Gifford public meetings in 2025

County Council

The Hampton County Council will hold public hearings on authorizing a special source revenue credit agreement with Ironline Metals LLC and on amending the FY2024‑2025 budget for year‑end reconciliation and interdepartmental adjustments. After the hearings, the council will conduct third‑reading votes on ordinances to approve the credit agreement and the budget amendment. The meeting also includes presentations honoring Palmetto Electric Utility and Varnville Elementary students.

• Public hearing to authorize execution and delivery of a special source revenue credit agreement between Hampton County and Ironline Metals LLC (Agenda item 6.1)
• Public hearing to amend the FY2024‑2025 Hampton County budget for year‑end reconciliation and interdepartmental adjustments (Agenda item 6.2)
• Third reading of ordinance authorizing the special source revenue credit agreement with Ironline Metals LLC (Agenda item 9.1(a))
• Third reading of ordinance amending the FY2024‑2025 budget (Agenda item 9.1(b))
• Presentation: Palmetto Electric Utility Award – Ashley Feaster (Agenda item 5.1)

The council unanimously approved the meeting agenda and minutes, and appointed three new Economic Development Commission members. It also approved the third reading of the ordinance authorizing a special source revenue credit agreement with Ironline Metals LLC, and approved the third reading of the FY2024‑2025 budget amendment by a 4‑1 vote. A motion to table the credit‑card policy died for lack of a second, and the council entered and exited executive session before adjourning.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved December 1 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved three new Economic Development Commission board members (unanimous)
• Approved third reading of Ironline Metals revenue‑credit ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved third reading of FY2024‑2025 budget amendment (4‑1)
• Motion to table credit‑card policy died (no second)
• Entered executive session (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Hampton County Airport Commission

The Hampton County Airport Commission will consider an updated fee schedule and lease agreement effective January 2026. It will also vote on an amended Capital Improvement Plan and review a request for proposals for an airport consultant. Several ongoing projects and items from previous meetings will be discussed as old business.

• Updated fee schedule and lease agreement 1/2026
• Approval of Amended Capital Improvement Plan (CIP)
• Airport Consultant Request for Qualifications (RFQ)
• Purchase of parcel from Town of Varnville
• Beacon Project (old business)

County Council

The Hampton County Council and HC Planning Commission will meet for a joint workshop. After opening remarks and agenda approval, the council will enter an executive session to discuss economic development projects and related contractual negotiations. The session will also cover employment matters, security personnel, and other confidential topics.

• Joint workshop of Hampton County Council and HC Planning Commission
• Executive session on economic development projects (names confidential)
• Discussion of proposed contractual arrangements and property transactions
• Discussion of employment, appointment, and compensation matters
• Discussion of security personnel and devices

County Council

The Hampton County Council will vote on an ordinance to amend the FY 2024‑2025 budget for year‑end reconciliation and interdepartmental adjustments. It will also consider an ordinance authorizing a special source revenue credit agreement with Ironline Metals, LLC for economic‑development property. Additionally, the council will act on a Rural Development Act utility tax credit for Palmetto Electric.

• Rural Development Act Utility Tax Credit – Palmetto Electric
• Ordinance to amend the Fiscal Year 2024‑2025 Hampton County Budget
• Ordinance authorizing a special source revenue credit agreement with Ironline Metals, LLC
• Third reading of ordinance adopting the Hampton County Airport schedule of rates and hangar license agreement

The council approved three items requiring action: a Rural Development Act utility tax credit for Palmetto Electric, a budget amendment ordinance for FY 2024‑2025, and an ordinance authorizing a special source revenue credit agreement with Ironline Metals, LLC. All three were adopted, with the budget amendment passing despite one council member opposing. The meeting also approved the agenda, prior minutes, and motions to enter and exit executive session before adjourning.

• Approved Rural Development Act Utility Tax Credit for Palmetto Electric (unanimous)
• Approved FY 2024‑2025 budget amendment ordinance (passed; Councilor Love opposed)
• Approved special source revenue credit agreement with Ironline Metals, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved November 17, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved motion to enter executive session (unanimous)
• Approved motion to exit executive session (unanimous)
• Approved motion to adjourn (unanimous)

Hampton County Economic Development Commission

The Hampton County Economic Development Commission will review a study to repurpose the Varnville Cotton Gin and consider grant opportunities from Santee Cooper and the Parks, Recreation & Tourism Commission. They will also discuss the Estill Industrial Park opportunity and a proposed debit card for the Ag+Art program. Additional reports and business items such as Tiger Street development and a fall fundraiser will be presented.

• Varnville Cotton Gin Repurpose Study (Bill Jackson)
• Grant Programs – Santee Cooper
• Grant Programs – Parks, Recreation & Tourism Commission
• Discussion of Estill Industrial Park Opportunity
• Debit Card proposal for Ag+Art

County Council

The Council will hold a public hearing and a third reading on the Hampton County Airport schedule of rates. Members will also discuss budget reconciliations for FY 2024-2025 and a revenue credit agreement with Ironline Metals, LLC.

• Public hearing and third reading of ordinance for Hampton County Airport schedule of rates and charges
• Resolution to enlarge Quad-County Industrial Park 1, II, and III to include Delavan Spray, LLC property
• First reading of ordinance to amend FY 2024-2025 budget for year-end reconciliation
• First reading of ordinance for a special source revenue credit agreement with Ironline Metals, LLC
• Approval of design services proposal for Exit 38 Lighting Project

The council unanimously approved several items, including the 2026 meeting and holiday calendars, a design services contract for the Exit 38 lighting project, and a tower lease for Susanne Peeples. They also passed a resolution to expand the Quad‑County Industrial Park to include the Delavan Spray, LLC property. The third reading of the ordinance adopting the airport schedule of rates and hangar license agreement was approved, along with first‑reading approvals for a budget amendment and a special revenue credit agreement with Ironline Metals, LLC.

• Approved 2026 County Council Meeting Calendar – all in favor, no opposed
• Approved 2026 Hampton County Holiday Calendar – all in favor, no opposed
• Approved design services proposal for Exit 38 Lighting Project – all in favor, no opposed
• Approved Tower Lease for Susanne Peeples – all in favor, no opposed
• Approved resolution to enlarge Quad‑County Industrial Park to include Delavan Spray, LLC property – all in favor, no opposed
• Approved third reading of ordinance adopting Airport schedule of rates and hangar license agreement – all in favor, no opposed
• Approved first reading (title only) of ordinance amending FY 2024‑2025 budget – all in favor, no opposed
• Approved first reading (title only) of ordinance authorizing special revenue credit agreement with Ironline Metals, LLC – all in favor, no opposed

County Council

The Council will hold a public hearing and a third reading of an ordinance to amend the FY2026 budget for first quarter changes. The meeting also includes a second reading of an ordinance regarding airport rates and hangar license agreements.

• Public hearing and third reading of ordinance to amend FY2026 budget
• Second reading of ordinance for Hampton County Airport schedule of rates, charges, and hangar license use agreement
• Financial presentation by Sheriff Anthony Russell
• Executive session to discuss Finance Department personnel matters
• Proposed budget revisions including $1,040,300 increase in other tax income/state reimbursements and $311,499 increase in permit fees

The council approved its agenda (4‑1) and the October 23 meeting minutes (4‑0, 1 abstention). It accepted the third reading of the FY2026 budget amendment (4‑1) and approved the second reading of the airport schedule of rates ordinance (unanimous). The body entered and exited an executive session and then adjourned (unanimous).

• Agenda approved (4‑1)
• Minutes approved (4‑0, 1 abstain)
• Third reading of FY2026 budget amendment accepted (4‑1)
• Second reading of airport schedule of rates ordinance approved (unanimous)
• Entered executive session (unanimous)
• Exited executive session (unanimous)
• Meeting adjourned (unanimous)

County Council

The Hampton County Council will meet to approve previous minutes and hold an executive session. The closed session will focus on personnel matters regarding the Finance Department and County Equipment.

• Approval of October 20, 2025 meeting minutes
• Executive session: personnel matters (County Equipment)
• Executive session: personnel matters (Finance Dept)

County Council

The Hampton County Council will meet to discuss updates to the FY2026 budget and new rates and charges for the Hampton County Airport. The meeting also includes a proclamation for Red Ribbon Week and an executive session regarding personnel matters.

• Second reading of an ordinance to amend the FY2026 budget for first quarter changes
• First reading of an ordinance adopting the Hampton County Airport schedule of rates and charges
• Approval of a standard airport hangar license use agreement
• Proclamation for Red Ribbon Week by Ashley Lawton
• Executive session to discuss personnel matters related to County Equipment

The council unanimously approved the agenda and the October 6 meeting minutes. It passed the second reading to amend the FY2026 budget for first‑quarter changes and the first reading of an ordinance adopting the Hampton County Airport schedule of rates and a standard hangar license agreement. A proclamation for Red Ribbon Week was also approved. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved agenda (all in favor, no opposed)
• Approved October 6, 2025 meeting minutes (all in favor, no opposed)
• Approved second reading of FY2026 budget amendment (all in favor, no opposed)
• Approved first reading of airport rates and hangar license ordinance (all in favor, no opposed)
• Approved Red Ribbon Week proclamation (presented by Ashley Lawton)
• Removed executive‑session item 9.1 on personnel matters (per Councilman Love)
• Adjourned meeting (all in favor, no opposed)

County Council

Hampton County Council will consider third reading of an ordinance to purchase real property for the airport and adopt a schedule of rates and charges. The body will also amend the FY2026 budget by title only.

• Third reading of ordinance for Hampton County Airport property purchase
• Adoption of Hampton County Airport schedule of rates and charges
• Amendment to FY2026 budget by title only
• Addendum to purchase agreement with Town of Varnville
• Public hearing on airport property purchase

The council gave final approval to the ordinance authorizing Hampton County to purchase real property for the county airport. An addendum to the Town of Varnville REPC purchase agreement was also approved. The FY2026 budget amendment was approved by title only, with one member abstaining. Executive‑session motions and routine approvals of agenda and minutes were adopted unanimously.

• Approved third reading of ordinance authorizing airport property purchase (all in favor, no opposed)
• Approved addendum to Town of Varnville REPC purchase agreement (all in favor, no opposed)
• Approved FY2026 budget amendment by title only (all in favor, Councilman Love abstained)
• Approved agenda for the meeting (all in favor, no opposed)
• Approved September 15 and 22, 2025 meeting minutes (all in favor, no opposed)
• Approved motion to enter executive session (all in favor, no opposed)
• Approved motion to exit executive session (all in favor, no opposed)
• Approved motion to adjourn the meeting (all in favor, no opposed)

County Council

The Hampton County Council will hold a special meeting on September 22, 2025. After routine items, the council will enter an executive session. In that session, members will discuss employment and personnel matters, contractual negotiations, security staffing, investigative proceedings, and economic development projects related to businesses in the area.

• Executive session discussion of employment, appointment, and compensation matters
• Executive session discussion of negotiations for proposed contracts or property transactions
• Executive session discussion of security personnel or device development
• Executive session discussion of investigative proceedings into alleged criminal misconduct
• Executive session discussion of location, expansion, or services for businesses and economic development projects

Hampton County Airport Commission

The commission will review and potentially adopt changes to its fee schedule. It will consider a proposal to allow Hampton County High School’s cross‑country team to use airport property. Members will also discuss plans for the November meeting and a strategic planning session. Routine items such as agenda approval and opening remarks are also on the agenda.

• Discussion of Proposed Fee Schedule Changes
• Proposed Use of Airport Property for Hampton County High School Cross Country Team
• Discussion of November Meeting and Strategic Planning Session
• Approval of September 22, 2025 Agenda

Hampton County Economic Development Commission

The Hampton County Economic Development Commission will review opportunities at Estill Industrial Park and consider sponsoring a Southern Carolina Alliance event. It will also receive updates on grant programs from Santee Cooper and the Parks, Recreation & Tourism Commission, and hear reports on a fall fundraiser at the airport and Tiger Street development. The meeting includes routine items such as approval of minutes and a financial report.

• Discussion of Estill Industrial Park Opportunities
• Consideration of Sponsorship for SCA Event
• Grant Programs – Santee Cooper
• Grant Programs – Parks, Recreation & Tourism Commission
• Fall Fundraiser at Airport

County Council

The Hampton County Council will meet to approve the purchase of real property for the airport and authorize a high-speed internet easement. The agenda also includes a presentation on the Governor's Order of the Palmetto and a briefing on the Quad County Industrial Park.

• Purchase of real property for Hampton County Airport
• High-speed internet easement at 404 Hoover Street
• Quad County Industrial Park resolution
• Presentation: Governor’s Order of the Palmetto
• Airport-hanger lease agreements (Executive Session)

Hampton County Airport Commission

The Hampton County Airport Commission will discuss and potentially adopt a revised fee schedule and lease agreement effective January 2026. They will also consider an amended Capital Improvement Plan and a purchase of a parcel from the Town of Varnville. Additional items include updates on the Beacon Project, hangar maintenance quotes, and a tree/obstruction removal project.

• Updated fee schedule and lease agreement effective 1/2026
• Approval of amended Capital Improvement Plan (CIP)
• Purchase of parcel from Town of Varnville
• Hangar maintenance needs (quotes)
• Tree/obstruction removal project

County Council

The Hampton County Council will meet to discuss and vote on two ordinances: one authorizing the purchase of real property for the Hampton County Airport, and another granting Sparklight an easement to install a high-speed internet cabinet on county-owned property at 404 Hoover Street. The council will also receive updates on county projects and hold an executive session for contractual negotiations.

• First reading of ordinance authorizing purchase of real property for Hampton County Airport
• Second reading of ordinance granting Sparklight easement to install high-speed internet cabinet at 404 Hoover Street TMS#119-02-15-003 with $5,000 annual lease plus CPI
• Executive session for contractual negotiations on airport hanger lease agreements and fees
• Executive session for contractual negotiations on sale of land
• Approval of $2,000 grant for Hampton County Fair

Hampton County Planning Commission

The Hampton County Planning Commission has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for August 25, 2025. The next meeting is set for September 22, 2025.

County Council

The Hampton County Council and Southern Carolina Alliance are holding a joint meeting. The agenda includes an executive session to discuss the expansion of industries or other businesses.

• Executive session regarding the expansion of industries or other businesses

County Council

The Hampton County Council will discuss a proposed contract with Sparklight for high-speed internet services and negotiate contracts for the Nevamar Project and the Brunson County Fair. The body will also appoint members to the Library Board.

• First reading of ordinance for Sparklight internet cabinet at 404 Hoover Street
• Discussion of contractual negotiations for the Nevamar Project
• Discussion of contractual negotiations for the Brunson County Fair
• Discussion of employment contract for the County Administrator
• Appointments to the Library Board

Hampton County Airport Commission

The Hampton County Airport Commission will hold its regular meeting to approve minutes, hear public comments, and receive activity and financial reports. New business includes an instrument approach discussion, while old business covers the beacon project, fuel station purchase, and multiple maintenance and operational items.

• Fuel activity and financial report review
• Beacon project status update
• Hangar maintenance needs with quotes requested
• Purchase of parcel from Town of Varnville
• Hangar rates study

County Council

The Hampton County Council will hold a public hearing on a tax anticipation note up to $1.8 million and vote on ordinances including a property settlement for the school district and opioid recovery fund updates. The meeting also includes first and second readings of ordinances and council briefings.

• Public hearing on tax anticipation note up to $1,800,000
• Second reading of ordinance authorizing property settlement to Hampton County School District
• Second reading of revisions to Opioid Recovery Funds Committee ordinance
• First reading of ordinance granting Sparklight easement at 404 Hoover Street
• Approval of commuter parking lot and food truck court project

Hampton County Planning Commission

The Hampton County Planning Commission is holding a special meeting to address old business. The primary focus of the meeting is a specific application regarding mining operations.

• Application 25PC-006 for mining operations on Hickory Hill Road

Hampton County Planning Commission

The Hampton County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and discuss a mining permit application for JEZ Inc. The body will also discuss a future land use map and updates to the Comprehensive Plan.

• Public hearing for Application 25PC-006 regarding mining operations at 1056 Hickory Hill Rd
• Discussion of draft maps for the Comprehensive Plan future land use map
• Comprehensive Plan update discussion
• Staff recommendation for mining permit approval with limits on hours (Mon-Sat, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.) and silt prevention measures

County Council

The Hampton County Council will meet to discuss local development projects and review several ordinances. Key actions include a second reading on transferring real property to the Hampton County School District and revisions to the Opioid Recovery Funds Committee ordinance.

• Second reading of ordinance to convey real property to the Hampton County School District
• Second reading of revisions to the Hampton County South Carolina Opioid Recovery Funds Committee ordinance
• First reading of ordinance for Sparklight easement at 404 Hoover Street
• Decision on Overtime Revisions policy
• Discussion of Tiger St. Development and a commuter parking lot and food truck court

County Council

The Hampton County Council will hold a special meeting to discuss an economic development matter. The primary item is a discussion regarding Project Quantum in executive session.

• Executive session regarding Project Quantum (Economic Development Matter)

The council unanimously approved the meeting agenda. They voted to enter an executive session, which ran from 1:03 PM to 1:59 PM. During that session they discussed the Project Quantum economic‑development matter but took no action. The council then unanimously adjourned the meeting.

• Approved meeting agenda (All in favor, no opposed)
• Approved motion to enter executive session (All in favor, no opposed)
• Approved motion to exit executive session (All in favor, no opposed)
• No action taken on Project Quantum economic‑development discussion
• Approved motion to adjourn (All in favor, no opposed)

County Council

The Hampton County Council will meet for a special session. The primary purpose of the meeting is to enter an executive session to discuss a legal matter.

• Executive session regarding a legal matter involving the Hampton County Detention Center/Sheriff’s Office

The council unanimously approved the meeting agenda, entered an executive session to discuss a legal matter involving the detention center, took no action on that matter, exited the executive session, and then adjourned the meeting.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Entered executive session (unanimous)
• Discussed detention center legal matter – no action taken
• Exited executive session (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

County Council

The Hampton County Council will meet to discuss overtime policy revisions and a homebuilders symposium. The body is considering an ordinance to settle a dispute and convey real property to the Hampton County School District.

• First reading of ordinance to convey real property to Hampton County School District
• First reading of revisions to the Opioid Recovery Funds Committee ordinance
• Approval of overtime policy revisions
• Discussion of Homebuilders Symposium in Hampton
• Executive session regarding airport easement and County Courthouse buildings

The council approved its agenda and deferred the overtime policy to the July 21 meeting. Minutes from the June 16 meeting were approved. First readings were approved for an ordinance to settle a dispute and convey real property to the Hampton County School District and for revisions to the Opioid Recovery Funds ordinance. In executive session the council deferred airport easement legal advice, declined to address a Spark Light cabinet request, granted a county decal for a vehicle, and ordered a halt to events on courthouse grounds until a policy is completed.

• Approved agenda and deferred overtime revisions policy to July 21 (unanimous)
• Approved June 16 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of property settlement ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of opioid recovery funds ordinance revisions (unanimous)
• Deferred legal advice on airport easement to county attorney (unanimous)
• Declined to address Spark Light cabinet request (unanimous)
• Granted permission for county decal on county vehicle (unanimous)
• Ordered halt of events on courthouse grounds pending policy (unanimous)

Hampton County Planning Commission

The Hampton County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and discuss a permit application to expand a mining operation. The body will also discuss updates to the Comprehensive Plan.

• Application 25PC-005: Permit to expand a 14.68 acre mine at 123 & 265 Ridgecut Rd
• Comprehensive Plan update discussion
• Public hearing for mining expansion in Early Branch

County Council

The Council will hold public hearings and a third reading for the Fiscal Year 2026 Budget. They are also considering a third reading of an ordinance to authorize a tax anticipation note. Other business includes a project grant application for the airport.

• Public hearing and third reading of the Fiscal Year 2026 Budget
• Public hearing and third reading of an ordinance for a tax anticipation note not to exceed $1,800,000
• Project Grant Application for the Airport (FY-25)
• Proclamation for Elevating Fatherhood Month
• Executive session regarding legal matters for county-owned buildings

The council unanimously approved the third reading of an ordinance authorizing a tax‑anticipation note of up to $1,800,000. It also approved the third reading of the Fiscal Year 2026 budget ordinance. In addition, the council approved the Airport FY‑25 project grant application and authorized the County Attorney to develop an ordinance for use of County property.

• Approved third reading of ordinance to authorize a tax‑anticipation note up to $1,800,000 (All in favor, no opposed)
• Approved third reading of the Fiscal Year 2026 budget ordinance (All in favor, no opposed)
• Approved Project Grant Application – Airport (FY‑25) (All in favor, no opposed)
• Approved motion for County Attorney to develop ordinance for use of County property (All in favor, no opposed)
• Approved motion to go into executive session (All in favor, no opposed)
• Approved motion to come out of executive session (All in favor, no opposed)
• Approved agenda for the June 16, 2025 meeting (All in favor, no opposed)
• Approved minutes from June 2 and June 9, 2025 meetings (All in favor, no opposed)

Hampton County Airport Commission

The Hampton County Airport Commission will review fuel and financial reports. The body is discussing a potential land purchase from the Town of Varnville and various facility infrastructure projects.

• Potential land purchase from Town of Varnville
• Lean-to for tractor
• Tree/Obstruction Removal Project
• Hangar maintenance quotes and rates study
• Fuel Station Purchase

County Council

The Hampton County Council is holding a budget workshop to discuss the County Administrator's final recommendations for the FY26 budget.

• County Administrator's final recommendation to FY26 budget

County Council

The Council will hold a public hearing regarding the joint county industrial park agreement with Colleton County. The body is also reviewing the Fiscal Year 2026 Budget and a tax anticipation note.

• Second reading of an ordinance for a tax anticipation note not to exceed $1,800,000
• Second reading for the Fiscal Year 2026 Budget
• Public hearing and third reading of an ordinance to extend and amend the joint county industrial park agreement with Colleton County
• Approval of Beaufort Design Build contract for due diligence on converting the high school site to a recreation center
• Appointment of Ms. Davita Roberts to the Economic Development Commission

Hampton County Planning Commission

The Hampton County Planning Commission will review a use-variance request to allow a private campground at 2215 Brookwood Drive. Staff recommends denial because the application lacks required water/sewer plans and fire protection details, and the site does not meet variance criteria. A public hearing is scheduled.

• Campground Use Variance, Brookwood Drive (2215 Brookwood Dr, Parcel 135-00-00-185)
• Use Variance for 1030 Short Wave Ln (TMS #110-00-00-017) — motion to accept application
• 10-lot subdivision application for TMS #164-00-00-027 — motion to recommend preliminary approval with conditions
• Consideration of ULDO amendment for recreation-vehicle regulations — motion failed 2-2

Hampton County Economic Development Commission

The Hampton County Economic Development Commission will convene on May 20, 2025, at the B.T. DeLoach Building in Hampton to review financial reports, hear updates from local partners, and discuss potential industry expansion during an executive session. Public comments and reports on agriculture, arts, and regional development are also scheduled.

• Potential existing industry expansion discussion (executive session)
• Fall fundraiser planned at airport
• Future fire station preliminary project at Regional Industrial Park
• Airport signage update (Buddy Bullard)
• Introduction of applicants for commission vacancy

County Council

The Hampton County Council will hold public hearings on two ordinances: amending the Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance 2012-001 and postponing the 2026 county-wide reassessment for one year. Following the hearings, the council will take third readings of both ordinances. The council will also conduct the first reading of the Fiscal Year 2026 Budget and an ordinance to authorize a tax anticipation note not to exceed $1,500,000. Other items include an appointment to the SCORF Committee, a resolution honoring a sheriff's deputy, and executive session discussions on litigation and personnel matters.

• Public hearing on ordinance to amend the County’s Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance 2012-001
• Public hearing on ordinance to postpone the 2026 county-wide reassessment for one year
• Third reading of both the flood prevention and reassessment postponement ordinances
• First reading by title only of the Fiscal Year 2026 Budget
• First reading of ordinance to authorize a tax anticipation note not to exceed $1,500,000

Hampton County Airport Commission

The Hampton County Airport Commission will meet to consider several operational and maintenance items. They will discuss purchasing a new fuel station, completing a beacon project, and addressing a vacancy for airport manager. Old business includes a tree removal project, hangar maintenance quotes, and a study of hangar rates. The meeting also covers a deer incursion under the west-end fence that needs repair.

• Fuel Station Purchase (new business)
• Beacon Project (new business)
• Vacancy for Airport Manager (new business)
• Tree/Obstruction Removal Project (old business)
• Deer incursion under fence on west end – coordinate with David S. to fix

County Council

The Hampton County Council is conducting its eighth budget workshop to review proposed budgets from several departments and agencies. Presentations include the Helping Hands Center, Administration, County-Wide Costs, Fleet Maintenance, Council on Aging, and Information Technology. No decisions or votes are scheduled; this is a discussion and review session.

• Helping Hands Center budget presentation
• Administration budget presentation
• County-Wide Costs budget review
• Fleet Maintenance budget presentation
• Council on Aging budget presentation

The council unanimously approved the meeting agenda after a motion by Councilman Love and a second by Councilman Thompson. The meeting was then unanimously adjourned following a second motion by Councilman Thompson.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

County Council

The Hampton County Council will meet to discuss a second reading of an ordinance regarding a joint industrial park agreement with Colleton County. The body will also hear an update on a camper ordinance and fill committee appointments.

• Second reading of an ordinance to amend and extend the development agreement for the Joint County Industrial Park with Colleton County
• Update on Camper Ordinance by Christopher Inglese
• Appointment of Nicole Smith to SCORF Committee
• Appointment of Christopher Rivers to Planning Committee
• Executive session to discuss Recreation Center, Airport, Watermelon Festival, and Gifford June Festival contracts

The council unanimously approved the second reading of an ordinance to amend and extend the Joint County Industrial Park agreement. It also killed the camper ordinance, rejected a SCORF committee appointment, appointed Christopher Rivers to the Planning Committee, and approved $2,000 each for the Watermelon Festival and Gifford June Festival.

• Approved second reading of ordinance to amend and extend Joint County Industrial Park agreement (all in favor, no opposed)
• Killed camper ordinance (all in favor, no opposed)
• Rejected SCORF Committee appointment for Nicole Smith (rejection noted)
• Appointed Christopher Rivers to Planning Committee (all in favor, no opposed)
• Approved $2,000 support for Watermelon Festival (all in favor, no opposed)
• Approved $2,000 support for Gifford June Festival (all in favor, no opposed)

County Council

The Hampton County Council holds its seventh budget workshop, receiving presentations from the Assessor, Finance, Risk Management, Tax Collector, and Veteran Affairs offices. Each department is allotted ten minutes to present. No votes or ordinances are scheduled; the session is entirely preparatory for the coming fiscal year budget.

• Budget presentation by the Assessor
• Budget presentation by Finance
• Budget presentation by Risk Management
• Budget presentation by Tax Collector
• Budget presentation by Veteran Affairs

The council unanimously approved the meeting agenda. Afterwards, the council unanimously voted to adjourn the meeting. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

County Council

The Hampton County Rec Center Selection Committee is holding a meeting with a bare procedural agenda: approval of the agenda, old business, new business, and adjournment. No specific decisions, proposals, or discussions are listed in the agenda.

County Council

The Hampton County Council is holding its sixth budget workshop to review presentations from eight local agencies, including the Lowcountry Council of Governments, Coastal Empire Community Mental Health Center, and the county auditor, tax collector, airport, recreation, treasurer, and assessor. This is a procedural meeting focused on budget discussions rather than formal decisions.

Hampton County Planning Commission

The Hampton County Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting on April 28, 2025. They are scheduled to consider a use variance for a property at 1030 Short Wave Ln, a 10-lot subdivision off Jerusalem Church Road (tabled from March), and an amendment to the ULDO regulating temporary recreational vehicle dwellings (also tabled from March). The meeting also includes public comments and an executive session for Planning Commission member applications.

• Use Variance for 1030 Short Wave Ln, TMS #110-00-00-017
• 10-lot subdivision application for TMS #164-00-00-027 (0 Jerusalem Church Rd)
• Consideration of ULDO amendment for recreational vehicle regulations
• Executive session for Planning Commission member applications
• Public comments on agenda items

County Council

The Hampton County Council and Planning Commission are holding a joint workshop to discuss land use and zoning. The session includes a review of the Comprehensive Plan and a specific ordinance regarding RVs and campers.

• Comprehensive Plan discussion
• Zoning Map discussion
• Future Land Use Map discussion
• RV/Camper Ordinance discussion
• Executive session to discuss legal advice regarding the RV/Camper Ordinance

County Council

This is a budget workshop (not a voting meeting) where county department heads present their proposed budgets. Presentations include Building & Grounds, Clerk of Court, Voter Registration, Public Works, Landfill, Recycling & Garbage, and Soil & Water. No decisions or ordinances are on the agenda.

• Building & Grounds budget presentation by Glen Samples
• Clerk of Court budget presentation by Jvonndra Brooks-Creech
• Voter Registration budget presentation by Tashara Morgan
• Public Works, Landfill, Recycling & Garbage, and Soil & Water presentations by David Steinmeyer

The council voted to approve the April 21, 2025 budget workshop agenda with all members in favor and no opposition. After the presentations, the council voted to adjourn the meeting, again with all members in favor and no opposition. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved agenda (All in Favor, No Opposed)
• Adjourned meeting (All in Favor, No Opposed)

County Council

The County Council will discuss expanding the Quad-County Industrial Park boundaries to include property for Project Black Jack in Bamberg County. The body will also consider updates to the county's flood damage prevention ordinance to meet FEMA requirements.

• Resolution to include Project Black Jack property in Bamberg County within the Quad-County Industrial Park
• Second reading of an ordinance to amend the County’s Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance 2012-001
• First reading of an ordinance to extend the joint county industrial park agreement between Colleton and Hampton Counties
• Executive session for legal advice regarding a School District claim
• Executive session for performance evaluations of the County Administrator, County Attorney, and Clerk to Council

The council approved its agenda and the minutes from the April 7 meeting. It adopted a resolution to amend the master agreement for the Quad‑County Industrial Park (Project Black Jack). The council also approved the second reading of the Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance amendment and the first reading of an ordinance extending the industrial park agreement. The meeting entered and exited executive session before adjourning.

• Approved agenda (motion by Williams, all in favor, no opposed)
• Approved April 7 minutes (motion by Thompson, all in favor, no opposed)
• Approved resolution amending Quad‑County Industrial Park master agreement (all in favor, no opposed)
• Approved second reading of Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance amendment (all in favor, no opposed)
• Approved first reading by title of ordinance extending industrial park agreement (all in favor, no opposed)
• Entered executive session (motion by Thompson, all in favor, no opposed)
• Exited executive session (motion by Thompson, all in favor, no opposed)
• Adjourned meeting (motion by Love, all in favor, no opposed)

County Council

The Hampton County Council will hold second reading of an ordinance to postpone the 2026 county-wide property reassessment for one year, and first reading of an amendment to the Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance. The council will also vote on the Airport Capital Improvement Plan and an appointment to the LCOG board. The meeting includes approval of prior meeting minutes and a presentation recognizing a retiring employee.

• Second reading of ordinance to postpone 2026 county-wide reassessment for one year
• First reading of ordinance to amend Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance 2012-001
• Approval of the Airport Capital Improvement Plan
• Appointment of Clifford Hopkins as LCOG Board of Directors at-large member
• Retirement resolution for Wesley Holmes after 30 years of employment

The Hampton County Council approved the Airport Capital Improvement Plan and moved forward with two ordinance readings—postponing the 2026 county-wide reassessment and amending the Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance. The council also appointed Clifford Hopkins to the LCOG Board, approved the meeting agenda and prior minutes, and entered and exited executive session before adjourning.

• Approved Airport Capital Improvement Plan (All in Favor, No Opposed)
• Approved appointment of Clifford Hopkins to LCOG Board of Directors at Large (All in Favor, No Opposed)
• Approved second reading of ordinance postponing 2026 county-wide reassessment (All in Favor, No Opposed)
• Approved first reading of ordinance amending Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance 2012-001 (All in Favor, No Opposed)
• Approved agenda for April 7, 2025 meeting (All in Favor, No Opposed)
• Approved minutes from March 17 and March 24, 2025 meetings (All in Favor, No Opposed; one abstention on March 17 minutes)
• Approved motion to enter executive session (All in Favor, No Opposed)
• Approved motion to adjourn the meeting (All in Favor, No Opposed)

County Council

The Hampton County Council is holding its fourth budget workshop. Department heads will present budget requests for Fire, EMS, Emergency Management, VSafe, Central Dispatch, and the Detention Center. No decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion session.

• Fire department budget presentation
• EMS budget presentation
• Emergency Management budget presentation
• VSafe budget presentation
• Central Dispatch and Detention Center budget presentations

The council approved the April 7, 2025 Budget Workshop agenda with all members in favor. A motion to adjourn was also passed unanimously. No other substantive actions or budget decisions were recorded.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

County Council

The Recreation Center Selection Committee is meeting to discuss the conversion of a high school into a recreation center. The primary discussion regarding contractual arrangements and property purchase or sale will occur in executive session.

• Executive session regarding proposed contractual arrangements and property sale/purchase for high school conversion to recreation center

County Council

This is a budget workshop (Workshop #2) where the Hampton County Council hears budget presentations from several county departments, including the Clerk of Court, Animal Shelter, Fleet Maintenance, Voter Registration, Building and Planning, and Economic Development Commission. No votes or decisions are scheduled; solely discussion and information gathering.

• Budget presentation by Clerk of Court - Jvondra Brooks-Creech
• Budget presentation by Animal Shelter - Amanda Strickland
• Budget presentation by Fleet Maintenance - John Wooten
• Budget presentation by Voter Registration - Tashara Morgan
• Budget presentation by Building and Planning - Molly Crosby

The Hampton County Council met for Budget Workshop #3 on March 24, 2025. The agenda was approved unanimously. No other actions, approvals, or votes on substantive items were recorded.

• Approved agenda (All in Favor, No opposed)

Hampton County Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss a subdivision application for a 60.8 acre lot and continue work on the Comprehensive Plan. The body is also considering an amendment to the Unified Land Development Ordinance regarding recreational vehicle regulations.

• 10 lot subdivision application for TMS #164-00-00-0270 (0 Jerusalem Church Rd)
• Comprehensive Plan update
• Proposed ULDO amendment for recreational vehicle (RV) regulations
• Staff recommendation to table the subdivision application for further review by Public Safety, Public Works, Zoning, and Legal

Hampton County Economic Development Commission

The Commission will meet to conduct a strategic planning retreat and receive updates on regional activity and product development. The body will also discuss a partnership with the Airport Commission regarding an event.

• Strategic Planning Retreat
• Ag & Art Update
• Partnership with Airport Commission regarding an event
• Executive session regarding Project Solar
• Executive session regarding a Commission vacancy

County Council

The Hampton County Council is holding its second budget workshop, featuring presentations from Sheriff Anthony Russell covering the Sheriff's Department, School Resource Officer, Court Security, Codes Enforcement (Animal Control), and Victim Advocate programs. The council will also approve the minutes from the previous budget workshop.

• Budget presentation from Sheriff Anthony Russell covering Sheriff Department operations
• Budget presentation for School Resource Officer program
• Budget presentation for Court Security
• Budget presentation for Codes Enforcement: Animal Control
• Budget presentation for Victim Advocate

The Hampton County Council held Budget Workshop #3 on March 24, 2025, and approved the agenda. Presentations were given by the Animal Shelter, Building and Planning, and Economic Development Commission. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was adjourned at 5:08 PM.

• Approved agenda for Budget Workshop #3 (unanimous)
• Heard Animal Shelter presentation by Director Amanda Strickland
• Heard Building and Planning presentation by Permit Tech Molly Crosby
• Heard Economic Development Commission presentation by Deputy County Administrator Chris Inglese
• Adjourned meeting at 5:08 PM (unanimous)

County Council

The Hampton County Council will hold a public hearing and third reading of an ordinance amending the FY2025 budget with a $14,500 increase and fund reallocation. A second reading will consider issuing general obligation bonds to refinance debt and finance capital expenditures and vehicle purchases. A first reading proposes postponing the 2026 county-wide reassessment for one year. The council will also approve a tractor purchase, an audit documentation extension, and discuss a marketing and communications contract in executive session.

• Third reading of ordinance to amend FY2025 budget with $14,500 increase and fund reallocation
• Second reading of ordinance for general obligation bonds to refinance debt and fund capital/vehicle purchases
• First reading of ordinance to postpone 2026 county-wide reassessment for one year
• Approval for purchase of a tractor
• County administrator seeks approval for extension of audit documentation

The council approved the third reading of an ordinance amending the FY2025 budget by about $14,500 and authorizing fund reallocations between departments. It also approved the first reading of an ordinance to postpone the 2026 county-wide reassessment for one year. Additionally, the council approved the purchase of a John Deere tractor with a five-year extended warranty and an extension of audit documentation. No action was taken in executive session regarding contractual negotiations for a marketing and communications plan.

• Approved third reading of FY2025 budget amendment (all in favor)
• Approved first reading to postpone 2026 county-wide reassessment for one year (all in favor)
• Approved purchase of John Deere tractor with five-year extended warranty (all in favor)
• Approved extension of audit documentation (all in favor)
• Approved minutes from March 3 and March 14, 2025 meetings (all in favor, Williams abstained on some)

County Council

The Hampton County Council is conducting a county tour, visiting all municipalities in the county. The meeting consists of gathering, departing, touring, and returning. No formal decisions, public hearings, or financial items are on the agenda.

• Council will tour all municipalities in Hampton County, with some locations viewable only from vehicle

The Hampton County Council held a county tour on March 14, 2025, visiting the municipalities of Brunson, Luray, Hampton, Varnville, and Yemassee. The meeting was procedural only, with no substantive decisions made. The council departed at 9:05 AM and returned at 1:00 PM, adjourning at 1:05 PM.

Hampton County Airport Commission

The Airport Commission will meet to discuss the approval of a Capital Improvement Plan and review the Airports Manager Manual and SOPs. The body will also receive updates on USDA grants and loan funds.

• Approval of Capital Improvement Plan
• Review of Airports Manager Manual/SOPs
• USDA Grants and Loan funds update
• Hangar maintenance needs quotes
• Hangar rates study

County Council

The Hampton County Council is holding a budget workshop on March 3, 2025. Presentations will be given by County Council, Magistrate, Probate, and Coroner offices. No votes or decisions are scheduled on the agenda.

• Budget presentation from County Council (Altresia Orr)
• Budget presentation from Magistrate Judge Tonja Alexander
• Budget presentation from Probate Judge Shannon Parker
• Budget presentation from Coroner Anna Fields

The Hampton County Council held a budget workshop on March 3, 2025, where department heads presented budget requests. No formal budget decisions were made; the meeting was informational and procedural, ending with adjournment.

• Approved meeting agenda (all in favor)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:56 PM (all in favor)

County Council

The Council will hold a first reading of an ordinance to issue general obligation bonds for refinancing debt and purchasing vehicles. The meeting also includes a presentation of the FY 2023-2024 annual audit and appointments to Opioid Recovery.

• First reading of ordinance for general obligation bonds to refinance indebtedness and fund capital expenditures and vehicle purchases
• FY 2023-2024 Annual Audit presentation by Mauldin and Jenkins
• Opioid Recovery appointments for Stacy Loadholt, Zane Osborne, and Preston Altman

The Hampton County Council held a routine meeting with no public hearings or items requiring action beyond appointments and a bond ordinance. Council approved three appointments to the Opioid Recovery board and gave first reading to a general obligation bond ordinance to refinance debt and fund capital expenditures and vehicle purchases. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved agenda for March 3, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from February 18, 2025 special meeting (unanimous)
• Appointed Stacy Loadholt, Zane Osborne, and Preston Altman to Opioid Recovery (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of bond ordinance by title only (unanimous)

Hampton County Economic Development Commission

The Hampton County Economic Development Commission is meeting for a strategic planning retreat. They will recap goals and objectives, review a communication plan, and discuss funding strategy including a fundraiser and grant opportunities. The meeting is procedural and no binding decisions are expected.

• Recap of goals and objectives from prior planning
• Communication plan review
• Funding strategy discussion: fundraiser and grant

Hampton County Planning Commission

The Hampton County Planning Commission will meet to approve minutes from three prior meetings and elect officers. Old business includes an update on the comprehensive plan and consideration of a proposed amendment to the Unified Land Development Ordinance (ULDO) establishing regulations for temporary use of recreational vehicles as dwellings. No new business or public hearings are scheduled.

• Election of officers for the commission
• Discussion on comprehensive plan update and survey progress
• Consideration of ULDO amendment to regulate temporary RV use (hardship, hunting, natural disasters)
• Approval of minutes from September 23, October 28, 2024, and January 27, 2025 meetings

County Council

The Council will conduct a public hearing regarding program performance and accomplishments. Members will also consider appointments to the LCOG Workforce Board and a resolution regarding the LC Regional Water System Commission.

• Public hearing concerning program performance and accomplishments
• LCOG Workforce Board appointments for Jane G. Walsh and Kathy Road
• Resolution to replace the county's alternate commissioner on the LC Regional Water System Commission
• Black History Month Proclamation
• Executive session to discuss county vehicle procurement, personnel matters, land off Highway 321, and bank account access

The council approved providing Sheriff Russell with eight vehicles and creating a dual role for Altresia Orr as Clerk to Council and administrative assistant to the County Administrator, with a 30% pay increase. Both actions were taken in executive session and reported out. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included routine approvals of minutes, appointments, and a proclamation.

• Approved providing Sheriff Russell with eight vehicles (unanimous)
• Approved dual role for Altresia Orr as Clerk to Council and administrative assistant to County Administrator with 30% pay increase (unanimous)
• Approved appointments of Jane G. Walsh and Kathy Road to LCOG Workforce Board (unanimous)
• Approved Black History Month Proclamation (unanimous)
• Approved resolution replacing alternate commissioner on LC Regional Water System Commission (unanimous)
• Approved motion to get cost of RFQ (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from February 3, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved agenda (unanimous)

Hampton County Airport Commission

The Hampton County Airport Commission will discuss hangar maintenance, a proposed change to Runway 2.9's direction pattern including physical indicators and radio communication updates, and hear a presentation from consultants MaesAwyr, LLC on a Capital Improvement Plan covering obstruction mitigation, runway overlay, and equipment purchases. Old business includes partnership opportunities with the Economic Development Commission and a hangar rates study.

• Presentation from MaesAwyr, LLC on Capital Improvement Plan including obstruction mitigation, runway overlay, and equipment purchases (backup fuel pump, tractor)
• Discussion of hangar maintenance needs
• Proposed change of direction pattern for Runway 2.9 with segmented circle indicators and radio communication updates
• Partnership with EDC and fundraising opportunities — airport liaison to EDC
• Hangar rates study

County Council

The Council will receive presentations on the FY26 budget process and from several contribution agencies. Members are deciding on an ordinance to amend the FY2025 budget and whether to grant view-only financial account access to the County Administrator and Finance Director.

• Second reading of an ordinance to amend the FY2025 budget for first quarter changes
• Proposed view-only access to all county financial accounts for the County Administrator and Finance Director
• FY2026 budget presentations from Clemson Ext Center, Regional Library, Disabilities and Special Needs, Circuit Court, and Technical College of the LC
• Executive session to receive legal advice regarding the procurement of County vehicles

The council approved view-only access to all county financial accounts for County Administrator Lavar Youmans and Finance Director Bert O'Rear, with no opposition. They also approved the second reading of an ordinance amending the FY2025 budget for first-quarter changes. Two executive session items on vehicle procurement and school site due diligence were discussed but no action was taken.

• Approved view-only financial account access for County Administrator and Finance Director (unanimous)
• Approved second reading of FY2025 budget amendment ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved agenda amendment adding item 14.2 to executive session (unanimous)
• Accepted January 27, 2025 special meeting minutes (4-0, Williams abstained)
• No action taken on executive session items: vehicle procurement legal advice and school site due diligence negotiations

County Council

Hampton County Council's special meeting on January 27, 2025, includes a FY26 budget process presentation, first reading of budget ordinance changes (approx. $14,000 increase and reallocation), approval of Hurricane Helene debris grinding, and granting view-only financial account access to the County Administrator and Finance Director. The agenda also includes public comments and council briefings.

• First reading of ordinance to amend FY2025 budget by ~$14,000 and reallocate funds between departments
• Approval to grant view-only access to all county financial accounts for County Administrator and Finance Director
• Approval of Hurricane Helene debris grinding (Susanne Peeples)
• FY26 budget process presentation and contribution agency presentations (Public Defender, Palmetto Breeze)
• Appointment of minority representative to Lowcountry Council of Governments Board

The council approved the first reading of an ordinance amending the current fiscal year budget by approximately $14,000 and authorizing fund reallocations between departments. They also approved debris grinding, deferred a budget process presentation and a financial account access item to February 3, and appointed a minority representative to the Low Country Council of Government board.

• Approved first reading of budget ordinance changes (~$14,000 increase, fund reallocation) (all in favor)
• Approved debris grinding (all in favor)
• Deferred FY26 budget process presentation to February 3, 2025
• Deferred view-only financial account access item to February 3, 2025
• Appointed Lakeisha Allen as Low Country Council of Government minority representative (3-0, Jinks abstained)

Hampton County Planning Commission

The Hampton County Planning Commission will consider a mining permit for fill dirt and a use variance for a roofing business. The body will also discuss updates to the Comprehensive Plan and regulations for recreation vehicles.

• Mining permit request by CFH Ferguson, LLC to mine fill dirt on a 300-acre parcel at 1052 John Penn Road
• Use variance request for Tough Roofing to operate at 1030 Short Wave Lane
• Comprehensive Plan update discussion
• Proposed ULDO amendment regarding recreation vehicle regulations

County Council

Hampton County Council will hold a first reading of budget ordinance changes that increase the current fiscal year budget by $14,000 and authorize reallocation of funds between departments. The council will also hear the 2024 annual audit from Mauldin and Jenkins and FY2026 budget requests from five contribution agencies. An approval item for Hurricane Helene debris grinding services is on the agenda. The meeting includes an executive session for legal advice on county vehicle procurement.

• First reading of First Quarter Budget Ordinance Changes: $14,000 budget increase and reallocation between departments
• Presentation of 2024 annual audit by Mauldin and Jenkins
• FY2026 budget presentations from Public Defender, Clemson Extension, Palmetto Breeze, AHJ Regional Library, and Disabilities & Special Needs
• Approval request: Susanne Peeples – Hurricane Helene Debris Grinding
• Executive session for legal advice on procurement of county vehicles

Hampton County Airport Commission

The Commission will discuss hangar rental fees, maintenance needs, and a lights project. Members will also review the FY25 Airport Budget and a change to the Runway 2.9 direction pattern.

• Hangar rental fees and available units
• Hangar maintenance needs
• Lights Project
• Runway 2.9 change of direction pattern
• FY25 Airport Budget

County Council

The Hampton County Council will hold a regular meeting including the oath of office for two newly elected council members, Dr. Roy T. Hollingsworth and Marvin J. Love, and the appointment of a Clerk to Council. The administrator will present a strategic objective prioritization update, a finance update, and an operations update including an RFQ for operational assessment. Council will also enter executive session to discuss a personnel matter.

• Oath of office for County Council members Dr. Roy T. Hollingsworth and Marvin J. Love
• Appointment of the Clerk to Council
• Hampton County Strategic Objective Prioritization Input from County Administrator
• Operations Update including Operational Assessment RFQ
• Executive session for discussion of employment or appointment of a person

The Hampton County Council held its organizational meeting, swearing in members and re-electing Dr. Roy Hollingsworth as chairman and Darin Williams as vice-chair for two-year terms. The council approved the agenda and prior minutes, and appointed Altresia Orr as Clerk to Council for one year. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting included an executive session on personnel matters with no action taken.

• Re-elected Dr. Roy Hollingsworth as Chairman (unanimous)
• Re-elected Darin Williams as Vice-Chair (unanimous)
• Approved January 6, 2025 meeting agenda with additions (unanimous)
• Approved December 23, 2024 special meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Appointed Altresia Orr as Clerk to Council for one year (4-0, Love abstained)
• Entered executive session for personnel discussion; no action taken