Horry County public meetings in 2024
14 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Fall Planning Retreat
Council is reviewing the FY 2024 financial update, a five-year financial forecast, and a ten-year Capital Improvement Plan totaling $476,821,343. The body will discuss strategic issues including public safety, airports, and road funding to provide direction for the FY 2026 budget.
- Resolution R-142-2024: Designate projects under the American Rescue Plan Act framework
- Resolution R-143-2024: Commit unassigned fund balance to the disaster debris reserve
- FY 2025 projected capital budget expenditures of $38,019,350
- Ten-year projected capital expenditures of $476,821,343
- Review of the Local Road Plan and SC Opioid Recovery Fund (SCORF)
County Council
The council will vote on a $2,500,000 general‑obligation bond for the Legends Drive Special Tax District to fund road and drainage improvements. It will also consider multiple lease agreements, zoning map amendments, the creation of the Eagle Trace Special Tax District, and allocations of Community Benefit Funds to local groups. Additional resolutions address opioid recovery funding, a pilot program for mobile food vendors, and the transfer of election authority for Conway. The meeting includes routine approvals of minutes and agenda items.
- Third Reading – Ordinance 119-2024 authorizing issuance of up to $2,500,000 bonds for the Legends Drive Special Tax District (road and drainage improvements).
- Third Reading – Ordinance 121-2024 approving a lease of Hangar 1 and ramp area at Grand Strand Airport to Mach Aero LLP.
- First Reading – Ordinance 142-2024 creating the Eagle Trace Special Tax District with a maximum millage rate.
- Third Reading – Ordinance 128-2024 rezoning PIN 30507020026 from Commercial Forest Agriculture to Residential (MSF 10).
- Community Benefit Fund allocations totaling $46,500 to seven local organizations (e.g., $3,500 to Blue Star Mothers of Coastal Carolina, $17,000 to Beach Ball Classic, Inc.).
Infrastructure & Regulation Committee
The Infrastructure & Regulation Committee will discuss and vote on several zoning ordinance amendments, including changes to the Highway 17 Business South and Highway 544 overlay zones, and approve dedications for two subdivisions into the county maintenance system.
- Resolution to accept Belle Mer North Phase 2 roads (Hossa Street, Mikita Drive, Bickell Court)
- Resolution to accept Old Mill Estates roads (Royal Arch Drive, Caveson Way)
- Ordinance amending Highway 17 Business South overlay zone
- Ordinance amending Highway 544 overlay zone
- Ordinance amending permitted uses in Highway Commercial district
County Council
The Council will discuss several zoning map amendments and land use changes. The meeting includes decisions on airport lease agreements, community benefit fund allocations, and the continued operation of gambling vessels in the county.
- Ordinance 120-2024 regarding the continued operation of gambling vessels in Horry County
- Lease agreement with Mach Aero LLP for Hangar 1 at Grand Strand Airport
- Community Benefit Funds including $10,000 for Horry County Police Department and $1,500 for Longs Volunteers
- Ordinance 137-2024 regarding a first amendment to a fee agreement with DC Blox Inc.
- Ordinance 133-2024 Wildwood Development Agreement with Lennar Carolinas, LLC for fire and emergency services
Infrastructure & Regulation Committee
The Infrastructure & Regulation Committee will vote on several resolutions and ordinances, including accepting road and drainage maintenance for multiple subdivisions, allocating Community Benefit funds, and authorizing two lease agreements—one for the former Luck Avenue fire station and one for Hangar 1 at Grand Strand Airport. The airport lease sets a base rent of $11,760 for the first year with CPI adjustments. An amendment to the zoning ordinance will lower the lot‑size requirement for non‑commercial personal use buildings.
- Resolution to add roads and drainage in Belle Mer South Phase 2, Heather Glen Phases 8B, 14, 19, 21 to the county maintenance system
- Resolution to allocate Council Community Benefit funds (details on pages 35‑49)
- Ordinance to lease former Luck Avenue fire station to the County Council on Aging for $1 per year (10‑year term, two 5‑year renewals)
- Ordinance to lease Hangar 1 at Grand Strand Airport to Mach Aero LLP for $11,760 base rent, 5‑year term, CPI adjustments
- Ordinance amending zoning Article IX, Section 919 to reduce the minimum lot size for accessory personal‑use buildings
Administration Committee
The committee will review a September 2024 financial update and discuss the use of food trucks on county property. Members will consider ordinances regarding board member compensation, the transfer of municipal election authority for the City of Conway, and a fee agreement amendment for DC Blox Inc.
- Transfer of ARPA funding from Atlantic Avenue/Waccamaw Drive Streetscape/Resiliency Project to Beach Parking
- Transfer of funds from Grants Match to the East Coast Greenway – Business 17 Project
- Ordinance to authorize compensation for members of some Horry County Boards
- Ordinance to transfer City of Conway’s municipal election authority to the Horry County Election Commission
- Resolution for a 5-year exemption extension from PSI Molded Plastics, Inc. to S3 Realty, LLC
County Council
The Horry County Council will vote on a $2,500,000 general obligation bond for the Legends Drive Special Tax District to fund road, drainage, and related public works. It will also consider multiple concession and lease agreements for the passenger terminal at Myrtle Beach International Airport and a lease for Hangar 1 at Grand Strand Airport. Several zoning map amendments and the Wildwood Development Agreement with Lennar Carolinas, LLC will be reviewed. Additional resolutions address road and drainage dedications and the 2025 council meeting schedule.
- Ordinance 119-2024: authorize up to $2,500,000 bonds for Legends Drive Special Tax District improvements
- Third‑reading ordinances 100‑2024 to 104‑2024: approve new and extended concession/lease agreements with MSE Branded Foods, AMS‑Shaw Myrtle Beach JV, Hudson Group (HG) Retail, LLC, and Flippit Corporation at Myrtle Beach International Airport
- Ordinance 121-2024: lease Hangar 1 and surrounding ramp area at Grand Strand Airport to Mach Aero LLP
- Ordinance 133-2024: approve the Wildwood Development Agreement with Lennar Carolinas, LLC for fire and emergency services off SC Highway 9
- Multiple ordinances (e.g., 105‑2024, 115‑2024, 127‑2024, 128‑2024, 135‑2024) to amend official zoning maps and Future Land Use maps
Public Safety Committee
The committee will consider resolutions regarding opioid settlement funds for 2025 and the surplus status of a police service weapon. Members will also hold budget discussions for the Coroner, Detention Center, and Solicitor.
- Application to the South Carolina Opioid Recovery Fund Board for 2025 settlement funds
- Resolution to declare a service weapon as surplus property for retiring officer Kevin Daniels
- Budget discussions for the Coroner, Detention Center, and Solicitor
- Discussion on beach shade devices
- Fire Prevention Week recognition
Infrastructure & Regulation Committee
The Infrastructure & Regulation Committee will vote on resolutions to accept roads and drainage for several subdivisions, adding them to the Horry County Maintenance System. It will also consider three ordinances: two lease agreements for county property and one amendment to the zoning ordinance for non‑commercial personal‑use buildings. Additional discussion items include the I‑73 official map and funding, and a land‑use forecast presentation.
- Resolution to accept roads and drainage for Cypress Ridge Phase 1, Handfield Place Phase 1A, Spring View Landing, and Sugar Loaf Phase 2 into the county maintenance system
- Ordinance authorizing a lease of Hangar 1 and surrounding ramp area at Grand Strand Airport to Mach Aero LLP
- Ordinance authorizing a lease of certain real property to the Horry County Council on Aging
- Ordinance amending Article IX, Section 919 of the zoning ordinance concerning non‑commercial personal‑use buildings
- Discussion of the I‑73 official map, funding status, and potential postponement of its inclusion on the map
County Council
The Horry County Council will consider several ordinances and resolutions, including the first reading of Ordinance 119-2024 to issue up to $2,500,000 in general obligation bonds for road and drainage projects in the Legends Drive Special Tax District. It will also review Ordinance 120-2024 to continue operation of gambling vessels within the county and multiple airport concession agreements. Community Benefit Funds totaling $36,500 will be allocated to local nonprofits, and a zoning amendment (Ordinance 87-2024) affecting the Highway 17 Business South Overlay Zone will be read for the third time.
- First Reading – Ordinance 119-2024 authorizing issuance and sale of not exceeding $2,500,000 general obligation bonds for Legends Drive Special Tax District road and drainage improvements
- First Reading – Ordinance 120-2024 amending Ordinance 117-2014 to continue operation of gambling vessels within Horry County
- Second Reading & Public Hearing – Ordinance 100-2024 approving a concession lease with MSE Branded Foods for a new food and beverage concession at Myrtle Beach International Airport
- Community Benefit Fund allocations: $10,000 to Friends of the Green Sea Floyds Library; $5,000 to Carolina Forest Community Church; $4,000 each to Grand Strand Humane Society, GFWC North Myrtle Beach Woman’s Club, Sonshine Recovery Ministries, American Legion Post 40, Socastee High School Tennis Team; $2,500 to Carolina Forest Middle of the Road; $2,000 to Love 4 Paws Rescue
- Third Reading – Ordinance 87-2024 amending Article VIII, Section 809 of the Zoning Ordinance for the Highway 17 Business South Overlay Zone
Administration Committee
The Administration Committee will consider several financial actions, including authorizing up to $2.5 million in general‑obligation bonds for road, drainage and other public‑works projects in the Legends Drive Special Tax District. The committee will also vote on an amendment to the FY 2025 budget (Ordinance 36‑2024) to recognize additional revenue and expenditures, and on resolutions to fund the Horry County Home Consortium, support Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2024, and continue operation of gambling vessels under the Gambling Cruise Act.
- Authorize issuance and sale of up to $2,500,000 GO bonds for Legends Drive Special Tax District (road, drainage, public works)
- Ordinance 36‑2024 to amend FY 2025 budget to recognize various additional revenue and expenditures
- Resolution to award funding to Horry County Home Consortium (including Home‑ARP funding)
- Resolution supporting Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2024
- Ordinance amending Ordinance 117‑14 to continue operation of gambling vessels in Horry County
Public Safety Committee
The committee will review reports from public safety departments and discuss specific operational items. Key discussion topics include the Gang/Street Crimes Unit, CIT and harm reduction statistics, and an ESInet/Radio upgrade.
- Discussion of Gang/Street Crimes Unit
- Review of CIT and Harm Reduction statistics
- ESInet/Radio Upgrade discussion
- Fire Prevention Week recognition
- EMS write-offs report
County Council
The Council will discuss zoning amendments, noise regulations, and the creation of a special tax district. The body is also reviewing agreements for the Palmetto Coast Industrial Park and various lease agreements at the Myrtle Beach International Airport.
- Ordinance 88-2024: Amendment to the Palmetto Coast Industrial Park agreement to include 'Project Sand'
- Ordinance 91-2024: Lease agreements for Rampside Repair Service, Inc., Jetstar Aviation Leasing, LLC, Mountain Air Cargo, Inc., and Civil Air Patrol
- Ordinance 85-2024: Creation of the 'Legends Drive Special Tax District'
- Resolution R-106-2024: Application for a U.S. Department of Justice grant not to exceed $2 million for the Horry County Detention Center
- Resolution R-105-2024: Application for an Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant not to exceed $85,000
Infrastructure & Regulation Committee
The Infrastructure & Regulation Committee will consider several resolutions and ordinances, including a fee-in-lieu of taxes agreement with Project Sand, the acceptance of roads and drainage from multiple subdivisions into the county maintenance system, and the transfer of Buck Creek Watershed funds to the stormwater construction fund. It will also vote on amendments to the zoning ordinance and lease agreements for Myrtle Beach International Airport facilities.
- Resolution for fee-in-lieu of taxes agreement with Project Sand
- Resolution to accept roads and drainage for six subdivisions into county maintenance system
- Resolution transferring Buck Creek Watershed fund balance to stormwater construction fund
- Ordinance amending Article XI, Section 1104 of the Zoning Ordinance (Zoning Board of Appeals)
- Ordinance authorizing lease agreements for rental car concessions at Myrtle Beach International Airport