Lancaster public meetings in 2023

City Council

The Lancaster City Council will consider purchasing a new sewer camera and tractor for $28,870.74 after the old camera was damaged, and will vote on second reading of ordinances to increase mayor and council stipends and annex a 0.779-acre parcel at 111 Brooklyn Avenue. The agenda also includes affirming the 2024 meeting schedules, closing City Hall for a Christmas luncheon, and an executive session on property purchase negotiations.

• Resolution R23-22: Purchase Rapidview IBAK USA T76 SD 76 camera tractor and CD3.25 camera for $28,870.74 from Jet-Vac Equipment Company
• Ordinance 023-28 (2nd reading): Increase annual stipend to $15,000 for mayor and $13,000 for council members, effective January 2026
• Ordinance 023-29 (2nd reading): Annex 0.779 acres at 111 Brooklyn Avenue, owned by Elsa Marina Mancia Lopez and Jesus Alberto Pineda
• Authorize closing City Hall on December 14, 2023 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. for Christmas luncheon
• Affirm 2024 City Council, Planning Commission, and Board of Zoning Appeals meeting schedules

City Council

The Lancaster City Council will consider purchasing a 2024 Xtreme Vac debris collector truck for $265,000, approve an easement to the Lancaster County Water & Sewer District, and take first readings on ordinances to increase the mayor and council stipend and annex a 0.779-acre parcel at 111 Brooklyn Avenue. The agenda also includes a housing authority board appointment and routine financial reports.

• Resolution R23-21: purchase 2024 Xtreme Vac DCL800SM debris collector truck for $265,000 from Carolina Industrial Equipment
• Ordinance 023-27 (second reading): grant easement to Lancaster County Water & Sewer District at wastewater treatment plant (Tax Map #0067-00-026.00)
• Ordinance 023-28 (first reading): increase annual stipend for mayor and council members
• Ordinance 023-29 (first reading): annex 0.779 acres at 111 Brooklyn Avenue, owned by Elsa Marina Mancia Lopez and Jesus Alberto Pineda
• Lancaster Housing Authority Board appointment to fill vacancy left by Jimmy Glass

City Council

The Lancaster City Council will discuss appointing a new member to the Housing Authority Board and consider a resolution to accept a $180,907 grant for a School Resource Officer. Additionally, the Council will review an ordinance to update business license class schedules and a resolution to sell fire trucks to Fairfield County.

• Resolution R23-19: $180,907 non-matching grant for a School Resource Officer at Barr Street Alternative School
• Resolution R23-20: Sale of one ladder truck and one fire rescue truck to Fairfield County Fire Department
• Ordinance 023-26: Second reading to update the 2022 Business License Ordinance class schedule
• Ordinance 023-27: First reading for an easement to Lancaster Water & Sewer District at the wastewater treatment plant (Tax Map #0067-00-026.00)
• Appointment of a Lancaster Housing Authority Board member to replace Jimmy Glass

City Council

This is the agenda for the November 3, 2023, Intergovernmental Luncheon, where representatives from Lancaster County, its municipalities, and the school district will discuss and take action on the Comprehensive Plan Update and a Legislative Wish List. They will also hear a legislative update from state representatives and senators, and each governing body will give a 2-minute update. The meeting is largely informational and collaborative, with no specific votes or dollar amounts listed on the agenda.

• Comprehensive Plan Update discussion led by Deputy Planning Director Ashley Davis
• Legislative Wish List discussion led by County Administrator Dennis Marstall
• Legislative Update from state representatives and senators from Districts 45, 65, 44, 53, 27, and 16
• Community Roundtable with 2-minute updates from each governing body
• Announcement of 2024 intergovernmental meeting dates: Feb 9, May 10, Aug 9, Nov 8

City Council

The Lancaster City Council is holding its regular meeting on October 24, 2023, with several action items. They will consider appointing a part-time associate municipal judge, approving a resolution to purchase a new rescue/pumper fire truck and a 107' quint fire engine at current market price, and holding the first reading of an ordinance to update the business license class schedule as required by Act 176 of 2020. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the October 10 work session and receipt of September 2023 financial reports.

• Appointment of a part-time associate municipal judge
• Resolution R23-18 to secure a new rescue/pumper fire truck and a new 107' quint fire engine at current market price, paid upon delivery
• Ordinance 023-26 (first reading) amending the 2022 Business License Ordinance to update the class schedule per Act 176 of 2020
• Approval of minutes from the October 10, 2023 work session
• Receipt of September 2023 cash management and finance report

City Council

The Lancaster City Council will hold second readings on three ordinances: annexing 1.69 acres at 415 Fairfield Street (owned by JJ Ultra Construction) and rezoning two parcels—3.00 acres near 211 Monroe Highway (for self-storage) and 1.861 acres at 1114 Lockwood Lane (for commercial use). These items were approved on first reading at the September 26 meeting.

• Annexation of 1.69 acres at 415 Fairfield Street (JJ Ultra Construction) for residential rehabilitation
• Rezone 3.00 acres near 211 Monroe Highway to B3-General Commercial for self-storage (DePaola)
• Rezone 1.861 acres at 1114 Lockwood Lane to B3-General Commercial (Pro Auto Sales)
• Approval of minutes from September 26, 2023 regular meeting

City Council

The Lancaster City Council will hold a regular meeting with several action items, including a second reading of a budget amendment for FY 2022-2023, first readings on annexation and two rezoning requests, and resolutions for a beer/wine permit at a Rotary Club event and declaring equipment surplus. The council will also discuss the city logo and receive monthly reports.

• O23-22 (Second Reading): Amends FY 2022-2023 operating budget
• O23-23 (First Reading): Annex 1.69 acres at 415 Fairfield Street (JJ Ultra Construction, LLC)
• O23-24 (First Reading): Rezone 3.00 acres near 211 Monroe Highway (DePaola)
• O23-25 (First Reading): Rezone 1.861 acres at 1114 Lockwood Lane (Pro Auto Sales, LLC)
• R23-16: Authorize beer/wine at Lancaster Rotary Club Octoberfest Block Party & Cornhole Tournament

City Council

The Lancaster City Council will hold a work session to discuss the City of Lancaster branding and vote on resolutions authorizing grant applications for the East Arch Street Sidewalk Project, Municipal Justice Park Improvement Phase I, and Bypass Pump Station replacement. They will also consider ordinances on a new city code, heliport regulations, and a budget amendment.

• Resolution R23-13: CDBG application for East Arch Street Sidewalk Project, total cost $975,839 with $225,839 city match
• Resolution R23-14: CDBG application for Municipal Justice Park Improvement Phase I
• Resolution R23-15: RIA grant application for Bypass Pump Station replacement
• Ordinance 023-20 (2nd reading): Adopting new city code, first recodification since 1991
• Ordinance 023-21 (2nd reading): Amending code to allow heliports as special exception

City Council approved three resolutions to apply for grants for infrastructure projects, including a $3.03M pump station replacement. Council also passed a new city code and ordinances regarding heliports and the FY 2022-2023 budget.

• Approved R23-13 for East Arch Street Sidewalk Project grant application (Unanimous)
• Approved R23-14 for Municipal Justice Park Improvement Phase I grant application (Unanimous)
• Approved R23-15 for Bypass Pump Station replacement grant application (Unanimous)
• Approved second reading of O23-20 adopting a new City Code (Unanimous)
• Approved second reading of O23-21 adding heliport regulations to city code (Unanimous)
• Approved first reading of O23-22 amending FY 2022-2023 Operating Budget (Unanimous)
• Approved August 22, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Consensus to post logo variations 1.A and 4.A on social media for citizen feedback

City Council

The Lancaster City Council will hold a regular meeting with a financial audit presentation, a police commendation, and a greenway update. Action items include first readings of ordinances to adopt a new city code and to amend sections pertaining to heliports, plus a discussion on city branding. The agenda also includes approval of minutes, monthly reports, and a July cash management report.

• First reading of Ordinance 023-20 to adopt a new city code for Lancaster
• First reading of Ordinance 023-21 to amend code sections 44-162, 44-452, 44-617 regarding heliports
• Presentation of June 30, 2022 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report
• Police Officer Justin Tucker commendation for outstanding actions
• Lindsay Pettus Greenway update

Council approved the first reading of an ordinance to recodify the City Code and another to allow heliports as a Special Exception in specific districts. The body also reviewed a proposed city rebranding and received a financial report for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2022.

• Approved first reading of O23-20 to adopt and enact a new City Code (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of O23-21 to allow heliports as a Special Exception in Professional Office, Industrial, and Planned Development Districts (unanimous)
• Approved minutes for the August 8, 2023 Work Session (unanimous)
• Tabled decision on city logo colors until September 12, 2023 meeting

City Council

The Lancaster County Intergovernmental Luncheon will discuss the draft Lancaster County Strategic Plan, receive a legislative preview and updates from state representatives, and hear jurisdictional updates from local governing bodies. The meeting is largely informational, with no major votes or decisions scheduled.

• Discussion of draft Lancaster County Strategic Plan
• Legislative preview and updates from SC House and Senate members
• Community roundtable with 2-minute updates from each governing body
• Approval of minutes from May 5, 2023 meeting
• Next meeting scheduled for November 3, 2023

City Council

The Lancaster City Council will hold a work session and regular meeting on August 8, 2023. They will vote on second readings of two ordinances: annexing a 0.418-acre parcel at 1337 Kent Drive and granting an easement to Lancaster County Natural Gas Authority. The council will also enter executive session to discuss Finance Director applicants.

• Second reading of Ordinance 023-18 to annex 0.418 acres at 1337 Kent Drive, owned by Thomas and Deverne Jackson
• Second reading of Ordinance 023-19 to grant an easement to Lancaster County Natural Gas Authority on city land near Plantation Road and Springdale Road
• Executive session for contractual negotiations regarding Finance Director applicants
• Approval of minutes from July 25, 2023 regular meeting

City Council made a conditional offer of employment to James Absher for the Finance Director position. The council also approved two ordinances regarding land annexation and a utility easement.

• Approved conditional offer of employment to James Absher for Finance Director (unanimous)
• Approved O23-18 to annex 0.418 acres at 1337 Kent Drive (unanimous)
• Approved O23-19 to grant an easement to Lancaster County Natural Gas Authority (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from July 25, 2023 Regular Meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The Lancaster City Council is holding its regular meeting with a presentation on the comprehensive plan update, discussion items on downtown Christmas decorations and a rehabilitation grant program, and first readings of two ordinances: one annexing a parcel at 1337 Kent Drive and one granting an easement to Lancaster County Natural Gas Authority. The council will also enter executive session to discuss a proposed real property purchase.

• Comprehensive plan update presentation by Benchmark Planning (Jason Epley)
• Discussion on purchasing downtown Christmas decorations
• Discussion on the Downtown Rehabilitation Grant Program
• Ordinance 023-18 (first reading): annex 0.418 acres at 1337 Kent Drive
• Ordinance 023-19 (first reading): grant easement to Lancaster County Natural Gas Authority

Council approved the first reading of two ordinances regarding land use and annexation. The body also discussed proposals for downtown Christmas decorations and a rehabilitation grant program, though no final action was taken on those items.

• Approved first reading of O23-18 to annex 0.418 acres at 1337 Kent Drive (Unanimous)
• Approved first reading of O23-19 to grant an easement to Lancaster County Natural Gas Authority (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes for the July 11, 2023 Work Session (Unanimous)
• Approved motion to enter Executive Session for real property purchase negotiations (Unanimous)

City Council

The Lancaster City Council held a work session to approve Resolution R23-12, authorizing the City Administrator to execute a turn lane agreement with Basildon at Lancaster, LLC. This agreement requires the developer to construct new left-turn lanes on Hubbard Drive and University Drive as a condition for receiving a state encroachment permit. The document also includes minutes from the previous regular meeting, which covered the adoption of the FY 2023-2024 operating budget and a 0.17-acre annexation.

• Resolution R23-12 authorizes a turn lane agreement with Basildon at Lancaster, LLC
• Agreement limits the City to issuing no more than 250 building permits until turn lanes are constructed
• Basildon at Lancaster is a 357-unit single-family cluster development off University Drive
• FY 2023-2024 Operating Budget adopted with $390,000 added for Fire Station Three land
• Ordinance 023-16 annexes 0.17 acres at 1135 1st Street owned by Andres Astudillo

Council authorized the City Administrator to execute a turn lane agreement with Basildon of Lancaster, LLC. The agreement relates to a 357-home cluster development on University Drive and includes a limit of 250 building permits until specific turn lanes are constructed and approved by SCDOT.

• Approved minutes from the June 27, 2023 Regular Meeting (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution R23-12 authorizing a turn lane agreement with Basildon at Lancaster Subdivision (unanimous)

City Council

The Lancaster City Council will hold its regular meeting on June 27, 2023, with second readings of ordinances to adopt the FY 2023-2024 operating budget and to annex a 0.17-acre parcel at 1135 1st Street. The council will also consider a resolution to allow beer and wine at the 2023 Finally Friday Summer Concert series, and receive a presentation on downtown traffic control box wrap designs.

• Second reading of ordinance 023-17 adopting FY 2023-2024 operating budget and fees
• Second reading of ordinance 023-16 annexing 0.17 acres at 1135 1st Street (Andres Astudillo)
• Resolution R23-11 authorizing beer and wine at 2023 Finally Friday Summer Concert series
• Presentation of downtown traffic control box wrap designs (estimated project cost $8,200)
• Approval of minutes from June 13 work session and June 20 special meeting

Council approved the 2023-2024 Operating Budget with several amendments, including funding for fire station land and patrol vehicles. The council also approved the annexation of a 0.17-acre parcel on 1st Street and authorized alcohol consumption for a summer concert series.

• Approved FY 2023-2024 Operating Budget amendments including $390,000 for Fire Station Three land (Unanimous)
• Approved $150,000 budget amendment for refurbishment of Barr Street ball fields (Unanimous)
• Approved annexation of 0.17 acres at 1135 1st Street (Unanimous)
• Approved R23-11 authorizing beer and wine consumption at 2023 Finally Friday Summer Concert Crusin’ Series (5-1)
• Approved Work Session minutes from June 13, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved Special Meeting minutes from June 20, 2023 (Unanimous)

City Council

The Lancaster City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct a public hearing on the recommended budget for fiscal year 2023-2024, followed by a discussion of the budget. No final vote is scheduled on the agenda.

• Public hearing on FY 2023-2024 recommended budget
• Discussion of FY 2023-2024 recommended budget

City Council opened and closed a public hearing regarding the recommended budget for Fiscal Year 2023-2024. No public comments were made, and Council members expressed no questions or concerns regarding the budget.

• Opened public hearing for FY 2023-2024 recommended budget (unanimous)
• Closed public hearing for FY 2023-2024 recommended budget (unanimous)

City Council

The Lancaster City Council work session includes second readings of ordinances to grant a Duke Energy easement, rezone 16.15 acres near 953 Anderson Drive, annex two parcels, and adopt the FY2023-2024 operating budget with fees. The council will also hear a Duke Energy emergency preparedness grant presentation and the Housing Authority of Lancaster annual report.

• Ordinance 023-13 (2nd reading): Grant easement to Duke Energy Carolinas on city-owned land, Tax Map #0082D-OK-004.02
• Ordinance 023-14 (2nd reading): Rezone 16.15 acres near 953 Anderson Drive, owned by Homes Lancaster, LLC
• Ordinance 023-15 (2nd reading): Annex 3.0 acres near 221 Monroe Highway, owned by Cindy DePaola
• Ordinance 023-16 (1st reading): Annex 0.17 acres at 1135 18th Street, owned by Andres Astudillo
• Ordinance 023-17 (1st reading): Adopt FY2023-2024 operating budget and set fees

City Council approved the first reading of the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 operating budget, which includes a new pay scale for the Police Department. The Council also approved several land-use ordinances including an easement, a rezoning, and two annexations.

• Approved first reading of FY 2023-2024 Operating Budget (unanimous)
• Approved second reading of O23-13 to grant easement to Duke Energy Carolinas, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved second reading of O23-14 to rezone 16.15 acres at 953 Anderson Drive (unanimous)
• Approved second reading of O23-15 to annex 3.0 acres at 221 Monroe Highway (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of O23-16 to annex 0.17 acres at 1135 1st Street (unanimous)
• Approved May 23, 2023 regular meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved May 30, 2023 special meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The Lancaster City Council is holding a special meeting to present and discuss the proposed Fiscal Year 2023-2024 budget. The total all-funds budget is $38,599,775, a 6.44% increase over the current year, with the General Fund rising 22.11% to $18,859,916. The millage rate is proposed to increase from 178.8 to 204.0, but the city says a sales tax credit will keep costs flat for many property owners. The meeting is for discussion only; no formal vote is listed on the agenda.

• General Fund budget increases 22.11% to $18,859,916
• Proposed millage rate increase from 178.8 to 204.0 mills
• Police starting officer salary set at $50,000 (avg. 23.5% increase)
• No rate increases for water/sewer or solid waste funds
• $2.56 million in General Fund capital purchases projected

Council reviewed the recommended budget for Fiscal Year 2023-2024, including police salary increases and a $3 million allocation for sewer and wastewater systems. No formal votes were taken on the budget proposal during this meeting.

• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The Lancaster City Council is holding its regular meeting on May 23, 2023, with several action items. They will vote on resolutions to accept a state grant for wastewater treatment plant improvements, apply for a federal disaster grant for a waterline replacement, and authorize a contract for delinquent business license fee recovery. The council will also hold first readings on an easement for Duke Energy, a zoning change for 16.15 acres near 953 Anderson Drive, and annexation of 3.0 acres near 221 Monroe Highway. The agenda includes approval of April minutes and monthly financial reports.

• Resolution R23-08: Accept SC Rural Infrastructure Authority grant for Wastewater Treatment Plant Optimization and Flood Proofing
• Resolution R23-09: Apply for EDA Disaster Supplemental Assistance Grant for West Meeting Street Waterline Replacement
• Resolution R23-10: Authorize contract with HdL Companies for delinquent business license fee recovery
• Ordinance 023-13 (First Reading): Grant easement to Duke Energy on tax map #0082D-0K-004.02
• Ordinance 023-14 (First Reading): Rezone 16.15 acres near 953 Anderson Drive; Ordinance 023-15 (First Reading): Annex 3.0 acres near 221 Monroe Highway

Council approved several resolutions for infrastructure grants and a contract for delinquent business license recovery. First readings were approved for a Duke Energy easement, a 16.15-acre rezoning for townhomes, and a 3-acre annexation for self-storage units.

• Approved R23-08 to accept SCIIP Grant for Wastewater Treatment Plant Optimization and Flood Proofing (Unanimous)
• Approved R23-09 to apply for EDA Disaster Supplemental Assistance Grant and commit $768,600 match for West Meeting Street Waterline Replacement (Unanimous)
• Approved R23-10 to contract HdL Companies for third-party recovery of delinquent business license fees (Unanimous)
• Approved first reading of O23-13 to grant Duke Energy Carolinas, LLC an easement at Old Landsford Road and South Jackson Road (Unanimous)
• Approved first reading of O23-14 to rezone 16.15 acres near 953 Anderson Drive from R-15 Residential to MF Multi-Family (Unanimous)
• Approved first reading of O23-15 to annex 3.0 acres near 221 Monroe Highway (Unanimous)
• Approved May 9, 2023 Work Session minutes (Unanimous)

City Council

The Lancaster City Council will hold a work session on May 9, 2023, to consider a second reading of Ordinance 023-12, which authorizes the city to enter into an intergovernmental agreement with the Municipal Association for local revenue service programs (insurance, brokers, and telecommunications tax collection). The council will also discuss hospitality tax grant recipients' contracts in executive session and may take action afterward. A proclamation for Mental Health Awareness Month is scheduled.

• Second reading of Ordinance 023-12 to enter intergovernmental agreement for Local Revenue Services (ITP, BTP, TTP)
• Executive session to discuss Hospitality Tax Grant recipients' contracts
• Proclamation of May as Mental Health Awareness Month
• Approval of minutes from April 25, 2023 regular meeting

Council approved the second reading of Ordinance O23-12 to enter into an intergovernmental agreement regarding local revenue services. The council also approved the minutes from the April 25, 2023, regular meeting.

• Approved minutes for the April 25, 2023 Regular Meeting (Unanimous)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance O23-12 regarding South Carolina local revenue services (Unanimous)

City Council

The Lancaster City Council will hold a regular meeting on April 25, 2023, with a first reading of Ordinance 023-12 to authorize entering into an intergovernmental agreement for South Carolina Local Revenue Services. The council will also consider a Housing Authority Board appointment, approve minutes from the April 11 work session, and receive monthly financial reports for March 2023.

• First reading of Ordinance 023-12: intergovernmental agreement for South Carolina Local Revenue Services
• Lancaster Housing Authority Board appointment
• Approval of minutes from April 11 work session
• March 2023 cash management and finance report
• Monthly reports for March 2023

Council approved the first reading of an ordinance to enter into an intergovernmental agreement for local revenue services. The board also re-appointed Sabrina Stewart Hammond to the Lancaster Housing Authority. Additionally, the City reported receiving a $10 million grant for wastewater treatment plant optimization.

• Approved first reading of Ordinance O23-12 regarding South Carolina local revenue services (unanimous)
• Approved re-appointment of Sabrina Stewart Hammond to the Lancaster Housing Authority Board for a five-year term (unanimous)
• Approved minutes for the April 11, 2023, Regular Meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The Lancaster City Council work session will consider second readings of two ordinances: annexing 7.7 acres at 591 Highway 9 Bypass East and rezoning 21.8 acres near 1926 University Drive for multi-family housing. The council will also proclaim April as Fair Housing Month and hold an executive session on legal advice regarding the Lancaster County Water & Sewer District contract.

• Second reading: annex 7.7 acres at 591 Highway 9 Bypass East (Insite Lancaster, LLC)
• Second reading: rezone 21.8 acres near 1926 University Drive to MF-Multi-Family (Hazel R. Cauthen Jr.)
• Proclamation declaring April as Fair Housing Month
• Executive session for legal advice on Lancaster County Water & Sewer District contract

City Council approved the annexation of 7.7 acres and the rezoning of 21.8 acres. The council also officially proclaimed April 2023 as Fair Housing Month.

• Approved annexation of 7.7 acres at 591 Highway 9 Bypass East (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 21.8 acres near 1926 University Drive (unanimous)
• Proclaimed April 2023 as Fair Housing Month (unanimous)
• Approved March 28, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Entered executive session for legal advice on Lancaster County Water & Sewer District contracts (unanimous)

City Council

The Lancaster City Council is holding its regular meeting on March 28, 2023, with several key items on the agenda. They will consider resolutions to adopt budget goals for FY 2023-2024, award hospitality tax grants, and purchase a 6.28-acre parcel near West Meeting Street. The council will also hold first readings on ordinances to annex a 7.7-acre property at 591 Highway 9 Bypass East and rezone a 21.8-acre parcel near 1926 University Drive. The meeting includes a police promotion ceremony and approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Resolution R23-05: Adopt City of Lancaster Budget Goals for FY 2023-2024
• Resolution R23-06: Award Hospitality Tax Grants
• Resolution R23-07: Purchase 6.28-acre parcel along West Meeting Street near Memorial Park Road
• Ordinance 023-10 (First Reading): Annex 7.7 acres at 591 Highway 9 Bypass East, owned by Insite Lancaster, LLC
• Ordinance 023-11 (First Reading): Rezone 21.8 acres (Tax Map #0062-00-084.00) near 1926 University Drive

Council authorized the purchase of 6.28 acres on West Meeting Street for a future fire station. The board also approved the FY 2023-2024 budget goals and awarded four hospitality tax grants totaling $50,000.

• Approved purchase of 6.28 acre parcel on West Meeting Street for a fire station (Unanimous)
• Approved R23-06 awarding Hospitality Tax Grants: Carolina Elite Panthers ($12,800), iAM Dance Center of the Arts ($14,720), Ja’Von Crockett Foundation ($12,000), and James R. Clark Memorial Sickle Cell Foundation ($10,480) (Unanimous)
• Approved R23-05 adopting City of Lancaster Budget Goals for Fiscal Year 2023-2024 (Unanimous)
• Approved first reading of O23-10 to annex 7.7 acres at 591 Highway 9 Bypass East (Unanimous)
• Approved first reading of O23-11 to rezone 21.8 acres near 1926 University Drive to Multi-Family (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes for February 28, March 8, and March 14 meetings (Unanimous)

City Council

The Lancaster City Council work session includes a presentation on the MJC Park Rehabilitation Plan and discussion/action on adopting the 2023 Needs Assessment List. The agenda also includes citizen comments, approval of minutes from the February 21 goal session, and other routine items.

• MJC Park Rehabilitation Plan presentation by Tripp Barrineau of Keck & Wood
• Adopting the 2023 Needs Assessment List
• Approval of minutes from February 21, 2023 goal session
• Citizen comments (3-minute limit per speaker, 30-minute total)

City Council approved the 2023 Needs Assessment List and subsequently amended it to prioritize city park upgrades. The council also reviewed a $1.5 million rehabilitation plan for Municipal Justice Park.

• Approved minutes for the February 21, 2023 Goal Session (unanimous)
• Adopted the 2023 Needs Assessment List (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to 2023 Needs Assessment List to include upgrading city parks, specifically Municipal Justice Center Park, as the #3 need (unanimous)

City Council

The Lancaster City Council is holding a goals session to review the status of the FY 2022-2023 goals and to set and prioritize goals for FY 2023-2024. The agenda includes a public comment period on the upcoming budget and a facilitated discussion with the Municipal Association of South Carolina. The attached third-quarter report shows progress on various goals, including completed items like hiring a marketing manager and implementing pay raises.

• Public comment on FY 2023-2024 budget
• Review of FY 2022-2023 goal status, including $10 million RIA SCIIP grant application for wastewater treatment plant optimization
• Discussion and prioritization of FY 2023-2024 goals with MASC facilitator
• Completed: 6% COLA raise and 5% paygrade increase for all employees
• Completed: Juneteenth Celebration budget increased from $5,300 to $16,000

Council held a goal-setting session to prioritize city initiatives for the upcoming budget year. The body identified three 'Must Do' priorities, including website upgrades and sewer system expansion. No formal votes were taken on funding requests during the session.

• Prioritized 'Must Do' goals: redesign/upgrade City website, expand sewer collection and wastewater treatment, and assist in funding USCL Pickleball Court
• Prioritized 'Should Do' goals: law enforcement recruitment/compensation, annexation of property, diversity training for employees, splash pad development, historic downtown appearance, parks/greenway expansion, and Council Chambers technology upgrades
• Prioritized 'Could Do' goals: update City Mission Statement, develop a Business Incubator, enhance Red Rose City Development Corporation, and investigate an Indoor Sports Complex

City Council

The Lancaster City Council will hold two public hearings: one to gather input on community needs for the 2023 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) application, and another to close out the Williams Estate/Basin 19 Sewer Upgrade Project funded by CDBG. The council will also consider a resolution to allow beer and wine at a St. Patrick's block party and a second reading of a budget amendment ordinance.

• Public hearing on 2023 Needs Assessment for CDBG funding
• Public hearing to close out Williams Estate/Basin 19 Sewer Upgrade Project (CDBG #4-Cl-20-011)
• Resolution R23-04 authorizing beer and wine at LA Tap Room St. Patrick's Shamrock Block Party
• Ordinance 023-09 (Second Reading) amending FY 2022-2023 operating budget
• Presentation on third-party recovery of business license accounts receivable

City Council approved a second reading of an ordinance to amend the operating budget for fiscal year 2022-2023. The council also authorized the sale of alcohol for a specific block party and held public hearings regarding city needs and a sewer project closeout.

• Approved O23-09 amending the FY 2022-2023 Operating Budget (unanimous)
• Approved R23-04 authorizing beer and wine consumption at LA Tap Room St. Patrick’s Shamrock Block Party (unanimous)
• Approved minutes for February 14, 2023 Work Session (unanimous)
• Concluded public hearing for 2023 Needs Assessment (unanimous)
• Concluded public hearing for Williams Estate/Basin 19 Sewer Upgrade Project closeout (unanimous)

City Council

The Lancaster City Council is holding a goals session to review each city department's proposed goals, projects, and programs for the 2023-2024 fiscal year. Department heads have submitted budget requests covering public safety, public works, solid waste, utilities, and other areas. The council will discuss these proposals but no final decisions are being made at this session.

• Police request $293,315 increase for equipment, training, vehicles, and Flock Safety cameras
• Fire department requests $75,000 for an administration vehicle and hiring an architect for Station 3
• Public Works proposes $253,500 to replace 750 aging water meters
• Wastewater Treatment Plant seeks $10-12 million for optimization project
• Court administrator requests expanded fence at police department for security

The City Council held a goals session to review proposed projects, staffing needs, and departmental objectives for the 2023-2024 fiscal year. No formal votes were taken on the proposed goals; the session focused on discussion regarding public safety, infrastructure, and administrative improvements.

• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The Lancaster City Council will hold a work session and regular meeting on February 14, 2023. They will discuss adopting the FY 2023-2024 budget calendar, a commercial roofing improvement grant program, and hear presentations on smokefree certification and a sidewalk masterplan. The main action items are second readings of four ordinances to rezone parcels along Charlotte Highway, totaling 126.67 acres, and a first reading to amend the current fiscal year budget.

• Second reading of O23-05: Rezone 71.59 acres at 2080 Charlotte Highway (Central Monroe, LLC)
• Second reading of O23-06: Rezone 12.58 acres at 2120 Charlotte Highway (Charles M & Peggy J Thompson)
• Second reading of O23-07: Rezone 29.0 acres near 2250 Charlotte Highway (521 Property, LLC)
• Second reading of O23-08: Rezone 13.5 acres at 2081 Charlotte Highway (Raymon E & Kathi W Chisom)
• First reading of O23-09: Amend FY 2022-2023 operating budget

Council approved second readings for four separate rezoning ordinances on Charlotte Highway. The body also adopted the FY 2023-2024 budget calendar and approved a first reading to amend the FY 2022-2023 operating budget.

• Approved FY 2023-2024 Budget Calendar (Unanimous)
• Tabled R23-03 Commercial Roofing Improvement Grant Program (Unanimous)
• Approved second reading of O23-05 rezoning 71.59 acres at 2080 Charlotte Highway (Unanimous)
• Approved second reading of O23-06 rezoning 12.58 acres at 2120 Charlotte Highway (Unanimous)
• Approved second reading of O23-07 rezoning 29.0 acres at 2250 Charlotte Highway (Unanimous)
• Approved second reading of O23-08 rezoning 13.5 acres at 2081 Charlotte Highway (Unanimous)
• Approved first reading of O23-09 to amend FY 2022-2023 Operating Budget (Unanimous)
• Approved January 24, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

City Council

The Lancaster County Intergovernmental Luncheon brings together county, city, and town officials to discuss and take action on shared community needs for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding, as well as updates on growth, infrastructure, schools, and legislation. The agenda includes approval of prior minutes and a discussion of commonalities in needs assessments for CDBG applications.

• Discussion of commonalities for CDBG needs assessments across Lancaster County, Heath Springs, Kershaw, and Lancaster City
• Growth and infrastructure update by Lancaster County Administrator Dennis Marstall
• School District retreat update by Superintendent Dr. Jonathan Phipps
• Legislative update from state representatives and senators
• Community roundtable with 2-minute updates from each agency

City Council

The Lancaster City Council will hold second readings on ordinances to change municipal election dates and annex a 21.8-acre parcel near 1926 University Drive for a 192-unit apartment development. It will also hold first readings on five rezoning requests along Charlotte Highway, plus a resolution to declare equipment surplus and adopt the county hazard mitigation plan. Board appointments are also on the agenda.

• Second reading: annex 21.8 acres near 1926 University Drive (owned by Hazel R. Cauthen Jr.) for 192-unit apartment complex
• First reading: rezone 71.59 acres at 2080 Charlotte Highway (Central Monroe, LLC)
• First reading: rezone 12.58 acres at 2120 Charlotte Highway (Charles M & Peggy J Thompson)
• First reading: rezone 29.0 acres near 2250 Charlotte Highway (521 Property, LLC)
• First reading: rezone 13.5 acres at 2081 Charlotte Highway (Raymon E & Kathi W Chisom)

City Council approved ordinances to reset municipal general election dates for the Mayor and various districts. The council also approved the first reading of four rezoning ordinances for parcels along Charlotte Highway and annexed 21.8 acres near University Drive.

• Approved second reading of O23-01 to reset Mayor's election date
• Approved second reading of O23-02 to reset election dates for Districts 1, 2, and 5
• Approved second reading of O23-03 to reset election dates for Districts 3, 4, and 6
• Approved second reading of O23-04 to annex 21.8 acres near 1926 University Drive
• Approved first reading of O23-05, O23-06, O23-07, and O23-08 for rezoning parcels on Charlotte Highway
• Approved reappointment of 12 members to various City Boards and Commissions
• Approved R23-01 to dispose of surplus equipment including tractors and trucks via GovDeals
• Approved R23-02 adopting the Lancaster County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan

City Council

The Lancaster City Council will hold a work session to make appointments for mayor pro tempore, committees, city officers, judges, and boards, and to consider several ordinances. Key items include second reading of the 71.956-acre Red Rose Village annexation near 2100 Charlotte Highway, first readings of ordinances changing municipal election dates for mayor and council districts, and a first reading to annex 21.8 acres near 1926 University Drive. The council will also enter executive session for legal advice on a contract with Lancaster County Water & Sewer District.

• Second reading of Ordinance 022-24: annex 71.956 acres at 2100 Charlotte Highway for Red Rose Village mixed-use development
• First reading of Ordinance 023-01: change municipal general election date and reset mayor's election date
• First reading of Ordinance 023-02: change election dates for Districts 1, 2, and 5
• First reading of Ordinance 023-03: change election dates for Districts 3, 5, and 6
• First reading of Ordinance 023-04: annex 21.8 acres at 1926 University Drive

City Council appointed Council Member Harris as Mayor Pro Tempore and filled several city officer and judicial positions. The council approved the second reading of a 71.956-acre annexation and the first reading of a 21.8-acre annexation for a proposed apartment complex. Additionally, council approved first readings for ordinances to move municipal elections to odd-numbered years.

• Appointed Council Member Harris as Mayor Pro Tempore (unanimous)
• Affirmed Standing Committee appointments (unanimous)
• Re-appointed Mitch Norrell as City Attorney (unanimous)
• Re-appointed Mike Burch as City Solicitor (unanimous)
• Re-appointed Elizabeth Hyatt as Municipal Judge (unanimous)
• Approved second reading of O22-24 annexing 71.956 acres at 2100 Charlotte Highway (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of O23-04 annexing 21.8 acres at 1926 University Drive (unanimous)
• Approved first readings of O23-01, O23-02, and O23-03 to change municipal election dates