Darlington County, SC

Darlington County Council TEST

Darlington County Council

The Darlington County Council will hold third readings for ordinances regarding renewable energy systems and budget employee positions. The body is also considering a new bond issuance and a lease amendment for an aircraft hangar.

• Ordinance 26-09: Proposed general obligation bond not exceeding $4,500,000 for the Darlington County Fire Protection District
• Ordinance 26-06: Third reading to amend requirements for solar energy systems and wind farm facilities
• Ordinance 26-08: Second reading for a lease amendment with Sonoco Products Company for an aircraft hangar at Darlington County Airport
• Ordinance 26-07: Third reading to amend the FY26/27 General Fund Budget authorized employee positions list
• Bid award for boiler replacement at the Darlington County Government Building

Darlington County Council

Darlington County Council meets on October 2, 2026, with public hearings and third readings scheduled for two ordinances: one amending renewable energy system requirements in the Development Standards Ordinance (Ord. 26-06) and one adjusting the FY26/27 General Fund authorized employee positions list with no change to the total appropriation (Ord. 26-07). Council will also consider a second reading of a lease amendment with Sonoco Products Company for an aircraft hangar at Darlington County Airport and a first reading of an ordinance to issue up to $4,500,000 in general obligation bonds for the Darlington County Fire Protection District. Other items include a bid award for boiler replacement at the Darlington County Government Building, an animal shelter contract with the Darlington County Humane Society, and a request to relocate a historical marker.

• Ord. 26-06 (third reading): amends Development Standards Ordinance Article 19, Section 19.4 on solar energy systems and wind farm facilities
• Ord. 26-07 (third reading): amends FY26/27 budget authorized employee positions list with no effect on total appropriation
• Ord. 26-08 (second reading): first amendment to ground and building lease for an aircraft hangar at Darlington County Airport with Sonoco Products Company
• Ord. 26-09 (first reading by title only): issuance of not exceeding $4,500,000 general obligation bond for Darlington County Fire Protection District
• Bid award for boiler replacement at the Darlington County Government Building; animal shelter contract with Darlington County Humane Society; request to relocate the 'Darlington County/Darlington County Courthouse' historical marker

Darlington County Council

The Darlington County Council will hold a second reading on ordinances regarding renewable energy systems and budget employee positions. The body will also consider a first reading for an aircraft hangar lease amendment.

• Ordinance No. 26-06: Amendments to solar energy systems and wind farm facility requirements
• Ordinance No. 26-07: Changes to the FY26/27 General Fund Budget authorized employee positions list
• Ordinance No. 26-08: First amendment to the aircraft hangar lease between Darlington County and Sonoco Products Company

Darlington County Council

Darlington County Council meets on 2026-09-25 to hold second readings on two ordinances: one amending the Development Standards Ordinance for renewable energy systems (solar and wind), and one amending the FY26/27 budget's authorized employee positions list with no change to total appropriations. A first reading, by title only, would authorize a lease amendment for an aircraft hangar at Darlington County Airport between the County and Sonoco Products Company. The agenda also includes routine opening items and adjournment.

• Ordinance No. 26-06 — second reading to amend Development Standards Ordinance Article 19, Section 19.4 on solar energy systems and wind farm facilities, and update the name for South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control
• Ordinance No. 26-07 — second reading to amend the FY26/27 General Fund budget's authorized employee positions list; stated to have no effect on the budget's total appropriation
• Ordinance No. 26-08 — first reading, by title only, authorizing a first amendment to a ground and building lease for an aircraft hangar at Darlington County Airport between Darlington County (Lessor) and Sonoco Products Company (Lessee)

Darlington County Council

The Darlington County Council will hold second readings on two ordinances: one amending renewable energy system requirements (solar and wind) in the Development Standards Ordinance, and another adjusting the FY26/27 budget's authorized employee positions without changing total appropriations. It will also hold a first reading to authorize a lease amendment for an aircraft hangar at the county airport with Sonoco Products Company. The meeting includes routine procedural items.

• Second reading of Ordinance 26-06 amending Article 19 (Solar Energy Systems and Wind Farm Facilities) of the Development Standards Ordinance
• Second reading of Ordinance 26-07 amending the FY26/27 budget's authorized employee positions list (no change to total appropriation)
• First reading of Ordinance 26-08 authorizing first amendment to ground and building lease for aircraft hangar at Darlington County Airport with Sonoco Products Company

Darlington County Council

The Darlington County Council will hold a public hearing and second reading vote on Ordinance 26-05, which would impose a nine-month moratorium on new solar and wind farm development applications. The council will also take a third reading vote on purchasing real property in the southern part of the county for economic development, and consider first readings on amendments to renewable energy standards and the FY26/27 budget. Several equipment purchases and grant offers are on the agenda for approval.

• Public hearing and second reading of Ordinance 26-05: 9-month moratorium on new solar/wind farm applications
• Third reading of Ordinance 25-24: purchase of real property in southern Darlington County for economic development
• First reading of Ordinance 26-06: amendments to renewable energy system standards (Article 19)
• First reading of Ordinance 26-07: budget amendment for authorized employee positions (no total appropriation change)
• Purchases: 2 compactors, 2 Peterbilt roll-off trucks, Mack day cab truck, 911 recording system upgrade, ambulance equipment, IV fluid warmers, public safety radios

Darlington County Council

The Darlington County Council is considering a nine-month moratorium on new solar and wind energy developments. The meeting also includes discussions on renewable energy standards and a property purchase for economic development.

• Second reading of Ordinance 26-05 to impose a nine-month moratorium on solar and wind energy applications
• Third reading of Ordinance 25-24 for a real property purchase in southern Darlington County for economic development
• First reading of Ordinance 26-06 to amend renewable energy system development standards
• First reading of Ordinance 26-07 to amend the FY26/27 General Fund budget authorized employee positions list
• Personal appearances regarding proposed utility-scale solar projects by Beth Johnson and Trena McElveen

Darlington County Council

This is a joint informational meeting hosted by the Darlington County Board of Education, bringing together municipal councils, county council, the water and sewer authority, and the legislative delegation. The purpose is to share and discuss matters of mutual interest, with no public participation scheduled. The agenda includes a presentation by the school district superintendent and table discussions on priorities, partnership, and pathways forward.

• Joint meeting of Darlington County municipal councils, county council, Board of Education, Water and Sewer Authority, and Legislative Delegation
• Presentation by Dr. Matthew Ferguson, Superintendent of Darlington County School District
• Table discussions on Priorities, Partnership, Pathways Forward
• No public participation scheduled

Darlington County Council

This meeting serves as an opportunity for municipal councils, county council, the Board of Education, the Water and Sewer Authority, and the Legislative Delegation to discuss matters of interest to local government units. No public participation is scheduled for this session.

• Presentation by Superintendent Dr. Matthew Ferguson
• Table discussions regarding priorities, partnership, and pathways forward

Darlington County Council

The Darlington County Council will hold a public hearing and take a third-reading vote on Ordinance 25-24 to purchase real property in the southern part of the county for economic development. The council will also consider a first-reading ordinance to impose a nine-month moratorium on new solar and wind farm applications, and a resolution to amend a fee-in-lieu-of-tax agreement with Polyquest and DAK Americas. Several items are for information only, including reports from the Humane Society, fire district, and PDRTA.

• Ordinance 25-24: purchase of Lamar property for economic development (third reading)
• Ordinance 26-05: nine-month moratorium on new solar and wind farm applications (first reading)
• Resolution 819: amendment to FILOT agreement with Polyquest and DAK Americas
• Request to purchase a Caterpillar D5 bulldozer from Blanchard Machinery for Environmental Services
• Sheriff's request to gift surplus weapons to retiring officers

Darlington County Council

The Darlington County Council will hold public hearings and consider lease agreements for office space in the Mozingo Building with the Greater Darlington Chamber of Commerce and Rubicon Family Counseling Center. The council will also take a second reading on an ordinance to purchase property in southern Darlington County for economic development, and consider a $1.5 million grant award for the Town of Lamar wastewater treatment plant improvement project. The agenda includes several consent items, appointments, and an executive session for legal and economic development matters.

• Public hearing and lease agreement with Greater Darlington Chamber of Commerce for Mozingo Building office space
• Public hearing and lease agreement with Rubicon Family Counseling Center for Mozingo Building office space
• Ordinance No. 25-24 second reading: purchase of real property in southern Darlington County for economic development
• SC Rural Infrastructure Authority grant award of $1,500,000 for Lamar Wastewater Treatment Plant Improvement Project
• Executive session to discuss legal advice on case 26CP160286 involving solar companies and county defendants

Darlington County Council

The Darlington County Council will hold third readings for several ordinances, including the fiscal year 2026-2027 budget and a property buyout program. The meeting also includes a personal appearance regarding solar projects and discussions on industrial park agreements.

• Third reading of Ordinance 26-02 regarding the FY26-27 budget
• Third reading of Ordinance 25-20 for the SCOR property buyout program
• Third reading of Ordinance 26-01 to amend the Multi-County Industrial and Business Park agreement
• Third reading of Ordinance 26-04 to amend personnel residency and retiree health insurance rules
• Personal appearance by Tracy Woodard regarding solar projects

Darlington County Council

The Darlington County Council will hold second readings on several ordinances, including the FY2026-27 budget, an amendment to expand the joint industrial park with Marlboro County, and changes to personnel rules. The council will also consider a fire truck purchase, surplus property donations, and appointments to boards. Public hearings are scheduled for the budget and other ordinances.

• Ordinance 26-02: FY2026-27 budget appropriations (second reading)
• Ordinance 26-01: Amendment to expand Darlington-Marlboro joint industrial park (second reading)
• Ordinance 26-04: Remove county residency requirement for department heads and increase retiree insurance contribution (second reading)
• Request to purchase a Pierce Freightliner tanker from Spartan Fire and Emergency Apparatus for the Fire District
• Donation of surplus fire apparatus to Darlington Raceway

Darlington County Council

Darlington County Council

The Darlington County Council will conduct a budget worksession during this meeting. No other specific legislative items or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Budget Worksession

Darlington County Council

The Darlington County Council will consider several ordinances, including the first reading of the 2026-2027 fiscal year budget and an amendment to a joint industrial park agreement. The council will also review requests for funding related to local recreation and road resurfacing.

• First reading of Ordinance 26-02 for the 2026-2027 fiscal year budget
• First reading of Ordinance 26-01 to amend the Darlington and Marlboro Joint County Industrial Park agreement
• CTC allocation of $217,751.00 to pave/resurface Fox Hollow Drive, Windy Hill Drive, Longleaf Drive, and Sandy Oak Drive
• Request for $5,000 for the Hunger Busters Program by Leadership Hartsville
• City of Darlington request for assistance to purchase 4 batting cages

Darlington County Council

The Darlington County Council will hold a public hearing and third reading vote on a $3,000,000 general obligation bond ordinance. The council will also consider second readings for two ordinances, including one to accept property through a state buyout program and another to purchase land for economic development, both with carry-over requests. Several proclamations and appointments are on the agenda.

• Public hearing and third reading of Ordinance 25-26 for a $3,000,000 general obligation bond
• Second reading of Ordinance 25-20 to accept property via SCOR buyout program (carry-over requested)
• Second reading of Ordinance 25-24 to purchase real property in southern Darlington County for economic development (carry-over requested)
• Resolution 810 for improvement of Town of Lamar's wastewater treatment plant
• Appointment of Jimmie Epling to Local First Steps Partnership Board

Darlington County Council

The Council will review several ordinances, including a proposed $3,000,000 general obligation bond and property acquisitions for economic development. The meeting also includes a bid award for parking lot resurfacing and a vehicle loan agreement with Darlington Raceway.

• Ordinance No. 25-26: Issuance of up to $3,000,000 general obligation bond (Third Reading - Carry over requested)
• Ordinance No. 25-20: Property buyout program through SC Office of Resilience (Second Reading - Carry over requested)
• Ordinance No. 25-24: Purchase of real property in southern Darlington County for economic development (Second Reading - Carry over requested)
• Bid award for resurfacing parking lots at EMS, EOC, 911, Magistrates' Office, and Sheriff's Office
• Vehicle loan agreement with Darlington Raceway for use of a County Fire District fire engine

Darlington County Council

The Darlington County Council will hold a public hearing and third reading vote on Ordinance 25-25 to purchase centrally located real property for economic development, including terminating an airport lease. The council will also consider second readings for a $3 million general obligation bond, a southern county property purchase, and a flood buyout property acceptance. Officers will be elected, and routine reports and appointments are on the agenda.

• Ordinance 25-25: purchase of centrally located real property for economic development (third reading, public hearing)
• Ordinance 25-26: issuance of up to $3,000,000 general obligation bond (second reading)
• Ordinance 25-24: purchase of real property in southern Darlington County for economic development (second reading, carry over requested)
• Ordinance 25-20: acceptance of property through SCOR buyout program, Group 5 (second reading, carry over requested)
• Election of Council Chairman, Vice-Chairman, and Chaplain