2022 Audit — outcome not recorded
• First reading of ordinance to update building code references (Chapter 14) — outcome not recorded
• Appoint city representative to Transportation Advisory Board — outcome not recorded

City Council Special Called

The Rincon City Council is holding a special called meeting to consider several purchases and approvals. The agenda includes consent items for pump purchases for lift stations and water meters, and new business items such as a budget amendment, adoption of the FY2022 audit, first reading of building code amendments, an appointment to the Transportation Advisory Board, and a $250,000 fund transfer for Macomber Park improvements.

• Request approval to purchase two pumps for the 9th Street Lift Station for $62,887.80
• Request approval to purchase two pumps for the Keller Road Lift Station for $27,631.60
• Request approval to purchase 150 water meters from Delta Municipal Supply for $39,750.00
• First reading of ordinance to amend building code references in Chapter 14
• Authorize $250,000 transfer from Contingencies to Parks and Recreation for Macomber Park improvements

The Rincon City Council unanimously approved a budget amendment to transfer $417,510 from contingency funds to complete Macomber Park improvements, and approved several other budget amendments and equipment purchases. The FY2022 audit was tabled.

• Approved $62,888 purchase of pumps for 9th Street Lift Station
• Approved $27,632 purchase of pumps for Keller Road Lift Station
• Approved $39,750 purchase of 150 water meters
• Approved Budget Amendment BA 2022-03 for FY 2022
• Tabled FY2022 Audit until April 8
• Approved ordinance to update building code references
• Appointed Jonathan Lynn to Transportation Advisory Board
• Approved transfer of $417,510 to Macomber Park improvements

Planning and Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board denied a variance request for a new house at 123 Sweetwater Drive that encroaches into front and side setbacks. The motion passed 4-3, with three board members voting against the request.

• Approved agenda and March 19, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Denied variance request for 123 Sweetwater Drive (4-3)

Planning and Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board voted 4-3 to approve a variance requested by Stan and Louise Riner for a new house at 123 Sweetwater Drive that encroaches into front and side setbacks. The board, which makes a recommendation to the City Council, cited that the house was built based on an incorrect survey and that staff found no safety concerns. The vote was 4-3, with members Doss, Griffin, and Milner opposing.

• Approved variance for setbacks at 123 Sweetwater Drive (4-3)
• Approved meeting agenda unanimously
• Approved March 19, 2024 minutes unanimously

City Council

The Rincon City Council will consider second readings of three ordinances — one amending Planned Unit Development rules, one creating false alarm penalties, and one raising the competitive bidding threshold to $100,000. The consent agenda includes approval of pay requests totaling over $352,000 for sidewalk projects on 9th Street, Highway 21, and Fort Howard Road. New business features a resolution to impose a moratorium on new site plans for structures under 100,000 square feet along Highway 21 (Columbia Avenue), plus appointments, a library repair quote, and selection of a city attorney firm. The council will also enter executive session to discuss personnel, litigation, and real estate.

• Vote on second reading of ordinance to amend Planned Unit Development language (Chapter 90, Article VI, Section 90-180)
• Vote on second reading to increase competitive bidding threshold to $100,000 (Ordinance 2-205)
• Request approval of $112,140 pay request No. 1 for 9th Street Sidewalk Extension Project
• Request approval of $148,166 pay request No. 2 for Fort Howard Road Sidewalk Extension Project
• Adopt resolution imposing moratorium on new site plans for structures under 100,000 sq ft along Highway 21 (Columbia Avenue)

The Council approved a 90-day moratorium on new site plans for buildings under 100,000 square feet along Highway 21. Additional actions included approving library building repairs, appointing a health department representative, and selecting a new law firm.

• Approved agenda (Unanimous)
• Approved February 26 minutes (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved consent agenda (Unanimous)
• Approved National Multiple Sclerosis Educational Awareness Month proclamation (Unanimous)
• Approved Georgia Emergency Management Agency mutual aid agreement (Unanimous)
• Approved $54,400 for C.L. Edwards Construction library repairs (Unanimous)
• Appointed Kelli Stoner to Effingham County Health Department Board (Unanimous)
• Adopted 90-day moratorium on site plans along Highway 21 (Unanimous)

City Council Special Called

This special called meeting of the Rincon City Council includes a presentation on updates to the Unified Development Ordinance and two items of new business: rescheduling the March 25, 2024 meeting to March 26, 2024, and appointing a presiding officer under Charter Section 2.34. The council will vote on these items.

• Presentation on update to the Unified Development Ordinance
• Request to reschedule March 25, 2024 meeting to March 26, 2024
• Consideration to appoint a presiding officer pursuant to Charter Sec. 2.34

The Rincon City Council unanimously approved rate changes for the Rincon Golf Course memberships and rescheduled the next meeting. The council also appointed a presiding officer and heard a presentation on a Unified Development Ordinance update.

• Approved rescheduling March 25 meeting to March 26 (unanimous)
• Appointed Mona Underwood as presiding officer (5-0, Scott abstained)
• Approved golf course membership rate changes (unanimous)
• Heard presentation on Unified Development Ordinance update

City Council

The council will hold two public hearings: one for the 2024 Comprehensive Plan update and another for proposed changes to Planned Unit Development regulations. It will also vote on second readings for two rezoning requests by the Bank of Newington, consider a new employment agreement for the city manager, and address several other administrative items.

• Public hearing on the 2024 Comprehensive Plan update
• Public hearing to amend Planned Unit Development (PUD) language in Chapter 90
• Second reading votes to rezone 111 Lewis Drive and 5919 S. Hwy 21 from GC to OC
• Approval of amended employment agreement for City Manager Jonathan Lynn
• Approval to purchase three Chevrolet PPV Tahoes for $151,400.97

The Council approved the adoption of "Bobcat" Blue as the official city color and authorized the purchase of three police Tahoes. Other key actions included increasing the City Manager's spending limit and adjusting golf cart fees.

• Adopted "Bobcat" Blue as official city color (Unanimous)
• Approved purchase of three Chevrolet PPV Tahoes for $151,400.97 (Unanimous)
• Increased City Manager spending and credit limit to $20,000 (Unanimous)
• Increased golf cart fees from $19.00 to $25.00 effective March 1, 2024 (Unanimous)
• Approved first reading of ordinance creating penalties for false alarms (Unanimous)
• Approved first reading of ordinance increasing competitive bid threshold to $100,000 (Unanimous)
• Approved $33,189.20 change order for 2023 Rincon LMIG Project (Unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 111 Lewis Drive and 5919 S. Hwy. 21 to Office and Commercial (Unanimous)

City Council

The council will hold public hearings and vote on first readings to rezone two parcels from General Commercial to Office and Commercial. Also up for votes are site plan approvals for a community building and a Sherwin-Williams store, and multiple purchase authorizations including patrol rifles and rifle plates. The meeting includes an executive session.

• Rezoning .39-acre parcel at 111 Lewis Drive from GC to OC (parcel 0465J003A00)
• Rezoning .63-acre parcel at 5919 S. Hwy 21 from GC to OC (parcel 0465J001A00)
• Site plan for a 1,649 sf community building at 401 Lisa Street
• Site plan for a 4,500 sf Sherwin-Williams store at 311 South Columbia Avenue
• Purchase of 10 Sig Sauer M400 patrol rifles ($11,240) and Level III+ rifle plates ($18,580)

The Rincon City Council unanimously approved rezoning requests for two Bank of Newington properties, a site plan for a new community building, and the purchase of patrol rifles and police training. The council also approved contracts for paving projects and comprehensive plan updates.

• Approved rezoning of 111 Lewis Drive from GC to OC (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 5919 S. Hwy. 21 from GC to OC (unanimous)
• Approved site plan for 401 Lisa Street community building (unanimous)
• Approved site plan for 311 South Columbia Avenue Sherwin Williams store (unanimous)
• Approved pay request #3 for Public Works paving project ($42,810) (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Coastal Regional Commission for comprehensive plan update ($18,000) (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 10 Sig Sauer M400 patrol rifles ($11,240) (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of Level III+ rifle plates and carriers ($18,580) (unanimous)

Planning and Zoning Board

The Rincon Planning and Zoning Board will discuss procedural matters, including approval of January 2023 minutes. New business features a question-and-answer session with Police Chief Jonathon Murrell, introduction of Code Enforcement Officer Devin Frails, and a training overview of board policies and procedures. No zoning changes or financial actions are on the agenda.

• Q&A session with Police Chief Jonathon Murrell
• Introduction of new Code Enforcement Officer Devin Frails
• Training on planning and zoning policies and procedures
• Approval of minutes from January 16, 2023

The board approved the agenda and minutes for the February 20, 2024, meeting. The Rincon Police Chief was unable to attend, and the board received an introduction to the new Code Enforcement Officer. The meeting concluded with a unanimous vote to adjourn.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes with name correction (unanimous)
• Police Chief unable to attend; meeting rescheduled
• Introduced new Code Enforcement Officer
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The Rincon City Council will meet on January 22, 2024 to vote on several items including a second reading of an ordinance to allow cottage foods as a home occupation, approval of an automatic weather siren system, and a workers compensation insurance policy costing $183,922. The council will also consider a moratorium on accepting new site plans in the GC Zoning District, appoint a representative to the Effingham County Library, and adopt a resolution supporting Springfield's efforts against odor from the DRT plant. An executive session is scheduled for personnel, litigation, and real estate matters.

• Vote on second reading of ordinance to allow cottage foods as home occupation (Section 18-52)
• Approve Automatic Weather Siren & Messaging System
• Approve workers compensation insurance with GMA at $183,922
• Adopt moratorium on new site plans in GC Zoning District
• Appoint representative to Effingham County Library

The City Council approved a 45-day moratorium on new site plans in the GC Zoning District to allow for ordinance revisions. Other key actions included approving park renovations and updating home occupation rules to allow cottage foods.

• Approved ordinance to allow Cottage Foods as a Home Occupation (Unanimous)
• Approved Automatic Weather Siren & Messaging System (Unanimous)
• Approved Workers Compensation Insurance premium of $183,922.00 (Unanimous)
• Approved 45-day moratorium on new site plans in the GC Zoning District (Unanimous)
• Appointed Rebecca Long to the Effingham County Library Board (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution of Support for City of Springfield regarding DRT Plant odors (Unanimous)
• Approved $35,200 for Macomber Park Restroom renovations using SPLOST funds (Unanimous)
• Approved $20,500 purchase of 2019 Chevy Tahoe via vehicle trade-ins (Unanimous)

City Council

The Rincon City Council will hold a public hearing on proposed amendments to allow Cottage Foods as a home occupation, then vote on the first reading of that ordinance. Council will also vote on second readings for rezoning a parcel at 107 W Fourteenth Street from OC to GC, and for annexing and rezoning two Bank of Newington parcels on Lewis Drive and S Hwy 21. Additional actions include approving a $626,849.73 pay request for road projects, authorizing a $19,500 canine purchase, and appointing a new Planning and Zoning Board member. The meeting will close with an executive session on personnel, litigation, and real estate.

• Public hearing on amending Section 18-52 to allow Cottage Foods as a Home Occupation
• Vote on second reading to rezone 107 W Fourteenth Street from OC to GC (Westcoast MS Properties)
• Vote on second reading to annex and rezone .39-acre at 111 Lewis Drive (Bank of Newington) from R-1 to GC
• Vote on second reading to annex and rezone .63-acre at 5919 S Hwy 21 from B-1 to GC
• Vote to approve pay request #2 for $626,849.73 for 2023 LMIG road projects

The Rincon City Council approved the first reading of an amendment to Section 18‑52 of the city ordinances to permit cottage‑food businesses as a home occupation. The council also approved several rezoning and annexation petitions for the Bank of Newington and authorized a $626,849.73 payment for 2023 LMIG projects. All actions were approved by a unanimous vote.

• Approved first reading of amendment to allow cottage foods as a home occupation (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 107 W Fourteenth Street from OC to GC (unanimous)
• Approved annexation of 111 Lewis Drive (unanimous)
• Approved annexation of 5919 S. Hwy 21 (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 5919 S. Hwy 21 from B‑1 to GC (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 111 Lewis Drive from R‑1 to GC (unanimous)
• Appointed Tim Milner to the Planning and Zoning Board (unanimous)
• Authorized payment request #2 of $626,849.73 for 2023 LMIG projects (unanimous)

City Council Special Called

The City Council will conduct a second reading of the proposed FY 2024 City of Rincon Budget. The meeting also includes an executive session to discuss personnel, litigation, attorney-client privilege, and real estate.

• Second reading of the proposed FY 2024 City of Rincon Budget
• Executive session regarding personnel, pending litigation, and real estate

The Rincon City Council unanimously approved the second reading of the proposed FY2024 budget and entered executive session for personnel, pending litigation, and real estate. After executive session, they denied an anti litem notice and appointed Rick Rafter as interim city solicitor, all by unanimous votes.

• Approved second reading of FY2024 budget (unanimous)
• Denied Anti Litem notice (unanimous)
• Appointed Rick Rafter as interim City Solicitor (unanimous)
• Approved executive session affidavit and resolution (unanimous)
• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)

Planning and Zoning Board

The Planning and Zoning Board will elect a chairperson and vice-chairperson, then consider two site plan approvals and two rezoning petitions. They will also review proposed changes to Chapter 90, Article VI, Section 90-180 of the Municipal Code regarding Planned Unit Developments.

• Site plan for new 1,649 sf community building at 401 Lisa Street (R-11 zone) by CAHEC Properties
• Site plan for new 4,500 sf Sherwin Williams retail store at 311 South Columbia Avenue (GC zone) by SWP Rincon, LLC
• Rezoning of 5919 South Highway 21 from GC to OC (Office and Commercial) by Chris Gohagan
• Rezoning of 111 Lewis Drive from GC to OC by Chris Gohagan
• Proposed amendments to PUD regulations (Section 90-180)

The Planning and Zoning Board unanimously approved site plans for a new community building and a Sherwin Williams store, as well as zoning map amendments to convert two parcels from General Commercial to Office and Commercial. The board also unanimously elected officers and approved proposed changes to the municipal code regarding Planned Unit Developments.

• Elected Tim Milner as Chair and Dan Elliott as Vice-Chair
• Approved site plan for 1,649 sf Community Building at Lisa Street (Unanimous)
• Approved site plan for 4,500 sf Sherwin Williams retail store at 311 South Columbia Avenue (Unanimous)
• Approved zoning map amendment for 5919 South Highway 21 from GC to OC (Unanimous)
• Approved zoning map amendment for 111 Lewis Drive from GC to OC (Unanimous)
• Approved proposed changes to Chapter 90, Article VI, Section 90-180 of the Municipal Code (Unanimous)
• Approved December 19, 2023, meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Adjourned the meeting at 7:14 p.m. (Unanimous)

Planning and Zoning Board

The Rincon Planning and Zoning Board will consider proposed changes to home occupation regulations to permit cottage foods. The board will also hold a question-and-answer session with Fire Chief Lou Reed. Procedural items include approval of the agenda and minutes from the November 21, 2023 meeting.

• Review proposed changes to Home Occupations and Home Business Offices to allow Cottage Foods as a home occupation
• Planning Board Q&A with Rincon Fire Chief Lou Reed
• Approval of minutes from November 21, 2023 meeting

The Rincon Planning and Zoning Board unanimously approved a motion to recommend amending the city code to allow Cottage Foods as a home occupation, after a resident described her difficulty operating a cookie business. The Board also heard from Fire Chief Lou Reed, who reported that the city's ISO rating improved from class 2 to class 3, lowering insurance rates for residents and businesses.

• Approved recommendation to amend code allowing Cottage Foods as a home occupation (unanimous)

City Council

The Rincon City Council will hold public hearings and vote on several zoning map amendments and annexations, including two parcels requested by the Bank of Newington. The council will also consider a fire fee increase for residents and commercial properties, first reading of the FY2024 budget, and approval of a cold storage facility site plan. Other items include fee increases for fields, business licenses, and a new Unified Development Ordinance contract.

• Vote to increase residential fire fee on water bill from $11.00 to $14.00/month and commercial fire fee by 15% for 2024
• Public hearings and first readings on rezoning parcels at 111 Lewis Drive (R-1 to GC) and 5919 S. Hwy 21 (B-1 to GC) for Bank of Newington
• First reading of FY2024 City of Rincon Budget
• Vote on preliminary site plan for a 336,512 sq. ft. cold storage distribution facility at 0 Hwy 21 and 0 Heritage Way
• Approval of $146,000 payment to Savannah River Utilities for Public Works Parking Lot project

Council approved the first reading of the FY 2024 budget and several zoning amendments for the Bank of Newington. The board also approved a contract for a new Unified Development Ordinance and increased various city fees. A preliminary site plan for a cold storage warehouse was approved.

• Approved first reading of FY 2024 Budget at $17,562,731.13 (Unanimous)
• Approved $107,320.00 bid for Inspire Placemaking Collective to write new UDO (Unanimous)
• Approved first reading of annexation and rezoning for Bank of Newington parcels at 111 Lewis Drive and 5919 S. Hwy 21 (Unanimous)
• Approved first reading of rezoning for 107 W Fourteenth Street to General Commercial (Unanimous)
• Approved 5-foot height variance and preliminary site plan for Cold Summit Development warehouse (Unanimous)
• Increased monthly residential fire fee from $11 to $14 and commercial fire fee by 15% (Unanimous)
• Increased Macomber Park field rental fees to $100 and maintenance fees to $200 (Unanimous)
• Approved $146,000.00 payment to Savannah River Utilities for Public Works Parking Lot (Unanimous)

City Council

The Rincon City Council will hold second readings and votes on several zoning map amendments and ordinance changes. Key items include rezoning 2.79 acres from Limited Industrial to General Commercial and 18.5 acres to Multi-Family Residential at 1350 N Columbia Ave, as well as amendments to sign regulations and Planning and Zoning Board language. Additionally, the council will consider a site plan for a garden center, a contract for defibrillators, a payment for the Public Works Parking Lot, a water quality monitoring agreement, and a lease for the golf course restaurant.

• Second reading of zoning map amendment for 21.29 acres at 1350 N Columbia Ave (LN to GC and R8)
• Second reading of amendments to sign regulations (Sections 90-122 and 90-129)
• Site plan approval for a 3,516 sq. ft. garden center at 591 Towne Park West Dr.
• Contract with Cintas for new defibrillators in all city buildings
• Request to pay Savannah River Utilities $149,000 for Public Works Parking Lot Project

The council unanimously approved a zoning map amendment for a 21.29-acre parcel at 1350 N Columbia Ave, changing 2.79 acres to general commercial and 18.5 acres to residential multi-unit attached. They also approved site plans for an Ace Hardware garden center and a lease for Greenside Bar & Grille at the golf course, and tabled sign regulation amendments until January 22. All other items, including contracts for AEDs, water monitoring, and a parking lot project, passed unanimously.

• Approved second reading of zoning map amendment for 1350 N Columbia Ave (unanimous)
• Approved site plan for Ace Hardware garden center at 591 Towne Park West Dr (unanimous)
• Tabled sign regulation ordinance until January 22 (unanimous)
• Approved $11,918 annual AED contract with Cintas (unanimous)
• Approved $149,000 payment for Public Works parking lot project (unanimous)
• Approved $21,738 water quality monitoring agreement with GMC (unanimous)
• Approved $6,298.88 GMA Telecommunications subscription (unanimous)
• Approved lease proposal for Greenside Bar & Grille at golf course (unanimous)

City Council

This meeting agenda is largely procedural, consisting of a call to order, agenda approval, and an executive session to discuss personnel, pending litigation, attorney-client privilege, and real estate. Following the executive session, the council will file an affidavit and resolution per state statutes, then take any necessary action from the closed session. No other public agenda items are scheduled.

• Executive session to discuss personnel, pending litigation, attorney-client privilege, and real estate
• Filing of executive session affidavit and resolution per state statutes
• Potential action on items discussed in executive session

The Rincon City Council unanimously approved motions to hold an executive session regarding personnel and litigation, and to file the required affidavit. The council returned to the meeting and adjourned without taking any action on the executive session items.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved executive session motion (unanimous)
• Returned to meeting (unanimous)
• Approved executive session affidavit (unanimous)
• No action taken on executive session items
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The Rincon City Council will hold a public hearing on a variance for a cold storage warehouse height increase, then vote on first readings of zoning map amendments for properties on N Columbia Ave and Towne Park East, preliminary approval of a 320,000+ sq ft industrial warehouse at 0 Hwy 21, and final site plan for a 35-lot subdivision on Fort Howard Road. Other actions include awarding sidewalk project bids, approving pay requests, amending sign regulations, and appointing planning board members.

• First reading of zoning map amendment for 1350 N Columbia Ave: 2.79 acres to GC (General Commercial) and 18.5 acres to R8 (Residential-Multi-unit attached).
• First reading of zoning map amendment for 0 Towne Park East: three parcels totaling 2.83 acres from GC to R8.
• Preliminary approval request for a 320,000+ sq ft industrial warehouse on a 27.53-acre LN parcel and a 7.60-acre R4 parcel at 0 Hwy 21.
• Public hearing and first reading of a variance by Cold Summit Development to build a cold storage warehouse 5 feet above the 50-foot height limit at 0 Hwy 21 and 0 Heritage Way.
• Request to award bids for the City of Rincon Sidewalks Project and approval of pay request #1 for $156,913.10 for 2023 LMIG Projects.

The Rincon City Council approved a zoning map amendment for a 21.29-acre parcel to change from industrial to residential, approved a preliminary site plan for a large industrial warehouse, and awarded contracts for three sidewalk projects. The council also approved a Christmas parade permit and a pay request for traffic control work.

• Approved zoning map amendment for 1350 N Columbia Ave (4-2)
• Approved preliminary site plan for 320,000 sq ft industrial warehouse
• Awarded bids for Highway 21, Fort Howard Road, and 9th Street sidewalks
• Approved pay request #1 for traffic control work
• Approved Christmas parade permit and waived fees
• Denied variance for cold storage warehouse height (failed lack of second)
• Tabled zoning map amendment for 0 Towne Park East (failed lack of second)
• Approved first reading of sign regulation ordinance

Special Called

The Rincon City Council will hold a public hearing and first reading on the proposed FY 2024 city budget. The council will also convene an executive session to discuss personnel, pending litigation, attorney-client privilege, and real estate, with possible follow-up action afterward.

• Public hearing on proposed FY 2024 City of Rincon Budget
• First reading of proposed FY 2024 City of Rincon Budget
• Executive session for personnel, pending litigation, attorney-client privilege, and real estate
• Potential action on items from executive session

The City Council held a public hearing to discuss the proposed FY 2024 budget. Because there was no quorum, no official actions or votes could be taken.

• No actions taken due to lack of quorum