Lancaster public meetings in 2024
46 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The City Council will hold second readings on several ordinances, including rezoning 7.671 acres for a 66-unit townhome subdivision, annexing two parcels, and rescinding the Springdale Park property transfer. Resolutions include purchasing a police patrol vehicle for $45,000, a wastewater treatment bar screen for $152,100, and cloud storage for police video data for $78,000. The council will also adopt the 2025 meeting schedule and approve a personnel policy amendment.
- Second reading of rezoning 7.671 acres near Lynwood Drive for a 66-unit townhome subdivision (Coulston Enterprises)
- Resolution to purchase a Dodge Charger patrol vehicle for $45,000
- Resolution to purchase a Protechtor mechanical bar screen for the wastewater treatment plant for $152,100
- Resolution to purchase Motorola Solutions cloud storage services for police video data for $78,000
- Second reading of annexation of 1.03 acres at 273 Dixon Road (Mace Green Trust)
The Lancaster City Council approved all agenda items, including a personnel policy amendment, purchases of a patrol vehicle, a wastewater treatment bar screen, and cloud storage services, plus several annexations and rezoning ordinances. The only dissenting vote was on the personnel policy amendment, which passed 3-1.
- Approved 2025 City Council meeting schedule (unanimous)
- Approved 2025 Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Appeals meeting schedule (unanimous)
- Authorized City Hall closing Dec. 18, 2024, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. for Christmas luncheon (unanimous)
- Approved R24-44 amending Personnel Policy Manual sections 2.02.A and 2.02.D (3-1, Harris no)
- Approved R24-45 purchase of Dodge Charger patrol vehicle and equipment for $45,000 (unanimous)
- Approved R24-46 purchase of Protector Mechanical Bar Screen for $152,100 from Clearwater Sales (unanimous)
- Approved R24-47 purchase of Motorola Solutions cloud storage for police video data for $78,000 (unanimous)
- Approved second readings of ordinances O24-27 through O24-32, including rescinding Springdale Park transfer, annexations, rezoning, and easement (all unanimous)
City Council
The Lancaster City Council will hold a regular meeting on November 26, 2024, to consider awarding an $11,049,033 contract for wastewater treatment plant optimization and floodproofing. Council will also hold first readings on several ordinances, including rescinding the transfer of Springdale Park, annexing two parcels (799 Brooklyn Ave and 273 Dixon Road), and rezoning two properties (7.67 acres near Lynwood Drive and 0.17 acres at 450 Elm Street). Monthly financial reports for October 2024 will be presented.
- Award of $11,049,033 contract to State Utility Contractors, Inc. for wastewater treatment plant optimization and floodproofing
- First reading of Ordinance 024-27 to rescind the transfer of Springdale Park property to Lancaster County
- First reading of Ordinance 024-28 to annex 0.29 acres at 799 Brooklyn Avenue
- First reading of Ordinance 024-29 to annex 1.03 acres at 273 Dixon Road
- First reading of Ordinance 024-30 to rezone 7.671 acres bounded by Lynwood Drive, Lymon Reece Road, and Reece Road
Red Rose City Development Corporation
The Board of Directors will meet to discuss city development updates and the creation of a mission and vision statement. The board is also scheduled to vote on changes and additions to current bylaws.
- Approval of September 16, 2024 meeting minutes
- Creation of a Mission and Vision Statement
- Approval of changes and additions to current Bylaws
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee will review the October 2024 monthly finance report and discuss the long-term investment of the fund balance. The body will consider the acceptance of a bid for Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) optimization and several emergency capital purchases.
- Acceptance of WWTP Optimization Bid
- Emergency purchase of WWTP Bar Screen
- Replacement of totaled police cruiser using insurance proceeds and reserves
- Emergency purchase of cloud storage for Police Department cameras
- Discussion on retirement contributions for longevity checks
Finance Committee
The Joint Administrative Services & Finance Standing Committee will discuss Sections 2.02.A and 2.02.D of the City Personnel Policy Manual. No other substantive items are on the agenda.
- Discussion of City Personnel Policy Manual Sections 2.02.A and 2.02.D
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee will review the October 2024 monthly finance report, consider acceptance of a bid for WWTP optimization, and discuss several emergency capital purchases including a WWTP bar screen, a replacement police cruiser funded by insurance and reserves, and cloud storage for police cameras. They will also consider retirement contributions on longevity checks and long-term investment of fund balance.
- Review of October 2024 Monthly Finance Report
- Acceptance of WWTP Optimization Bid
- Emergency purchase of WWTP Bar Screen
- Replacement of totaled police cruiser with insurance proceeds and additional funds from reserves
- Cloud storage for police department cameras
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on a special exception request by Springland, Inc. to allow a cluster development of approximately 319 single-family dwellings on a 117-acre property currently zoned R-10 Residential, located east of Hwy 521 Bypass South. No other substantive actions are scheduled; the remainder of the agenda consists of opening, roll call, citizens comments, approval of minutes, secretary's report, other business, and adjournment.
- Special exception request by Springland, Inc. for a cluster development of ~319 single-family homes on +/- 117 acres (tax map #0068-00-049.00, 0068-00-049.03) east of Hwy 521 Bypass South, currently zoned R-10 Residential.
City Council
The Lancaster City Council will appoint Sara Parker Morris as the new city solicitor to replace Mike Burch, who resigned after being elected as Fourth Judicial Circuit Solicitor. The council will also consider three resolutions accepting gifts, including $29,500 from Nutramax Laboratories for police department employee bonuses, two Carolina Panthers tickets for See Lancaster employees, and SEC Championship game tickets, lodging, and meals for the Public Works Director and a Utility Worker II. Approval of minutes from the October 22 regular meeting is also on the agenda.
- Appoint Sara Parker Morris as city solicitor with term ending January 13, 2026
- R24-43: Accept $29,500 gift from Nutramax Laboratories for $464.48 gross bonus to all police department employees
- R24-41: Accept gift of two Carolina Panthers tickets for See Lancaster employees from Professional Sports Publications
- R24-42: Accept gift of SEC Championship game tickets, lodging, and meals for Public Works Director and Utility Worker II
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on two zoning map amendments: one to rezone land at Lymon Reece Road, Reece Road, and Lynwood Drive to MF Multi-Family, and another to rezone 450 Elm Street to R6 Residential. The commission also will discuss a preliminary plat for the Scarlet Grove Subdivision, a cluster development near Hwy 521, Flat Creek Road, Old Dixie Road, and Camp Drive.
- Public hearing on rezoning to MF Multi-Family for tax map 0081J-0A-002.00 (Coulston Enterprise Inc.)
- Public hearing on rezoning to R6 Residential for tax map 0081A-0L-006.00, 450 Elm Street (Thoma Ganhix)
- Discussion and action on preliminary plat for Scarlet Grove Subdivision (cluster) by Forestar Group
- Approval of minutes from August 6, 2024 public hearing and regular meeting
- Citizens comments period (3 minutes per speaker, 30-minute limit)
City Council
The Lancaster County Council hosts an intergovernmental luncheon with representatives from local governments, school board, and state legislators. They will discuss amendment audits, communications collaboration, receive a legislative update, and hear jurisdictional updates. The group will also consider proposed meeting dates for 2025.
- Discussion of amendment audits by Edgefield County Clerk of Court Charles L. Reel
- Collaboration possibilities for communications and marketing presented by Brenda Thompson
- Legislative update from multiple state House representatives and senators
- Community roundtable with 2-minute updates from each governing body
- Proposed 2025 intergovernmental meeting dates: Feb 7, May 2, Aug 15, Nov 7
Police Department Standing Committee
The Lancaster Police Department and Court Administration Standing Committee will receive patrol updates and other general updates, then hold an executive session to discuss a personnel disciplinary matter. No votes on ordinances or contracts are scheduled.
- Executive session for discussion of personnel disciplinary issue under state statute
Public Works/Wastewater Treatment Plant/Sanitation & Maintenance Operations Standing Committee
The Public Works/Wastewater/Sanitation Standing Committee will discuss two items: a proposed amendment to City Code §30-50 regarding residential pickup procedures, and the Hardin Street ditch. No votes are scheduled; these are discussion-only items.
- Discussing amending §30-50 of the City Code (Residential Pickup Procedures)
- Discussing the Hardin Street Ditch
City Council
The Lancaster City Council will consider several resolutions at its regular meeting, including authorizing the purchase of two parcels on South Main Street, accepting conveyance of the Lancaster Reservoir for a future recreational area, and approving economic development incentives for a four-story, 82-room hotel. The council will also declare surplus equipment and donate fire department materials to Western North Carolina municipalities, then hold an executive session to discuss the City Solicitor appointment.
- R24-36: Resolution authorizing purchase of 1.423 acres at 301 and 305 South Main Street
- R24-37: Resolution accepting conveyance of Lancaster Reservoir for a future public recreational area
- R24-40: Resolution authorizing economic development incentives for construction of a 4-story, 82-room hotel
- R24-39: Resolution authorizing donation of surplus Fire Department materials to Western North Carolina municipalities
- Executive session to discuss appointment of City Solicitor
City Council
City Council will discuss the installation of artistic wraps on five downtown traffic control signal boxes. The body will also consider a resolution to award accommodations tax grants and receive a police accreditation update.
- Proposed $8,200 project to install art wraps on five traffic control boxes on Main Street
- Resolution R24-35 regarding the awarding of Accommodations Tax Grants
- Police Department Accreditation Progress Update
- Executive session to discuss Project Memphis and a proposed property purchase
Finance Committee
The Lancaster Finance Committee will consider Resolution R24-35 authorizing the awarding of accommodations tax grants. The committee will also hold an executive session to discuss the purchase of real property. No dollar amounts or specific grant recipients are listed in the agenda.
- Resolution R24-35 to award accommodations tax grants
- Executive session to discuss purchase of real property (SC Code §30-4-70(a)(2))
- Possible action on real property purchase after executive session
City Council
The council will hear a special presentation on the city's Cultural Competency Education from JP Davis & Associates. They will then consider a resolution authorizing demolition of the Wylie Street Tennis Courts and accepting a funding gift from the CK and Sherri Gregory Donor Advised Fund. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and monthly finance reports.
- Special presentation: JP Davis & Associates report on Cultural Competency Education
- Resolution R24-34 authorizing demolition of Wylie Street Tennis Courts and accepting funding gift from CK and Sherri Gregory Donor Advised Fund
- Approval of minutes from September 10 work session
- Monthly Finance Report for August 2024
- Cash Management and Finance Report for August 2024
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee will review the August 2024 monthly finance report and consider Resolution R24-34, which authorizes demolition of the Wylie Street Tennis Courts and accepts funding from the CK and Sherri Gregory Donor Advised Fund. The meeting is set for September 20, 2024, at 4:30 PM.
- August 2024 Monthly Finance Report
- Resolution R24-34: Authorizing demolition of Wylie Street Tennis Courts and accepting funding from CK and Sherri Gregory Donor Advised Fund
Red Rose City Development Corporation
The Red Rose City Development Corporation board will discuss and potentially accept funds from the City of Lancaster for the Downtown Rehabilitation Grant. They will also consider adding board members, setting a meeting calendar, amending bylaws regarding finances, and creating a mission and vision statement. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and introductions of new board members.
- Accepting funds from City of Lancaster for Downtown Rehabilitation Grant
- Discussion of Downtown Rehabilitation Grant
- Discussion of adding RRCDC board members
- Discussion of amending Bylaws regarding finances
- Creating a Mission and Vision Statement
City Council
The City Council will hold a work session to discuss the adoption of the City of Lancaster Comprehensive Plan and amendments to the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 operating budget. The body will also consider a resolution for additional street paving and a zoning map amendment.
- O24-19: Second reading of an ordinance to adopt the City of Lancaster Comprehensive Plan
- O24-25: Second reading of an ordinance amending the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 operating budget
- O24-26: Second reading of a rezoning request for 0.75 acres at 404 South French Street
- R24-33: Resolution authorizing additional street paving using available city funds
The Lancaster City Council approved a resolution to use remaining capital funds for additional street paving, prioritizing specific streets. It also approved second readings of the comprehensive plan, the FY 2024-2025 budget amendment, and a rezoning for a parcel on South French Street. All votes were unanimous.
- Approved R24-33 authorizing additional street paving with allocated city funds (unanimous)
- Approved O24-19 adopting the City of Lancaster Comprehensive Plan (unanimous)
- Approved O24-25 amending the FY 2024-2025 operating budget (unanimous)
- Approved O24-26 rezoning 0.75 acres at 404 South French Street (unanimous)
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing on the 2024 Comprehensive Plan, then vote on second readings for multiple annexation ordinances, including a 348.1-acre parcel near Airport Road and Hillcrest Avenue owned by Leroy Springs & Co Inc. Also on the agenda are a first reading to adopt the comprehensive plan and an ordinance amending the FY2024-2025 operating budget, plus a resolution to trade found and confiscated weapons for store credit. Several recognitions and monthly reports are also scheduled.
- Public hearing on City of Lancaster 2024 Comprehensive Plan
- Resolution R24-32 authorizing trade of found and confiscated weapons for store credit with a state licensed dealer
- Second reading: Annexation of 348.1 acres near Airport Road and Hillcrest Avenue (Leroy Springs & Co Inc)
- Second reading: Rezone of 2.9835 acres adjacent to 1697 Evans Drive (Howard Strickland Jr.)
- First reading: Ordinance O24-25 amending the City of Lancaster operating budget for FY2024-2025
The Lancaster City Council approved the 2024 Comprehensive Plan, several annexations, and zoning changes. It also authorized trading confiscated weapons for store credit and gifted a retiring fire lieutenant his helmet and uniform. All votes were unanimous.
- Approved 2024 Comprehensive Plan (unanimous)
- Approved R24-31 gifting fire helmet and dress uniform to retired Lt. Todd Duncan (unanimous)
- Approved R24-32 trading found/confiscated weapons for store credit (unanimous)
- Approved second reading of O24-17 rezoning 2.9835 acres near 1697 Evans Drive (unanimous)
- Approved second reading of O24-20 annexing 7.671 acres near Lynwood Drive (unanimous)
- Approved second reading of O24-21 annexing 5.776 acres near 1370 Lynwood Drive (unanimous)
- Approved second reading of O24-22 annexing 348.1 acres near Airport Road and Hillcrest Avenue (unanimous)
- Approved first reading of O24-19 adopting Comprehensive Plan (unanimous)
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee will review the July 2024 monthly finance report and conduct the first reading of Ordinance O24-21, which amends the city's operating budget for fiscal year 2024-2025. The committee will also discuss ongoing city projects. No final action is taken at first reading.
- Ordinance O24-21 first reading: amendment to FY 2024-2025 operating budget
- Review of July 2024 monthly finance report
- Discussion of ongoing city projects
City Council
The City Council will discuss the city's cardboard recycling program and consider several ordinances for land annexation and rezoning. The body will also review resolutions regarding alcohol consumption at a local festival and the purchase of waste equipment.
- Resolution R24-29: Authorizing beer and wine consumption at the 8th Annual Family Day Sickle Cell Festival
- Resolution R24-30: Advancing General Fund money to the Solid Waste Fund for a 2024 International Knuckle Boom
- Ordinance 024-17: Rezoning 2.9835 acres adjacent to 1697 Evans Drive
- Ordinance 024-22: Annexing 348.1 acres near Airport Road and Hillcrest Avenue owned by Leroy Springs & Co Inc
- Ordinance 024-24: Annexing 48.2 acres near Edgeport Drive and Airport Road owned by Elliott White Springs Foundation
City Council
Representatives from Lancaster County, the School District, and several town councils are meeting for an intergovernmental luncheon. The session focuses on state budget information, legislative updates, and jurisdictional budget previews.
- State Budget 101 presentation by Mare Truesdale
- Referendum and ballot initiatives discussion with the SC Ethics Commission
- Legislative updates from the South Carolina State House and Senate delegation
- Jurisdictional budget previews from each governing body
- Announcement of the next intergovernmental meeting for November 1, 2024
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a zoning map amendment request for land near A.R. Rucker Middle School. The body will also receive a presentation on a Development Impact Fee Study.
- Zoning Map Amendment Request by Springland Inc. to rezone 116.50 acres (tax map #s 0068-00-049.00 & 0068-00-049.03) to R10-Residential
- Development Impact Fee Study presentation by Ben Griffin
City Council
The Lancaster City Council will hold a regular meeting with a special presentation on QR codes for the Lindsay Pettus Greenway, approval of minutes, and monthly reports. The council will vote on a resolution to donate surplus fire equipment to volunteer departments and the Dominican Republic. Six ordinances are up for first reading, including three annexations (450 Elm Street, near 2350 University Drive) and three rezoning requests, notably two large Springland Inc. tracts totaling over 117 acres near US 521 Bypass.
- Resolution R24-28 to donate fire hoses, turnout gear, SCBA's, and cylinders to surrounding volunteer fire departments and Boiling Springs Fire Department for gifting to the Dominican Republic.
- First reading of Ordinance 024-15 to rezone 110.567 acres owned by Springland Inc., bounded by US 521 Bypass, Flat Creek Road, and Old Dixie Road.
- First reading of Ordinance 024-16 to rezone 7.01 acres owned by Springland Inc., bounded by US 521 Bypass and Camp Drive.
- First reading of Ordinance 024-13 to annex 0.17 acres at 450 Elm Street owned by Thoma Ganxhi.
- First reading of Ordinance 024-14 to annex 0.491 acres in the vicinity of 2350 University Drive owned by C&H Property Group.
The Lancaster City Council approved a resolution to donate surplus fire equipment to area volunteer departments and the Boiling Springs Fire Department for gifting to the Dominican Republic. It also approved first readings of ordinances to annex two parcels (450 Elm Street and 0.491 acres near 2350 University Drive) and to rezone several properties, including a 110.567-acre parcel for a 321-lot residential development. A rezoning for 2.9835 acres at 1697 Evans Drive was tabled due to concerns about lot size.
- Approved R24-28 donating fire hoses, turnout gear, SCBAs, and cylinders to area volunteer fire departments and Boiling Springs Fire Department for gifting to the Dominican Republic (unanimous)
- Approved first reading of O24-13 annexing 0.17 acres at 450 Elm Street (unanimous)
- Approved first reading of O24-14 annexing 0.491 acres near 2350 University Drive (unanimous)
- Approved first reading of O24-15 rezoning 110.567 acres (Tax Map #0068-00-049.00) to R10-Residential for 321-lot cluster development (unanimous)
- Approved first reading of O24-16 rezoning 7.01 acres (Tax Map #0068-00-049.03) to R10-Residential (unanimous)
- Tabled first reading of O24-17 rezoning 2.9835 acres at 1697 Evans Drive (unanimous)
- Approved first reading of O24-18 rezoning 6.19 acres at 1381 West Meeting Street to B2-Neighborhood commercial for Fire Station 3 (unanimous)
City Council
The City Council will hold a work session to approve minutes from June meetings. The council will also consider a resolution regarding alcohol consumption at the 2024 Finally Friday Concert Series.
- Resolution R24-27: Authorizing beer and wine consumption at the 2024 Finally Friday Concert Series
- Approval of June 18, 2024, Special Meeting minutes
- Approval of June 25, 2024, Regular Meeting minutes
City Council
The Operations Standing Committee will receive an update on the Wastewater Treatment Plant Optimization Project. The committee will also discuss the City’s Cardboard Recycling Program and staffing at the City’s Vehicle Maintenance Shop.
- Wastewater Treatment Plant Optimization Project update
- Discussion of the City's Cardboard Recycling Program
- Discussion regarding staffing at the City's Vehicle Maintenance Shop
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three zoning map amendment requests to change land use designations. The agenda also includes a presentation on a Development Impact Fee Study and a discussion regarding the Draft Comprehensive Plan Update.
- Rezoning 116.50 acres near A.R. Rucker Middle School to R10-Residential
- Rezoning 2.983 acres at 1697 Evans Drive to R10-Residential
- Rezoning 6.19 acres at 1381 West Meeting Street to B2-Neighborhood Commercial
- Presentation on Development Impact Fee Study
- Discussion of Draft Comprehensive Plan Update
City Council
The council will consider adopting the operating budget and fees for fiscal year 2024-2025. Agenda items also include awarding a contract for the Taylor Street Drainage Project and funding playground equipment at Preston Blackmon Park.
- Awarding $912,050 bid for Taylor Street Drainage Project to Elite Infrastructure Group, LLC
- Adopting FY 2024-2025 operating budget and fees (Ordinance 024-11)
- Funding playground equipment at Preston Blackmon Park via Southside Savings Account
- Granting an easement to Duke Energy Carolinas, LLC on City land
- Donating five Howard Computers to First Washington Church Community Life Center
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee will consider a resolution to fund the purchase and installation of playground equipment at Preston Blackmon Park using remaining funds from the Southside Savings Account. The committee will also review the May 2024 monthly finance report and discuss the 2024-2025 second reading budget.
- Resolution R24-25: Use of Southside Savings funds for playground equipment at Preston Blackmon Park
- May 2024 Monthly Finance Report review
- Discussion of 2024-2025 Second Reading Budget
City Council
The City Council is conducting a public hearing for the second reading of the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Operating Budget. Proposed adjustments include adding three grant-funded School Resource Officer positions and increasing cemetery burial fees by 20%. The meeting also addresses various capital improvement projects and revenue changes.
- Addition of three grant-funded School Resource Officer positions totaling $241,669 in budget impact
- A 20% increase in cemetery burial fees
- $502,578 for Ferguson Street storm drainage repairs
- $120,750 for Westmoreland Park storm drainage repairs
- $218,492 in ARPA funding for the Taylor Street CDBG drainage project
City Council
The City Council is reviewing the first reading of the FY 2024-2025 operating budget, which includes a proposed tax rate of 231.0 mills. The agenda also includes an easement request from Duke Energy Carolinas, LLC and a resolution regarding health insurance eligibility for council members.
- First reading of FY 2024-2025 operating budget with a proposed tax rate of 231.0 mills
- Ordinance to grant an easement to Duke Energy Carolinas, LLC on City land (Tax Map #0081-00-029.00)
- Resolution regarding council member coverage in the State Insurance Benefits Program
- Budget increases for police ($33,862) and fire ($38,641) cost of living equalization payments
- Funding for MJC playground equipment ($73,000) and sidewalk repairs near Discovery School ($30,000)
City Council
The Lancaster City Council will hold a regular meeting on May 28, 2024, with resolutions to award hospitality tax grants, apply for a state park grant for playground equipment, allow beer and wine at the Juneteenth celebration, and assign Lindsay Pettus Greenway trail easements. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from prior meetings and monthly financial reports.
- R24-20: Awarding hospitality tax grants
- R24-21: Apply for Park and Recreation Development Fund grant for playground equipment at Municipal Justice Center Park
- R24-22: Allow public possession/consumption of beer and wine at 2024 Juneteenth Freedom Celebration
- R24-23: Assign Lindsay Pettus Greenway trail easements to the City
- April 2024 financial reports and minutes approval
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee will review the April 2024 Finance Management Report, consider resolutions for hospitality tax grants and a state grant for playground equipment, and discuss the recommended 2024-2025 budget. These are items the committee is deciding or discussing, not final actions.
- April 2024 Finance Management Report
- Resolution R24-20: Awarding Hospitality Tax Grants
- Resolution R24-21: Application and local match for SC PRT grant for MJC Playground Equipment
- Discussion of 2024-2025 Recommended Budget
City Council
The Lancaster City Council work session on May 14, 2024, includes discussion on a purchasing policy exemption and budget calendar amendments, plus resolutions and ordinances for a federal violence prevention grant, two property annexations, and a rezoning. The agenda also includes an executive session on personnel matters.
- R24-19: Apply for DOJ Community Based Violence Intervention and Prevention Grant to hire project coordinator, gang investigator, and community outreach coordinator
- 024-08 (2nd reading): Rezone 8.429 acres at Oakleaf Drive off Hwy 9 Bypass East for multifamily development (Montrose Court)
- 024-09 (2nd reading): Annex 110.567 acres near U.S. 521 Bypass, Flat Creek Road, Old Dixie Road for 321-home subdivision
- 024-10 (2nd reading): Annex 7.01 acres near 1340 Camp Drive
- Discussion: City Council exemption to Section 1.18 of Purchasing Policy Manual
Finance Committee
The Lancaster Finance Committee is meeting to discuss a procurement policy exemption for police vehicle equipment installation, a cardboard recycling program, the revised 2024-2025 budget calendar, and hospitality tax applications. These are discussion items, not final decisions.
- Council exemption to Section 1.18 of Procurement Policy for Police Department vehicle equipment installation
- Cardboard recycling program discussion
- Revised 2024-2025 Annual Budget Calendar review
- Hospitality tax applications and award recommendations
City Council
The Lancaster City Council will hear a presentation on Lancaster County's proposed 1% transportation sales tax, which could fund up to $396 million in road projects if approved by voters. The council will also consider three ordinances: one rezoning and two annexations, plus resolutions on festival alcohol, surplus equipment, and development impact fees.
- Presentation on Lancaster County 1% Transportation Sales Tax Proposal
- First reading of ordinance to rezone 8.429 acres off Oakleaf Drive near Hwy 9 Bypass East
- First reading of ordinance to annex 110.567 acres near U.S. Highway 521 Bypass, Flat Creek Road, and Old Dixie Road
- First reading of ordinance to annex 7.01 acres near 1340 Camp Drive
- Resolution R24-18 directing Planning Commission to recommend a Capital Improvements Plan and development impact fee ordinance
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee will review the March 2024 finance report, discuss a resolution directing the Planning Commission to recommend a Capital Improvements Plan and a Development Impact Fee Ordinance under state law, and review hospitality tax applications for award recommendations.
- March 2024 Finance Management Report
- Resolution R24-18 on Capital Improvements Plan and Development Impact Fee Ordinance
- Hospitality tax applications and award recommendations
City Council
The Lancaster City Council is holding a work session to discuss and act on several items, including a draft city website, a proclamation for Fair Housing Month, a Housing Authority Board appointment, Red Rose City Development Corporation board recommendations, and the potential creation of a festival district in downtown. The council will also consider a resolution authorizing an agreement with Great Pee Dee Limited Partnership and Lancaster Residential, LLC, and hold a second reading of an ordinance to annex a 6.19-acre parcel at 1381 West Meeting Street owned by the City.
- Discussing implementing a festival district in downtown
- R24-14: Resolution authorizing agreement with Great Pee Dee Limited Partnership and Lancaster Residential, LLC
- 024-07 (Second Reading): Annexation of 6.19 acres at 1381 West Meeting Street
- Proclaiming April as Fair Housing Month
- Housing Authority Board appointment
City Council
The Lancaster City Council will hold a regular meeting with a first reading of an ordinance to annex a 6.19-acre parcel at 1381 West Meeting Street, owned by the city. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from prior meetings, monthly reports, and a financial report for February 2024. No other major action items are listed.
- First reading of Ordinance 024-07 to annex 6.19 acres at 1381 West Meeting Street
- Approval of minutes from February 20 and February 27, 2024 meetings
- Monthly reports for February 2024
- Cash Management and Finance Report for February 2024
City Council
The Lancaster City Council will hold a work session and regular meeting covering several action items, including a rezoning request, budget amendment, two annexations, and resolutions for a block party and internship program. The council will also discuss the purchase of real property in executive session.
- Rezone 1.511 acres at 405 South French Street from R6-Residential to IND-Industrial for a 20,000 sq ft warehouse (Ordinance 024-03, second reading)
- Amend FY 2023-2024 operating budget (Ordinance 024-04, second reading)
- Annex 0.564 acres at 734 Brooklyn Avenue (Ordinance 024-05, first reading)
- Annex 2.9835 acres near 1701 Evans Drive (Ordinance 024-06, first reading)
- Authorize beer and wine consumption at the 2024 Shamrock Block Party on March 16 (Resolution R24-06)
City Council
The Lancaster City Council work session will consider four ordinances: second readings for a rezoning at 414 Clinton Avenue and an annexation at 1140 Skipper Avenue, plus first readings for a rezoning at 405 South French Street and a budget amendment for FY 2023-2024. The meeting also includes citizen comments and approval of prior minutes.
- Second reading: Rezone 0.588 acres at 414 Clinton Avenue from R10 to R6 (Cox Investments Properties, LLC)
- Second reading: Annex 0.12 acres at 1140 Skipper Avenue (CJ Services, LLC)
- First reading: Rezone 1.511 acres at 405 South French Street (Builders Supply Company, Inc.)
- First reading: Amend FY 2023-2024 operating budget
- Citizen comments limited to 3 minutes per person, 30 minutes total
City Council
The City Council is reviewing departmental budget goal submissions for the 2024-2025 fiscal year. The fire chief requests pay raises, degree incentives, and a new fire station; the police chief requests new vehicles, cameras, and accreditation funding; the court administrator asks for a fence for employee parking. These are proposals for discussion, not final decisions.
- Fire Department: pay raises for all positions to match Police Department, plus degree and years-of-service incentives
- Fire Station 3: begin building process; apparatus ordered Nov 1, 2023, arrival in 40-46 months
- Police: replace six vehicles ($415,000), add four Flock cameras ($17,000), buy Cellebrite device ($16,000)
- Police: increase city credit card limit from $2,000 to $5,000 per month
- Court: install fence along MJC parking lot near fire department for employee safety
City Council
The Lancaster City Council is holding a goal session to review and discuss the proposed goals, projects, and programs for each city department for fiscal year 2024-2025. The agenda covers public safety, enterprise funds, hospitality, and general fund departments, but no specific items or dollar amounts are listed. This is a planning and discussion session, not a final decision-making meeting.
- Public Safety: Court, Fire, Police goals
- Enterprise Funds: Public Works, Solid Waste, Wastewater Treatment Plant
- Hospitality Fund: Events & Promotions, Marketing & Development
- General Fund: IT, Building/Planning/Zoning/Licensing, HR, Finance, Administration
City Council
The Lancaster City Council will hold a regular meeting with several resolutions and ordinances for discussion and action. Key items include adopting the FY 2024-2025 budget calendar, authorizing the trade of found and confiscated weapons for store credit, donating a 2007 Ford F-150 to Heath Springs, purchasing a 2019 Case 750M dozer for $50,000, and first readings of two rezoning ordinances. The council will also enter executive session to discuss real property purchase.
- Resolution R24-01: Authorize trading found/confiscated weapons for store credit with a state licensed pistol dealer
- Resolution R24-02: Donate one 2007 Ford F-150 utility truck to Town of Heath Springs
- Resolution R24-03: Purchase 2019 Case 750M dozer for $50,000 from Hills Machinery
- Ordinance 024-01 (First Reading): Rezone 0.588 acres at 414 Clinton Avenue (Tax Map #00681-0J-015.00)
- Ordinance 024-02 (First Reading): Annex 0.12 acres at 1140 Skipper Avenue
City Council
The Lancaster City Council will hold a work session to discuss and potentially act on appointments to fill 26 expiring seats across ten boards and commissions, including the Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Appeals. The council will also enter executive session to receive legal advice on contractual matters with the Lancaster County Water & Sewer District. The agenda is otherwise procedural, including approval of minutes from the December 12, 2023 meeting.
- Appointments to 10 boards/commissions with 26 expiring seats, including Planning Commission, Board of Zoning Appeals, and Landmarks Commission
- Executive session for legal advice on contractual matters with Lancaster County Water & Sewer District
- Approval of minutes from December 12, 2023 regular meeting