Lexington public meetings in 2024

2- Planning Commission

The Lexington Planning Commission is reviewing a housing affordability analysis required before the Town Council can adopt updated development impact fees for parks, recreation, and municipal facilities. The report estimates the effect of maximum allowable fees on owner-occupied and rental housing affordability. It finds that a family earning 80% of the median income ($62,531) would have a cost burden exceeding 30% under current conditions. No discount rate has been set yet, which would reduce the burden.

• Analysis considers proposed impact fees for parks/recreation and municipal facilities/equipment
• Median household income reported as $78,164; 80% threshold is $62,531
• Assumed home purchase price of $328,000 based on November 2024 Redfin data
• Estimated monthly homeowner payment: $2,329.64 under existing fee system
• Median gross rent: $1,270 per month

The Lexington Planning Commission unanimously recommended amending the sign ordinance to clarify that window signs painted on or affixed to glass are considered wall signs, with a 30-day removal period for non-compliant signs. They also unanimously recommended Town Council adopt Phase One of the updated Impact Fee Study, Housing Affordability Study, Capital Improvements Plan, and Development Impact Fee Ordinance. Both items are recommendations to Council, which will hold readings and a public hearing.

• Approved motion to amend sign ordinance to include window signs as wall signs (unanimous)
• Approved motion to recommend Town Council adopt Phase One of Impact Fee Study updates (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from November 20, 2024 (unanimous)

2- Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing an updated Impact Fee Capital Improvements Plan for FY 2025-2029 and a corresponding housing affordability analysis. The documents outline proposed spending for parks and municipal facilities and assess how these fees affect housing costs for residents.

• Proposed $2.1 million for Parks & Recreation improvements, including Mill Pond Park ($1.7 million)
• Proposed $9.15 million for Municipal Facilities, including Parks Headquarters ($3.8 million) and Brunner Rd Storage & Parking ($2.7 million)
• Housing Affordability Analysis based on a median annual household income of $78,164
• Analysis of homeownership costs using a typical home sale value of $328,000
• Proposed spending for North Church Street Parking ($150,000) and Transportation Signal Shop ($1 million)

The Planning Commission held a work session with no formal votes or decisions. They received an update on the Development Impact Fee Study from Matt Noonkester of City Explained, Inc., and discussed potential amendments to the sign ordinance regarding window signage, with members expressing a need to clarify the definition of a wall sign. No action was taken on either item.

• No formal decisions or votes taken during the work session
• Heard impact fee study update presentation from City Explained, Inc.
• Discussed sign ordinance amendment for window signage, no action taken

Small Business Advisory Committee

The Small Business Advisory Committee will review responses to a small business survey, focusing on questions six and seven, and begin brainstorming recommendations to present to the town council. The meeting also includes approval of prior meeting notes and scheduling of the next meeting with an educational topic.

• Approval of meeting notes from November 21, 2024
• Discussion of Small Business Survey responses, focusing on questions six and seven
• Brainstorming of council recommendations on behalf of the committee
• Scheduling of next meeting and selection of an educational topic

The Small Business Advisory Committee approved the November meeting minutes without changes. The main discussion focused on survey responses highlighting traffic concerns, with members emphasizing the need to improve communication about the town's traffic efforts and to make business-opening information easier to find on the website. No formal decisions were made beyond the minutes approval.

• Approved November meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing and vote on Variance 2024-9(V), a request from Mt. Horeb Church to reduce the required setback from 30 feet to roughly 12 feet and the buffer from 20 feet to roughly 25 feet at 1205 Old Cherokee Road. The variance would allow construction of a covered porch and walkway connecting two existing buildings that predate the town's annexation of the property. The board will also approve minutes from its October 3, 2024 meeting.

• Variance 2024-9(V): setback and buffer variance for Mt. Horeb Church at 1205 Old Cherokee Road
• Request to allow covered porch 12 ft from property line (required: 30 ft) and covered walkway 25 ft from property line (required: 20 ft buffer)
• Applicant: Kevin Connelly, representing Mt. Horeb Church, Inc.
• Approval of minutes from October 3, 2024 regular meeting
• Other business & announcements

The Board of Zoning Appeals unanimously approved Variance 2024-9(V), allowing Mt. Horeb Church at 1205 Old Cherokee Road to build a covered porch and walkway with a reduced setback of 10 to 23 feet from the property line, instead of the required 30-foot setback and 20-foot buffer. The board cited the structures' pre-annexation status, unique site conditions, and lack of neighbor objections. The board also approved the October 3, 2024 minutes and discussed ongoing items like window clings ordinance research and board training.

• Approved Variance 2024-9(V) for Mt. Horeb Church, allowing 10-23 ft setback (3-0)
• Approved October 3, 2024 meeting minutes (3-0)

1 - Town Council

Town Council will discuss a budget increase of $110,000 and a $225,000 engineering proposal to update the town's traffic and safety plan. The body will also consider reimbursements for the Boardwalk Villas HOA and a mid-year budget adjustment.

• Proposed $225,000 lump sum fee for the Local Transportation Improvement Plan (Second Edition)
• Reimbursement request for Boardwalk Villas HOA for 2023 streetlights and trash pickup
• First reading of annexation for Lexington County Tax Map #004300-03-014 (800 block of E Main St)
• First reading of Mid-Year Budget Adjustment
• Resolution for Safe Streets for All - Safety Action Plan

2- Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a recommendation for the annexation of 4.70 acres on E Main St for a single-family dwelling. The body will also review proposed amendments to the sign ordinance regarding window signage following an increase in violations.

• Annexation of Lexington County Tax Map #004300-03-014 (800 block of E Main St) for a single-family dwelling
• Proposed Sign Ordinance Amendment regarding window signage allowances

Youth Ambassador Program

This is a procedural and informational meeting of the Lexington Youth Ambassador Program. Members will sign up for volunteer shifts at the Snowball Festival and receive t-shirts. Presentations will be given by the Transportation and Planning departments, including a tour of the Traffic Management Center.

• Sign-up for Snowball Festival volunteer project (December 5-8)
• T-shirt distribution for Snowball Festival volunteers
• Transportation Department presentation and tour of Traffic Management Center
• Planning and Building Department presentation by Interim Director Jessica Lybrand

Small Business Advisory Committee

The committee will approve meeting notes from October 16, hear a presentation from Interim Planning Director Jessica Lybrand on starting a business in Lexington, and review responses to the Small Business Survey with a focus on questions six and seven. Members will begin brainstorming recommendations for the Town Council based on the survey. The meeting also includes scheduling the next session and choosing an educational topic.

• Approval of October 16 meeting notes
• Presentation on starting a business by Interim Planning Director Jessica Lybrand
• Review of Small Business Survey responses, focusing on questions six and seven
• Brainstorming Council recommendations from survey findings
• Scheduling next meeting and selecting an educational topic

1 - Town Council

The Town Council is holding a work session to discuss a new comprehensive traffic plan and a reimbursement request for a homeowners' association. The body will review recommendations for the December 2 meeting regarding transportation and finance items.

• Proposed $225,000 lump sum fee for the Local Transportation Improvement Plan (Second Edition)
• Proposed reimbursement to Boardwalk Villas HOA for 2023 streetlights and trash pickup
• Presentation on the Town of Lexington Downtown Parking Study by Kimley-Horn
• Update on the EPA's Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI)
• Executive session regarding West Columbia Water litigation

1 - Town Council

The Town Council will hold public hearings and final readings regarding modifications to the noise ordinance for fireworks and the annexation of land on Millstream Road. The body will also consider a resolution regarding security cameras in care facilities and a sponsorship request for Mission Lexington.

• Final reading of Noise Ordinance Modifications for Fireworks
• Final reading of annexation for Lexington County Tax Map #003500-03-121 (500 block of Millstream Road)
• Resolution requesting SC Legislature require security cameras at nursing homes and assisted living centers
• Sponsorship request for Mission Lexington
• Project update on Mineral Springs Turn Lane Contract

Youth Ambassador Program

This is an informational meeting of the Youth Ambassador Program, not a legislative or decision-making session. The group tours the Icehouse Amphitheatre and receives presentations from the Lexington Police Department, including drone and K-9 demonstrations.

• Tour of Icehouse Amphitheatre and Pavilion with Downtown Venue Promoter Walker Brewer
• Education session with Lexington Police Department, including Chief Green
• Drone demonstration
• Emergency Services Team (E.S.T.) and negotiations overview
• Patrol division and K-9 demonstration

1 - Town Council

The Town Council will hold a work session after an executive session on personnel and legal matters. In open session, they will discuss a sponsorship request from Mission Lexington for its Oyster Roast fundraiser and hear presentations on courtroom technology upgrades, a proposed Rainbow Bridge, new EPA Lead and Copper rules, and a Shop/Dine Local campaign. They will also receive information on a $48,720 grant for a Domestic Violence & Sex Crimes Investigator.

• Discussion of Mission Lexington sponsorship request (potential $500 sponsorship plus tables, chairs, and parking)
• Presentation on Town courtroom/council chambers technological upgrades
• Citizen presentation related to proposed Rainbow Bridge
• Presentation on new EPA Lead and Copper Requirements for utilities
• Information on $48,720 grant award for Domestic Violence & Sex Crimes Investigator (total anticipated $97,439)

Small Business Advisory Committee

The Small Business Advisory Committee will review top takeaways from a recent survey and discuss next steps. Economic Developer Jack Stuart will present Placer data on visitation and demographic trends in the Town. The committee will also set the date and topics for the next meeting.

• Review top 5 takeaways from survey results and discuss steps forward
• Economic Developer Jack Stuart to present Placer data on visitation and demographic trends
• Determine next meeting date and session topics

1 - Town Council

The Town Council will hold public hearings and final readings on a 3% local accommodations tax and amendments to the animal control ordinance. The body will also discuss annexations and a rezoning request for Hendrix Street.

• Final reading of ordinance to reinstitute a 3% Local Accommodations Tax
• Final reading of amendments to the Lexington County Animal Control Ordinance
• Rezoning of 800 Hendrix Street from Protected Residential 2 to Limited Commercial
• Annexation of 400 block of Cherokee Trail (Tax Map #4300-04-047)
• Annexation of 500 block of Millstream Road (Tax Map #003500-03-121)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will discuss and vote on a request to install an additional wall sign at 511 Columbia Ave. The applicant seeks a variance from the sign ordinance to place a sign on the building elevation facing Caughman Road.

• Variance 2024-8(V): Request for additional wall signage at Strickland Brothers, 511 Columbia Ave

1 - Town Council

The Town Council will hold a special called meeting, beginning with an executive session to discuss one routine personnel matter and interview candidates for the Planning & Building Director position. Following the executive session, the Council may take action on matters discussed and will conduct routine public comment and announcements.

• Executive session for candidate interviews for Planning & Building Director position
• One routine personnel matter discussed in executive session
• Potential action on personnel decisions upon return to open session

2- Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review a request to rezone 31 acres at 800 Hendrix Street to allow for an electric vehicle charging station. The body will also discuss the annexation and subdivision of land on Millstream Road.

• Rezoning request for 800 Hendrix Street from Protected Residential 2 to Limited Commercial for an EV charging station
• Annexation of a portion of Lexington County Tax Map #3500-03-121 in the 500 block of Millstream Road
• Sketch plan approval for a simple subdivision in the 500 block of Millstream Road

Youth Ambassador Program

The Lexington Youth Ambassador Program is holding a procedural meeting to elect Lead, Co-Lead, and Secretary officers, review the calendar year schedule, and handle housekeeping. The group will also attend a Town Council work session after adjourning.

• Election of Lead Ambassador, Co-Lead Ambassador, and Secretary
• Review of the calendar year schedule for the program
• Introductory icebreakers and get-to-know-you activities
• Housekeeping and setting next meeting date
• Assignment given to members before adjournment

1 - Town Council

The Town Council holds a work session to discuss proposed modifications to the noise ordinance, including holiday exceptions for fireworks, and to the landscape ordinance. Presentations will cover credit card payment processes, new EPA lead and copper requirements for utilities, and introduction of the first Youth Ambassador members. The council also held an executive session on contractual issues (Old Mill Trail, in-town property) and potential sale of town property.

• Discussion of adding holiday exceptions (New Year's, July 4, Memorial Day, Diwali) to the noise ordinance for fireworks (Business Item #1)
• Discussion of landscape ordinance modifications (Business Item #2)
• Presentation on new EPA Lead and Copper Rule requirements for utilities
• Update on credit card payment processes by Assistant Town Administrator
• Executive session on contractual issues related to Old Mill Trail and potential sale of town property

Small Business Advisory Committee

The committee discussed responses from a small business survey, noting positive feedback on community feel and negative feedback regarding traffic, taxing costs, and the business license process. Members were tasked with identifying their top five takeaways from the survey for the next meeting to develop a plan for recommendations to the council.

• Review of small business survey results
• Discussion of business license process and taxing costs
• Approval of August 14, 2024, meeting minutes

The Small Business Advisory Committee approved the August meeting minutes and reviewed the results of the Small Business Survey. Members discussed positive feedback and areas for improvement, and agreed to bring their top five takeaways to the next meeting to form a plan. The next meeting will be scheduled for a longer duration to allow for data review.

• Approved August 14, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Agreed to bring top five survey takeaways to next meeting
• Scheduled longer next meeting for data review

Board of Appearance

The Lexington Board of Appearance will meet on September 10, 2024, to review a facade grant application for improvements to an apartment complex at 325 S Lake Drive. The applicant, 325 South Lake, LLC, is requesting the maximum $10,000 grant toward $47,420 in facade upgrades. The board will also elect officers and approve minutes from the March 12, 2024 meeting.

• Review of facade grant application for $10,000 for 325 S Lake Drive apartment complex
• Election of officers for the Board of Appearance
• Approval of minutes from the March 12, 2024 Regular Board of Zoning Appeals meeting
• Applicant: 325 South Lake, LLC, requesting $10,000 toward $47,420 facade improvements
• Property is a two-building multifamily complex with proposed cedar siding and painting

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals held its regular meeting on July 11, 2024, and voted unanimously to deny Variance 2024-6(V), which would have allowed an additional wall sign at Prisma Health Urgent Care, 5061 Sunset Boulevard. The board found no extraordinary or exceptional conditions to justify the variance. The board also approved the minutes from the June 6, 2024 meeting and noted there is no August meeting.

• Denial of Variance 2024-6(V) for an additional wall sign at Prisma Health Urgent Care, 5061 Sunset Boulevard
• Unanimous roll-call vote to deny the variance
• Approval of minutes from June 6, 2024 meeting
• Reminder that there is no Board meeting in August

Traffic Committee

The Lexington Traffic Committee will consider a possible extension or addition of a right-turn lane at the intersection of Old Chapin Road and Old Cherokee Road. They will also review traffic patterns near Meadow Glen schools, specifically routes taken and lack of connectivity from Ginny Lane to Mineral Springs Road. A road projects review includes the US 378 Sunset Split.

• Review of right-turn lane extension/addition at Old Chapin Road and Old Cherokee Road intersection
• Review of traffic patterns for Meadow Glen schools, including connectivity issues from Ginny Lane to Mineral Springs Road
• Road project review: US 378 Sunset Split

The Traffic Committee discussed several intersections but took no formal votes. Director Edwards reported the US 378 Sunset Split project is now fully funded, with land acquisition permission expected within weeks and construction to be completed within 18 months. The committee also discussed the Old Chapin Road/Old Cherokee Road intersection, noting it remains a county issue until LTIP funds are identified, and continued discussion on connecting Baskin Hills and Woodside via Ginny Lane.

• Approved March 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved June 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Discussed Old Chapin Road/Old Cherokee Road intersection; no action taken
• Discussed Highway 378/Northside Drive connection; kept on agenda for future discussion
• Reviewed Sunset Split project; reported fully funded with construction starting within weeks

1 - Town Council

The Town Council will discuss several new ordinances, including a local accommodations tax and amendments to animal control laws. The body is also reviewing a property purchase and PFAS litigation in executive session.

• First reading of an ordinance to reinstitute a 3% Local Accommodations Tax
• First reading to adopt amendments to the Lexington County Animal Control Ordinance
• First reading for annexation of Lexington County Tax Map #4300-04-047 (400 Block of Cherokee Trail)
• Resolution for a local match for MASC Hometown Economic Development Grant
• Discussion of National PFAS lawsuit and potential property purchase within Town limits

Town Council unanimously approved the first reading of an ordinance reinstating a 3% local accommodations tax, with funds designated for road and infrastructure projects. They also approved first reading of amendments to the animal control ordinance, a vehicle policy update, a resolution for a grant match, annexation of a 34.3-acre property, and a PFAS litigation fee agreement. All votes were 6-0.

• Approved first reading of 3% accommodations tax ordinance (6-0)
• Approved first reading of animal control ordinance amendments (6-0)
• Approved town vehicle policy update (6-0)
• Adopted resolution for 15% match on MASC grant (6-0)
• Approved first reading of annexation for 34.3 acres on Cherokee Trail (6-0)
• Approved PFAS litigation fee agreement with Richardson Law Firm (6-0)

2- Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss and vote on the annexation of a parcel on Cherokee Trail and a sketch plan for a new subdivision on the same site. The meeting also includes election of officers and approval of prior minutes.

• Annexation of Lexington County Tax Map #4300-04-047 in the 400 block of Cherokee Trail
• Sketch plan approval for a new subdivision in the 400 block of Cherokee Trail
• Election of officers for the Planning Commission

The Planning Commission unanimously recommended Protected Residential (PR1) zoning for a 34.30-acre annexation on Cherokee Trail and approved a sketch plan for a 68-unit subdivision contingent on final annexation. The motion was later amended to include the road classification as Local Road. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Recommended PR1 zoning for Cherokee Trail annexation (unanimous)
• Approved sketch plan for 68-lot subdivision contingent on annexation (unanimous)
• Amended motion to include Cherokee Trail as Local Road
• Re-elected Frank Berry as Chairman (unanimous)
• Re-elected Jarrett Harrelson as Vice-Chairman (unanimous)
• Approved May 29, 2024 minutes (unanimous)

1 - Town Council

Town Council is holding a work session to discuss items for a future meeting, including a proposed 3% local accommodations tax and a townwide sign program. The body will also review policies for town vehicles and board attendance.

• Proposed ordinance to reinstitute a 3% Local Accommodations Tax estimated to generate $400,000 per year
• Proposed $32,000 contract with ACSM for Phase 2 of the Master Sign Program
• Presentation on window sign regulation
• Discussion of Utilities Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) requirements
• Review of Police Department 2023 Annual Report and School Resource Officer grant award

Small Business Advisory Committee

The Small Business Advisory Committee approved the minutes from July 10, 2024, and received an educational session on the Hospitality Tax from Assistant Town Administrator Stuart Ford, including a packet on funded projects. Members discussed finalizing a survey to send to small businesses, aiming to launch it the following week, and noted the need to link helpful forms on the town's website. The next meeting will focus on survey results, postponing further educational sessions.

• Approval of meeting minutes from July 10, 2024
• Educational session on Hospitality Tax presented by Stuart Ford with a packet on history and funded projects
• Discussion on finalizing and launching a survey for small businesses, with examples for questions 11/12 requested
• Vice-Chair suggested linking appropriate forms on the town's 'How to' guide for businesses
• Restaurant owners discussed streamlining Hospitality Tax payment aspects

The Small Business Advisory Committee approved the July 10, 2024 meeting minutes unanimously. They discussed next steps for a survey to send to small businesses, aiming to launch it the following week, and postponed the educational session for the next meeting to focus on survey results. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved July 10, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Agreed to finalize survey questions and launch survey next week
• Postponed educational session to focus on survey results at next meeting

1 - Town Council

The Town Council will hold a regular meeting on August 5, 2024, starting with a closed executive session. In open session, they will vote on new business items including an amendment to the Lexington County Animal Control Ordinance, reappointments to boards and commissions, a resolution refunding general obligation bond anticipation notes, and a resolution for the Safe Streets and Roads for All federal grant. The council will also receive a Vision Plan and Traffic update and issue a proclamation.

• Amendment to Lexington County Animal Control Ordinance
• Reappointments to Boards and Commissions
• Resolution authorizing refunding General Obligation Bond Anticipation Notes
• Safe Streets and Roads for All Federal Grant resolution
• Proclamation for Miss Mary Elle Marchant, Miss South Carolina Teen 2024

Town Council tabled a vote on adopting Lexington County's amended animal control ordinance, which includes mandatory dog microchipping and restrictions on dog sales, after several councilmembers raised concerns about government overreach and costs. The item was tabled to allow the Town to seek more information from the County. Council also approved board reappointments, a bond refunding resolution, and a federal grant agreement for a Safe Streets plan.

• Tabled adoption of County animal control ordinance amendments (6-1)
• Approved reappointments to Planning Commission, Historic Preservation Review Board, Board of Zoning Appeals, and Traffic Committee (7-0)
• Approved resolution authorizing refunding General Obligation Bond Anticipation Notes (7-0)
• Approved agreement for $160,000 federal Safe Streets and Roads for All grant (7-0)
• Approved minutes from four prior meetings (7-0)
• Ratified mayor's report on executive session (7-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals is considering a request to allow an additional wall sign at 5061 Sunset Boulevard. The applicant seeks to increase the total number of signs from two to three and add 12 square feet of signage.

• Variance 2024-6(V) for Prisma Health Urgent Care sign ordinance
• Request for 12 additional square feet of signage at 5061 Sunset Boulevard
• Approval of June 6, 2024 minutes

Small Business Advisory Committee

The committee will elect a Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary. Members will also discuss future education topics and ways to highlight small businesses through the town website and video templates.

• Election of Committee Officers (Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary)
• Discussion of future education session topics
• Review of new town website for business-related information
• Suggestions for a small business celebration video template

1 - Town Council

The Town of Lexington will conduct a public hearing for community comments on two land-use items. The agenda includes an annexation request for the 100 Block of Sunshine Drive and a rezoning request for 121 Tarrar Springs Road.

• Annexation of Tax Map #5497-04-116 in the 100 Block of Sunshine Drive
• Rezoning of 121 Tarrar Springs Road

1 - Town Council

The Lexington Town Council will discuss vision plan and traffic updates. The meeting includes final readings for a rezoning at 121 Tarrar Springs Road and an annexation on Sunshine Drive. Council will also consider a first reading for several new annexations.

• Rezoning 121 Tarrar Springs Road from General Commercial to Limited Commercial
• Annexation of the 100 Block of Sunshine Drive
• First reading for annexation of Barr Road, Branham View Road, and Yale Road areas
• Approval of Azalea Amphitheatre at Virginia Hylton Park Rental Policy

1 - Town Council

The Town Council is reviewing items to be recommended for the August 5, 2024, meeting. This includes a resolution to authorize refunding General Obligation Bond Anticipation Notes up to $8,000,000. The council will also review reappointments for several municipal boards and commissions.

• Resolution authorizing refunding of General Obligation Bond Anticipation Notes up to $8,000,000
• Reappointments for the Planning Commission, Traffic Committee, Board of Zoning Appeals, and Historic Preservation Review Board
• Update on the Sunset Split Project
• Discussion regarding a national PFAS lawsuit
• Discussion regarding a pending land dispute matter

1 - Town Council

The Council will discuss a proposed use and rental policy for the Azalea Amphitheater at Virginia Hylton Park. The meeting also includes discussions on upcoming board reappointments and an introduction to the redesigned Town of Lexington website.

• Proposed rental policy for Azalea Amphitheater including a $400 deposit
• Reappointments for members of several boards and commissions
• Introduction of the redesigned Town of Lexington website
• Discussion regarding contractual negotiations for the Sunset Split project

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider a request to reduce the rear yard setback at Barr-Price Funeral Home from 30 feet to 19.4 feet. This variance would allow for the construction of a canopy over the existing parking lot. The board will also approve minutes from the May 2, 2024 meeting.

• Variance 2024-5(V): Setback reduction at 609 Northwood Road to allow a parking lot canopy
• Approval of May 2, 2004, Board of Zoning Appeals minutes

Traffic Committee

The Traffic Committee will discuss citizen safety concerns at Old Cherokee Road and Sterling Creek Court. The agenda also includes updates on Claystone Drive construction and the WhatABurger project breaking ground.

• Safety concerns at Old Cherokee Road/Sterling Creek Court
• Upcoming construction on Claystone Drive
• WhatABurger project groundbreaking

1 - Town Council

The Town Council will conduct final readings for the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 budget and tax levy ordinances. The meeting includes a first reading for a rezoning request and an annexation, as well as a project agreement with SCDOT.

• Final Reading: Ordinance Adopting the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Budget
• Final Reading: Ordinance to Provide for the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Tax Levy
• Carolina Crossroads Phase III SCDOT Municipal State Highway Project Agreement
• First Reading: Rezoning of 121 Tarrar Springs Road
• First Reading: Annexation of Lexington County Tax Map #5497-04-116 (100 Block of Sunshine Drive)

2- Planning Commission

The Lexington Planning Commission will consider several rezoning and annexation requests, including a rezoning at 121 Tarrar Springs Road, annexations for properties on Cromer Road, Barr Road, and Sunshine Drive, and sketch plan approvals for two new subdivisions. The commission will also review an amendment to a previously approved commercial subdivision at 5075 Sunset Boulevard. These are recommendations; final decisions rest with the Town Council.

• Rezone 121 Tarrar Springs Road from General Commercial to Neighborhood Commercial for office expansion
• Annex 30.48 acres on Cromer Road for a 128-unit subdivision; recommend Protected Residential 2 zoning
• Sketch plan for 128 single-family homes on Cromer Road
• Annex 161.19 acres on Barr Road, Branham View Road, and Yale Road for a 267-unit subdivision
• Annex property on Sunshine Drive and amend commercial subdivision at 5075 Sunset Boulevard

Golden Hills Special Purpose Tax District Commission

The Golden Hills Special Purpose Tax District Commission is holding a called meeting to review road maintenance schedules, account balances, and consider whether to increase the annual assessment. The agenda includes no old business and is otherwise procedural.

• Review of road maintenance and improvements schedule
• Review of account balances
• Consideration of whether to increase annual assessment
• Consideration of date for next meeting

1 - Town Council

Town Council is holding a work session to discuss items for a future meeting on June 3, 2024. Key topics include a highway project agreement with SCDOT and a decision regarding health insurance classification for councilmembers.

• SCDOT Municipal-State Highway Project Agreement for a new overhead cantilever guide sign on I-20 eastbound within the US 378 interchange
• Decision on whether councilmembers will be considered Active Employees for the State Insurance Benefits Program
• Right-of-Way Acquisition for Thompson Street
• Mural and Public Art Plan & Committee
• Review of N. Lake Signal Bids

1 - Town Council

The Mayor and Council will conduct public hearings regarding a franchise agreement, a property annexation, and a budget adjustment. These items are scheduled for final reading and public comment.

• Final reading of Franchise Agreement with Lumos Fiber
• Annexation of 332 Railroad Avenue (Tax Map #5426-02-011)
• Final reading of Fiscal Year 2024 Budget Adjustment

1 - Town Council

The Town Council will hold a first reading for the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 budget and tax levy. The body will also consider final readings for fiberoptic franchise agreements and a property annexation.

• First reading of the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Budget and Tax Levy ordinances
• Final reading of fiberoptic franchise agreements with Lumos Fiber and Ripple Fiber
• Final reading of annexation for 332 Railroad Avenue (Tax Map #5426-02-011)
• Final reading of the Fiscal Year 2024 Budget Adjustment
• Discussion of Icehouse Amphitheater policy, Town social media policy, and employee bonus programs

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold public hearings and vote on two variance requests from the sign ordinance. The first is for Outback Steakhouse at 5595 Sunset Boulevard, seeking to exceed the allowed number and size of signs. The second is for Another Broken Egg at 929 N Lake Drive. The board will also approve minutes from its March 7, 2024 meeting.

• Variance 2024-3(V): Outback Steakhouse, 5595 Sunset Blvd — requests 4 signs totaling 213.23 sq ft vs. allowed 2 signs/150 sq ft; includes three wall signs exceeding the 10% wall-area limit
• Variance 2024-4(V): Another Broken Egg, 929 N Lake Drive — sign ordinance variance
• Approval of minutes from March 7, 2024 meeting

1 - Town Council

This is a special called work session of the Lexington Town Council, held immediately after a special called council meeting. The main business item is a discussion and recommendation regarding the proposed 2025 budget, presented by Town Administrator Rachelle Gleaton, in preparation for the May 6, 2024 council meeting. The agenda also includes time for comments from media, public, and staff.

• Proposed 2025 Budget presented by Town Administrator Rachelle Gleaton

1 - Town Council

The Lexington Town Council is holding a special called meeting to discuss and give first reading to an ordinance amending the FY 2024 budget. The adjustment reallocates $355,498 from contingency funds to cover various capital and technology items across departments, with no new appropriations. The meeting also includes an executive session on legal and contractual matters, including fiberoptic franchise agreements.

• First reading of FY 2024 budget adjustment totaling $355,498, funded by contingency funds
• Police capital: $63,751 for Tasers, radar units, and training targets
• Parks capital: $120,453 for parking lot paving and equipment
• Planning, Building & Technology: $107,510 for iPads, generator, fire alarm, and other equipment
• Transportation: $25,000 for downtown parking study

1 - Town Council

The Lexington Town Council is holding a special called meeting to discuss and potentially act on several items, including a fiberoptic cable franchise agreement with Ripple Fiber, Inc., an appeal of a utilities availability letter, and proposed telecommunications agreements. The meeting includes an executive session for contractual and legal matters, followed by public hearings and votes on the Ripple Fiber franchise and Pilgrim Point streetlights.

• Final reading: Non-exclusive franchise agreement with Ripple Fiber, Inc. for fiberoptic cable installation (20-year term, renewable up to 50 years, $750 statutory fee)
• First reading: Franchise agreement for Lumos Fiber (title only)
• Final reading: Pilgrim Point streetlights
• Executive session: Paving of dirt roads, appeal of utilities availability letter, telecommunications agreements
• Public hearing: Granting of fiberoptic cable franchise agreement to Ripple Fiber

1 - Town Council

The Lexington Town Council is holding a work session to discuss and make recommendations for the May 6, 2024, Council meeting. Items include an Icehouse Amphitheater policy update, town communications improvements, a youth council, a small business advisory committee, and a dedication plaque policy. The agenda also includes a donation to the Lexington Police Department Foundation from Chili Cookoff proceeds.

• Donation to Lexington Police Department Foundation from 2024 Chili Cookoff proceeds (Bill & Vickie Shanahan, Blowfish Baseball)
• Icehouse Amphitheater Policy Update (Downtown Venue Promoter Walker Brewer)
• Town Communications Improvements (Town Administrator Rachelle Gleaton)
• Town of Lexington Youth Council (Town Administrator Rachelle Gleaton)
• Small Business Advisory Committee (Town Administrator Rachelle Gleaton)

1 - Town Council

The Lexington Town Council will hold a regular meeting with an executive session on fiberoptic cable franchise agreements, followed by public hearings and votes on several items. Key actions include first readings on an appeal for utility service, a fiberoptic franchise agreement, and an annexation, plus a final reading on an impact fee ordinance amendment. The agenda also includes proclamations, awards, and appointments.

• First Reading: Fiberoptic Cable Franchise Agreement
• First Reading: Annexation of 332 Railroad Avenue (Tax Map #5426-02-011)
• Final Reading: Impact Fee Ordinance Amendment (Section 9.11 Special Cases)
• Resolution: Saxe Gotha-Lexington Public Facilities Corporation Bond Anticipation Notes (Icehouse TIF)
• Business License Revocation

2- Planning Commission

The Lexington Planning Commission will consider two new business items: a request to substitute a pickleball court for the swimming pool in the Cross Creek subdivision's approved amenity plan, and a recommendation on zoning and road classification for a proposed annexation at 332 Railroad Avenue. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the January 17, 2024 meeting. The meeting is a regular session with public comment periods.

• Request to revise Cross Creek subdivision amenity plan: replace 20' x 40' pool with 20' x 44' pickleball court
• Annexation of Lexington County Tax Map #5426-02-011 at 332 Railroad Avenue (0.52 acres, single-family home)
• Recommended zoning for 332 Railroad Avenue: Protected Residential; Railroad Avenue classified as Local Road
• Approval of minutes from January 17, 2024 Planning Commission meeting

1 - Town Council

The Lexington Town Council is holding a special meeting with an executive session to discuss legal advice on the Business License Ordinance, review agenda items, and receive an update on pending litigation. After returning to open session, the council may take action on these matters. The open session includes a proclamation for Save Soil Day and a resolution requesting a new county transportation committee.

• Executive session: legal advice on Business License Ordinance
• Executive session: update on pending litigation matter
• Proclamation: Save Soil Day, March 21, 2024
• Resolution: Requesting Lexington County Delegation to establish a new County Transportation Committee

1 - Town Council

The Lexington Town Council is holding a work session to discuss items for the April 1, 2024, council meeting. Topics include financial transparency, Small Business Advisory Committee applications, Pilgrim Point streetlights, and 2024 accommodations tax applications. The council will also receive information on a Facade Improvement Grant Award.

• Discussion of financial transparency/transparency center
• Small Business Advisory Committee applications
• Pilgrim Point streetlights
• Accommodations Tax 2024 applications
• Facade Improvement Grant Award information

Traffic Committee

The Lexington Traffic Committee is meeting to approve minutes from January and discuss road projects, including the Mineral Springs right turn-lane and the status of Whiteford Way. They will also consider a four-way stop and speeding issues near Barr Lake and Saw Cheek/Rainbow Shad.

• Approval of January 10, 2024 meeting minutes
• Mineral Springs right turn-lane project
• Whiteford Way status update
• Four-way stop and speeding near Barr Lake & Saw Cheek/Rainbow Shad

Board of Appearance

The Board is reviewing design elements for 116 East Main Street. The agenda includes inspirational photos and material specifications for the project.

• Review of steel trellis and terrace privacy screens at 116 East Main Street
• Review of materials including brick veneer, block veneer, and stucco
• Review of signage and gas lanterns

1 - Town Council

The Town Council is holding a special called meeting to consider entering a proposed road maintenance agreement with Lexington County, which revoked the 1978 agreement as of February 2024. The new agreement outlines conditions for County maintenance of roads and stormwater drainage in residential developments, with the Town retaining responsibility for sidewalks. Council may also take action on matters discussed in executive session, including a franchise agreement negotiation.

• Consideration of Lexington County Road Maintenance Agreement
• County revoked 1978 road maintenance agreement as of end of February 2024
• New agreement assigns sidewalk maintenance and liability to the Town
• Agreement terminates five years from execution unless extended
• Executive session on contractual negotiations, including a franchise agreement

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Lexington Board of Zoning Appeals will hold public hearings and vote on three variance requests. Two requests seek to reduce the front yard setback from 30 to 20 feet on lots in the Nightingale Hills subdivision to allow two-car garages. A third request seeks multiple sign ordinance variances for the Outback Steakhouse at 5595 Sunset Boulevard, including more signs and larger wall signage than allowed.

• Variance 2024-1(V): reduce front setback from 30 to 20 feet at 735 House Finch Run (Lot 46)
• Variance 2024-2(V): reduce front setback from 30 to 20 feet at 816 Orange Oriole Way (Lot 25)
• Variance 2024-3(V): allow 6 signs totaling 475.56 sq ft instead of 2 signs/150 sq ft at 5595 Sunset Blvd
• All five proposed wall signs at Outback Steakhouse would exceed the 10% wall-area limit
• Approval of minutes from February 1, 2024

Saxe Gotha - Lexington Public Facilities Corporation

The Board of Directors is reviewing resolutions to authorize the issuance of revenue bonds and bond anticipation notes. These funds are intended to provide interim financing for the Corley Mill and Ice House redevelopment project areas.

• Resolution for Corley Mill Redevelopment Project Area bonds/notes
• Resolution for Ice House Redevelopment Project Area bonds/notes
• Corley Mill TIF Bond maximum authorization of $10,000,000
• Corley Mill BANs not to exceed $3,740,000
• Icehouse BANs not to exceed $4,790,000

1 - Town Council

The Lexington Town Council will hold a regular meeting with an executive session, presentations, and several public hearings. Key actions include authorizing a bond anticipation note rollover for the Corley Mill TIF, final readings on mutual aid agreements and two annexations, and recognition of award recipients.

• Resolution authorizing Saxe Gotha-Lexington Public Facilities Corporation Bond Anticipation Notes for Corley Mill TIF
• Final reading of ordinance for mutual aid agreements with Lexington Police Department and 39 entities
• Final reading of ordinance annexing 315 Reed Avenue (Tax Map #4317-09-006)
• Final reading of ordinance annexing property in 100 block of Industrial Drive (Tax Map #5498-05-045)
• Presentations: Chili Cookoff recognition and Police Department Lifesaver Award

1 - Town Council

The Lexington Town Council will hold a work session to discuss financial transparency for record posting, a resolution authorizing the roll-over of Corley Mill TIF bond anticipation notes, and downtown rideshare locations. They will also receive information on the police department's cannon firing, communication survey results, and 2024 priorities. The meeting includes an executive session for personnel, contractual, and legal matters.

• Resolution authorizing Saxe Gotha-Lexington Public Facilities Corporation Bond Anticipation Notes for Corley Mill TIF (roll-over due March 15, 2024)
• Discussion of financial transparency for record posting
• Downtown rideshare locations: old valet zone in front of Barrio/Allodia's and unmarked spots in front of old courthouse on Main Street, starting 5:00 pm daily
• 2023 Audit presentation by Randy M. Cooper, CPA, CFE, The Brittingham Group, LLC
• Information: LPD and Old Guard firing cannon on April 20, 2024; communication survey initial results; Council's top priorities for 2024

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Lexington Board of Zoning Appeals will vote on two variance requests. The first seeks to subdivide a parcel at 329-337 Railroad Avenue into four lots, requiring side setback and lot size variances. The second seeks to waive a parking lot connectivity requirement for a storage facility at 5150 Sunset Boulevard. The board will also approve minutes from a prior meeting.

• Variance 2023-7(V): Side yard setback and lot size variance for four proposed lots at 329-337 Railroad Avenue
• Variance 2023-8(V): Connectivity requirement variance for commercial development at 5150 Sunset Boulevard
• Planning Commission declined to recommend rezoning for the Railroad Avenue property
• Storage Units Lexington LLC requests variance due to adjacent owner's objection to proposed parking lot connection
• Approval of minutes from December 14, 2023 meeting

1 - Town Council

The Lexington Town Council will hold a regular meeting on January 29, 2024, starting with an executive session on personnel, contractual, and legal matters. In open session, they will consider several new business items, including an emergency ordinance for Maiden Lane wastewater services, first readings of annexation and rezoning ordinances, mutual aid agreements with police, and appointments. The meeting also includes a vision plan update, traffic update, and a presentation from the Knights of Columbus.

• Emergency Ordinance for Maiden Lane Wastewater Services
• First Reading: Annexation of 315 Reed Avenue (Tax Map #4317-09-006)
• First Reading: Rezone 329-337 Railroad Avenue
• First Reading: Annexation in 100 Block of Industrial Drive (Tax Map #5498-05-045)
• First Reading: Mutual Aid Agreements with Lexington Police Department and 39 entities

2- Planning Commission

The Lexington Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting on January 17, 2024, to consider several items including a rezoning request, a proposed amendment to the Development Impact Fee Ordinance, and two annexation requests. The meeting will also include public comments and other business.

• Rezone 329 Railroad Avenue from Protected Residential to Protected Residential Two
• Proposed amendment to Section 9.11 of the Development Impact Fee Ordinance
• Annexation of 315 Reed Avenue (Tax Map #4317-09-006)
• Annexation of property in the 100 block of Industrial Drive (Tax Map #5498-05-045)

1 - Town Council

The Lexington Town Council is holding a work session to discuss and make recommendations on several business items for the upcoming January 29 meeting. Topics include town email accounts, mutual aid agreements for the police department, utility terms of service, and appointments to various boards and commissions. The council will also set its top priorities for 2024. An executive session is scheduled to discuss personnel, a contractual matter, and legal advice.

• Executive session on Corley Mill/Sunset Blvd engineering contract
• Mutual aid agreements with Lexington Police Department and 39 entities
• Utilities terms of service agreement
• Appointments to Board of Appearance, Historic Preservation, Planning Commission, and Zoning Appeals
• Council's top priorities for 2024

Traffic Committee

The Lexington Traffic Committee is meeting to approve minutes from October 2023 and discuss several road projects, including the N Lake Corridor 2 and US 378 @ Old Cherokee, Sunset Split Corley Mill, Mineral Springs right turn-lane, and Whiteford Way status. They will also consider rideshare loading zones on Main Street and review data at Middlebrook Dr. and Parker St. for a do not block "X" request. The meeting includes town administrator comments and is scheduled for the 2nd Wednesday every other month.

• Approval of October 2023 meeting minutes
• N Lake Corridor 2 & US 378 @ Old Cherokee road project
• Sunset Split Corley Mill road project
• Mineral Springs right turn-lane project
• Rideshare loading zones on Main Street

Board of Appearance

The Board of Appearance is reviewing several building proposals and a grant application. A primary focus is a 101-room Courtyard Hotel project in the downtown area.

• Proposed Courtyard Hotel at 116 E Main Street
• Revised building proposal for Clutch Coffee at 308 Columbia Avenue
• Proposed Valvoline Oil Change Station at 5362 Sunset Boulevard
• Facade Grant Application at 136 E. Main Street

1 - Town Council

The Lexington Town Council is holding a regular meeting with a public hearing and final vote on annexing a property at 5079 Augusta Road. The council will also consider an appeal of an impact fee assessment, appoint a municipal clerk, and receive updates on the town's vision plan and traffic.

• Final reading of ordinance to annex property at 5079 Augusta Road (Tax Map #5596-01-016)
• Appeal of impact fee assessment by Premier Elite Medical Services
• Appointment of Municipal Clerk
• Proclamation for Hugh Rogers by Mayor Hazel Livingston
• LPD Officer of the Year and Lifesaver awards