Horry County, South Carolina
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Municipal budget
Total revenue$717.4M (FY2023)
Total spending$583.6M (FY2023)
Taxes$392.8M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$736.9M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$1,596 (FY2023)
Recent meetings
Fri Jul 10, 2026
Horry County Council Meeting
Council to vote on updated development impact fees for parks, safety, solid waste
The Horry County Council will hold a third reading and public hearing on Ordinance 30-2026 to update development impact fees for parks and recreation, public safety, and solid waste facilities, adopting a capital improvements plan and an impact fee study with a housing affordability analysis. Other major items include a second reading of a development agreement with Pulte Home Company for the Pine Ridge tract to connect Carolina Bays Parkway to Highway 17 Bypass, and the repeal of a Road Maintenance Fee allocation for public transportation.
- Third reading of Ordinance 30-2026 to update development impact fees for parks, public safety, and solid waste facilities, with a housing affordability analysis (TischlerBise study)
- Second reading of Ordinance 73-2026 development agreement with Pulte Home Company for Pine Ridge tract, connecting Carolina Bays Parkway to Hwy 17 Bypass and limiting density
- Second reading of Ordinance 63-2026 authorizing a quit-claim deed to release a spoil easement on property owned by Chris Manning Builders
- Second reading of Ordinance 64-2026 leasing county-owned office space at Ralph Ellis Complex to S.C. Dept. of Motor Vehicles
- Consent item: Third reading of Ordinance 62-2026 repealing the Road Maintenance Fee portion allocated to public transportation
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Regular Council Meeting
July 14, 2026 – 6:00 p.m.
Council Chambers
A. Call to Order Johnny Gardner, Chairman
B. Invocation Mr. Crawford
C. Pledge of Allegiance Mr. Hardee
D. Public Input (Sign-up Required)
E. Approval of Agenda Contents
F. Approval of Minutes: Regular Meeting June 16, 2026
G. CONSENT AGENDA
1. Third Reading – Ordinance 49-2026 to amend the Future Land Use Map of the Imagine 2040 Comprehensive Plan
for PIN 26705020019 from Rural Communities to Suburban. (Causey)(Affiliated Ord 50-2026)
2. Third Reading – Ordinance 50-2026 to approve the request to amend the Official Zoning Maps for Horry County,
South Carolina, so as to rezone PIN 26705020019 from Residential (MSF 10) to Residential (MSF 7). (Causey)
(Affiliated Ord 49-2026)
3. Third Reading – Ordinance 62-2026 to repeal and remove the provision in Section 19-12 of the Horry County Code
of Laws which allocates a portion of the Road Maintenance Fee to support public transportation within the county.
(Favorable, Transportation Committee)
4. First Reading – Ordinance 74-2026 to amend the Future Land Use Map of the Imagine 2040 Comprehensive Plan
for PINS 44105010095, 44105010096, & 44105010097 from Suburban to Mixed use. (Loftus)(Affiliated Ord. 75-2026)
5. First Reading – Ordinance 75-2026 to approve the request to amend the Official Zoning Maps for Horry County,
South Carolina, so as to rezone PIN 44105040009, 44105010095, 44105010096, & 44105010097 from Highway
Commercial (HC) to
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Tue Jun 16, 2026
Horry County Council Meeting
Council to consider schematic design for 574-bed detention center expansion
The Horry County Council will vote on consent agenda items including zoning amendments for counseling facilities, commercial centers, and several map amendments. Notable actions include a third reading for a joint industrial park with Georgetown County, first readings for development agreements with Star Bluff Properties and Pulte Home, and a public hearing to repeal road maintenance fee allocation to public transit. Resolutions cover detention center design, police and fire funding, and a park donation.
- Resolution R-74-2026 authorizes schematic design and cost estimates for Phase 1 (574-bed tower) of detention center expansion/renovation
- Third Reading – Ordinance 60-2025 for joint industrial/business park with Georgetown County (Postal Way), including fee-in-lieu and revenue distribution
- First Reading – Ordinance 73-2026 development agreement with Pulte Home for Pine Ridge tract, connecting Carolina Bays Parkway to Highway 17 Bypass
- Second Reading & Public Hearing – Ordinance 62-2026 to repeal provision allocating road maintenance fee to public transportation
- Resolution R-75-2026 transfers funds to Horry County Police Department for accreditation, training, and software
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Regular Council Meeting
June 16, 2026 – 6:00 p.m.
Council Chambers
A. Call to Order Johnny Gardner, Chairman
B. Invocation Mr. Crawford
C. Pledge of Allegiance Mr. Allen
D. Public Input (Sign-up Required)
E. Approval of Agenda Contents
F. Approval of Minutes: Regular Meeting June 2, 2026
G. CONSENT AGENDA
1. Third Reading – Ordinance 34-2026 amending Articles II, XI & XIV of the Zoning Ordinance of Horry County, South
Carolina, pertaining to counseling facilities that distribute prescription medication onsite and psychiatric hospitals.
(Favorable, I&R Committee)
2. Third Reading – Ordinance 35-2026 amending Articles II & IX of the Zoning Ordinance of Horry County, South
Carolina, pertaining to Passenger and Product Transportation District (PA1). (Favorable, I&R Committee)
3. Third Reading – Ordinance 36-2026 amending Articles II, IV, IX and XIV of the Zoning Ordinance of Horry County,
South Carolina, pertaining to commercial centers (sales, rental, or lease – vehicles & equipment). (Favorable, I&R
Committee)
4. Third Reading – Ordinance 37-2026 amending Article III of the Zoning Ordinance of Horry County, South Carolina,
pertaining to zoning map amendments. (Favorable, I&R Committee)
5. Third Reading on the following ordinances to approve the request to amend the official zoning maps:
Ord 51-2026 Earthworks, agent Colby Johnson Investments, LLC (Servant)(Staff Disapproval)
Ord 52-2026 Jack Murray (Crawford)(Staff Disapproval)
Ord 53
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Wed Jun 10, 2026
Infrastructure & Regulation Sub-Committee
Sub-committee to discuss schematic design and funding for Rural Civic Center
The Infrastructure & Regulation Sub-Committee is meeting to discuss the Rural Civic Center project. They will hear a schematic design presentation from Johnson Consulting and a financial/funding update from County Administrator Barry Spivey. No votes or decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion-only meeting.
- Introduction of Brandon Wagner
- Schematic design presentation by Johnson Consulting
- Financial/funding update by Barry Spivey
- Public input opportunity
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I&R SUB-COMMITTEE ON RURAL CIVIC CENTER AGENDA
Wednesday, June 10th, 2026 - 2:00 p.m.
Horry County Government & Justice Center
Multipurpose Room B/C
Al Allen, Chairman
Danny Hardee
Mark Causey
Johnny Gardner
Johnny Shelley
Ronald Floyd
Danny Shelly
Benjie Andrew
I. Call to Order
II. Invocation
III. Pledge of Allegiance
IV. Public Input
V. Review and Approval of Agenda Contents
VI. Approval of Meeting - September 9th 2025
VII. Discussion Items
A. Introduction Brandon Wagner
B. Schematic Design Presentation Johnson Consulting
C. Financial/Funding Update Barry Spivey
VIII. Committee Member Comments
IX. Executive Session: If needed
Attachments: (for information only)
▪ Final Schematic Design Presentation – Johnson Consulting
ADJOURN
Approved 6/4/2026
David Gilreath, P.E., Asst. County Administrator/I&R Division
_______________________ ___________ Approved 6/4/2026
Barry Spivey, County Administrator
Approved 6/4/2026
The Honorable Al Allen, Infrastructure & Regulation Chairman
Wed Jun 10, 2026
Infrastructure & Regulation Committee
County to execute quit‑claim deed releasing spoil easement for Chris Manning Builders
The Infrastructure & Regulation Committee will discuss updates on stormwater, parks, historic preservation and short‑term rental regulations. It will consider several resolutions, including Tree Mitigation Funds for Carolina Forest, Council Community Benefit Funds, designating July as Parks and Recreation Month, amending the Planning and Zoning Fee Schedule, and accepting a ~6‑acre park donation in Forestbrook. The committee will also vote on four ordinances, notably authorizing a quit‑claim deed to release a spoil easement on property owned by Chris Manning Builders, LLC.
- Ordinance authorizing a quit‑claim deed to release a spoil easement on property owned by Chris Manning Builders, LLC
- Resolution allocating Tree Mitigation Funds for beautification efforts in Carolina Forest
- Resolution amending the Planning and Zoning Fee Schedule (Budget Ordinance 28‑2026)
- Resolution accepting donation of ~6.00 acres in Forestbrook for the R. Grant and Elizabeth G. Singleton Memorial Park
- Ordinance authorizing a lease agreement with the SC Dept. of Motor Vehicles for office space at the Ralph Ellis Complex
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I. Call to Order
II. Invocation
III. Pledge of Allegiance
IV. Public Input
V. Review and Approval of Agenda Contents
VI. Approval of Minutes – April 14, 2026
VII. Discussion Items
A. Stormwater CIP Update Brandon Wagner
B. Parks and Recreation Department Overview Ray Dunham
C. Acknowledgment of the Horry County Historic Preservation
Commission for its continued achievement and maintenance
of Certified Local Government (CLG) status
Rajiv Myana
D. Short-term Rental Regulations Heather Davis
VIII. Resolutions
A. A Resolution approving the allocation of Tree Mitigation
Funds for beautification efforts in Carolina Forest
Heather Davis
B. A Resolution approving an allocation of Council Community
Benefit Funds
Ashley Caroll
C. A Resolution by Horry County Council to designate July as
Parks and Recreation Month
Ray Dunham
D. A Resolution amending the Planning and Zoning Fee
Schedule of the Adopted Countywide Fee Schedules
Established by Budget Ordinance 28-2026
Thom Roth
E. A Resolution accepting the donation of ~6.00 acres of real
property in Forestbrook for the creation of the “R. Grant and
Elizabeth G. Singleton Memorial Park”
Randy Haldi
IX. Ordinances
A. AN ORDINANCE APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY
ADMINISTRATOR TO EXECUTE A QUIT-CLAIM DEED ON
BEHALF OF HORRY COUNTY TO RELEASE A SPOIL EASEMENT
ON PROPERTY OWNED BY CHRIS MANNING BUILDERS, LLC
Randy Haldi
B. AN ORDINANCE APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY
ADMINISTRATOR TO EXECUT
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Wed Jun 10, 2026
Public Safety Committee
Tue Jun 2, 2026
Horry County Council Meeting
Council considers removing road maintenance fee allocation for public transportation
Horry County Council will vote on several zoning amendments and the dissolution of the Eagle Trace Special Purpose Tax District. The body is also considering a repeal of the road maintenance fee allocation for public transportation and the acceptance of roads and drainage for multiple subdivisions.
- Ordinance 62-2026 to remove road maintenance fee allocation for public transportation
- Ordinance 48-2026 to dissolve the Eagle Trace Special Purpose Tax District
- Community Benefit Funds allocation of $2,334.00 to Christian Academy, Inc.
- Zoning map amendments for PIN 43701020004 from Residential (SF 20) to Commercial Agriculture (AG 2)
- Public hearings on zoning ordinances for psychiatric hospitals, commercial centers, and transportation districts
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Regular Council Meeting
June 2, 2026 – 6:00 p.m.
Council Chambers
A. Call to Order Johnny Gardner, Chairman
B. Invocation Mr. Servant
C. Pledge of Allegiance Mr. Causey
D. Public Input (Sign-up Required)
E. Approval of Agenda Contents
F. Approval of Minutes: Regular Meeting May 19, 2026
G. CONSENT AGENDA
1. Third Reading – Ordinance 38-2026 to amend the Future Land Use Map of the Imagine 2040 Comprehensive Plan
for PIN 43701020004 from Scenic & Conservation to Rural Communities. (Anderson)(Affiliated Ord 39-2026)
2. Third Reading – Ordinance 39-2026 to approve the request to amend the Official Zoning Maps for Horry County,
South Carolina, so as to rezone PIN 43701020004 from Residential ( SF 20) to Commercial Agriculture ( AG 2).
(Anderson)(Affiliated Ord 38-2026)
3. Third Reading - Ordinance 48-2026 to dissolve the Eagle Trace Special Purpose Tax District which was enacted by
Ordinance No. 142-2024 on January 21, 2025. (Favorable, Administration Committee)
4. First Reading – Ordinance 62-2026 to repeal and remove the provision in Section 19-12 of the Horry County Code
of Laws which allocates a portion of the Road Maintenance Fee to support public transportation within the county.
(Favorable, Transportation Committee)
5. Resolutions to accept the dedication of road(s) and drainage in the following subdivisions into the Horry County
Maintenance System. (Favorable, Transportation Committee)
Resolution R-63-2026 Auberon Woods Phase 3 (Auberon Parkwa
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Tue May 26, 2026
Horry County Council Transportation Committee
Horry County Council to consider repealing road maintenance fee allocation for transit
The Transportation Committee will discuss updates on beach renourishment, RIDE, and railroad operations. The body is deciding on the acceptance of roads and drainage for several subdivisions into the county maintenance system and a fund transfer for the Aynor Recreation Center Project.
- Ordinance to repeal Section 19-12 regarding road maintenance fee allocations for public transportation
- Resolution to accept roads/drainage for Auberon Woods (Phases 3 & 6), Handfield Place (Phases 1B, 1C, 2A), and Warner Crossing Phase 1
- Resolution to authorize fund transfers for the Aynor Recreation Center Project
- Resolution approving an allocation of Council Community Benefit Funds
- Discussion on Road Fee Lawsuit and Beach Renourishment updates
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I. Call to Order
II. Invocation
III. Pledge of Allegiance
IV. Public Input
V. Review and Approval of Agenda Contents
VI. Approval of Minutes – March 24, 2026
VII. Discussion Items
A. APWA Region III Backhoe Rodeo Champion-Justin Herring Randy Plummer
B. Road Fee Lawsuit Update David Jordan
C. Beach Renourishment Update Brandon Elvis
D. RIDE Update Anna Barnhill
E. R.J. Corman- Annual Railroad Update Adam Boyles
VIII. Resolutions
A. A Resolution to accept the road(s) and drainage in the
following subdivisions into the Horry County Maintenance
System
1. Auberon Woods Phase 3 (Auberon Parkway,
Yellowstone Drive, Smokey Drive, and Bear Claw
Way)
2. Auberon Woods Phase 6 (Yellowstone Drive and Bear
Claw Way)
3. Handfield Place Phase 1B (Tibetan Street, Culpeo
Drive, Fox Rae Drive, and Corsac Court)
4. Handfield Place Phase 1C (Tibetan Street)
5. Handfield Place Phase 2A (Corsac Court)
6. Warner Crossing Phase 1 (Warner Crossing Way,
Little Caboose Court, Runaway Train Drive, and
Ribbon Rail Way)
David Gilreath
B. A Resolution approving an allocation of Council Community
Benefit Funds
Ashley Carroll
C. A Resolution to authorize the transfer of funds to and the
designation of Impact Fee and Tree Mitigation Projects for
the Aynor Recreation Center Project to fund additional costs
associated with a new recreation center and site amenities
Jamie Norman
IX. Ordinances
A. AN ORDINANCE TO REPEAL AND REMOVE THE PROVISION IN
SECTION 19-12 OF THE HORR
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Tue May 19, 2026
Horry County Council Meeting
Council to hold public hearing and third reading on FY 2027 budget
The Horry County Council will hold a public hearing and third reading on the fiscal year 2027 budget ordinance (Ordinance 28-2026). They will also consider multiple zoning map amendments, lease agreements, and a proposal to dissolve the Eagle Trace Special Purpose Tax District. Several first-reading zoning changes are on the agenda, including some with staff or planning commission disapproval.
- Third Reading & Public Hearing – Ordinance 28-2026: adoption of FY 2027 budget
- Second Reading – Ordinance 48-2026: dissolution of Eagle Trace Special Purpose Tax District
- Third Reading – Ordinance 32-2026: lease with S.C. Dept. of Natural Resources for old Aynor Fire Station office space
- First Reading – Ordinances 34-2026 through 37-2026: multiple zoning ordinance amendments (counseling facilities, PA1 district, commercial centers, map amendments)
- First Reading – Ordinance 51-2026: rezoning PIN 46906040008 from Highway Commercial & Residential to Convenience and Auto Related Services (staff disapproval)
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Regular Council Meeting
May 19, 2026 – 6:00 p.m.
Council Chambers
A. Call to Order Johnny Gardner, Chairman
B. Invocation Mr. Loftus
C. Pledge of Allegiance Mr. Masciarelli
D. Public Input (Sign-up Required)
E. Approval of Agenda Contents
F. Approval of Minutes: Regular Meeting May 5, 2026
G. CONSENT AGENDA
1. Third Reading – Ordinance 32-2026 approving and authorizing the county administrator to execute a lease
agreement with the S.C. Dept. of Natural Resources for certain county -owned office space at the old Aynor Fire
Station. (Favorable, I&R Committee)
2. Third Reading – Ordinance 33-2026 approving and authorizing the county administrator to execute lease agreements
with TVPX Trust, Falcon Flight Academy, Blue Horizon Aviation, and Leadership in Flight Training Academy for space
within the General Aviation Terminal Buildings at Myrtle Beach International Airport and Grand Strand Airport.
(Favorable, I&R Committee)
3. Third Reading on the following ordinances to approve the request to amend the official zoning maps:
Ord 40-2026 Brittie Cartrette Johnson (Hardee)
Ord 41-2026 Susie Talbot, agent for Mickey D. Tyler (Hardee)
Ord 43-2026 Earthworks, agent for Erica Nelson et al. (Masciarelli)
Ord 44-2026 Polly H. Brown, agent for Pamela D. Bellamy et al. (Causey)
Ord 46-2026 Heidi Locke, agent for DSA, LLC (Dukes)(Staff Disapproval)(PC Unanimous Disapproval)
4. First Reading – Ordinance 34-2026 amending Articles II, XI & XIV of the Zoning Ordinanc
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Tue May 5, 2026
Horry County Council Meeting
Council to consider budget ordinance raising revenue for FY 2027
The council will hold a second reading and public hearing on Ordinance 28-2026, which proposes to raise revenue, make appropriations, and adopt the county budget for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2027. Several zoning map amendment requests will also receive third‑reading consent agenda approval. Additional resolutions address grant authorizations, mutual aid agreements, and community benefit fund allocations.
- Ordinance 28-2026: raise revenue, make appropriations, adopt FY 2027 budget (second reading & public hearing)
- Third‑reading consent agenda for multiple zoning map amendment requests (Ords 17‑2026, 18‑2026, 20‑2026, 21‑2026, 22‑2026, etc.)
- Resolution R‑52‑2026: authorize $750,000 DOJ juvenile justice grant
- Resolution R‑57‑2026: approve carry‑forward of State Accommodations Tax revenues for waterfront erosion control
- Community Benefit Fund allocations: $5,000 to Aynor Area Chamber, $3,000 to Kind Keeper, Inc., $8,500 to Socastee Heritage Foundation, $7,500 to City of Loris Fire Department
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Regular Council Meeting
May 5, 2026 – 6:00 p.m.
Council Chambers
A. Call to Order Johnny Gardner, Chairman
B. Invocation Mr. DiSabato
C. Pledge of Allegiance Mr. Anderson
D. Public Input (Sign-up Required)
E. Approval of Agenda Contents
F. Approval of Minutes: Regular Meeting April 21, 2026, Spring Budget Retreat April 1, 2026, Council Workshop SWA
Landfill Expansion April 21, 2026
G. CONSENT AGENDA
1. Third Reading on the following ordinances to approve the request to amend the official zoning maps:
Ord 17-2026 Kingston Engineering, agent for CM66, LLC (Hardee)
Ord 18-2026 Lawanda G. Williams (Hardee)(Staff Disapproval)(PC Approval 7:1)
Ord 20-2026 Stephen Johnston, agent for Dorrence Keith Johnson (Anderson)
Ord 21-2026 David Avant, agent for Erika H. Roberts (Hardee)
Ord 22-2026 Chris Sansbury, agent for Darel Owen Watts et al. (Allen)
2. Third Reading – Ordinance 24-2026 amending Article II & Article XIV of the Zoning Ordinance of Horry County, South
Carolina, pertaining to amusement uses. (Favorable, I&R Committee)
3. Third Reading – Ordinance 25-2026 amending Article VIII, Section 809 of the Zoning Ordinance of Horry County,
South Carolina, pertaining to the Highway 17 Business South Overlay Zone. (Favorable, I&R Committee)
4. Third Reading – Ordinance 26-2026 amending Article VIII, Section 831 of the Zoning Ordinance of Horry County,
South Carolina, Temporary Vending Overlay Zones. (Favorable, I&R Committee)
5. Third Reading – Ordinance 27-2026 amending A
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Mon Apr 27, 2026
Administration Committee
Horry County considers 1% local option sales tax referendum
The Administration Committee will discuss a proposed 1% local option sales and use tax and a corresponding county-wide referendum. The body is also deciding on several grant applications, mutual aid agreements for law enforcement, and budget transfers.
- Ordinance to levy a 1% local option sales and use tax via referendum
- Grant application for $750,000 from the DOJ Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention
- Mutual aid agreements with Atlantic Beach and Horry County Sheriff’s Office for law enforcement
- Ordinance to dissolve the Eagle Trace Special Purpose Tax District
- Resolution to authorize and approve Accommodations Tax funding
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I. Call to Order
II. Invocation
III. Pledge of Allegiance
IV. Public Input
V. Review and Approval of Agenda Contents
VI. Approval of Minutes – March 24, 2026 Pgs. 3-9
VII. New Business:
A. Conway TIF Update Adam Emrick Pgs. 10-25
B. Financial Update – March 2026 Jamie Norman Pgs. 26-33
C. Administrator’s Contingency Jamie Norman Pgs. 34-35
D. Local Vendor Outreach Update Tammy Stevens
E. Local GOV 250 & National Academy of Public Administration Barry Spivey
VIII. Actions:
A. A Resolution to Adopt and Submit the Horry County HOME
Consortium Housing and Community Development Annual
Action 2026-2027 Annual Action Plan to the United States
Department of Housing & Urban Development (HUD)
Beth Tranter Pgs. 36-113
B. A Resolution to approve Horry County’s application to the
South Carolina Opioid Recovery Fund Board’s Guaranteed
Political Subdivision Subfund and to authorize and
appropriate Opioid Settlement Funds
Beth Tranter Pgs. 114-115
C. A Resolution Authorizing Department of Behavioral Services
to Submit and Accept, If Awarded, The FY25 U.S. Department
of Justice Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency
Prevention Grant in the Amount Of $750,000
Beth Tranter Pgs. 116-117
D. A Resolution to Designate Projects Under the Horry County
American Rescue Plan Act Framework
Beth Tranter Pgs. 118-119
E. A Resolution Proclaiming May 2026, As Mental health
Awareness Month.
Michelle Smith Pgs. 120-122
F. A Resolution Designating May 17-23, 2026 As
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Tue Apr 21, 2026
Horry County Council Meeting
Final vote on PDD zoning, airport leases, $1.2M grant
The council will give final consideration to Ordinance 117-2025 amending Planned Development District zoning regulations. The consent agenda includes first readings for airport terminal leases and a $1.2 million DOJ grant for behavioral services. Public hearings on second readings include zoning amendments for amusement uses, overlay zones, and a new ordinance regulating personal electric devices in unincorporated areas. Multiple resolutions authorize grants for the police department, solicitor's office, and a drug prosecutor position.
- Third reading of Ordinance 117-2025 to amend Planned Development District (PDD) zoning regulations
- First reading of lease agreements at Myrtle Beach International Airport and Grand Strand Airport with TVPX Trust, Falcon Flight Academy, Blue Horizon Aviation, and Leadership in Flight Training Academy (Ordinance 33-2026)
- Resolution R-22-2026 authorizing a $1,200,000 U.S. Department of Justice grant for the Department of Behavioral Services
- Second reading and public hearing on Ordinance 36-2026 regulating personal electric devices in unincorporated Horry County
- Second reading and public hearing on Ordinance 24-2026 amending zoning regulations for amusement uses
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Regular Council Meeting
April 21, 2026 – 6:00 p.m.
Council Chambers
A. Call to Order Johnny Gardner, Chairman
B. Invocation Mr. Allen
C. Pledge of Allegiance Mr. Crawford
D. Public Input (Sign-up Required)
E. Approval of Agenda Contents
F. Approval of Minutes: Regular Meeting March 17, 2026
G. CONSENT AGENDA
1. Third Reading – Ordinance 117-2025 amending Articles II & III of the Zoning Ordinance of Horry County, South
Carolina pertaining to Planned Development Districts (PDD). (Favorable, I&R Committee)
2. First Reading – Ordinance 32-2026 approving and authorizing the county administrator to execute a lease agreement
with the S.C. Dept. of Natural Resources for certain county -owned office space at the old Aynor Fire Station.
(Favorable, I&R Committee)
3. First Reading – Ordinance 33-2026 approving and authorizing the county administrator to execute lease agreements
with TVPX Trust, Falcon Flight Academy, Blue Horizon Aviation, and Leadership in Flight Training Academy for space
within the General Aviation Terminal Buildings at Myrtle Beach International Airport and Grand Strand Airport.
(Favorable, I&R Committee)
4. First Reading – Ordinance 38-2026 to amend the Future Land Use Map of the Imagine 2040 Comprehensive Plan
for PIN 43701020004 from Scenic & Conservation to Rural Communities. (Anderson)(Affiliated Ord 39-2026)
5. First Reading – Ordinance 39-2026 to approve the request to amend the Official Zoning Maps for Horry County,
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Tue Apr 21, 2026
Horry County Council Workshop on SWA Landfill Expansion
Horry County Council to discuss SWA Landfill expansion and FY27 budget
The Council will hold a workshop featuring presentations on the Solid Waste Authority (SWA) Landfill expansion and the FY27 budget. The meeting includes a proposal to approve a revised SWA budget via Resolution R-45-2026.
- Resolution R-45-2026 to approve the revised Horry County Solid Waste Authority budget
- FY2027 revised capital budget totaling $42,249,000
- FY2027 revised operating budget totaling $48,339,360
- Proposed $300,000 for Landfill Expansion Consulting & Engineering
- FY2027 projected tipping fee revenue of $25,595,000
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HORRY COUNTY COUNCIL
Solid Waste Authority Landfill Expansion Workshop
April 21, 2026, 3:00 p.m.
Horry County Government & Justice Center – MPR B&C
1301 Second Avenue, Conway, SC
Agenda
I. Call to Order Chairman Gardner
II. Invocation & Pledge of Allegiance Chairman Gardner
III. SWA Landfill Expansion Presentation Ed Marr & Consultants
IV. SWA FY27 Budget Presentation Jan Bitting
V. Public Input
VI. Council Discussion
VII. Resolution R-45-2026 authorizing and approving the revised budget for the Horry
County Solid Waste Authority to be included in a 2 nd reading amendment to
Ordinance 28-2026 to raise revenue, make appropriations and adopt a budget for
Horry County, South Carolina for fiscal year ending June 30, 2027.
VIII. Executive Session: If necessary.
IX. Adjourn
Budget Projected
Budget Current Variance Prior Current Variance
FY2026 Capital
Equipment Replacement 11,883,500 11,883,500 0 1,232,013 1,173,930 (58,083)
Closure 3,030,485 3,030,485 0 2,905,485 1,905,485 (1,000,000)
Construction/Development 4,415,000 4,415,000 0 4,415,000 500,000 (3,915,000)
Landfill Construction
1
12,073,489 12,073,489 0 12,073,489 1,041,489 (11,032,000)
Unrestricted Current Assets 5,575,000 635,107 (4,939,893) 635,107 635,107 0
36,977,474 32,037,581 (4,939,893) 21,261,094 5,256,011 (16,005,083)
Unfunded Unrestricted Current Assets 4,939,893
36,977,474
1 Budgeted included Class 3 Landfill Wetland Mitigation at $7,242,000; Class 3 Landfill Design & Permit
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Tue Apr 14, 2026
Public Safety Committee
Committee to consider adopting countywide all-hazards mitigation plan
The Public Safety Committee will consider adopting the Horry County Multijurisdictional All-Hazards Mitigation Plan and several conditional grant authorizations totaling over $1.8 million. Discussion items include the police take-home vehicle policy and a public defender update. The agenda also includes proclamations for Child Abuse Prevention Month, Safe Boating Week, and Emergency Medical Services Week.
- Adopting the Horry County Multijurisdictional All-Hazards Mitigation Plan (resolution 3)
- Authorizing acceptance of up to $318,439 from the SC Byrne State Crisis Intervention Program grant (resolution 7)
- Authorizing acceptance of a $475,074.06 VOCA grant for the Police Department (resolution 14)
- Discussion of the police take-home vehicle policy (discussion item 1)
- Declaring a retiring police K9 as surplus property and making it available to its handler (resolution 17)
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Public Safety Committee Agenda Danny Hardee, Chairman
April 14, 2026 - 11:00 a.m. Al Allen
Multipurpose Rooms B & C Tom Anderson
Jenna Dukes
Gary Loftus
Johnny Gardner
___________________________________________________________________________________
I. Call to Order Danny Hardee
II. Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance Al Allen
III. Public Input
IV. Review and Approval of Agenda Contents
V. Approval of Minutes February 10, 2026
___________________________________________________________________________________
VI. Resolutions
1. Proclaiming April 2026 as Child Abuse Prevention Chairman Gardner
Month in Horry County
2. To Recognize the Successful Implementation of the New Renee Hardwick
Public Safety Technology Upgrades
3. Adopting the Horry County Multijurisdictional All-Hazards Sam Hodge
Mitigation Plan.
4. Proclaiming the Week of May 16-22, 2026, as National Jeff Pino
Safe Boating Week.
5. Designating May 17-May 23, 2026, as Emergency Medical Chief Tanner
Services Week.
6. Declaring a Service Weapon as Surplus Property and Sheriff Thompson
Making It Available to a Retiring Police Officer
7. Authorizing the Fifteenth Judicial Circuit to Accept, Cathy Floyd
If Awarded, the South Carolina Department of Public
Safety Byrne State Crisis Intervention Program Grant for First
Year Not to Exceed $318,439
8. Authorizing the Fifteenth Circuit Solicitor’s Office to Cathy Floyd
Accept, If Awarded, One Drug Prosecutor and One Administrative
Assist
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Tue Apr 14, 2026
Infrastructure & Regulation Committee
Horry County committee to consider new development impact fees
The Infrastructure & Regulation Committee will discuss recognizing a parks official, receive a Code Enforcement department overview, and consider multiple resolutions and ordinances. Key items include funding transfers for a new fire station and recreation center, lease agreements for county-owned spaces, and several zoning ordinance amendments. A major ordinance would authorize the county to impose development impact fees for new development.
- Resolution to transfer CIP contingency funds to the Goretown Fire Project for a new fire station
- Resolution to transfer CIP contingency funds to the Aynor Recreation Center Project for a new recreation center and site amenities
- Ordinance to lease county-owned office space at the old Aynor Fire Station to S.C. Dept. of Natural Resources
- Ordinance to lease space in general aviation terminal buildings at Myrtle Beach International Airport and Grand Strand Airport to four aviation companies
- Ordinance 30-2026 to authorize imposition of development impact fees for new development
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I. Call to Order
II. Invocation
III. Pledge of Allegiance
IV. Public Input
V. Review and Approval of Agenda Contents
VI. Approval of Minutes – February 10, 2026
Ray Dunham
Tommy Smith
Jamie Norman
Jamie Norman
Randy Haldi
Ryan Betcher
Heather Davis
Desiree Jackson
VII. Discussion Items
A. Recognize Nicole Herrera for attaining the Certified Parks and
Recreation Professional designation
B. Code Enforcement Department overview
VIII. Resolutions
A. A Resolution to authorize the transfer of funds from the
Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Contingency account to
the Goretown Fire Project to fund additional costs associated
with a new fire station
B. A Resolution to authorize the transfer of funds from the
Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Contingency account to
the Aynor Recreation Center Project to fund additional costs
associated with a new recreation center and site amenities
IX. Ordinances
A. AN ORDINANCE APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY
ADMINISTRATOR TO EXECUTE A LEASE AGREEMENT WITH
THE S.C. DEPT. OF NATURAL RESOURCES FOR CERTAIN
COUNTY-OWNED OFFICE SPACE AT THE OLD AYNOR FIRE
STATION
B. AN ORDINANCE APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY
ADMINISTRATOR TO EXECUTE LEASE AGREEMENTS WITH
TVPX TRUST, FALCON FLIGHT ACADEMY, BLUE HORIZON
AVIATION, AND LEADERSHIP IN FLIGHT TRAINING ACADEMY
FOR SPACE WITHIN THE GENERAL AVIATION TERMINAL
BUILDINGS AT MYRTLE BEACH INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT AND
GRAND STRAND AIRPORT
C. AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ARTICLES II, VII, IX, X
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Mon Apr 13, 2026
Zoning Board of Appeals
Zoning Board to hear 16 variance requests
The Horry County Zoning Board of Appeals will consider 16 requests for variances from property setbacks, parking requirements, and separation distances from residential areas. The board will also review a request to reconsider a previous variance denial.
- Reconsideration of variance 2026-02-005 for dental office parking
- Variance 2026-03-001 for porch expansion at 816 Kittiwake Ln.
- Variance 2026-03-003 for sign at 3020 South Highway 17
- Variance 2026-03-008 for asphalt operations at 3374 Mount Pisgah Cemetery Rd.
- Variance 2026-03-014 for property at TBD Savannah Bluff Rd.
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HORRY COUNTY ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
Agenda
April 13, 2026
I. Call to Order – 5:30 p.m.
II. Invocation/Pledge of Allegiance
III. Swearing in of the Staff
IV. Communications
1. Reconsideration – 2026-02-005 – Dylan Tarr / Tarr Group, agent for Professional Resource
Development Inc.
V. Minutes
March 9, 2026– Regular Meeting Minutes………………………………………………………...
VI. Old Business
VII. New Business
Variances
1. 2026-03-001 - William Martin……………………………………………………………………
816 Kittiwake Ln., Murrells Inlet (Council Member Servant)
2. 2026-03-002 - P3 Engineering, agent for C. F. Smith Properties, Inc. ……………………...…
73 Highway 57 S, Little River (Council Member Causey)
3. 2026-03-003 – Interstate Sign Company, agent for GCL & B LLC……………………………
3020 South Highway 17, Murrells Inlet (Council Member Servant)
4. 2026-03-004 – Donald and Lisa Couch……………………………………………………..……
356 Jay St. Murrells Inlet (Council Member Servant)
5. 2026-03-005 – Chris Lewis, agent for Ramzy Investments LLC…………………………….…
216 Wahee Place, Conway (Council Member Anderson)
6. 2026-03-006 – Diamond Shores Surveying, agent for Dead Duck LLC………………………
6201 Starbuck Lake Rd., Murrells Inlet (Council Member Servant)
7. 2026-03-007 – Christopher and Ramona Kaminsky……………………………………………
958 Eaglet Circle, Conway (Council Member Anderson)
8. 2026-03-008 – Diamond Shores Surveying, agent for King Asphalt Inc. …………………..…
3374 Mount Pisgah Cemetery Rd., Conway (
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Mon Apr 6, 2026
Spring Budget Retreat
Tue Mar 24, 2026
Administration Committee
Committee to vote on certifying 1009 US-501 as abandoned building site
The Administration Committee will consider resolutions including recognizing Fair Housing Month, authorizing a grant application for a DOJ Housing Assistance Program, transferring funds from terminal contingency to an ARFF vehicle account, and certifying a property at 1009 US-501, Myrtle Beach, as an abandoned building site under state tax incentive law. They will also receive updates on financials, the HC Connect app, and other departmental reports.
- Resolution to recognize April as Fair Housing Month
- Resolution authorizing Behavioral Services to submit a DOJ Housing Assistance Program grant
- Resolution transferring funds from Project A0095 (Terminal Contingency) to Account 540004 (ARFF Vehicle)
- Resolution certifying 1009 US-501, Myrtle Beach as an abandoned building site under SC Abandoned Buildings Revitalization Act
- Discussion of MBREDC Update, NESA, and HC Connect App update
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I. Call to Order
II. Invocation
III. Pledge of Allegiance
IV. Public Input
V. Review and Approval of Agenda Contents
VI. Approval of Minutes – January 27, 2026 Pages 3-6
Sandy Davis
Jeff McKay
Jamie Norman Pages 7-22
Shannon Todd Pages 23-24
Shannon Todd Pages 25-34
Shelly Moore Pages 35-37
Justin Schools
VII. New Business:
A. MBREDC Update
B. NESA
C. Financial Update – February 2026
D. GFOA Budget Award
E. Veterans Affairs Evaluation Assessment
F. Annual OSHA Update
G. HC Connect App Update
VIII. Actions:
A. A Resolution to Recognize April as Fair Housing Month Beth Tranter Pages 38-39
B. A Resolution Authorizing the Behavioral Services Department
to Submit and Accept, if awarded, a Grant to the U.S.
Department of Justice Office of Victim Services FY 25
Housing Assistance Program
Beth Tranter Pages 40-41
C. A Resolution Authorizing the Transfer of Funds from Project
A0095 (Terminal Contingency) to Account 540004 (ARFF
Vehicle).
Judi Olmstead Pages 42-43
D. A Resolution Certifying Property Located At 1009 US-501,
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577 As an Abandoned Building Site
Pursuant to the South Carolina Abandoned Buildings
Revitalization Act, Title 12, Chapter 67 of the Code of Laws of
South Carolina, 1976, As Amended.
David Jordan Pages 44-63
ATT
ACHMENTS (for information only)
• Cou
nty Council Expenses
• County Council Community Benefit Funds
• Interim Financial Statements, January and February 2026
• Airport Financials
• NACo Tech Brief Digital Accessibility & ADA Co
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Tue Mar 24, 2026
Horry County Council Transportation Committee
Council to accept new subdivision roads and drainage into county maintenance system
The Transportation Committee will consider a resolution to add roads and drainage for three subdivisions—Auberon Woods Phase 2, Coastal Farms, and Villas @ Carolina Forest—to the Horry County Maintenance System. The meeting also includes updates on the Coast RTA, the RIDE program, and the Public Works Department, and an ordinance to regulate personal electric devices in unincorporated areas.
- Resolution to accept roads and drainage for Auberon Woods Phase 2 (Auberon Parkway, Glacier Way, Hibernation Way, Forage Drive, Rupert Drive)
- Resolution to accept roads and drainage for Coastal Farms (Keithland Drive, Squirrell Run Drive, McGill Drive)
- Resolution to accept roads and drainage for Villas @ Carolina Forest (Marigold Drive)
- Ordinance to amend the code regulating personal electric devices in unincorporated county areas
- Updates on Coast RTA, RIDE program, and Public Works Department
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HORRY COUNTY COUNCIL TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE AGENDA
Tuesday, March 24, 2026 – 3:00 P.M.
County Council Conference Room
Dennis DiSabato, Chairman
Tom Anderson
Mark Causey
Cam Crawford
Jenna Dukes
Johnny Gardner
I. Call to Order
II. Invocation
III. Pledge of Allegiance
IV. Public Input
V. Review and Approval of Agenda Contents
VI. Approval of Minutes – January 27, 2026
Brian Piascik
Anna B
arnhill
Randy Pl
ummer
David Gilreath
David Jordan
VII. Discussion Items
A. Coast RTA Update
B. RIDE Program Update
C. Public Works Department Overview
VIII. Resolutions
A. A Resolution to accept the road(s) and drainage in the
following subdivisions into the Horry County Maintenance
System.
1. Auberon Woods Phase 2 (Auberon Parkway, Glacier
Way, Hibernation Way, Forage Drive, and Rupert
Drive)
2. Coastal Farms (Keithland Drive, Squirrell Run Drive,
and McGill Drive)
3. Villas @ Carolina Forest (Marigold Drive)
IX. Ordinances
A. AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE HORRY COUNTY CODE OF
ORDINANCES SO AS TO REGULATE THE USE OF PERSONAL
ELECTRIC DEVICES WITHIN THE UNIINCORPORATED AREA OF
THE COUNTY
ATTACHMENT
S (for information only)
Ride II & III Reports
Public Works
Engineering
X. Old Business
XI. Executive Session: If needed.
XII. Announcements – Next Meeting May 26, 2026
ADJOURN
Approved 3/19/2026
David Gilreath, P.E., Asst. County Administrator/I&R Division
Approved 3/19/2026
Barry Spivey, County Administrator
Approved 3/20/2026
The Honorable Dennis DiSabato, Chairman
Wed Mar 18, 2026
County Council Meeting
Horry County Council to vote on zoning changes and public safety recognition
Horry County Council will consider third readings for several zoning map amendments and a historic property addition, along with first readings for additional zoning changes and ordinance amendments. The council will also recognize National Public Safety Telecommunicator Week.
- Third Reading: Ordinance 16-2026 to add SP Hawes Sr. House to the Historic Property Register
- First Reading: Ordinance 18-2026 to rezone PIN 25311010003 from LFA to Residential (MSF 20)
- First Reading: Ordinance 19-2026 to rezone PIN 33710040064 from CFA to Limited Manufacturing and Industrial (MA 1)
- First Reading: Ordinance 24-2026 amending Zoning Ordinance Article II & XIV for amusement uses
- Resolution R-18-2026 declaring April 12-18, 2026 as National Public Safety Telecommunicator Week
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Regular Council Meeting
March 17, 2026 – 6:00 p.m.
Council Chambers
A. Call to Order Johnny Gardner, Chairman
B. Invocation Dr. Dukes
C. Pledge of Allegiance Mr. Servant
D. Public Input (Sign-up Required)
E. Approval of Agenda Contents
F. Approval of Minutes: Regular Meeting March 3, 2026
G. CONSENT AGENDA
1. Third Reading on the following ordinances to approve the request to amend the official zoning maps:
Ord 14-2026 Juliet Johnson-Richardson (Anderson)
Ord 15-2026 Wilbert Kent
Sellers et al. (Crawford)
2. Third Reading – Ordinance 16-2026 to add SP Hawes Sr. House to the Horry County Historic Property Register. (Favorable,
I&R Committee)
3. First Reading on the following ordinances to
approve the request to amend the official zoning maps:
Ord 17-2026 Kingston Engineering, agent for CM66, LLC (Hardee)
Ord 20-2026 Stephe
n Johnston, agent for Dorrence Keith Johnson (Anderson)
Ord 21-2026 David Avant, agent for Erika H. Roberts (Hardee)
Ord 22-2026 Chris
Sansbury, agent for Darel Owen Watts et al. (Allen)
4. First Reading – Ordinance 24-2026 amending Article II & Article XIV of the Zoning Ordinance of Horry County, South
Carolina, pertaining to
amusement uses. (Favorable, I&R Committee)
5. First Reading – Ordinance
25-2026 amending Article VIII, Sect ion 809 of the Zoning Ordinance of Horry County, South
Carolina, pertaining to
the Highway 17 Business South Overlay Zone. (Favorable, I&R Committee)
6. First Reading – Ordinance
26-2026 amending Article VII
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Tue Mar 3, 2026
Horry County Council Meeting
Horry County Council to consider $5 million in general obligation bonds
The Council will vote on the issuance of $5 million in bonds and budget amendments to recognize additional revenue and expenditures. The meeting also includes public hearings on zoning map amendments and a request to add a historic property to the county register.
- Ordinance 12-2026: Issuance and sale of up to $5,000,000 general obligation bonds
- Ordinance 13-2026: Amendment to Fiscal Year 2026 Budget Ordinance Number 39-2025
- Ordinance 117-2025: Amendments to Zoning Ordinance regarding Planned Development Districts (PDD)
- Ordinances 14-2026 and 15-2026: Zoning map amendment requests for Juliet Johnson-Richardson and Wilbert Kent Sellers et al.
- Ordinance 16-2026: Adding SP Hawes Sr. House to the Horry County Historic Property Register
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Regular Council Meeting
March 3, 2026 – 6:00 p.m.
Council Chambers
A. Call to Order Johnny Gardner, Chairman
B. Invocation Mr. Allen
C. Pledge of Allegiance Mr. Loftus
D. Public Input (Sign-up Required)
E. Approval of Agenda Contents
F. Approval of Minutes: Regular Meeting February 17, 2026
G. CONSENT AGENDA
1. Third Reading – Ordinance 12-2026 authorizing the issuance and sale of not exceeding $5,000,000 general obligation
bonds, series 2026, or such other appropriate series designation, of Horry County, South Carolina; fixing the form and details
of the bonds; authorizing the county administrator or his la wfully-authorized designee to determine certain matters relating
to the bonds; providing for the payment of the bonds and the disposition of the proceeds thereof; and other matters relating
thereto. (Favorable, Administration Committee)
2. Third Reading – Ordinance 13-2026 to amend the Fiscal Year 2026 Budget Ordinance Number 39-2025, Section 1 so as
to recognize various additional revenue and expenditures. (Favorable, Administration Committee)
3. Resolution R-13-2026 by Horry County Council to honor Dick and Carol Patterson for their volunteerism and the statewide
recognition of their efforts. (Favorable, I&R Committee)
H. PRESENTATIONS/RESOLUTIONS
4. SC Association of Counties Risk Management & Safety Award Presentations (Robert Benfield-SC Association of Counties)
I. READING OF ORDINANCES
5. Second Reading – Ordinance 117-2025 amending Articles II & III of the Z
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Tue Feb 17, 2026
Horry County Council Meeting
Horry County Council to consider $5 million bond issuance
The Council will discuss the issuance of up to $5 million in general obligation bonds and amendments to the Fiscal Year 2026 Budget. The meeting also includes several zoning map amendments and a public hearing for a telecommunications tower.
- Ordinance 12-2026: Issuance and sale of up to $5,000,000 in general obligation bonds
- Resolution R-14-2026: School Resource Officers grant not to exceed $2,711,537
- Resolution R-18-2026: Public hearing for a 283 ft telecommunications tower at 1752 Shelly’s Place
- Ordinance 104-2025: Prohibition of unauthorized camping on county property
- CBF-06-2026: $1,000 allocation to Socastee High School for baseball equipment
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Regular Council Meeting
February 17, 2026 – 6:00 p.m.
Council Chambers
A. Call to Order Johnny Gardner, Chairman
B. Invocation Mr. Hardee
C. Pledge of Allegiance Mr. DiSabato
D. Public Input (Sign-up Required)
E. Approval of Agenda Contents
F. Approval of Minutes: Regular Meeting February 3, 2026
G. CONSENT AGENDA
1. Third Reading – Ordinance 104-2025 to prohibit unauthorized camping on county property, to amend the rules of conduct
for county boat landings, and to enact rules of conduct for county parks and facilities. (Favorable, I&R Committee)
2. Third Reading on the following ordinances to approve the request to amend the official zoning maps:
Ord 02-2026 Diamond Shores, agent for Terraview Homes, LLC (Causey)
Ord 03-2026 Diamond Shores, agent for The Hon Group, LLC (Servant)(PC Disapproval 6:2)(Staff Disapproval)
Ord 04-2026 W C Bellamy Express, LLC (Hardee)
Ord 05-2026 Jonathan Cochrane, agent for Living Water Church at Market Common Inc. (Loftus)
Ord 07-2026 Diamond Shores, agent for Rolling Green Estates, LLC (Allen)(1.64 Acres)
Ord 08-2026 Diamond Shores, agent for Rolling Green Estates, LLC (Allen)(4.72 Acres)
3. Third Reading – Ordinance 09-2026 amending Article VIII, Section 809 of the Zoning Ordinance of Horry County, South
Carolina pertaining to the Highway 17 Business South Overlay Zone. (Favorable, I&R Committee)
4. First Reading on the following ordinances to approve the request to amend the official zoning maps:
Ord 14-2026 Juliet Johnson-Richar
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Wed Feb 11, 2026
Infrastructure and Regulation Committee
Committee to weigh $1.5M TSA checkpoint transfer and camping ban
The Infrastructure and Regulation Committee will discuss a beach renourishment update (Arcadian Shores, $4.8M county cost) and a briefing on the Horry County Solid Waste Authority landfill expansion. They will consider a resolution to transfer $1.5 million from Terminal Contingency to the TSA Checkpoint expansion project. Multiple ordinances are on the table, including a prohibition on unauthorized camping on county property and several zoning amendments (amusement uses, overlay zones, landscape standards). Two resolutions honor volunteers and allocate community benefit funds ($1,000 to Socastee High School baseball).
- Resolution to transfer $1.5M from Project A0095 (Terminal Contingency) to Project A0136 (TSA Checkpoint) for architectural/engineering design
- Ordinance to prohibit unauthorized camping on county property and amend rules for boat landings and parks
- Multiple zoning ordinance amendments: amusement uses, Highway 17 Business South overlay, temporary vending zones, Little River overlay, asphalt/concrete processing facilities, and landscape/buffer/tree preservation standards
- Discussion of Arcadian Shores beach renourishment project ($4.8M county cost, 3rd renourishment, 2026 start)
- Resolution to honor Dick and Carol Patterson for volunteerism at Vereen Memorial Historical Gardens
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I. Call to Order
II. Invocation
III. Pledge of Allegiance
IV. Public Input
V. Review and Approval of Agenda Contents
VI. Approval of Minutes – December 2, 2025
VII. Discussion Items
A. Recognize Heather Davis and Desiree Jackson for receiving
AICP Certification.
Stevie Bown
B. Recognize Robert Freeman on receiving the Merit Award
from the South Carolina Recreation and Parks Association and
his completion of the Parks Maintenance Management School
through the National Recreation and Parks Association.
Ray Dunham
C. Beach Renourishment Update. Kathleen Kelly
D. Horry County Solid Waste Authority Landfill Expansion –
Briefing.
Wayne Beam
E. Exercise Renewal Option for Concession & Lease
Agreement: Paradies Lagardere.
Judi Olmstead
VIII. Resolutions
A. A Resolution authorizing the transfer of funds from Project
A0095 (Terminal Contingency) to Project A0136 (TSA
Checkpoint.
Judi Olmstead
B. A Resolution by Horry County Council to honor Dick and
Carol Patterson for their volunteerism and the statewide
recognition of their efforts.
Nicole Herrera
C. A Resolution approving an allocation of Council Community
Benefit Funds.
Ashley Carroll
IX. Ordinances
A. AN ORDINANCE TO PROHIBIT CAMPING ON COUNTY
PROPERTY, TO AMEND THE RULES OF CONDUCT FOR COUNTY
BOAT LANDINGS, AND TO ENACT RULES OF CONDUCT FOR
COUNTY PARKS AND FACILITIES.
Ray Dunham
B. AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ARTICLE II & ARTICLE XIV OF THE
ZONING ORDINANCE OF HORRY COUNTY, SOUTH CAROLINA,
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Tue Feb 10, 2026
Public Safety Committee
Public Safety Committee to hold public hearing on fireworks prohibited zone
The Public Safety Committee will conduct a public hearing regarding a fireworks prohibited zone for the Heather Glen Community Association. The body will also consider several resolutions and receive end-of-year updates from the Sheriff, Coroner, and Solicitors.
- Public hearing: Fireworks Prohibited Zone for Heather Glen Community Association
- Resolution to apply for an SC Department of Public Safety grant for FY 2027 School Resource Officers
- Resolution to enter a Master Cooperative Agreement for mutual E-911 aid among coastal counties
- Resolution to declare a service weapon as surplus property for a deceased officer's family
- Discussion of a Detention Center Study
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Danny Hardee, Chairman
Al Allen
Amended
Public Safety Committee Agenda
February 10, 2026 - 11:00 a.m.
County Council Conference Room
Tom Anderson
Jenna Dukes
Gary Loftus
Johnny Gardner
___________________________________________________________________________________
I. Call to Order Danny Hardee
II. Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance Gary Loftus
III. Public Input
IV. Review and Approval of Agenda Contents
V. Approval of Minutes November 4, 2025
___________________________________________________________________________________
VI. Public Hearing
Fireworks Prohibited Zone- Maria Schultz
Heather Glen Community Association.
Chairman Gardner
Chief Leonhardt
Chief Leonhardt
Renee Hardwick
Renee Hardwick
Lori Woods
VII. Public Input on Public Hearing
VIII. Resolutions
1. Recognizing G. Scott Bellamy for his Service
on the Public Defender Selection Panel
2. To Submit and Accept if Awarded a Grant to the
SC Department of Public Safety for School Resources
Officers for FY 2027
3. Declaring a Service Weapon as surplus property and Making
it Available to a Deceased Officer’s Family
4. Authorizing Horry County to Enter into a Master
Cooperative Agreement Among Coastal Counties to
Develop a Network to Provide Mutual E-911 Aid
5. Expressing Support for Conway Chamber of Commerce’s
Riverfest Celebration
6. Declaring April 14-20th, 2026 as National Telecommunicator
Week
7. Proclaiming Crime Victims’ Rights Week April 19-25, 2026
IX. Discussion Items
1. Solic
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Tue Feb 3, 2026
Horry County Council Meeting
Council to consider $5 million general‑obligation bond issuance
The Horry County Council will take several actions, including a third reading of multiple ordinances to amend official zoning maps. It will also hold a first reading of Ordinance 12‑2 026 to authorize the issuance and sale of up to $5,000,000 in general‑obligation bonds. Additional items include a budget amendment, a resolution supporting the I‑73 highway naming, and allocations of Community Benefit Funds.
- Third reading of ordinances 118‑2025 through 126‑2025 to amend official zoning maps
- First reading of Ordinance 12‑2 026 authorizing up to $5,000,000 general‑obligation bonds
- First reading of Ordinance 13‑2026 to amend the FY2026 Budget Ordinance
- Resolution R‑10‑2026 supporting I‑73 construction and naming it “President Donald J. Trump Highway”
- Community Benefit Fund allocations, including $12,500 to Grand Strand Christian Church
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Regular Council Meeting
February 3, 2026 – 6:00 p.m.
Council Chambers
A. Call to Order Johnny Gardner, Chairman
B. Invocation Mr. Causey
C. Pledge of Allegiance Mr. Howard
D. Public Input (Sign-up Required)
E. Approval of Agenda Contents
F. Approval of Minutes: Regular Meeting January 20, 2026, Emergency Meeting January 23, 2026
G. CONSENT AGENDA
1. Third Reading on the following ordinances to approve the request to amend the official zoning maps:
Ord 118-2025 Cecil Mims, agent for Katie J. Leviner (Hardee)
Ord 119-2025 Kingston Engineering, agent for Palmetto State Land Holdings, LLC (Allen)
Ord 120-2025 Trailer Shark, LLC (Allen)(PC Approval 5:1)
Ord 122-2025 Lazaro Hardee, Jr., agent for S&H Investment Group, LLC (Anderson)(PC Approval 4:2)
Ord 123-2025 Maria Veronica Islas Rojano (Allen)
Ord 124-2025 Earthworks, agent for HTC Investments, LLC (Crawford)
Ord 125-2025 B&M Properties of the Carolinas, LLC (Causey)
Ord 126-2025 Islas Arely Guadalupe Blanco, et al. (Allen)
2. First Reading – Ordinance 10-2 026 to amend the Index Map of the Official Map Ordinance for Horry County adding the
right-of-way for the Carolina Bays Parkway from Highway 707 to Highway 17 Bypass and associated interchange to the
Horry County Official Index Map. (Favorable, Transportation Committee)
3. First Reading – Ordinance 12-2 026 authorizing the issuance and sale of not exceeding $5,000,000 general obligation
bonds, series 2026, or such other appropriate series designation, of Horry
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Tue Jan 27, 2026
Administration Committee
Horry County Administration Committee to consider $5 million bond issuance
The Administration Committee will discuss financial updates, audit reviews, and budget amendments. The body is deciding on several resolutions including the issuance of general obligation bonds and the use of virtual meetings for the Library Board of Trustees.
- Authorization of General Obligation Bonds, Series 2026, not exceeding $5,000,000
- Ordinance to amend the Fiscal Year 2026 Budget (Ordinance Number 39-2025)
- Resolution to designate a project under the American Rescue Plan Act framework
- Resolution to pursue Congressionally Directed Funding for county projects
- Resolution authorizing virtual meetings for the Horry County Library Board of Trustees
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I. Call to Order
II. Invocation
III. Pledge of Allegiance
IV. Public Input
V. Review and Approval of Agenda Contents
VI. Approval of Minutes – December 2, 2025 Pages 3-10
VII. New Business:
A. Council on Aging Update Elaine Gore
B. Financial Update – December 2025 Jamie Norman Pages 11-18
C. Administrator’s Contingency Jamie Norman Pages 19-20
D. Independent Audit Review
* Action to Delegate Auditor
Jamie Norman Pages 21-23
E. Audit Charter Review Jamie Norman Pages 24-30
F. GFOA Triple Crown Award Shannon Todd
VIII. Actions:
A. A Resolution to Designate a Project Under the Horry County
American Rescue Plan Act Framework
Beth Tranter Pages 31-34
B. A Resolution Directing the Administrator to Pursue a Request
for Congressionally Directed Funding of Certain Projects in
Horry County.
Beth Tranter Pages 35-36
C. A Resolution Authorizing the Use of Virtual Meetings for the
Horry County Library Board of Trustees.
Shannon Todd Page 37
D. Authorizing The Issuance And Sale Of Not Exceeding
$5,000,000 General Obligation Bonds, Series 2026, Or Such
Other Appropriate Series Designation, Of Horry County,
South Carolina; Fixing The Form And Details Of The Bonds;
Authorizing The County Administrator Or His Lawfully-
Authorized Designee To Determine Certain Matters Relating
To The Bonds; Providing For The Payment Of The Bonds And
The Disposition Of The Proceeds Thereof; And Other Matters
Relating Thereto.
Jacob Mitchell Pages 38-53
E. An Ordinance to Ame
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Tue Jan 27, 2026
Horry County Council Transportation Committee
Council considers adding several subdivision roads to county maintenance
The Transportation Committee will discuss RIDE program updates and public roadway dedication survey results. The body is deciding whether to accept roads and drainage from five subdivisions into the county maintenance system and whether to support the construction of I-73.
- Proposed acceptance of roads in Chestnut Farms, Hidden Pines Phase 1, and Ridgefield Phases 4, 5, 6, and 7
- Resolution to support I-73 construction and name the section the 'President Donald J. Trump Highway'
- Ordinance to add Carolina Bays Parkway right-of-way (Highway 707 to Highway 17 Bypass) to the official index map
- RIDE 3 updates including SC 9 widening in Loris and US 501 realignment
- RIDE 4 design updates for River Oaks Drive and SC Hwy 90 & East Cox Ferry
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I. Call to Order
II. Invocation
III. Pledge of Allegiance
IV. Public Input
V. Review and A
pproval of Agenda Contents
VI. Approval of Minutes – None
VII. Discussion Items
A. RIDE Program Updates. Anna Barnhill
B.
Public Roadway Dedication Policy- Survey Results. Brandon Elvis
VIII. Resolutions
A. A Resolution to accept the road(s) and drainage in th
e
following subdivisions into the Horry County Maintenance
System.
1. Chestnut Farms (Joyce Drive, Letha Drive, Joseph
Street, and Lucy Drive)
2. Hidden Pines Phase 1 (Azalea Bloom Avenue,
Augusta Green Way, and Albatross Way)
3. Ridgefield Phase 4 (Courtina Way and Ridgeford
Drive)
4. Ridgefield Phase 5 (Appleridge Drive and Ridgeford
Drive)
5. Ridgefield Phase 6 (Appleridge Drive and Fair Ridge
Way)
6. Ridgefield Phase 7 (Ridgeford Drive and Fair Ridge
Way)
David Gilreath
B. A Resolution supporting the construction of US Interstate
I-73 in South Carolina to service Horry County and the Pee
Dee Region and to name and dedicate the section as the
“President Donald J. Trump Highway”.
David Jordan
IX. Ordinances
A. AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE INDEX MAP OF THE OFFICIAL
MAP ORDINANCE FOR HORRY COUNTY ADDING THE RIGHT-
OF-WAY FOR THE CAROLINA BAYS PARKWAY FROM
HIGHWAY 707 TO HIGHWAY 17 BYPASS AND ASSOCIATED
INTERCHANGE TO THE HORRY COUNTY OFFICIAL INDEX MAP.
David Gilreath
Dennis DiSabato, Chairman
Tom Anderson
Mark Causey
Cam Crawford
Jenna Dukes
Johnny Gardner
Horry County Council Transpor tation Committee Meeting
Tuesday, J
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Tue Jan 20, 2026
Horry County Council Meeting
Horry County adopts comprehensive plan and approves airport vending contract
The Horry County Council will consider adopting the Imagine 2040 Comprehensive Plan and approving a concession agreement for airport vending services. The meeting includes multiple first and second readings for zoning ordinance amendments.
- Third Reading: Horry County Comprehensive Plan (Imagine 2040)
- Third Reading: Airport vending concession agreement with Compass Group USA
- First Reading: Zoning map amendments for Diamond Shores and other areas
- Second Reading: Planned Development District zoning ordinance amendments
- First Reading: Zoning map amendments for Highway Commercial to Multi Residential
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Regular Council Meeting
January 20, 2026 – 6:00 p.m.
Council Chambers
A. Call to Order Johnny Gardner, Chairman
B. Invocation Mr. Masciarelli
C. Pledge of Allegiance Dr. Dukes
D. Public Input (Sign-up Required)
E. Approval of Agenda Contents
F. Approval of Minutes: Regular Meeting January 6, 2026
G. CONSENT AGENDA
1. Third Reading – Ordinance 106-2025 to adopt the Horry County Comprehensive Plan, Imagine 2040, five-year review,
including the resilience element. (Favorable, I&R Committee)
2. Third Reading – Ordinance 116-2025 approving and authorizing the county administrator to execute a concession
agreement with Compass Group USA, Inc. by and through its canteen division for the right to install and operate food and
beverage vending machine concession services within the terminal building at Myrtle Beach International Airport. (Favorable,
I&R Committee)
3. First Reading on the following ordinances to approve the request to amend the official zoning maps:
Ord 02-2026 Diamond Shores, agent for Terraview Homes, LLC (Causey)
Ord 04-2026 W C Bellamy Express, LLC (Hardee)
Ord 05-2026 Jonathan Cochrane, agent for Living Water Church at Market Common Inc. (Loftus)
Ord 07-2026 Diamond Shores, agent for Rolling Green Estates, LLC (Allen)(1.64 Acres)
Ord 08-2026 Diamond Shores, agent for Rolling Green Estates, LLC (Allen)(4.72 Acres)
4. First Reading – Ordinance 09-2026 amending Article VIII, Section 809 of the Zoning Ordinance of Horry County, South
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Tue Jan 6, 2026
Horry County Council Meeting
Horry County Council to review comprehensive plan and airport vending contract
The Council will hold a public hearing on the Imagine 2040 Comprehensive Plan five-year review and a vending machine concession agreement for Myrtle Beach International Airport. The meeting also includes a State of the County Address and numerous zoning map amendment requests.
- Public hearing for Ordinance 106-2025 to adopt the Imagine 2040 Comprehensive Plan five-year review
- Ordinance 116-2025 for a vending machine concession agreement with Compass Group USA, Inc. at Myrtle Beach International Airport
- Ordinance 64-2025 development agreement for Ashley Circle in Conway
- Ordinance 103-2025 to reduce regulation of consensual towing businesses
- Vote on a mediated settlement for Horry County Medical Property Owner LLC v. Zoning Board of Appeals
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Regular Council Meeting
January 6, 2026 – 6:00 p.m.
Council Chambers
A. Call to Order Johnny Gardner, Chairman
B. Invocation Mr. Anderson
C. Pledge of Allegiance Mr. Allen
D. State of the County Address Johnny Gardner, Chairman
E. Public Input (Sign-up Required)
F. Approval of Agenda Contents
G. Approval of Minutes: Regular Meeting December 9, 2025
H. CONSENT AGENDA
1. Third Reading – Ordinance 64-2025 to approve the development agreement with Hwy 66, LLC and Equity Trust Company
Custodian FBO Mark Philip Karavan located on Ashley Circle in Conway. (Hardee)(Affiliated Ord 65-2025)
2. Third Reading – Ordinance 65-2025 to approve the request to amend the offici al zoning maps for Horry County, South
Carolina, so as to rezone PIN 27100000058 from Limited Forest Agriculture (LFA) to Multi Residential District – Preservation
(MRD-P). (Hardee)(Affiliated Ord 64-2025)(PC Approval 4:3)
3. Third Reading on the following ordinances to approv e the request to amend the official zoning maps:
Ord 99-2025 Clovis Belanger, et al. (Anderson)
Ord 100-2025 John Pinto, agent for Pinto Partners, LLC (Loftus)
Ord 107-2025
William Oram, agent for Carolina Real Estate Holdings, LLC (Loftus)
Ord 108-2025
Diamond Shores, agent for Master Home Builder, LLC (Anderson)(PC Approval 7:2)
Ord 109-2025
Karl T. Gore (Hardee)
Ord 110-2025
Thomas & Hutton, agent for Eastern Shores Realty Hold ing, LLC (Masciarelli)
Ord 111-2025
Jason White, agent for Dana C. Faircloth (Hardee)
Ord 112-2025
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