West Columbia public meetings in 2021
18 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Planning Commission
The West Columbia Planning Commission will consider a minor change to the St. Ann's Alley PUD to allow a maximum building height of 40 feet at 215 Herman Street, up from the current 35 feet. The request is from Cypress Development Partners, LLC. The commission will also approve minutes from the October 25, 2021 meeting.
- Minor change to St. Ann's Alley PUD to increase maximum height at 215 Herman Street from 35 to 40 feet
- Approval of minutes from October 25, 2021 meeting
Special Council
The West Columbia City Council will hold a special meeting to elect a Council Chairperson, hear presentations on various city projects, and consider several appointments and contracts. Key items include a $6.9 million agreement for an Advanced Meter Infrastructure system, a $443,184 purchase of 12 police Tahoes, and reappointments of city officials. The meeting also includes a second reading of a zoning ordinance amendment and a resolution to add priority projects to the bicycle and pedestrian master plan.
- Consider approval of Ferguson Waterworks for AMI system, up to $6,900,000
- Consider purchase of 12 Chevrolet Tahoes for police, $443,184
- Second reading of zoning ordinance amendment to implement NAICS code
- Reappoint Setzler & Scott, PA as City Attorney for two-year term
- Resolution to adopt additional priority projects to West Metro Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan
Public Hearing
The City of West Columbia is holding a public hearing to discuss an ordinance that would amend and restate the city's business license procedures. Public comments will be accepted during the hearing.
- Ordinance amending and restating the Business License Ordinance
- Modifications to the city's business license procedures
West Columbia Beautification Foundation
The West Columbia Beautification Foundation is meeting to approve the previous meeting's minutes, review the monthly financial report, and receive updates on the Tribute for Trees and Brick Sales program and projects under design. This is a routine business meeting with no major decisions or public hearings listed.
- Approval of minutes from October 7, 2021 meeting
- Monthly financial report review
- Update on Tribute for Trees and Brick Sales by Colleen Otte
- Update on projects under design by Jamie Hook
Regular Council
The West Columbia City Council will hold a regular meeting on November 1, 2021, to consider several items, including a second reading of a rezoning at 3275 Sunset Blvd, first readings for two other rezoning requests, and a major amendment to the city's business license ordinance. The council will also hear presentations on the new city website and ARPA funds, and vote on ratifying a key to the city for the retired police chief.
- Second reading: Rezone 2.44 acres at 3275 Sunset Blvd to C-2/LM (General Commercial)
- First reading: Amend and restate the Business License Ordinance
- First reading: Rezone 1.24 acres on McSwain Drive from C-2 to R-4 (Residential)
- First reading: Rezone 12.83 acres on Mathias Road and Oakwood Drive to C-3 (Restricted Commercial)
- Ratify resolution to award retired Police Chief Dennis Tyndall a Key to the City
Planning Commission
The West Columbia Planning Commission will hold public hearings and consider several rezoning requests, including establishing C-2/LM zoning for a parcel at 3275 Sunset Blvd, rezoning a McSwain Drive parcel from C-2 to R-4, rezoning two parcels at 715 Raleigh Street and Whispering Way from C-2/LM to LM, and establishing C-3 zoning for three parcels on Mathias Road and Oakwood Drive. The commission will also consider an amendment to Section 818 of the Zoning Ordinance regulating Small Wireless Facilities. The agenda includes minutes approval and scheduling of the next meeting.
- Public hearing and consideration of PC 21-33 (cont): Establish C-2/LM zoning for 2.44 acres at 3275 Sunset Blvd (TMS# 004596-08-013)
- Public hearing and consideration of PC 21-34: Rezone 1.24 acres on McSwain Drive from C-2 to R-4 (TMS 003699-02-006)
- Public hearing and consideration of PC 21-35: Rezone 1.04 acres at 715 Raleigh Street and Whispering Way from C-2/LM to LM (TMS 004658-10-001 and 012)
- Public hearing and consideration of PC 21-36: Establish C-3 zoning for 12.83 acres on Mathias Road and Oakwood Drive (TMS 004597-10-006, 077, 078)
- Consider amendment to Section 818 of Zoning Ordinance regulating Small Wireless Facilities
Zoning Board of Appeals
The West Columbia Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on a special exception request to allow artisan manufacturing (food products) at 735 Meeting Street, zoned C-2 General Commercial in the Gateway Overlay District. The board will also approve minutes from the September 21, 2021 meeting. The agenda includes one new business item and no old business.
- Special exception request for artisan manufacturing (food products) at 735 Meeting Street (TMS# 004638-03-001)
- Approval of minutes from September 21, 2021 meeting
Special Council
The West Columbia City Council is holding a special meeting to consider second readings of zoning changes for two commercial parcels, amend the zoning ordinance to implement the NAICS code, and hear presentations on bike/pedestrian projects, business license ordinance amendments, and FY2020-2021 goals. The council will also vote on a resolution to award retired Police Chief Dennis Tyndall a Key to the City.
- Resolution to award retired Police Chief Dennis Tyndall a Key to the City
- Second reading: C-2 (General Commercial) zoning for two parcels totaling .64 acres at 120 Senn (TMS# 004640-14-006 and 005)
- Second reading: C-2 zoning for one parcel totaling 2.43 acres at 3566 Sunset Blvd (TMS# 004596-01-045)
- Second reading: amendment to zoning ordinance to implement NAICS code
- Presentations on West Metro Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan, business license ordinance amendments, and FY2020-2021 goals
Planning Commission
The West Columbia Planning Commission will hold public hearings and consider several rezoning requests, including a 2.02-acre parcel at 715 Raleigh St from R-2 to LM (Light Manufacturing), and establishing C-2 (General Commercial) zoning for three annexed parcels on Senn Street and Sunset Blvd. They will also discuss amendments to the zoning ordinance to adopt the NAICS code for classifying uses. The meeting includes approval of the August 23, 2021 minutes and scheduling the next meeting for October 25, 2021.
- PC 21-30: Rezone 715 Raleigh St (2.02 acres) from R-2 to LM (Light Manufacturing)
- PC 21-31: Establish C-2 zoning for 120 Senn St (0.64 acres, two parcels)
- PC 21-32: Establish C-2 zoning for 3566 Sunset Blvd (2.43 acres)
- PC 21-33: Establish C-2 zoning for 3275 Sunset Blvd (2.44 acres)
- Amendments to zoning ordinance to implement NAICS codes
Special Council
The West Columbia City Council is holding an emergency special meeting to consider two emergency ordinances: one to temporarily suspend normal council meeting procedures and allow electronic meetings, and another to require face coverings in certain circumstances. The mask ordinance would apply to foodservice establishments, retail establishments, and city property, with fines up to $25 per violation and a waiver process for retail establishments. Both ordinances are emergency measures tied to the COVID-19 pandemic and would expire 61 days after enactment.
- Emergency ordinance to allow electronic council meetings and suspend in-person public comment
- Emergency ordinance requiring face coverings in foodservice and retail establishments and city property
- Fine of up to $25 per violation for non-compliance with mask requirement
- Waiver process for retail establishments to opt out of mask requirement, excluding essential establishments
- Meeting to be held at 200 N. 12th Street, West Columbia, SC, and live streamed on YouTube
West Columbia Beautification Foundation
The West Columbia Beautification Foundation is meeting to approve minutes from July and August, hear a financial report from Brian Carter, and get an update on the Tribute for Trees program. The agenda is mostly routine administrative business with no major decisions or public hearings listed.
- Approval of minutes from July 1, 2021 and August 5, 2021 meetings
- Financial report by Brian Carter
- Update on Tribute for Trees program
Regular Council
The West Columbia City Council will hold its regular meeting on August 3, 2021, with several items for consideration. These include second readings of ordinances to annex properties on Feather Run Trail and Platt Springs Road, first readings for annexations on Sunset Blvd. and Senn St., and decisions on rezoning requests at 107 Charleston Hwy and 1511 Gambrell Street. The council will also consider resolutions to allow alcohol consumption at the Gervais Street Bridge Dinner and the Rhythm on the River concert series, as well as a zoning ordinance amendment regarding food trucks. The meeting includes recognitions, a citizen comment period, and an executive session on a personnel matter.
- Second reading: annex .48 acres at 2520 Feather Run Trl.
- Second reading: annex 3.07 acres at 1720, 1716, 1710 Platt Springs Rd.
- Consider rezoning denial for .37 acres at 107 Charleston Hwy (C-1 to C-3)
- Consider rezoning denial for .46 acres at 1511 Gambrell St. (R-4 to R-2)
- First reading: amend zoning ordinance on food trucks and food truck courts
Planning Commission
The West Columbia Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider two rezoning requests: one to rezone 0.37 acres at 107 Charleston Hwy from C-1 to C-3 for a tattoo studio, and another to rezone 0.46 acres at 1511 Gambrell Street from R-4 to R-2 for a manufactured home. The commission will also consider a request for relief from the street access standard for a subdivision at 1814 Hallman Street, and an amendment to the zoning ordinance regarding food trucks (Section 816).
- Rezone 0.37 acres at 107 Charleston Hwy from C-1 to C-3 (PC 21-23)
- Rezone 0.46 acres at 1511 Gambrell Street from R-4 to R-2 (PC 21-24)
- Relief from street access standard for minor subdivision at 1814 Hallman Street (PC 21-25)
- Amendment to Section 816 of Zoning Ordinance regarding food trucks
Zoning Board of Appeals
The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider a request from Still Hopes retirement community to amend a special exception condition that currently restricts the C Avenue driveway to emergency use only. The applicant seeks to allow regular vehicular and pedestrian access for residents, employees, and visitors. The board will also approve minutes from the May 18, 2021 meeting.
- ZBA 21-11: Reconsider condition on special exception for Still Hopes, 1 Still Hopes Drive, to allow C Avenue driveway access
- Approval of minutes from May 18, 2021 meeting
Special Council
The West Columbia City Council is holding a special meeting to consider two property annexations, a code ordinance supplement, and a redevelopment plan for Sunset Boulevard. The council will also enter executive session to discuss an economic development matter on Highway 378 and a police department personnel issue. The agenda includes proclamations, citizen comments, and approval of previous meeting minutes.
- First reading of ordinance to annex 0.48 acres at 2520 Feather Run Trl (TMS# 003627-02-072)
- First reading of ordinance to annex 3.07 acres at 1720, 1716, and 1710 Platt Springs Rd (TMS# 005747-03-009, 005747-03-002, 005747-03-001)
- Second reading of ordinance adopting a supplement to the Code of Ordinances
- Resolution adopting a redevelopment plan for properties on Sunset Boulevard
- Executive session on economic development (Highway 378 corridor) and police personnel
Regular Council
The West Columbia City Council will hold its regular meeting on June 1, 2021, immediately following a budget public hearing. The main items are first reading of the FY2021-22 budget ordinance, two rezoning requests, appointment of a city auditor, and other routine business. The agenda also includes citizen comments and recognitions.
- First reading of ordinance adopting FY2021-22 budget and levying property tax
- Rezoning of .19 acres at 810 12th Street from C-2 to C-3
- Rezoning of .82 acres at 810 Charleston Hwy from C-2 to C-3
- Appointment of The Brittingham Group as City Auditor for four-year term ending June 30, 2025
- Appointment of Connie Vaughn to Beautification Foundation Board
Public Hearing
The City of West Columbia is holding a public hearing to receive comments on the proposed General Fund and Enterprise Fund budgets for fiscal year 2021-2022. City Administrator Brian Carter will give opening remarks. The meeting will be held in person with safety protocols and live streamed on YouTube.
- Public hearing on FY 2021-2022 General Fund budget
- Public hearing on FY 2021-2022 Enterprise Fund budget
- Remarks by City Administrator Brian Carter
Zoning Board of Appeals
The West Columbia Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on a variance request (ZBA 21-10) from Andrew and Danielle Lewis to reduce the required front setback from 35 feet to 25 feet for a proposed single-family home on Sewanee Drive (TMS# 003717-07-006), zoned R-4. The board will also approve minutes from the April 20, 2021 meeting. The meeting is virtual via GoToMeeting.
- Variance request ZBA 21-10: reduce front setback from 35 to 25 feet on Sewanee Drive (TMS# 003717-07-006)
- Applicants: Andrew & Danielle Lewis, 1715 Sewanee Drive
- Property is vacant, proposed 1,500 sq ft single-family dwelling
- Public comments accepted via email to [email protected]
- Next regular meeting scheduled for June 15, 2021