Pickens County, SC

Name: Pickens County Council — Pickens County, SC
Start: 2026-11-02T18:30:00
Location: 222 McDaniel Avenue, Pickens

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Pickens CountySC averageUS Census ACS

Population

132,604

Per-capita income

$33,075

Median home value

$216,000

Bachelor's or higher

27%

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Who’s on the Public Service Commission

Dennis
Farrish
Kern
Osbourne
Saitta
Tate

Municipal budget

US Census Annual Survey of Local Government Finances

Total revenue$79.9M (FY2023)

Total spending$60.5M (FY2023)

Taxes$54.4M (FY2023)

Debt outstanding$27.9M (FY2023)

Spending per resident$458 (FY2023)

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Mon Nov 2, 2026 · 18:30

Pickens County Council

222 McDaniel Avenue, Pickens

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Mon Nov 2, 2026 · 18:30

Pickens County Council

222 McDaniel Avenue, Pickens

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Mon Nov 16, 2026 · 18:30

Mid Month Meeting

222 McDaniel Avenue, Pickens

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Mon Nov 16, 2026 · 15:10

Mid Month Meeting

222 McDaniel Avenue, Pickens

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Thu Nov 19, 2026 · 18:00

Library Board of Trustees

105 Commons Way, Central

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Mon Dec 7, 2026 · 18:30

Pickens County Council

222 McDaniel Avenue, Pickens

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Mon Dec 7, 2026 · 18:30

Pickens County Council

222 McDaniel Avenue, Pickens

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Mon Dec 21, 2026 · 15:10

Mid Month Meeting

222 McDaniel Avenue, Pickens

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Mon Dec 21, 2026 · 18:30

Mid Month Meeting

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Mon Jan 4, 2027 · 18:30

Pickens County Council

222 McDaniel Avenue, Pickens

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Mon Jan 18, 2027 · 18:30

Mid Month Meeting

222 McDaniel Avenue, Pickens

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Mon Jan 18, 2027 · 15:10

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Mon Feb 1, 2027 · 18:30

Pickens County Council

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Mon Feb 15, 2027 · 15:10

Mid Month Meeting

222 McDaniel Avenue, Pickens

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Mon Mar 1, 2027 · 18:30

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Mon Apr 5, 2027 · 18:30

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Mon Apr 19, 2027 · 15:10

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Mon May 3, 2027 · 18:30

Pickens County Council

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Mon May 17, 2027 · 15:10

Mid Month Meeting

222 McDaniel Avenue, Pickens

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Mon Jun 7, 2027 · 18:30

Pickens County Council

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Mon Oct 19, 2026 · 15:10

Mid Month Meeting

222 McDaniel Avenue, Pickens

Mon Oct 19, 2026 · 18:30

Mid Month Meeting

Council to hold public hearing on Lake Keowee and Lake Jocassee overlay district

The Pickens County Council will conduct a public hearing regarding revisions to an ordinance for the Lake Keowee and Lake Jocassee Overlay District. The body will also consider a first reading of an ordinance regarding construction noise.

Public hearing on Ordinance No. 684 (Lake Keowee and Lake Jocassee Overlay District)
First reading of Ordinance No. 693 regarding construction noise
Executive session regarding Boards and Commissions applications

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222 McDaniel Avenue, Pickens

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222 MCDANIEL AVENUE, B-1 ∙ PICKENS, SC 29671 ∙ 864.898.5856 ∙ WWW.CO.PICKENS.SC.US COUNCIL MEMBERS Alex Saitta, Chairman Chris Lollis, Vice Chairman Dale Holloway, Vice Chair Pro-Tem C. Claiborne Linvill Scott Lang Chris Bowers COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR Ken Roper CLERK TO COUNCIL Jessica Varney PICKENS COUNTY COUNCIL MID-MONTH MEETING Monday, October 19, 2026 6:30 PM Council Chambers, County Administration Facility 222 McDaniel Avenue, Pickens SC 29671 Please note the change of location from Main Conference Room to Council Chambers. 1. WELCOME AND CALL TO ORDER: INVOCATION: PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Chairman Alex Saitta Councilor Scott Lang Councilor Scott Lang 2. PUBLIC HEARING a) Public Hearing of and Revisions to Ordinance No. 684 Establishing A Lake Keowee and Lake Jocassee Overlay District to Protect Water Quality, Conserve Natural Resources, Safeguard Drinking Water and Other Matters Related Thereto 3. FIRST READING a) First Reading in Title Only of an Ordinance No. 693 Amending Chapter 8 of the Pickens County Code of Ordinances and Article 9 of the Pickens County Unified Development Standards Ordinance regarding Construction Noise and Matters Related Thereto 4. EXECUTIVE SESSION a) Boards and Commissions - Section 30-4-70(a)(1) Boards and Commissions Applications 5. ACTION ON EXECUTIVE SESSION ITEMS (as needed) 6. ADJOURN

Thu Oct 8, 2026 · 12:00

General

222 McDaniel Ave., Pickens

Tue Oct 6, 2026 · 16:00

Library Board of Trustees

15 South Palmetto St, Liberty

Mon Oct 5, 2026 · 18:30

Pickens County Council

Pickens County Council weighs extending moratorium on development permits

Pickens County Council meets Monday, October 5, 2026 at 6:30 PM at 222 McDaniel Avenue, Pickens. The main decisions are second reading of Ordinance No. 692, which would extend for three months a temporary moratorium on permit applications for commercial lodging, solar farms, major subdivisions of three or more lots, and multifamily dwellings, including within the Highway 8 Corridor; and third readings of Ordinance No. 689 amending the Unified Development Standards Ordinance development areas map in Council District 4, and Ordinance No. 686 revising development standards for solar energy utilities. The agenda also includes committee reports, a museum presentation, updates on a compensation study and council chambers audio upgrades, and an executive session on a Hagood Mill lease agreement and boards and commissions applications.

Second reading of Ordinance No. 692: three-month extension of the temporary moratorium on permits for commercial lodging, solar farms, major subdivisions of 3+ lots, and multifamily dwellings, including in the Highway 8 Corridor
Third reading of Ordinance No. 689: amends the Unified Development Standards Ordinance development areas map in County Council District 4
Third reading of Ordinance No. 686: revised development standards for solar energy utilities
Executive session on the Hagood Mill Lease Agreement (contractual) and Boards and Commissions applications
Updates on the Evergreen Solutions compensation and classification study and audio upgrades for Council Chambers

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222 McDaniel Avenue, Pickens

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222 MCDANIEL AVENUE, B-1 ∙ PICKENS, SC 29671 ∙ 864.898.5856 ∙ WWW.CO.PICKENS.SC.US COUNCIL MEMBERS Alex Saitta, Chairman Chris Lollis, Vice Chairman Dale Holloway, Vice Chair Pro-Tem C. Claiborne Linvill Scott Lang Chris Bowers COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR Ken Roper CLERK TO COUNCIL Jessica Varney PICKENS COUNTY COUNCIL MEETING Monday, October 5, 2026 6:30 PM Council Chambers, County Administration Facility 222 McDaniel Avenue, Pickens SC 29671 Doors open to the public at 6:00 p.m. This meeting is being held to conform with the South Carolina Freedom of Information Act and Council's organizational rules. The public has been notified of the date, time and place of the meeting. Public notice and the agenda was placed on the county website and the bulletin board at the county administration building at least 24 hours prior to the start of the meeting. 1. WELCOME AND CALL TO ORDER: INVOCATION: PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Chairman Alex Saitta Councilor Scott Lang Dr. Henry Hunt, with introduction by State Representative Davey Hiott 2. PUBLIC FORUM Comments are limited to 3 minutes per participant. Sign up at the meeting if you would like to speak. 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: a) September 8, 2026 Council Meeting b) September 21, 2026 Mid-Month Council Meeting 4. ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT 5. COMMITTEE REPORTS: a) UDSO Ad Hoc Committee Report by Councilor Holloway b) Update on Proposed 7OH Task Force by Councilor Linvill 6. COUNC …

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Mon Oct 5, 2026 · 18:30

Pickens County Council

222 McDaniel Avenue, Pickens

Thu Oct 1, 2026 · 13:00

Pickens County Council

Pickens County Council ad hoc committee to discuss noise and special event ordinances

The Pickens County Council's UDSO Ad Hoc Committee meets Thursday, October 1, 2026 at 1:00 PM in the Main Conference Room at 222 McDaniel Avenue, Pickens. The agenda lists discussion of noise ordinances, a special event ordinance, and other committee goals, plus approval of the August 10, 2026 meeting minutes. No votes, dollar amounts, or specific proposals are included in the agenda text.

Discussion of noise ordinances
Discussion of a special event ordinance
Discussion of other committee goals
Approval of August 10, 2026 UDSO Ad Hoc Committee meeting minutes

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222 McDaniel Ave., Pickens

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222 MCDANIEL AVENUE, B-1 ∙ PICKENS, SC 29671 ∙ 864.898.5856 ∙ WWW.CO.PICKENS.SC.US COUNCIL MEMBERS Alex Saitta, Chairman Chris Lollis, Vice Chairman Dale Holloway, Vice Chair Pro-Tem C. Claiborne Linvill Scott Lang Chris Bowers COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR Ken Roper CLERK TO COUNCIL Jessica Varney PICKENS COUNTY COUNCIL AD HOC COMMITTEE MEETING Thursday, October 1, 2026 1:00 PM Main Conference Room, County Administration Facility 222 McDaniel Avenue, Pickens SC 29671 This meeting is being held to conform with the South Carolina Freedom of Information Act and Council's organizational rules. The public has been notified of the date, time and place of the meeting. Public notice and the agenda were placed on the county website and bulletin board at the county administration building at least 24 hours prior to the start of the meeting. 1. WELCOME AND CALL TO ORDER: INVOCATION: PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: UDSO Ad Hoc Chairman Holloway UDSO Ad Hoc Vice Chairman Saitta UDSO Ad Hoc Vice Chairman Saitta 2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES a) August 10, 2026 - UDSO Ad Hoc Committee Meeting Minutes 3. DISCUSSION: a) Noise Ordinances b) Special Event Ordinance c) Other Committee Goals 4. ADJOURN

Mon Sep 21, 2026 · 15:10

Mid Month Meeting

222 McDaniel Avenue, Pickens

Mon Sep 21, 2026 · 18:30

Pickens County Council

Council to hold public hearings on solar, hotel, and development standards

The Pickens County Council will hold public hearings regarding revisions to ordinances for solar energy utilities, hotel development standards, and the Unified Development Standards Ordinance. The council will also conduct a work session regarding the Lake Keowee and Lake Jocassee Overlay District.

Public hearing for Ordinance No. 686 regarding solar energy utility standards
Public hearing for Ordinance No. 691 regarding hotel development standards
Public hearing for amendments to the Unified Development Standards Ordinance map in District 4
Work session on Ordinance No. 684 regarding the Lake Keowee and Lake Jocassee Overlay District
Executive session regarding a lease agreement for the Pickens County Performing Arts Center

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222 McDaniel Ave., Pickens

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222 MCDANIEL AVENUE, B-1 ∙ PICKENS, SC 29671 ∙ 864.898.5856 ∙ WWW.CO.PICKENS.SC.US COUNCIL MEMBERS Alex Saitta, Chairman Chris Lollis, Vice Chairman Dale Holloway, Vice Chair Pro-Tem C. Claiborne Linvill Scott Lang Chris Bowers COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR Ken Roper CLERK TO COUNCIL Jessica Varney PICKENS COUNTY COUNCIL MID-MONTH MEETING Monday, September 21, 2026 6:30 PM Main Conference Room, County Administration Facility 222 McDaniel Avenue, Pickens SC 29671 1. WELCOME AND CALL TO ORDER: INVOCATION: PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Chairman Alex Saitta Chairman Alex Saitta Chairman Alex Saitta 2. ORDINANCES FOR PUBLIC HEARING: a) Public Hearing and Revisions to an Ordinance No. 686 to Amend the Pickens County Unified Development Standards Ordinance to Establish Revised Development Standards for Solar Energy Utilities, and Other Matters Related Thereto. b) Public Hearing and Revisions to an Ordinance Amending the Unified Development Standards Ordinance, Development Areas Map Within County Council District 4 and Matters Related Thereto. c) Public Hearing and Revisions to an Ordinance No. 691 to Amend the Pickens County Unified Development Standards Ordinance to Establish Revised Development Standards for Hotels and Other Matters Related Thereto. 3. COUNCIL WORK SESSION a) Discussion and Revisions to Ordinance No. 684 Establishing a Lake Keowee and Lake Jocassee Overlay District to Protect Water Quality, Conserve Natural Resou …

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Mon Sep 21, 2026 · 18:30

Mid Month Meeting

222 McDaniel Avenue, Pickens

Thu Sep 17, 2026 · 18:00

Library Board of Trustees

Library board to weigh book challenge, FOIA policy, tech plan

The Pickens County Library System Board of Trustees will meet to discuss and potentially act on several policy items, including a FOIA policy recommendation, the director's evaluation timeline, and a request to reconsider the book 'The Earth, My Butt, and other Big Round Things' by Carolyn Mackler. The board will also hear the library director's report covering the summer reading program, budget, renovations, and other operational updates. An executive session is scheduled for a personnel matter related to the director search committee.

Request for Reconsideration appeal: 'The Earth, My Butt, and other Big Round Things' by Carolyn Mackler
Discussion/action: Changes to Friends of the Library Policy
Discussion/action: Collection Development Funding Certification
Discussion/action: State Aid Agreement / Library Budget Form
Discussion/action: PCLS Technology Plan for FY 26-27

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124 N Catherine St., Pickens

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Pickens County Library System | 304 Biltmore Road Easley, South Carolina 29640 | (864) 850-7077 PCLS BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETING AGENDA 6:00 pm September 17, 2026 Village Library 124 N Catherine Street Pickens, SC 29671 PRESIDING: Mr. Danny Parton, Chair- District 3 (Pickens) Dr. Alfred Wheeler – District 1 (Clemson) Mr. Robert Sams – District 5 (Easley) Ms. Nancy Miller, Sec – District 2 (Six Mile/Central) Mr. Brian Aiken – District 6 (Dacusville) Ms. Alesa Pinkerton, V. Chair – District 4 (Liberty) Mr. Mark Kilburn, Treasurer – At Large 1. Call Meeting to Order a. Roll Call for the Record b. Accept Agenda as written 2. Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance 3. Public Comments – Limit to (3) minutes each (Total 30 minutes) 4. Approval of Minutes a. Search Committee Meeting 7/9/2026 b. Regular Meeting 7/16/2026 c. Search Committee Meeting 7/22/2026 d. Search Committee Meeting 8/26/2026 e. Policy Committee Meeting 8/27/2026 5. Library Directors Report f. Summer Reading Club Report g. Financial Report & Budget Process h. Weeding Schedule & Process i. Overdrive Checkout Process for Ebooks and Audiobooks j. Parenting Section – new collection area in all libraries k. Library Renovation Updates l. Friends Report 6. Old Business a. Foundation Board Report b. Discussion and possible action: Changes to Friends of the Library Policy c. Discussion and possible action: Collection Development Funding Certification d. Discussion and possible acti …

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Mon Sep 14, 2026 · 18:00

Planning Commission

Planning Commission holds public hearings on two subdivision variances and a commercial marina development.

The Pickens County Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three specific land use items. These include two subdivision variances and one commercial development proposal for the Sunset Marina. The agenda also includes a review of the Development Areas Map Revision.

Subdivision Variance SDV-26-0002 at TMS#: 4058-17-10-2412
Subdivision Variance SDV-26-0003 at TMS#: 4145-00-32-7724
Commercial Development LU-26-0008 for Sunset Marina at TMS#: 4130-00-61-0769
Development Areas Map Revision

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222 McDaniel Ave., Pickens

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Planning Commission 222 MCDANIEL AVENUE, B-10 • PICKENS, SC 29671 • 864.898.5956 • WWW.PICKENSCOUNTYSC.GOV MEMBERS PETER GREENBERGER, District 4 Chair JESSICA MASSEY, District 6 Vice Chair ERIN GRIFFIN, District 1 MIKE MCCLURE, District 2 RON CHRISTIAN, District 3 KELSEY CROOKS, District 5 ERIK GREEN., At-Large AGENDA Pickens County Administration Building Main Conference Room 222 McDaniel Avenue, Pickens, South Carolina September 14, 2026 Planning Commission Meeting – 6:00pm I. Welcome and Call to Order Moment of Silence Pledge of Allegiance II. Introduction of Members III. Approval of Minutes August 10, 2026 IV. Public Comment Members of the public are invited to address the Planning Commission on relevant topics not on this agenda. V. Public Hearings SDV-26-0002: Subdivision Variance at TMS#: 4058-17-10-2412 SDV-26-0003: Subdivision Variance at TMS#: 4145-00-32-7724 LU-26-0008: Commercial Development – Sunset Marina at TMS#: 4130-00-61-0769 Development Areas Map Revision VI. New Business VII. Commissioner and Staff Discussion VIII. Adjourn

Mon Sep 14, 2026 · 18:00

Emergency Services Advisory Board

Emergency Services Board to discuss FY27 budget and capital funding

The Pickens County Emergency Services Advisory Board will discuss the Fiscal Year 2027 budget and emergency services capital funding. The meeting also includes updates on the Communications Center transition and Medic 1.

FY27 Budget discussion
Emergency Services Capital Funding discussion
Communications Center Transition update
Medic 1 report
Summer activity recap

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224 McDaniel Ave., Pickens

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Pickens County Emergency Services Board 6PM Monday August 14, 2026 Pickens County Emergency Response Center 224 McDaniel Ave, Pickens, SC 29671 Call to Order Chairman William Daniel Invocation Pledge of Allegiance Welcome Guests Chairman William Daniel Approval of Minutes Emergency Services Report Dietrich Easter Old Business Emergency Services Capital Funding FY27 Budget Communications Center Transition Medic 1 New Business Recap of summer activity Round Table Discussion Board Members Next Regular Meeting Monday October 12, 2026

Wed Sep 9, 2026 · 12:00

Behavorial Health Services of Pickens County

Behavioral Health Services of Pickens County holds September board meeting

The Executive Board of Directors will meet to review financial and program reports. The agenda includes discussions on 2027 PEBA insurance premiums and a proposed policy change.

Research Activities Update from MUSC
2027 PEBA Insurance Premiums discussion
Proposed Policy Change
Executive Director’s Performance Evaluation
Board Member Reappointment Applications

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208 E 1st Ave. , Easley

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V2 BHSPC LA Behavioral Health Services of Pickens County we ...where change begins EXECUTIVE BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 9, 2026 12:00 P.M. BHSPC BOARD ROOM, 208 E. 1 AVE., EASLEY, SC 29640 _ Call to Order Il. — Public Input Ill. | Research Activities Update — Elizabeth Chapman, Research Program Manager, MUSC IV. Approval and Adoption a. September 9, 2026 Agenda b. August 12,2026 Minutes V. Financial Report VI. Program Report VU. Annual Program Evaluation VIII. | Board Member Reappointment Applications due September 30" IX. 2027 PEBA Insurance Premiums X. Proposed Policy Change XI. Old Business Legislative Update Research Update Drug Screen Testing Lab Update Executive Director’s Performance Evaluation — due August 1* Board Member Self-Assessment and Board Assessment goose XII. New Business XIU. Executive Session XIV. Action from Executive Session XV. Adjournment 208 E. 1“ Ave. @ Easley, South Carolina 29640 @ phone: (864) 898-5800 @ fax: (864) 898-5804 ¢ www.bhspickens.com

Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 18:30

Pickens County Council

222 McDaniel Avenue, Pickens

Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 18:30

Pickens County Council

County council to extend moratorium on major developments for three months

The Pickens County Council will meet to conduct routine business including approval of prior meeting minutes, administrative reports, and committee updates. The council will also consider first, second, and third readings of several ordinances, including an extension of a temporary moratorium on certain development permits and a public hearing on a fee-in-lieu-of-tax agreement for a project known as 'Project Brothers'.

First reading of Ordinance No. 692 extending a three-month moratorium on permits for commercial lodging, solar farms, major subdivisions, and multifamily dwellings
Second reading of Ordinance No. 691 amending development standards for hotels
Public hearing and third reading of Ordinance No. 687 authorizing a fee-in-lieu-of-tax agreement with 'Project Brothers'
Public hearing to establish the annual millage rate for FY 2026-2027
Executive session to discuss economic development, lease agreements, and legal advice

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222 McDaniel Avenue, Pickens

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222 MCDANIEL AVENUE, B-1 ∙ PICKENS, SC 29671 ∙ 864.898.5856 ∙ WWW.CO.PICKENS.SC.US COUNCIL MEMBERS Alex Saitta, Chairman Chris Lollis, Vice Chairman Dale Holloway, Vice Chair Pro-Tem C. Claiborne Linvill Scott Lang Chris Bowers COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR Ken Roper CLERK TO COUNCIL Jessica Varney PICKENS COUNTY COUNCIL MEETING Tuesday, September 8, 2026 6:30 PM Council Chambers, County Administration Facility 222 McDaniel Avenue, Pickens SC 29671 This meeting is being held to conform with the South Carolina Freedom of Information Act and Council's organizational rules. The public has been notified of the date, time and place of the meeting. Public notice and the agenda was placed on the county website and the bulletin board at the county administration building at least 24 hours prior to the start of the meeting. 1. WELCOME AND CALL TO ORDER: INVOCATION: PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Chairman Alex Saitta Chairman Alex Saitta Pickens Middle School House Leaders: Ellis Corn, Sydney Griggs, Josee Kelly, Noah Reeves, and London Wakefield, with introduction by Principal James King 2. PUBLIC FORUM. Comments are limited to 3 minutes per participant. Sign up at meeting if you would like to speak. 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: a) August 3, 2026 Council Meeting b) August 17, 2026 Mid-Month Council Meeting 4. ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT 5. COMMITTEE REPORTS: 6. COUNCIL CORRESPONDENCE Notification of future meeting dates and/or changes as well as c …

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Mon Sep 7, 2026 · 18:30

Pickens County Council

222 McDaniel Avenue, Pickens

Mon Aug 31, 2026 · 18:00

General

Pickens County Board of Appeals to review planning appeals

The Pickens County Board of Appeals is meeting to discuss planning appeals and approve minutes from previous meetings. The agenda includes only procedural items and a general discussion of planning appeals, with no specific cases listed.

Approval of minutes from August 25, 2025, and May 4, 2026
Board and staff discussion on planning appeals

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222 McDaniel Ave., Pickens

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Board of Appeals 222 MCDANIEL AVENUE, B-10 • PICKENS, SC 29671 • 864.898.5956 • WWW.PICKENSCOUNTYSC.GOV MEMBERS KEN ROGERS Chair JOSH MEDLIN Vice Chair ELIZABETH HOWARD ROBERT MOORE BOB FETTERLY ELIZABETH VOGT ALISON FULLER AGENDA Pickens County Administration Building Main Conference Room 222 McDaniel Avenue, Pickens, South Carolina August 31, 2026 Board of Appeals Meeting – 6:00 pm I. Welcome and Call to Order II. Introduction of Members III. Approval of Minutes August 25, 2025 May 4, 2026 IV. Board and Staff Discussion Planning Appeals V. Adjourn

Mon Aug 17, 2026 · 18:30

Pickens County Council

222 McDaniel Avenue, Pickens

Mon Aug 17, 2026 · 18:30

Mid Month Meeting

Council to discuss solar, lake overlay, hotel ordinances

The Pickens County Council is holding a mid-month meeting to discuss and revise three draft ordinances: one setting new development standards for solar energy utilities, one creating a Lake Keowee and Lake Jocassee overlay district to protect water quality, and one establishing revised standards for hotels. The council will also hold a second reading of an ordinance amending the development areas map in County Council District 4. No final votes are scheduled on the draft ordinances at this meeting.

Draft Ordinance No. 686: revised development standards for solar energy utilities
Draft Ordinance No. 684: Lake Keowee and Lake Jocassee overlay district for water quality protection
Draft Ordinance No. 691: revised development standards for hotels
Second reading of Ordinance No. 689: amending development areas map in Council District 4

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222 McDaniel Avenue, Pickens

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222 MCDANIEL AVENUE, B-1 ∙ PICKENS, SC 29671 ∙ 864.898.5856 ∙ WWW.CO.PICKENS.SC.US COUNCIL MEMBERS Alex Saitta, Chairman Chris Lollis, Vice Chairman Dale Holloway, Vice Chair Pro-Tem C. Claiborne Linvill Scott Lang Chris Bowers COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR Ken Roper CLERK TO COUNCIL Jessica Varney PICKENS COUNTY COUNCIL MID-MONTH MEETING Monday, August 17, 2026 6:30 PM Main Conference Room, County Administration Facility 222 McDaniel Avenue, Pickens SC 29671 This meeting is being held to conform with the South Carolina Freedom of Information Act and Council's organizational rules. The public has been notified of the date, time and place of the meeting. Public notice and the agenda was placed on the county website and the bulletin board at the county administration building at least 24 hours prior to the start of the meeting. 1. WELCOME AND CALL TO ORDER: INVOCATION: PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Chairman Alex Saitta Vice Chairman Chris Lollis Vice Chairman Chris Lollis 2. COUNCIL DISCUSSION: a) Discussion and Revision of a Draft Ordinance No. 686 to Amend the Pickens County Unified Development Standards Ordinance to Establish Revised Development Standards for Solar Energy Utilities, and Other Matters Related Thereto. b) Discussion And Revision Of A Draft Ordinance No. 684 Establishing A Lake Keowee And Lake Jocassee Overlay District To Protect Water Quality, Conserve Natural Resources, Safeguard Drinking Water And Other Matters Related …

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Mon Aug 17, 2026 · 15:10

Mid Month Meeting

222 McDaniel Avenue, Pickens

Wed Aug 12, 2026 · 12:00

Behavorial Health Services of Pickens County

Board to review finances, policies, and executive director evaluation

The Behavioral Health Services of Pickens County executive board is meeting to discuss routine operations, including clinical supervision, financial reports, program updates, and proposed policy changes. They will also review CARF preparations, the annual program evaluation, and the executive director's performance evaluation. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major funding or rezoning decisions listed.

Financial Report and Finance Committee Report
Proposed Policy Changes
Rural Health Transformation Grant update
Executive Director's Performance Evaluation (due August 1)
Drug Screen Testing Lab Update

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208 E 1st Ave. , Easley

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— Ul. IV. Vi. VIL. VII. IX, XI. XII. XII. XIV. XV. w"’’aa BHSPC LF Behavioral Health Services of Pickens County > ... where change begins EXECUTIVE BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 12, 2026 12:00 P.M. BHSPC BOARD ROOM, 208 E. 1‘ AVE., EASLEY, SC 29640 Call to Order Public Input Clinical Supervision Update — Ben Barth, Clinical Supervisor Approval and Adoption a. August 12, 2026 Agenda b. June 10, 2026 Minutes c. July 15, 2026 Financial Resources Committee Meeting Minutes Financial Report a. Finance Committee Report Program Report CARF Preparations Annual Program Evaluation Proposed Policy Changes Rural Health Transformation Grant Old Business Legislative Update Research Update Drug Screen Testing Lab Update Executive Director’s Performance Evaluation — due August 1* e. Board Member Self Assessment and Board Assessment New Business aes Executive Session Action from Executive Session Adjournment 208 E. I* Ave. @ Easley, South Carolina 29640 ¢ phone: (864) 898-5800 ¢ fax: (864) 898-5804 ¢ www.bhspickens.com

Mon Aug 10, 2026 · 18:30

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to hold public hearing on Arial Springs subdivision

The Pickens County Planning Commission will consider a by-laws amendment and hold a public hearing on a single-family development called Arial Springs at Alice Mill. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and public comment on non-agenda topics.

Public hearing on SD-26-0003: Single-Family Development – Arial Springs at Alice Mill at TMS# 5100-00-55-8301
Action item: By-Laws Amendment

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222 McDaniel Ave., Pickens

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Planning Commission 222 MCDANIEL AVENUE, B-10 • PICKENS, SC 29671 • 864.898.5956 • WWW.PICKENSCOUNTYSC.GOV MEMBERS PETER GREENBERGER, District 4 Chair JESSICA MASSEY, District 6 Vice Chair ERIN GRIFFIN, District 1 MIKE MCCLURE, District 2 RON CHRISTIAN, District 3 KELSEY CROOKS, District 5 ERIK GREEN., At-Large AGENDA Pickens County Administration Building Main Conference Room 222 McDaniel Avenue, Pickens, South Carolina August 10, 2026 Planning Commission Meeting – 6:30pm I. Welcome and Call to Order Moment of Silence Pledge of Allegiance II. Introduction of Members III. Approval of Minutes July 13, 2026 IV. Public Comment Members of the public are invited to address the Planning Commission on relevant topics not on this agenda. V. Action Items By-Laws Amendment VI. Public Hearings SD-26-0003: Single-Family Development – Arial Springs at Alice Mill at TMS#: 5100-00-55-8301 VII: New Business VIII. Commissioner and Staff Discussion IX. Adjourn

Mon Aug 10, 2026 · 18:00

Emergency Services Advisory Board

Emergency Services Board to discuss capital funding and FY27 budget

The Pickens County Emergency Services Board will meet to discuss capital funding for emergency services, the FY27 budget, and a communications center transition. The agenda also includes a report on year-to-date incident data and other operational items.

Emergency Services Capital Funding
FY27 Budget discussion
Communications Center Transition
Medic 1
Year-to-date incident data

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224 McDaniel Ave., Pickens

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Pickens County Emergency Services Board 6PM Monday August 10, 2026 Pickens County Emergency Response Center 224 McDaniel Ave, Pickens, SC 29671 Call to Order Chairman William Daniel Invocation Pledge of Allegiance Welcome Guests Chairman William Daniel Approval of Minutes Emergency Services Report Billy Gibson Old Business Emergency Services Capital Funding FY27 Budget Communications Center Transition Medic 1 Graded Exercise New Business Year-to-date incident data Round Table Discussion Board Members Next Regular Meeting Monday September 14, 2026

Mon Aug 10, 2026 · 14:30

Pickens County Council

Council to discuss UDSO noise, parking, traffic, and trespassing changes

The Pickens County Council's UDSO Ad Hoc Committee is meeting to discuss proposed changes to the Unified Development Standards Ordinance (UDSO), focusing on noise, parking, traffic, and trespassing. The agenda includes a presentation from the Sheriff's Office on noise ordinance enforcement and a discussion of resident-submitted proposals from Kay Drive, covering topics like buffer zones, grading controls, and construction noise/vibration gaps. This is a discussion-only meeting; no final decisions are scheduled.

Presentation on avenues of enforcement of a noise ordinance by Pickens County Sheriff's Office
Discussion of proposed changes regarding noise, parking, traffic, and trespassing
Resident proposals from Kay Drive include limiting post-approval flexibility and requiring functional buffer zones
Proposals include stronger controls on mass grading and land disturbance
Discussion of gaps in construction noise and vibration regulation

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222 McDaniel Avenue, Pickens

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222 MCDANIEL AVENUE, B-1 ∙ PICKENS, SC 29671 ∙ 864.898.5856 ∙ WWW.CO.PICKENS.SC.US COUNCIL MEMBERS Alex Saitta, Chairman Chris Lollis, Vice Chairman Dale Holloway, Vice Chair Pro-Tem C. Claiborne Linvill Scott Lang Chris Bowers COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR Ken Roper CLERK TO COUNCIL Jessica Varney PICKENS COUNTY COUNCIL UDSO AD HOC COMMITTEE MEETING Monday, August 10, 2026 2:30 PM Main Conference Room, County Administration Facility 222 McDaniel Avenue, Pickens SC 29671 This meeting is being held to conform with the South Carolina Freedom of Information Act and Council's organizational rules. The public has been notified of the date, time and place of the meeting. Public notice and the agenda were placed on the county website and bulletin board at the county administration building at least 24 hours prior to the start of the meeting. 1. WELCOME AND CALL TO ORDER: INVOCATION: PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Councilor Dale Holloway Councilor Alex Saitta Councilor Alex Saitta 2. ELECTION OF OFFICERS 3. OVERVIEW a) Introduction of Ad Hoc Committee and Overview of Purpose and Mission by Councilor Holloway 4. PRESENTATION a) Avenues of Enforcement of a Noise Ordinance by Pickens County Sheriff's Office 5. DISCUSSION a) Discussion of Proposed Changes Regarding Noise, Parking, Traffic, Trespassing b) Discussion of the Proposed Updates to the UDSO from Residents of Kay Drive: 1) Limit Post-Approval Flexibility 2) Address Conversations Between Residentia …

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Mon Aug 3, 2026 · 18:30

Pickens County Council

222 McDaniel Avenue, Pickens

Mon Aug 3, 2026 · 18:30

Pickens County Council

Pickens County Council to set road paving policy and hear water-quality overlay proposal

The Pickens County Council will meet on August 3, 2026, to discuss and vote on a new road paving policy based on pavement condition index and a public hearing for a Lake Keowee and Lake Jocassee water-quality overlay district. The meeting also includes routine approvals, committee reports, and an executive session for personnel and a performing arts center lease.

Establish county paving policy using weighted average pavement condition index (PCI) of 50
First reading of a resolution for road encroachment permits serving developments outside county land development jurisdiction
Public hearing for Ordinance No. 684 establishing a Lake Keowee and Lake Jocassee Overlay District to protect water quality
Approval of July 6 and July 20, 2026 council meeting minutes
Executive session for personnel matters and Pickens County Performing Arts Center lease agreement

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222 McDaniel Avenue, Pickens

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222 MCDANIEL AVENUE, B-1 ∙ PICKENS, SC 29671 ∙ 864.898.5856 ∙ WWW.CO.PICKENS.SC.US COUNCIL MEMBERS Alex Saitta, Chairman Chris Lollis, Vice Chairman Dale Holloway, Vice Chair Pro-Tem C. Claiborne Linvill Scott Lang Chris Bowers COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR Ken Roper CLERK TO COUNCIL Jessica Varney PICKENS COUNTY COUNCIL MEETING Monday, August 3, 2026 6:30 PM Council Chambers, County Administration Facility 222 McDaniel Avenue, Pickens SC 29671 This meeting is being held to conform with the South Carolina Freedom of Information Act and Council's organizational rules. The public has been notified of the date, time and place of the meeting. Public notice and the agenda was placed on the county website and the bulletin board at the county administration building at least 24 hours prior to the start of the meeting. 1. WELCOME AND CALL TO ORDER: INVOCATION: PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Chairman Alex Saitta Councilman Chris Bowers Mrs. Mildred Wood 2. PUBLIC FORUM Comments are limited to 3 minutes per participant. Sign up at meeting if you would like to speak. 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: a) July 6, 2026 Council Meeting b) July 20, 2026 Mid-Month Council Meeting 4. ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT 5. COMMITTEE REPORTS: a) Roads and Bridges Ad Hoc Committee - July 16, 2026 Recommendation from the Committee to establish the county policy of paving plans based on a weighted average pavement condition index (PCI) of 50. 6. COUNCIL CORRESPONDENCE Notification of …

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Mon Aug 3, 2026 · 18:30

Pickens County Council

222 McDaniel Avenue, Pickens

Mon Jul 27, 2026 · 09:00

General

5757 Palm Blvd, Isle of Palms

Thu Jul 23, 2026 · 16:00

General

224 McDaniel Ave., Pickens

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🌐 County-level context (Pickens County)

County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.

Net migration+1,553 people (+$112.6M net AGI · 2023)

Federal disasters (10 yr)20 ({"Hurricane": 11, "Severe Storm": 3, "Fire": 3, "Severe Ice · last Tue Apr 7, 2026)

Traffic fatalities21 (3 pedestrian · 2024)

Business establishments2,254 (28,852 employees · 2023)

Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,306/mo (776 assisted households · 2025)

Adults with low literacy20.8% (low numeracy 32% · 2017)

Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC

City profile

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$79.9M

Annual budget

$27.9M

Debt outstanding

946

Permitted housing units

The money — in

source: Census gov-finance & state comptroller

Budget

Revenue$79.9M

Spending$60.5M

Revenue ran ahead of operating spending this year.

Debt load LOW

Outstanding debt$27.9M

Debt-to-revenue0.35×

Debt-load index27 / 100

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Outcomes — economic mobility

source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research use

For kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:

White kids

0.375

All kids

0.361

Black kids

0.318

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Meeting archives

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