Tega Cay public meetings in 2023

City Council

The Tega Cay City Council is holding a regular meeting with proclamations, a presentation on wildlife contraception, and an executive session on legal advice regarding a potential deer culling agreement with USDA APHIS-WS. They will also vote on second readings of zoning amendments for mobile food vending and firearm discharge exceptions, and consider surety agreements for two developments.

• Proclamation recognizing George Jacobs III as Eagle Scout
• Proclamation recognizing Fort Mill High girls cross country team as 5A state champions and coach Lee Whitaker as SCTCCCA 5A Coach of the Year
• 2nd reading of amendment to zoning code for mobile food vending services
• 2nd reading of ordinance to amend firearm discharge code to allow wildlife control exceptions
• Consideration of surety agreements for Windell Woods Phase 1 Map 2 and River Falls Phase 1 Map 1

City Council

The Tega Cay City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss and potentially introduce two ordinances: one amending the city code on firearm discharges to allow wildlife control exceptions, and another amending Ordinance 585 to convey a portion of Marina Drive in exchange for property adjacent to Tega Cay Drive, including a sidewalk. The meeting begins with an executive session for legal advice on the Marina Drive transfer.

• Ordinance to amend Section 34-121 on discharge of firearms and firearm-like devices, with exceptions for city wildlife control
• Ordinance to amend Ordinance 585 for conveyance of a portion of Marina Drive in exchange for property adjacent to Tega Cay Drive, including a sidewalk
• Executive session for legal advice on the Marina Drive transfer

Planning Commission

The Tega Cay Planning Commission is meeting to discuss a potential zoning code amendment that would remove hotels as a permitted use in the Marina Overlay District, and to consider approving final plats for two subdivisions: Windell Woods Phase 1 Map 2 and River Falls Phase 1 Map 1. The commission will also approve its 2024 meeting schedule. Public comments and approval of the November 6, 2023 minutes are also on the agenda.

• Discussion of amending Zoning Code Article XX (Marina Overlay District) to remove hotel as a permitted use
• Consideration of approving Windell Woods Phase 1 Map 2 final plat
• Consideration of approving River Falls Phase 1 Map 1 final plat
• Consideration of approving 2024 Planning Commission meeting schedule
• Approval of November 6, 2023 regular minutes

Tega Cay Forever Foundation

The Foundation is meeting to review completed winding up tasks and discuss the final steps of its winding up phase. No further meetings are currently scheduled following this session.

• Approval of October minutes
• Review of completed Winding Up Tasks
• Discussion of final steps for Winding Up Phase

Economic Development Commission

The Tega Cay Economic Development Commission is meeting to approve minutes, receive sub-committee reports, and discuss potential incentive programs to attract new businesses. The meeting also includes commissioner and public comments.

• Approval of minutes from September meeting
• Sub-committee reports
• Discussion of potential incentive programs to attract new businesses
• Commissioner comments
• Public comments

City Council

The Tega Cay City Council will hear a Planning Commission recommendation and consider first reading of a zoning amendment to allow mobile food vending services. The council will also consider awarding bids for parking lot and path paving at Runde Park and for rapid flashing beacons at two intersections. Several proclamations and year-end reports are on the agenda.

• Proclamation recognizing Fort Mill High School swim teams as 5A state champions
• Proclamation of Arbor Day 2023
• Proclamation recognizing George Jacobs III as Eagle Scout
• Consideration of zoning amendment for mobile food vending services
• Bid award for Runde Park parking lot and path paving

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review potential amendments to Article X of the Zoning Code regarding mobile food vending services. The discussion includes a comparison of mobile food vendor regulations.

• Potential amendments to Zoning Code, Article X (Mobile Food Vending Service)

City Council

The Tega Cay City Council is holding a special meeting with one substantive item: the second reading of an ordinance establishing a broadband services franchise agreement with Google Fiber. A related right-of-way license is also attached for consideration. The meeting includes the pledge of allegiance and a moment of silence before the vote.

• 2nd reading of Ordinance 589 establishing a broadband services franchise agreement with Google Fiber
• Google Fiber right-of-way license (execution version) included as a document

Tega Cay Forever Foundation

The Tega Cay Forever Foundation is meeting to review the results of its dissolution vote and the process for dissolving. The board will assign winding-up tasks to members and discuss legacy items for the foundation's online presence. This is a procedural meeting focused on closing the organization.

• Approval of September minutes
• Review results of dissolution vote
• Review process for dissolution
• Assign winding up tasks to board members/officers
• Discuss legacy items for foundation (online/social media)

City Council

The Tega Cay City Council will hold a joint public hearing on a proposed zoning code amendment for mobile food vending, then consider using Zonstat-D for wildlife control. They will vote on second readings of ordinances to annex about 22.64 acres (tax map numbers 642-00-00-036, 642-00-00-034, 642-00-00-027, 642-00-00-028) and to adopt the state-standardized business license class schedule. New business includes a surety agreement for Windell Woods subdivision Phase 1, a broadband franchise agreement, and funding for a public artwork project.

• Public hearing on mobile food vending zoning amendment
• 2nd reading: annex 22.64 acres (tax map 642-00-00-036, -034, -027, -028) from RUD to PUD R-8
• 2nd reading: adopt standardized business license class schedule (Ordinance 587)
• 2nd reading: enter statewide mutual aid agreement for emergency response (Ordinance 588)
• Consider surety agreement and letter of credit for Windell Woods Phase 1 Map 1

Planning Commission

The Tega Cay Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting with public comments, approval of minutes, and discussion of potential zoning code amendments. Key items include reconsidering the August 17, 2023 minutes, discussing mobile food vending regulations, considering the final plat for Windell Woods Phase 1 Map 1, and discussing marina overlay district amendments.

• Reconsider August 17, 2023 regular minutes
• Discussion of potential amendments to Zoning Code Article X (Mobile Food Vending Service)
• Consider approval of final plat for Windell Woods Phase 1 Map 1
• Discussion of potential amendments to Zoning Code Article XX (Marina Overlay District)

Parks & Recreation Ad Hoc

The Parks & Recreation Ad-Hoc Committee is meeting to review the August minutes, discuss the Parks & Recreation survey (including question and facility site visit review), and consider next steps for the master plan. The agenda is mostly procedural, with no specific decisions or dollar amounts listed.

• Approval of August minutes
• Parks & Recreation survey question review
• Facility site visit review
• Next steps for master plan

Tega Cay Forever Foundation

The Tega Cay Forever Foundation board will discuss and determine its 2024 operations, choosing among continuing under the current structure, formally separating from the City of Tega Cay, or voluntarily dissolving as a 501(c)3 non-profit. The board will also develop a task list for the end-of-year meeting and hear comments from board members and the public.

• Discuss and determine 2024 operations of Tega Cay Forever (TCF)
• Option: Continue TCF operations under current structure
• Option: Formally separate TCF from the City of Tega Cay
• Option: Voluntary dissolution of TCF as a 501(c)3 non-profit
• Develop 2023 end of year meeting task list

Economic Development Commission

The Tega Cay Economic Development Commission is meeting to approve minutes from the August meeting, discuss the Tega Cay Business Connect meeting and its next steps, and receive sub-committee reports. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific proposals or financial items listed.

• Approval of minutes from August meeting
• Discussion of Tega Cay Business Connect meeting and next steps
• Sub-committee reports
• Commissioner comments
• Public comments

City Council

The Tega Cay City Council will hold a regular meeting with several public hearings and votes. Key items include the second reading of the FY 2023-2024 budget ordinance, an ordinance to transfer a portion of Marina Dr. to the Tega Cay Marina in exchange for sidewalk construction, and first readings on annexing 1703 Dam Rd. and adopting a new business license fee schedule. The council will also discuss funding for pedestrian safety signals, mobile food truck regulations, and a mutual aid agreement for emergencies.

• 2nd reading of FY 2023-2024 budget ordinance (ORD 584)
• Ordinance to transfer portion of Marina Dr. to Tega Cay Marina for sidewalk along Tega Cay Dr.
• Annexation of 1703 Dam Rd/Close Adkins Property (approx. 22.64 acres)
• Adoption of standardized business license class schedule
• Funding for RRFBs at Windjammer/Tega Cay Dr. and New Gray Rock Rd/Catawba Park entrance

Planning Commission

The Tega Cay Planning Commission will consider a rezoning request for four tax map parcels from RUD (York County) to PUD R-8 (City) as part of a 100% annexation, known as the Lakewood Subdivision. The meeting includes public comments, approval of minutes, and staff/commission comments. This is a decision or recommendation on the rezoning and annexation.

• Rezoning of Tax Map Numbers 642-00-00-036, 642-00-00-034, 642-00-00-027, and 642-00-00-028 from RUD to PUD R-8
• 100% annexation petition for Lakewood Subdivision
• Preliminary survey for 1705 Dam Road
• Community meeting report on the proposed rezoning

The Commission recommended approval of a rezoning request for four tax map parcels to be annexed into the city. The recommendation was made with the condition that the property be zoned PUD R-13 rather than the requested PUD R-8. The project involves up to 70 single-family detached homes.

• Recommended approval of rezoning for tax map numbers 642-00-00-036, 642-00-00-034, 642-00-00-027, and 642-00-00-028 to PUD R-13 (5-1)
• Deferred approval of August 17, 2023 meeting minutes for staff corrections (Unanimous)

Parks & Recreation Ad Hoc

The Parks & Recreation Ad-Hoc Committee is meeting to approve January minutes, review results of a parks and recreation survey, and discuss next steps for the master plan, including facility site visits. The agenda is largely procedural and discussion-oriented, with no votes on specific items listed.

• Approval of January minutes
• Review of Parks & Recreation survey results
• Discussion of next steps for Master Plan
• Facility site visits

Tega Cay Forever Foundation

The Tega Cay Forever Foundation is holding a regular meeting to approve minutes from July, appoint officers for the coming term, and discuss fundraising events and the September meeting schedule. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or financial contracts listed.

• Approval of July minutes
• Appointment of Chair, Vice Chair, Secretary, Treasurer
• Discussion of fundraising events
• Discussion of September meeting

The board appointed its Chair, Vice Chair, Secretary, and Treasurer. The board also approved the July meeting minutes and scheduled three remaining meetings for 2023.

• Appointed Heather Jones as Chair
• Appointed Lara Saunders as Vice Chair
• Appointed Amanda Weber as Secretary
• Appointed Mo Norcutt as Treasurer
• Approved July meeting minutes
• Scheduled meetings for 9/25, 10/23, and 12/4 at 6PM/6:30PM

Economic Development Commission

The Tega Cay Economic Development Commission is meeting to approve the minutes from its July meeting, receive an update on the Tega Cay Business Connect meeting scheduled for September 13, and hear sub-committee reports and commissioner comments. Public comments will also be taken. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or proposals listed.

• Approval of minutes from July meeting
• Update on Tega Cay Business Connect meeting for September 13
• Sub-committee reports
• Commissioner comments
• Public comments

The Commission approved the July 31, 2023 meeting minutes. Members discussed planning for the Tega Cay Business Connect event on September 13th and reviewed sub-committee updates regarding event monetization and fishing tournaments.

• Approved July 31, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Decided against pursuing the unification of the lake and golf course models
• Tabled sponsorship conversation until the next meeting with the Chamber

City Council

The Tega Cay City Council is holding a public hearing on a rezoning request for four tax map numbers from RUD in York County to PUD in the city as part of a 100% annexation petition. The council will also introduce the FY 2023-2024 budget ordinance for first reading, consider exchanging a portion of Marina Dr. for a new sidewalk along Tega Cay Dr. at the marina, and discuss contractual matters and legal advice in executive session.

• Public hearing on rezoning tax map numbers 642-00-00-036, 642-00-00-034, 642-00-00-027, and 642-00-00-028 from RUD to PUD
• Introduction and first reading of FY 2023-2024 budget ordinance
• Consideration of exchanging a portion of Marina Dr. for a new sidewalk along Tega Cay Dr. at the Tega Cay Marina
• Ordinance 581 violations
• Approval of minutes from July 10 regular meeting and July 26 budget workshop

Council approved the first reading of the FY 2023-2024 budget ordinance with no millage increase. The council also authorized the towing of vehicles in violation of city ordinances and approved a land exchange for a new sidewalk.

• Approved first reading of FY 2023-2024 Budget Ordinance (4-1)
• Authorized Tega Cay Police Department to tow two vehicles in violation of Ordinance 581 (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of ordinance to transfer portion of Marina Dr. to Tega Cay Marina in exchange for a sidewalk along Tega Cay Dr. (unanimous)
• Approved meeting minutes from July 10, 2023, and July 26, 2023 (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Tega Cay Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and discussion on a proposed new development at 1705 Dam Road, including annexation and rezoning requests. The commission will also consider potential revisions to the zoning code regarding mobile food vending services.

• Presentation on potential new development at 1705 Dam Road (Lakewood at Tega Cay)
• 100% petition for annexation and rezoning application for 1705 Dam Road
• Discussion on revisions to Zoning Code Article X, Section 19-167(E)(3) - Mobile Food Vending Service
• Approval of minutes from June 5, 2023 regular meeting

The Commission approved moving forward with a public hearing regarding zoning code revisions for mobile food vending services. Members also reviewed a presentation for a proposed single-family residential development at 1705 Dam Road.

• Approved motion to proceed to public hearing for Zoning Code Article X, Section 19-167 (E)(3) mobile food vending revisions (unanimous)
• Approved June 5, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Tega Cay Planning Commission is meeting to discuss a potential new development, Lakewood at Tega Cay, at 1705 Dam Road, including annexation and rezoning requests. The commission will also consider revisions to the zoning code regarding mobile food vending services. The meeting includes public comments, approval of prior minutes, and staff reports.

• Presentation on potential new development at 1705 Dam Road (Lakewood at Tega Cay)
• 100 percent petition for annexation for 1705 Dam Road
• Rezoning application for 1705 Dam Road
• Discussion of revisions to Zoning Code Article X, Section 19-167 (E)(3) on mobile food vending service
• Approval of June 5, 2023 regular meeting minutes

Economic Development Commission

The Tega Cay Economic Development Commission is meeting to approve minutes from the May meeting, receive reports and consider action items from sub-committees, and hear commissioner and public comments. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific projects or dollar amounts listed.

• Approval of minutes from May meeting
• Reports and consideration of action items from sub-committees
• Commissioner comments
• Public comments

The Commission unanimously approved the May 22, 2023, meeting minutes. Members discussed plans for a quarterly speaker series, monthly mastermind meetings, and social media marketing for local businesses. The committee also explored ideas for a fishing festival and other community events.

• Approved minutes from 5/22/2023 (unanimous)

City Council

The Tega Cay City Council is holding a special workshop meeting focused on the FY23-24 budget. The agenda includes a review of budget worksheets for all funds and schedules, followed by council comments and adjournment.

• FY23-24 budget worksheets for all funds and schedules

City Council held a workshop to review proposed budgets for FY 2023-2024 across all city departments. Council agreed that the General Fund will provide investment for capital repairs at the Beach & Swim Center. A proposed stormwater rate increase of $2.00 per month per house was presented.

• Agreed to use General Fund for capital repairs at Beach & Swim Center

Tega Cay Forever Foundation

The Tega Cay Forever Foundation is holding a regular board meeting. They will approve the May minutes, review committee information including an overview of the foundation and its bylaws, discuss future officer appointments, and plan events and fundraising. The meeting also includes time for public comments.

• Approval of May minutes
• Review of TCF overview and bylaws
• Discussion of future officer appointments
• Events and fundraising discussion
• Discussion of August meeting

The board approved the minutes from the May meeting. Members discussed by-law edits, officer roles, and the foundation's current status. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved May minutes (Unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Tega Cay Planning Commission will hear a presentation on a proposed new development at 1705 Dam Road (Lakewood at Tega Cay), including annexation and rezoning requests. They will also discuss potential revisions to the zoning code regarding mobile food vending. The meeting includes public comments, approval of minutes, and staff/commission comments.

• Presentation on potential new development at 1705 Dam Road (Lakewood at Tega Cay)
• 100% petition for annexation for 1705 Dam Road
• Rezoning application for 1705 Dam Road
• Discussion of revisions to Zoning Code Article X, Section 19-167(E)(3) on mobile food vending
• Approval of June 5, 2023 regular meeting minutes

City Council

City Council voted to reject amendments to the 2025 Comprehensive Plan regarding the City Center Mixed-Use Plan. The council also approved the purchase of a new fire ladder truck and the appointment of an Administrative Judge. Additionally, the City Manager's employment agreement was accepted with a base salary of $172,500.

• Denied amendments to 2025 Comprehensive Plan to include City Center Mixed-use Plan (4-1)
• Approved resolution to purchase a replacement 105’ Pierce Aerial Ladder Truck for TCFD (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Erica Vanderhorst as Administrative Judge from July 11, 2023, to July 30, 2027 (unanimous)
• Approved submitting an Urban Deer Management Permit Application to SCDNR (unanimous)
• Accepted City Manager employment agreement with base salary of $172,500 through October 2028
• Approved June 19, 2023, meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council

City Council unanimously approved the purchase of a 105’ Pierce aerial ladder truck to replace a 2007 unit. The council also tabled a discussion regarding the City Manager’s employment agreement.

• Approved purchase of replacement ladder truck for $1,524,100 (unanimous)
• Approved May 15, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled consideration of City Manager’s employment agreement (unanimous)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Tega Cay Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing and vote on a request for a variance to allow a 5-foot encroachment into the side yard setback for a pool at 753 Fairway Point Drive. The board will also approve minutes from the April 20, 2023 meeting and elect officers.

• Variance request Case No. 03-23 for 5-foot side yard setback encroachment at 753 Fairway Point Drive
• Approval of minutes from April 20, 2023
• Election of officers

The Board denied a request for a 5-foot side yard setback variance for a pool construction project. The decision followed a five-prong hardship test where the applicant failed to demonstrate extraordinary conditions or unreasonable restriction of property use.

• Approved April 20, 2023 minutes (5-0)
• Denied variance request for pool encroachment at 753 Fairway Point Drive (4-1)
• Deferred election of officers (6-0)

Planning Commission

The Tega Cay Planning Commission will review and potentially approve several development items, including the final plat for Windhaven Phase 3 Map 2, a revised preliminary plat for Windell Woods, and a resolution recommending the City Center Mixed-Use Plan as an amendment to the 2025 Comprehensive Plan. They will also discuss potential revisions to zoning codes regarding mobile food vending and the Mixed Use District, as well as short-term rental regulations. The meeting includes public comments and a possible date change for the next meeting.

• Final plat approval for Windhaven Phase 3 Map 2
• Revised preliminary plat for Windell Woods (trail location)
• Resolution recommending City Center Mixed-Use Plan as amendment to 2025 Comprehensive Plan
• Discussion on zoning code revisions for mobile food vending (Section 19-167(E)(3))
• Discussion on short-term rental regulations based on SC Municipal Association model ordinance

The Commission approved two plat requests and recommended an amendment to the 2025 Comprehensive Plan. Members discussed potential zoning revisions for food trucks and mixed-use districts, and tabled short-term rental regulations.

• Approved Final Plat for Windhaven Phase 3 Map 2 (unanimous)
• Approved Revised Preliminary Plat Site Plan for Windell Woods trail location (unanimous)
• Approved resolution recommending City Center Mixed-Use Plan as 2025 Comprehensive Plan amendment (4-1)
• Moved July 3 meeting to July 17 (unanimous)
• Tabled short-term rental regulations (unanimous)
• Approved May 1, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Tega Cay Forever Foundation

The Tega Cay Forever Foundation is holding its regular meeting to approve prior minutes, appoint board officers (Chairman, Vice-Chairman, Secretary, Treasurer), and discuss events, fundraising, and the June meeting. The agenda is largely procedural with open discussion items and no specific decisions or dollar amounts listed.

• Approval of January minutes
• Appointments for Chairman, Vice-Chairman, Secretary, Treasurer
• Discussion of events and fundraising
• Discussion of June meeting

The foundation approved the January meeting minutes and voted to table the appointment of a Chairman, Vice-Chairman, Secretary, and Treasurer. Members discussed fundraising ideas for 2023 and 2024, including a booth at CatawbaFest and potential dog park projects.

• Approved January minutes (Unanimous)
• Tabled appointments for Chairman, Vice-Chairman, Secretary, and Treasurer (Unanimous)

Economic Development Commission

The Tega Cay Economic Development Commission is meeting to approve the minutes from its April meeting and discuss short-term action items for fall 2023. The agenda also includes commissioner comments and public comments, with no specific proposals or dollar amounts listed.

• Approval of April meeting minutes
• Discussion of short-term (fall 2023) action items
• Commissioner comments
• Public comments

The Commission established three subcommittees to manage community, collaboration, and monetization efforts. Members also discussed plans to monetize Catawba Park and launch a business spotlight series in June.

• Approved April meeting minutes
• Formed Community subcommittee chaired by Carmen Miller
• Formed Collaboration subcommittee chaired by Jing Jin
• Formed Monetization subcommittee chaired by Ashley Rabon
• Scheduled Tega Cay Community Business Connection kickoff for September 13 or 20

Planning Commission

The Tega Cay Planning Commission is holding a public hearing on a proposed amendment to the 2025 Comprehensive Plan as it relates to the City Center Mixed-Use District. After the hearing, the commission will close it and adjourn. No other business is listed.

• Public hearing on proposed amendment to 2025 Comprehensive Plan for City Center Mixed-Use District

City Council

City Council approved the purchase of new golf carts and the use of reserve funds for a utilities equipment storage addition. Several ordinances were passed regarding tax collection, parking, fraudulent checks, and public space usage. A public hearing was held regarding the City Center Mixed-Use Plan.

• Approved resolution to purchase golf carts not to exceed $746,000 (unanimous)
• Approved $159,500 from TCUD Reserve Funds for Operations Building equipment storage addition (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance to participate in South Carolina Local Revenue Services (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance establishing fines for unlawful parking and abandoned vehicles (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance granting Municipal Court jurisdiction over fraudulent checks (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance amending rules for public parks, sidewalks, and rights-of-way (unanimous)
• Approved April 15, 2023 meeting minutes with one date amendment (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Tega Cay Planning Commission is meeting to discuss and potentially act on several items, including a rezoning concept plan for a new development at 1705 Dam Road, approval of a final plat for Windhaven Phase 3, and review of changes to the City Center Mixed-Use Concept Plan. The agenda also includes routine items such as election of officers, approval of minutes, and public comments.

• Rezoning concept plan for 1705 Dam Road
• Final plat approval for Windhaven Phase 3
• Review of City Center Mixed-Use Concept Plan changes
• Election of officers
• Review of legal roles and responsibilities for planning commission members

The Planning Commission elected its leadership for the term and approved the minutes from the March 6, 2023 meeting. Two items regarding development at 1705 Dam Rd and Windhaven Phase 3 were deferred to June. The Commission also reviewed changes to the City Center Mixed-Use Concept Plan.

• Elected Commissioner Ross as Chair (Unanimous)
• Elected Commissioner Burroughs as Vice Chair (Unanimous)
• Approved March 6, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Deferred presentation for 1705 Dam Rd to June meeting
• Deferred approval of Final Plat for Windhaven Phase 3 Map 2 to June meeting

Economic Development Commission

The Tega Cay Economic Development Commission is meeting to approve minutes from the March meeting and discuss and approve action items for 2023. The agenda also includes commissioner comments and adjournment.

• Approval of minutes from March meeting
• Discussion and approval of 2023 action items

The Commission unanimously approved the March 27, 2023, meeting minutes with a spelling correction. Members discussed strategies to monetize Catawba Park, including a $1.5 million offer for 20-year baseball naming rights from Comporium.

• Approved March 27, 2023 minutes (All Ayes, 0 Noes)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals denied a request for a variance to allow a garage to encroach 5 feet into a common drive side setback. The denial followed a five-prong hardship test where one criterion failed to receive the required majority vote.

• Approved minutes from November 17, 2022 (Unanimous)
• Denied variance request for garage construction at 1108 Palmyra Drive

City Council

City Council approved a loan for 100 new golf carts and a $89,000 cart staging area project. The council also authorized moving city savings into the South Carolina Local Government Investment Pool to increase annual revenue.

• Approved loan not to exceed $746,000 for 100 new golf carts (unanimous)
• Approved cart staging area project not to exceed $89,000 (unanimous)
• Approved resolution to utilize South Carolina Local Government Investment Pool (unanimous)
• Approved 1st reading of ordinance for Local Revenue Services agreement (unanimous)
• Approved up to $12,000 cost share for RFATS service vehicle acquisition (unanimous)
• Approved 1st reading of ordinance regarding unlawful parking and abandoned vehicles (unanimous)
• Approved 1st reading of ordinance granting Municipal Court jurisdiction over fraudulent checks (unanimous)
• Approved Letter of Credit and Surety Agreement for Windhaven Phase 3 Map 2 (unanimous)

Economic Development Commission

The Tega Cay Economic Development Commission is meeting to approve the minutes from its February meeting and receive an update from the developer of the 'Main St.' project. The agenda also includes time for commissioner comments before adjournment.

• Approval of February meeting minutes
• Update from 'Main St.' developer

The commission approved the minutes from the February 27, 2023 meeting. Members discussed updates on the Main Street development project and planned a strategy to survey and support existing local businesses.

• Approved February 27, 2023 meeting minutes (All Ayes, 0 Noes)

City Council

City Council approved a $55,000 landscaping contract with BrightView and adopted ordinances regarding noise, parks and recreation, and the establishment of a Municipal Fire Department. The council also appointed several members to city boards and commissions and adopted the York County Hazard Mitigation Plan.

• Approved $55,000 landscaping services contract with BrightView (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance amending Parks and Recreation code Chapter 38 (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance amending noise regulations Chapter 34 Section 94 (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance establishing Municipal Fire Department Chapter 24 (unanimous)
• Approved resolution to adopt York County Hazard Mitigation Plan (unanimous)
• Appointed Thomas Goebel to York County Natural Gas Board of Directors (unanimous)
• Approved nominees for Board of Zoning Appeals, Economic Development Commission, Planning Commission, Storm Water Committee, and Tega Cay Forever Foundation (unanimous)
• Approved February 21, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Tega Cay Planning Commission is meeting to discuss public feedback on the City Center Mixed-Use Plan draft and to receive a report from a committee on balancing growth with natural resource preservation. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from previous meetings and public comments.

• Discussion of public input for City Center Mixed-Use Plan
• Report from committee on balancing growth and development with preservation of natural resources
• Approval of draft minutes from 12.5.22, 12.19.22, and 2.21.23 meetings

The Commission reviewed public input and proposed adjustments for the City Center Mixed-Use Plan, including building heights and parking buffers. No formal recommendation on the resolution was made during this meeting.

• Approved minutes from December 5, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from December 19, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from February 21, 2023 (unanimous)
• Rescinded recommendation to City Council to reestablish the Tree Committee

Economic Development Commission

The Economic Development Commission is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda includes approving the minutes from the January meeting and discussing the Chamber of Commerce and supporting local businesses, followed by staff and commissioner comments. No specific decisions or proposals are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from January meeting
• Discussion of Chamber of Commerce and supporting local businesses

The commission approved the minutes from the January 30, 2023, meeting. Members met with representatives from the York County Chamber of Commerce to discuss business advocacy, leadership development, and workforce strategies. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved January 30, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

City Council

City Council approved the purchase of a replacement vehicle and a sewer vac truck for the Utilities Department. The Council also passed the first reading of a noise ordinance amendment and a resolution supporting the Pennies for Progress 5 referendum.

• Approved purchase of replacement utility vehicle not to exceed $64,000 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of sewer vac truck for TCUD not to exceed $420,000 (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of noise ordinance amendment, excluding Sunday work prohibition (unanimous)
• Approved resolution in support of Pennies for Progress 5 referendum (unanimous)
• Approved renewal of agreement with Carolina Ski Show Team (unanimous)
• Approved encroachment agreement for 3209 Alder Court (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of ordinance to establish Municipal Fire Department (unanimous)
• Approved meeting minutes from January 17 and January 28, 2023 (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Tega Cay Planning Commission is meeting to consider and make a recommendation on which local area projects should be included in Pennies For Progress 5, a capital improvement program. The only substantive item on the agenda is this recommendation, based on a list of projects provided in the meeting documents. The meeting will then adjourn.

• Recommendation on Tega Cay area projects for Pennies For Progress 5
• Review of PFP 5 list (document 2A1)

The Planning Commission unanimously approved a recommendation for several road widening and repaving projects to be included in Pennies for Progress 5.

• Recommended road projects for Pennies for Progress 5 (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Tega Cay Planning Commission will consider recommending area projects for the Pennies for Progress 5 program, review draft minutes from previous meetings, and receive reports on growth and development balance and the City Center Mixed-Use Plan adoption schedule. Public comments will be heard.

• Recommendation on Tega Cay area projects for Pennies for Progress 5
• Approval of minutes from Dec 5 and Dec 19, 2022 meetings
• Report on balancing growth and development with preservation of natural resources
• Status report on adoption schedule for City Center Mixed-Use Plan

Parks & Recreation Ad Hoc

The Parks & Recreation Ad-Hoc Committee is meeting to approve December minutes, discuss the final survey and its distribution, and outline next steps for the master plan. The agenda is mostly procedural, with no specific decisions or dollar amounts listed.

• Approval of December minutes
• Final survey and survey distribution discussion
• Next steps for master plan

Economic Development Commission

The commission elected a new chair and discussed goals for 2023, including business promotion and the deployment of Covid-19 grant funds. No formal motions were passed regarding land development or specific incentive programs.

• Elected Ashley Rabon as Chair (5-0)
• Scheduled Chamber of Commerce representatives for February meeting
• Scheduled Paul and Dinesh for March meeting
• Invited new Social Media Manager to the next meeting

City Council

City Council held a workshop to identify the city's vision and reviewed three-year plans from all city departments. Council established a list of 'must do', 'should do', and 'could do' goals for the city's future direction.

• Established 'Must do' goals: pay down debt without new debt, diversify tax base, explore pickleball courts, conduct business license fee analysis, and increase code enforcement
• Established 'Should do' goals: emphasize facility/signage aesthetics, seek professional services for a dog park, and minimize residential density
• Established 'Could do' goal: develop water access to Marina/Beach Club area

City Council

City Council approved the use of reserve funds to purchase four replacement patrol vehicles to avoid new debt. The council also passed the first reading of an ordinance amending parks and recreation codes regarding special event permits and firearm laws.

• Approved acquisition of replacement Patrol Cars for Police Department not to exceed $218,000 (Unanimous)
• Approved 1st Reading of an Ordinance Amending Chapter 38 of the City’s Code of Ordinances regarding Parks & Recreation (Unanimous)
• Approved Regular City Council Meeting minutes of December 19, 2022 (Unanimous)

Tega Cay Forever Foundation

The Tega Cay Forever Foundation is meeting to approve minutes from April 2022 and discuss plans for 2023 events and fundraising ideas. The agenda is mostly procedural, with no specific proposals or dollar amounts listed.

• Approval of April 2022 minutes
• Discussion of 2023 events
• Discussion of fundraising ideas for 2023