York County, South Carolina

Economic Development Board

Board of Voter Registration & Elections

Planning Commission

Board of Zoning Appeals

County Council

Economic Development Board

Board of Voter Registration & Elections

County Council

Board of Zoning Appeals

Planning Commission

County Council

Economic Development Board

County Council

Board of Voter Registration & Elections

Board of Zoning Appeals

Planning Commission

County Council

Economic Development Board

County Council

Planning Commission

Board of Zoning Appeals

County Council

Economic Development Board

Board of Voter Registration & Elections

County Council

Board of Zoning Appeals

Planning Commission

County Council

Economic Development Board

Board of Voter Registration & Elections

Board of Zoning Appeals

Board of Voter Registration & Elections

Board of Voter Registration & Elections

Board of Voter Registration & Elections

County Council

The York County Council will meet to reconsider an ordinance regarding a fee-in-lieu of ad valorem tax and incentive agreement for Project Palmetto Rock. The Council will also consider a first reading of an ordinance to repeal a previous ordinance related to the same project.

• Reconsideration of fee-in-lieu of ad valorem tax and incentive agreement for Project Palmetto Rock
• First reading of an ordinance to repeal Ordinance Number 2626 regarding Project Palmetto Rock

Planning Commission

The York County Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting on July 13, 2026, including a public hearing on a land development waiver for gravel parking and several new business items. New business includes a road name change for two roads in the Lowland Meadows preliminary plat, two rezoning requests (a 95.8-acre parcel on Lawrence Road from AGC to RUD, and a council-initiated rezoning of 367 parcels in the Fort Mill area from various zones to RMX-6), and a text amendment to add Trade Services as a permitted use in the GC district and other uses in the ID district.

• Public hearing: Waiver W26-4 to allow gravel parking at 510 Annie Alexander Court (OI zoning)
• Road name change for two roads in Lowland Meadows plat near Bridgewater Road in Rock Hill
• Rezoning 26-19: 95.8 acres on Lawrence Road, Clover, from AGC to RUD
• Rezoning 26-15: 367 parcels in Fort Mill (Ashe Downs, Cole Creek, etc.) from RMX-10, RMX-20, GC, UD, PD to RMX-6
• Text amendment to add Trade Services in GC and Building Material/Vehicle Service uses in ID districts

County Council

York County Council will vote on three rezoning requests and several high-cost IT and public safety contracts. The body will also consider grants for habitat restoration and a usage agreement for Allison Creek Park.

• Procurement of Eventide logging recorder system for 911 services not to exceed $1,057,000.00
• Purchase of backup solution from Katalyst Network Group for $577,346.33
• Annual inmate food services contract with Trinity Food Services Group not to exceed $1,000,000.00
• Third reading of rezoning for 73.73 acres on Lockart Road, 3.01 acres on Williams Road, and 33.95 acres on Windmill Lane
• Purchase of 120 anti-splash food frames for Detention Center for an estimated $423,479.25

Transportation Committee

The Transportation Committee will meet to discuss a funding allocation for honorary road signage. The body is considering a request from the SCDOT to name a specific intersection in honor of Sheriff Joe Mitchell.

• Proposed $500.00 allocation for memorial signs at the intersection of SC Hwy 322 and US Hwy 321

Finance & Operations Committee

The committee is meeting to consider applications for several county boards and commissions. This includes reviewing candidates for the Board of Zoning Appeals and other advisory bodies.

• Applications for the York County Culture and Heritage Commission
• Applications for the Catawba Mental Health Board
• Applications for the Keep York County Beautiful Board
• Application for the Board of Zoning Appeals (District 1)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hear a variance request from Christian and Linda Wright to reduce minimum required setbacks for an accessory structure at 1355 Mack Dr in the McConnells Community. The board will also consider approving minutes from the May 14, 2026 meeting and may hold an executive session. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Variance request by Christian and Linda Wright for setback relief at 1355 Mack Dr (TMS# 3140000056)
• Approval of minutes from May 14, 2026

County Council

York County Council will hold a special called meeting to consider the third and final reading of an ordinance authorizing a fee-in-lieu of ad valorem tax agreement with Project Palmetto Rock. The agenda also includes an executive session for matters related to the ordinance.

• Third and final reading of ordinance for Project Palmetto Rock
• Fee-in-lieu of ad valorem tax and special source revenue credits
• Multi-county industrial/business park establishment
• Executive session for matters related to the ordinance

Public Works Committee

The committee will first vote to approve the minutes from its October 22, 2025 meeting. It will then hear a staff update, with input from Croft & Associates and LMG, on the operations of the York County Animal Shelter. No other actions are listed for this meeting.

• Approve minutes from the October 22, 2025 Public Works Committee meeting
• Staff, Croft & Associates, and LMG to provide an update on the York County Animal Shelter

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing and will provide a recommendation to County Council on a proposed ordinance establishing a nine-month temporary moratorium on special exceptions, conditional use approvals, site plans, and other land use or development approvals for data centers in unincorporated York County. The moratorium is intended to allow the county to study the impact of data centers on critical resources, adjacent properties, and infrastructure before amending zoning ordinances.

• Review and recommendation on temporary moratorium for data center approvals in unincorporated areas

The Planning Commission recommended that County Council approve an ordinance establishing a nine-month moratorium on special exceptions, conditional uses, site plans, and other land use approvals for data centers in unincorporated York County. This moratorium is intended to allow the county to study impacts on critical resources, infrastructure, and nearby properties.

• Recommended 9-month moratorium on data center development to County Council (7-0)

County Council

York County Council will hold a public hearing regarding tax incentives for Project Palmetto Rock. The body is also considering a nine-month moratorium on data center approvals in unincorporated areas and the use of surety bonds for road repairs in Bailey's Run subdivision.

• Public hearing and second reading for Project Palmetto Rock fee-in-lieu of ad valorem tax and incentive agreement ($1.5 billion investment)
• Proposed nine-month moratorium on special exceptions, conditional use approvals, and site plans for data centers in unincorporated areas
• Approval of cash surety bond collection for road repairs in Bailey's Run subdivision, Phases 4, 5, & 6
• Executive session for legal advice on litigation and a settlement agreement for Project No. 11149-014, Tract 97

York County Council approved a tax incentive agreement for Project Palmetto Rock, a biopharmaceutical project involving an estimated $1.5 billion investment. The council also passed a nine-month moratorium on land use approvals for data centers and authorized the use of cash surety bonds for road repairs in Bailey's Run.

• Approved second reading of Project Palmetto Rock FILOT incentive (7-0)
• Approved amendment to reduce Rock Hill School District's portion of Project Palmetto Rock FILOT (5-2)
• Approved nine-month moratorium on data center land use and development approvals (7-0)
• Approved collection of cash surety bonds for Bailey's Run road repairs (7-0)
• Authorized settlement agreement for Project Number 11149-014, Tract 97 (7-0)

General

The board will hear a public appeal by Clifton Harris of Historic Robertson Homestead, LLC regarding the Building & Codes Division’s interpretation of Section 303.3 of the 2021 International Building Code with South Carolina modifications. The appeal concerns the property at 2871 Oak Park Road, Rock Hill, located in Council District 5. The meeting will also include routine items such as approval of the March 19 2025 meeting minutes.

• Public hearing on appeal (Case BA26-01) for 2871 Oak Park Road, Rock Hill
• Review and approval of March 19 2025 meeting minutes

General

Board of Voter Registration & Elections

The Board of Voter Registration and Elections will meet to conduct a canvass of votes and hold a provisional ballot hearing. The board will also determine any state-requested recounts.

• Provisional Ballot Hearing
• Canvass of Votes
• Determination of state requested recounts

Board of Canvassers

Finance & Operations Committee

The York County Finance & Operations Committee will first approve the minutes from its May 18, 2026 meeting. It will then consider a series of fund allocations from various county districts to local nonprofit and community groups. Each item proposes a specific dollar amount to be granted from the district's budget. The meeting concludes with an executive session and adjournment.

• Allocate $8,000 from District 2 to RideAbility Therapeutic Riding Center
• Allocate $5,000 from District 2 to Project Safe Pet
• Allocate $5,000 from District 2 to Clover Area Assistance Center
• Allocate $4,000 from District 3 to Jefferson Remembered
• Allocate $2,500 from District 5 to Greater Things Ministry

The Finance & Operations Committee approved several fund allocations for local organizations in Districts 2, 3, 4, 5, and 7. The committee also approved the minutes from the May 18, 2026 meeting.

• Approved May 18, 2026 minutes (3-0)
• Approved $1,000.00 to Greater Things Ministry from District 2 (3-0)
• Approved $5,000.00 to Project Safe Pet from District 2 (3-0)
• Approved $5,000.00 to Clover Area Assistance Center from District 2 (3-0)
• Approved $8,000.00 to RideAbility Therapeutic Riding Center from District 2 (3-0)
• Approved $4,000.00 to Jefferson Remembered from District 3 (3-0)
• Approved $1,000.00 to Blessed to be a Blessing Outreach from District 3 (3-0)
• Approved $2,000.00 to Greater York County Chapter Top Ladies of Distinction from District 4 (3-0)

County Council

York County Council will consider a consent agenda including second readings for three rezoning requests, a proclamation for Parks and Recreation Month, and multiple contract approvals and software renewals totaling over $2.9 million. The rezoning cases involve properties on Lockart Road, Williams Road, and Windmill Lane. Also included are Oath of Office for new board members and a recognition of Parks staff.

• Rezoning case 26-16: 73.73 acres on Lockart Road from RUD to AGC
• Rezoning case 26-17: 3.01 acres at 1545 Williams Road from OI to NC
• Rezoning case 26-18: 33.95 acres at 5082 Windmill Lane from RMX-10 to RUD
• Contract award for AV equipment in courtrooms: $630,296.87
• Software contract management system purchase from OpenGov: $285,278.03

The Council passed multiple second-reading rezoning requests for properties in Sharon, Fort Mill, and Clover. Additionally, the body approved various software and maintenance contracts for county operations and technology infrastructure.

• Approved rezoning of 73.73 acres on Lockart Road from RUD to AGC (7-0)
• Approved rezoning of 3.01 acres at 1545 Williams Road from OI to NC (7-0)
• Approved rezoning of 33.95 acres at 5082 Windmill Lane from RMX-10 to RUD (7-0)
• Approved July as Parks and Recreation Month (7-0)
• Approved $37,265.00 contract amendment for Catawba Bend Preserve Phase 1 Greenway (7-0)
• Approved $96,583.76 maintenance renewal with Harris Local Government (7-0)
• Approved $72,030.00 document management system renewal with Infovision (7-0)
• Approved $201,175.67 Human Resource software renewal with NEOGOV (7-0)

Board of Canvassers

The Board of Voter Registration and Elections will meet to conduct a canvass of voters. The agenda includes a provisional ballot hearing and the coordination of local recounts with state-requested recounts.

• Provisional Ballot Hearing
• Canvass of Voters
• Coordination of local and state recounts

Board of Zoning Appeals

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two land development waivers and consider new business including preliminary plat approval for the Wedgewood townhome development, three rezoning requests, and three text amendments to the Land Development Code. They may also discuss a rezoning tracking sheet and go into executive session.

• Public hearing on Waiver W26-2: Lennar Carolinas requests side setback waiver for townhome lots on Coltharp Road, Fort Mill.
• Public hearing on Waiver W26-3: Kevin Garton requests driveway separation waiver at Dam Road and Highway 160, Fort Mill.
• Preliminary plat review for Wedgewood townhomes by Lennar Carolinas on Coltharp Road, zoned RMX-6.
• Rezoning 26-21: 3.06 acres on Moss Lake Drive, Clover from RUD to GC.
• Text amendment to allow manufactured homes as conditional use in RSF-40 zoning district.

The Planning Commission recommended approval for multiple land development waivers, preliminary plats, and rezoning requests. The commission also recommended amendments to various chapters of the Land Development Code regarding manufactured homes and parcel definitions.

• Recommended approval of side setback waiver W26-2 (6-0)
• Recommended approval of driveway separation waiver W26-3 (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Wedgewood preliminary plat (6-0)
• Recommended approval of rezoning 26-21 for Moss Lake Drive (6-0)
• Recommended denial of rezoning 26-22 for S Paraham Road (4-1)
• Recommended approval of rezoning 15-38A for Pleasant Road and Coltharp Road (6-0)
• Recommended approval to amend Chapter 155 regarding manufactured homes in RSF-40 districts (6-0)
• Recommended approval of amendments to Chapters 155 and 154 regarding parcel boundaries (6-0)

Board of Voter Registration & Elections

The Board of Voter Registration and Elections will hold its regular meeting on June 4, 2026. Items include an executive session, a performance evaluation of the Executive Director, and follow‑up matters. The meeting will conclude with adjournment.

• Executive Session
• Executive Director performance evaluation
• Matters for consideration/actions following Executive Session

Health & Environmental Protection Committee

The Health & Environmental Protection Committee will vote on minutes from January 2026 and receive updates on the Parks Foundation and general operations and capital projects. The agenda consists largely of routine procedural items and informational updates.

• Approval of minutes from the January 20, 2026 meeting
• Update on the Parks Foundation
• Update on general operations and capital projects
• Possible actions following executive session

Board of Canvassers

The York County Board of Voter Registration and Elections will hold a regular meeting with a provisional ballot hearing and a possible recount. The agenda is largely procedural, with a public forum and certification of any recount results.

• Provisional Ballot Hearing
• Recount (if necessary) and Recount Certification
• Public Forum limited to 30 minutes

Transportation Committee

The Transportation Committee will vote on three allocations of $500 each from C-funds to erect honorary street signs in Rock Hill. The signs honor officers Robert M. McFadden, Robert Gilmore Johnston, and Steven Wayne Jordan on portions of Saluda Street, Johnston Street, and Charlotte Avenue respectively. The allocations are requested per General Assembly resolutions H.5190, H.5192, and H.5189.

• $500 allocation for Saluda Street sign honoring Officer Robert M. McFadden from Johnston Street to Albright Road
• $500 allocation for Johnston Street sign honoring Officer Robert Gilmore Johnston from Dave Lyle Boulevard on-ramp to South Wilson Street
• $500 allocation for Charlotte Avenue sign honoring Officer Steven Wayne Jordan from McDow Drive to North Avenue

The Transportation Committee approved a $500 allocation for signage on Saluda Street, a $500 allocation for signage on Johnston Street, and a $500 allocation for signage on Charlotte Avenue, each honoring a fallen officer. All three motions passed unanimously with a 6‑0 vote. The meeting then adjourned by a unanimous 6‑0 vote.

• Approved $500 sign allocation for Saluda Street honoring Officer Robert M. McFadden (6-0)
• Approved $500 sign allocation for Johnston Street honoring Officer Robert Gilmore Johnston (6-0)
• Approved $500 sign allocation for Charlotte Avenue honoring Officer Steven Wayne Jordan (6-0)
• Motion to adjourn passed (6-0)

County Council

County Council will consider consent agenda items including multiple rezoning actions, contract approvals, and procurement exemptions. A third-reading rezoning of 184 townhome parcels in Glen Ridge, Steele Meadows, and Sheffield Point communities from RMX-20 to RMX-6 is the most consequential item. Other rezoning actions include a machine shop on Grayson Road and a barn on True Road. Several purchase order increases and software renewals are also up for approval.

• Rezoning 184 parcels in Glen Ridge, Steele Meadows, and Sheffield Point from RMX-20 to RMX-6 (Third Reading)
• Change Order #1 with Blythe Development for $866,058.57 on Hwy. 72 widening project
• Renewal of tax software through PubliQ Software for $167,600.83
• Purchase order increase of $65,000 for inmate food services (total $965,000)
• Procurement exemption for municipal solid waste disposal at Republic Services up to $650,000

The council unanimously approved the minutes from the May 18 meeting, several rezoning actions, and contracts for tax, procurement, and agenda software. All motions passed with a 6‑0 vote and no abstentions.

• Approved May 18 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved rezoning of 12.80 acres from GC to RMX‑20 (7-0, recorded as 6-0 vote)
• Approved rezoning of parcels from RMX‑20 to RMX‑6 (6-0)
• Approved rezoning of 0.99 acre from UD to LI (6-0)
• Approved rezoning of 43.18 acres from RSF‑40 to AGC (6-0)
• Approved renewal of PubliQ tax software ($167,600.83) (6-0)
• Authorized contract negotiations for eProcurement software (RFP #3031) (6-0)
• Authorized purchase order increase for inmate food services ($65,000) (6-0)

Economic Development Board

The Economic Development Board will hold a regular meeting with reports on economic development tools, partnerships, community engagement, and an I-77 South Corridor update. Following reports and other business, the board will enter executive session to discuss prospective economic development projects, with possible actions afterward. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from April 28, 2026.

• Approval of minutes from April 28, 2026
• Report on Economic Development Tools & Project Process
• Report on Economic Development Partnerships & Coordination
• I-77 South Corridor Update
• Executive session to discuss prospective economic development projects

Planning & Zoning Committee

The committee will first approve the minutes from its May 6, 2026 meeting. It will then receive a schedule of ongoing townhome rezonings to RMX‑6 and discuss the Newport Area Plan, industrial uses, and data center standards.

• Approve minutes from May 6, 2026 Planning & Zoning Committee meeting
• Staff to provide schedule of ongoing townhome rezonings to RMX-6
• Discussion of the Newport Area Plan
• Follow‑up discussion regarding industrial uses
• Follow‑up discussion regarding data center standards

Finance & Operations Committee

The Finance & Operations Committee will first approve the March 16, 2026 meeting minutes. It will then consider applications for service on several boards, including the Stormwater Appeals Board, Keep York County Beautiful, Board of Assessment Appeals, and Employee Grievance Committee. The bulk of the meeting involves voting on multiple $1,000‑$5,000 fund allocations from various districts to local nonprofit and fire‑department projects.

• Approve minutes from the March 16, 2026 Finance & Operations Committee meeting
• Consider appointment of Juan Abendano to the Stormwater Appeals Board (1‑year term)
• Reappoint Jay Fuss to the Board of Assessment Appeals (2nd term)
• Allocate $5,000 from District 7 to Fort Mill History Museum
• Allocate $2,000 from District 1 to York County Sheriff's Department – Project Lifesaver

The committee approved the March 16, 2026 meeting minutes (3‑0). It appointed Juan Abendano to the Stormwater Appeals Board, Candace Pixley to Keep York County Beautiful, Jay Fuss to the Board of Assessment Appeals, and Tabitha Dellinger and Stephanie Johnson to the Employee Grievance Committee (each 3‑0). It also approved a series of district fund allocations, the largest being a $5,000 grant to the Fort Mill History Museum (3‑0). All votes were unanimous with three yes votes and no no or abstentions.

• Approved March 16, 2026 minutes (3‑0)
• Approved Juan Abendano for a first term on Stormwater Appeals Board (3‑0)
• Approved Candace Pixley for a second term on Keep York County Beautiful (3‑0)
• Approved Jay Fuss for a second term on Board of Assessment Appeals (3‑0)
• Approved Tabitha Dellinger for a first term on Employee Grievance Committee (3‑0)
• Approved Stephanie Johnson for a second term on Employee Grievance Committee (3‑0)
• Approved $5,000 grant to Fort Mill History Museum (3‑0)
• Approved $4,000 grant to York County Fall Livestock Show (3‑0)

County Council

The York County Council will hold a second reading of the FY27 budget ordinance, which sets operating and capital budgets, levies taxes, and establishes a consolidated fee schedule. The consent agenda includes three rezoning actions, multiple equipment purchases and contracts, and several grant acceptances for the sheriff's office. A public forum is scheduled at the start of the meeting.

• Second reading of FY27 budget ordinance including tax levy and consolidated fee schedule
• Rezone 184 parcels in Glen Ridge, Steele Meadows, and Sheffield Point from RMX-20 to RMX-6
• Rezone 0.99 acres on Grayson Road, Rock Hill from UD to LI for a machine shop
• Approve $1,500,000 participation agreement with SCDOT for Sam Smith Road sidewalk project
• Approve purchase of Ford F550 brush truck for Lesslie Fire Tax District at $257,116.22

The York County Council approved a financial participation agreement with SCDOT to fund a 0.45‑mile sidewalk on Sam Smith Road, costing $1,500,000 with a 20% county match. It also approved three rezoning actions, a fire‑truck purchase, inmate‑telephone contract negotiations, and several grant authorizations. All motions passed unanimously with a 7‑0 vote.

• Approved Financial Participation Agreement with SCDOT for Sam Smith Road sidewalk project (7‑0)
• Approved rezoning of 184 parcels from RMX‑20 to RMX‑6 in Fort Mill area (7‑0)
• Approved rezoning of 0.99 acre from UD to LI on Grayson Road, Rock Hill (7‑0)
• Approved rezoning of 43.18 acres from RSF‑40 to AGC on True Road, McConnells (7‑0)
• Approved purchase of Ford F550 XLT brush truck for Lesslie Fire Tax District, up to $257,116.22 (7‑0)
• Authorized contract negotiations for RFP #3029 inmate telephone services (7‑0)
• Authorized Sheriff's Office to apply for and accept $65,000 SAVS grant (7‑0)
• Authorized Sheriff's Office to accept $28,423 Byrne JAG Program grant (7‑0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hear a variance request from minimum setback requirements for a property at 2092 Highway 557 in the Clover Community, owned by The Sisters of Charity of Saint Vincent De Paul of York County. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from a prior special called meeting on April 2, 2026, and may enter executive session for legal matters.

• Variance request from Zoning Code §155.622-1 Minimum Setbacks for 2092 Highway 557, Clover (TMS# 4650000132)
• Applicant: Jeff Marine on behalf of The Sisters of Charity of Saint Vincent De Paul of York County
• Case Number Z26-4 V BZA, District 2 (Litten)
• Approval of minutes from April 2, 2026 special called meeting

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a variance request for the property at 2092 Highway 557 in the Clover Community. The motion passed unanimously (5-0) with one member absent. The minutes from the April 2, 2026 meeting were also approved unanimously.

• Approved minutes from April 2, 2026 meeting (5-0)
• Approved variance for 2092 Highway 557 (5-0)

County Council

The County Council is holding a special called meeting to conduct a public hearing regarding the proposed budget for the fiscal year starting July 1, 2026. Residents may express views on the proposed budget ordinance, tax levies, and the consolidated fee schedule.

• Public hearing to establish FY 2027 operating and capital budgets
• Proposed levy of taxes for the fiscal year commencing July 1, 2026
• Establishment of a consolidated fee schedule for county government, boards, agencies, and departments

County Council

The York County Council will hold a workshop to follow up on the FY27 budget. This is a discussion-only meeting, with no votes scheduled. An executive session is also planned for matters requiring confidential discussion.

• FY27 budget follow-up discussion

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review three rezoning applications: a 73.73‑acre parcel on Lockart Road in Sharon (RUD to AGC), a 3.01‑acre parcel on Williams Road in Fort Mill (OI to NC), and a 33.95‑acre parcel on Windmill Lane in Clover (RMX‑10 to RUD). The commission will also receive staff information on permitting manufactured homes in the RSF‑40 zoning district. Standard agenda items include approval of the agenda, minutes, and other routine business.

• Rezoning 26-16 – 73.73‑acre parcel on Lockart Road, Sharon, from RUD to AGC
• Rezoning 26-17 – 3.01‑acre parcel on Williams Road, Fort Mill, from OI to NC
• Rezoning 26-18 – 33.95‑acre parcel on Windmill Lane, Clover, from RMX‑10 to RUD
• Staff information request on allowing manufactured homes in the RSF‑40 zoning district

The commission approved rezoning 26-16, 26-17, and 26-18, changing land use designations as requested. It also approved a motion to receive staff information on allowing manufactured homes in the RSF-40 zoning district. All actions passed unanimously.

• Approved rezoning 26-16 from RUD to AGC (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning 26-17 from OI to NC (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning 26-18 from RMX-10 to RUD (unanimous)
• Approved request to receive information on manufactured homes in RSF-40 (unanimous)

Board of Voter Registration & Elections

The York County Board of Voter Registration and Elections holds a provisional ballot and results certification hearing. They will canvass votes, consider any necessary recount, and certify the outcome of a recent election. A public forum is limited to 30 minutes with 2 minutes per speaker.

• Provisional ballot hearing to determine validity
• Canvass of votes for official results
• Recount process if needed and certification
• Public forum session (30 minutes total, 2 minutes per person)

Planning & Zoning Committee

The Planning & Zoning Committee will meet to discuss updates to split-zoning and standards for data centers. The body will also review rules regarding the replacement of non-conforming manufactured homes.

• Discussion regarding split-zoning revision
• Discussion regarding non-conforming manufactured home replacement
• Discussion regarding data center standards

The Planning & Zoning Committee approved three data‑center related actions: adding a 50‑ft buffer from the road right‑of‑way, setting the maximum building height at 60 ft, and prohibiting data centers from generating their own power. The committee also voted to go into executive session for legal advice on a temporary moratorium and to adjourn the meeting.

• Approved 50‑ft buffer from road right‑of‑way (3‑0)
• Approved maximum data‑center height of 60 ft (2‑1)
• Approved prohibition on data centers generating their own power (3‑0)
• Approved motion to go into executive session for legal advice on moratorium (3‑0)
• Approved motion to adjourn (3‑0)

County Council

The York County Council will consider several rezoning actions, approve multiple vehicle and equipment purchases, and adopt contracts for engineering and road projects. They will also adopt recognitions for public service and approve grant fund requests for opioid recovery and substance‑abuse services. All items are presented as consent agenda items for the May 4, 2026 meeting.

• Rezoning from RMX-10 to RUD for 8.38 acres on Sand Tar Road (Case #26-04)
• Purchase of a custom mobile command vehicle up to $1,400,000 from LDV Custom Specialty Vehicles
• Engineering contract with LaBella Associates for up to $45,348 for Highway 557 Sewer Upgrade
• Contract amendment with Kimley Horn for up to $176,416.87 for Hwy 49/Bonum Road/Montgomery Road intersection
• Purchase of two 2026 Ford Police Interceptor SUVs for $96,648

The council approved three third‑reading rezoning actions: 26‑04 (RMX‑10 to RUD), 26‑08 (amending conditions for multi‑family condos), and 26‑09 (UD to GC). It also approved several vehicle and equipment contracts, a subrecipient agreement for a park grant, and the donation of a surplus fire truck. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved rezoning 26‑04 (RMX‑10 to RUD) 8.38 acres (7‑0)
• Approved rezoning 26‑08 amendment for multi‑family condos (7‑0)
• Approved rezoning 26‑09 (UD to GC) 0.81 acres (7‑0)
• Approved Subrecipient Agreement for Wooded Valley Park CDBG grant (7‑0)
• Approved engineering contract with LaBella Associates $45,348.00 (7‑0)
• Approved contract amendment with Kimley Horn $176,416.87 (7‑0)
• Approved purchase of two 2026 Ford Explorer SUVs $75,746.00 (7‑0)
• Approved donation of surplus 1988 Ford fire pumper to Cherokee Kings Creek Volunteer Fire Department (7‑0)

Economic Development Committee

The York County Economic Development Committee will meet to approve previous minutes, receive a presentation from Winthrop University on new programs, and discuss marketing updates. The meeting will conclude with an executive session regarding a contractual matter known as Project Palmetto Rock.

• Approval of March 12, 2026 committee minutes
• Winthrop University presentation on new programs
• Update on Marketing/Communications
• Executive Session: Project Palmetto Rock
• Future Discussions

Economic Development Board

The Economic Development Board will receive reports on the I-77 Corridor, including context, priorities, strategic direction, and project activity. The board may also consider approving minutes from the March 24 meeting and could take action following an executive session. No specific votes, contracts, or dollar amounts are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of March 24, 2026, board meeting minutes
• Report and discussion on I-77 Corridor: vision, priorities, strategic direction, and project activity
• Executive session with possible actions afterward

Justice & Public Safety Committee

The Justice & Public Safety Committee will approve minutes from a prior meeting and discuss Tier II Reporting Fees and Boards and Commission members' conduct. The meeting will include a fire update and a public comment period.

• Approval of February 25, 2026 minutes
• Fire update
• Discussion on Tier II Reporting Fees
• Discussion on Boards and Commission members conduct
• Public Comments

County Council

York County Council will consider several rezoning requests for commercial and residential developments. The body is also deciding on infrastructure contracts, land conservation expenditures, and the donation of a surplus fire truck.

• Award of $7,958,375.51 to Blythe Construction, Inc. for US 21/Springdale Road improvements
• Contract amendment of $325,996.00 with JD Goodrum Inc. for Catawba Bend Preserve Greenway and Dams
• Rezoning of 50.803 acres at Gold Hill Road and Highway 21 for future commercial development
• Expenditures of $48,905 and $98,610 for conservation easements via Nation Ford Land Trust
• Proposed donation of a 1988 Ford C8000 KME Fire Pumper truck to Cherokee Kings Creek Volunteer Fire Department

The York County Council unanimously approved the consent agenda and six rezoning actions, converting land to General Commercial zones and other designations. It also approved a $325,996 amendment to the JD Goodrum contract for the Catawba Bend Preserve Greenway and Dams project, and declared a 1988 fire pumper surplus for donation. All votes were 7‑0 in favor.

• Approved consent agenda (7-0)
• Approved rezoning of 0.611 acre at 2389 Highway 160 W. Fort Mill from RUD to GC (7-0)
• Approved rezoning of 7.0 acres on Hands Mill Highway from UD to GC (7-0)
• Approved rezoning of 8.38 acres on Sand Tar Road from RMX‑10 to RUD (7-0)
• Approved rezoning of 1.776 acres on Highway 160 W. Fort Mill from PD to GC (7-0)
• Approved rezoning of 50.803 acres at Gold Hill Road/Highway 21 from LI to GC (7-0)
• Approved contract amendment #2 with JD Goodrum Inc. for $325,996 (7-0)
• Approved donation of 1988 Ford C8000 KME fire pumper to Cherokee Kings Creek Volunteer Fire Department (7-0)

County Council

The York County Council will follow up on the FY27 budget development and provide an update on the FY27 agency funding process. In executive session, members will address a personnel/contractual matter concerning the interim county attorney and review legal advice on a possible settlement for Project No. 17228-003, Tract 97.

• FY27 Budget Development Follow Up
• FY27 Agency Funding Process Update
• Executive Session – Interim County Attorney personnel/contractual matter
• Executive Session – Consider settlement in Project No. 17228-003, Tract 97

The York County Council voted unanimously to go into executive session to consider settlement advice for Project No. 17228-003, Tract 97. After the executive session, the Council also voted unanimously to adjourn the meeting.

• Entered executive session on legal matter (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

Board of Voter Registration & Elections

The York County Board of Voter Registration and Elections will review and potentially approve an early voting site. It will also discuss the election calendar, candidate filings, polling‑place updates, and pending voter‑registration legislation. The meeting includes a public forum limited to thirty minutes.

• Approval of an early voting site
• Review of the election calendar
• Consideration of candidate filings
• Updates on polling places
• Discussion of pending voter registration legislation

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider several land development requests, including a public hearing on a driveway waiver for 5377 Old York Road. Old business includes waivers and a rezoning of a 12.8‑acre parcel on Blessed Hope Road. New business features preliminary plat applications for Newport Commons and a private road to Williams Reserve, plus multiple rezoning proposals. The council‑initiated rezoning of 184 parcels in Fort Mill is a major agenda item.

• Waiver W26-1: driveway separation waiver for 5377 Old York Road, Rock Hill (PD zoning)
• Rezoning 26-03: 12.8‑acre parcel on Blessed Hope Road, York, from GC to RMX-20
• Preliminary plat for Newport Commons at Old York Rd & Adnah Church Rd, Rock Hill (PD zoning)
• Rezoning 26-10: council‑initiated change of 184 townhome parcels from RMX-20 to RMX-6 in Fort Mill
• Rezoning 26-13: 43.18‑acre parcel on True Road, McConnells, from RSF-40 to AGC

The commission unanimously approved several land development waivers, rezoning requests, and preliminary plats. It also denied one rezoning application. All actions were recorded with unanimous votes.

• Approved Waiver W26-1 for 5377 Old York Rd (driveway separation) – unanimous
• Approved Waiver W25-11 for 1785 Gold Hill Rd (driveway separation with conditions) – unanimous
• Approved Waiver W25-11 reduced vehicle stacking to 40 ft for 1785 Gold Hill Rd – unanimous
• Approved rezoning 26-03 (12.8‑acre) from GC to RMX-20 on Blessed Hope Rd – unanimous
• Approved preliminary plat for Newport Commons (Prestige Land & Site Works) – unanimous
• Approved preliminary plat for Williams Reserve private road with conditions – unanimous
• Approved rezoning 26-10 of 184 parcels from RMX-20 to RMX-6 in Fort Mill – unanimous
• Denied rezoning 26-11 of 1.62‑acre from NC to RC on Chapel View Court – unanimous

Transportation Committee

The York County Transportation Committee will consider approving the dedication of the intersection of Black Street and Dave Lyle Boulevard as the Lt. Larry "LV" Vaughn Memorial Intersection. The committee will also decide whether to allocate $500 for the required markers or signage. The request comes from the South Carolina Department of Transportation following a concurrent resolution (H. 4571).

• Approve dedication of Lt. Larry "LV" Vaughn Memorial Intersection at Black Street and Dave Lyle Boulevard
• Allocate $500 for markers or signage for the memorial intersection
• Reference to concurrent resolution H. 4571 from the South Carolina General Assembly

The Transportation Committee approved allocating $500.00 for markers or signage at the intersection of Black Street and Dave Lyle Boulevard, naming it the Lt. Larry "LV" Vaughn Memorial Intersection. The motion passed unanimously with a 6‑0 vote. The committee then adjourned the meeting, also by a 6‑0 vote.

• Approved $500.00 for Lt. Larry "LV" Vaughn memorial intersection signage (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

County Council

York County Council will consider approving software contracts, a $2.1 million sewer reimbursement, and police vehicle upgrades. The meeting also includes public hearings on three rezoning requests.

• Approve $2,102,641.00 reimbursement to DR Horton for sewer infrastructure
• Authorize contract negotiations for Parks and Recreation software (RFP #3022)
• Approve $105,000.00 for new police responder vehicles
• Public hearing on rezoning 8.38 acres to RUD on Sand Tar Road
• Public hearing on rezoning 1.776 acres to GC on Highway 160 W. Fort Mill

The council approved a series of items, including a $2,102,641 reimbursement to DR Horton for Westport sewer work, authorization of a $25,000 DOT hazardous‑materials grant, and approval of multiple contracts and grant authorizations. It also approved the meeting minutes, board appointments, the Community Development Block Grant needs assessment, and several other contracts and purchases.

• Approved $2,102,641 reimbursement to DR Horton for Westport sewer infrastructure (6-0)
• Authorized staff to apply for and accept up to $25,000 DOT Hazardous Materials Emergency Preparedness Grant (6-0)
• Approved $68,980 contract amendment for mechanical engineering services at Fort Mill Magistrate Facility (6-0)
• Approved purchase of Microsoft Office 2024 licenses for $89,419.51 from SHI (6-0)
• Approved $60,000 increase to police responder vehicle purchase order, total $105,000 (6-0)
• Approved amendment to Verizon Connect Fleet contract for vehicle tracking devices (6-0)
• Authorized Sheriff's Office to accept $481,110 Highway Safety Grant for traffic enforcement (6-0)
• Authorized contract negotiations for Parks and Recreation Management software (RFP #3022) (6-0)

General

The Board of Zoning Appeals will first approve the minutes from the March 12, 2026 meeting. It will then consider a Special Exception request by Jeffrey Kelley to permit a Large Special Event (rodeo) on the property at 3771 Highway 97 in the Hickory Grove Community, District 3 Adkins (Case Z26-2 SE BZA).

• Approve minutes from the March 12, 2026 meeting.
• Consider Special Exception for a Large Special Event (rodeo) at 3771 Highway 97, Hickory Grove Community (Case Z26-2 SE BZA).

The board approved the minutes from the March 12, 2026 meeting by a 5-0 vote, with one member absent. It also approved a special exception to allow a large rodeo event at 3771 Highway 97, also by a 5-0 vote with the same member absent. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved March 12, 2026 minutes (5-0)
• Approved special event exception for rodeo at 3771 Highway 97 (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

County Council

The York County Council will convene a special called meeting and enter an executive session. During that session, members will consider a personnel matter involving the County Attorney. After the session, the meeting will be adjourned.

• Executive session: personnel matter concerning the County Attorney

The council voted to enter an executive session on a personnel matter concerning the county attorney. They then approved Laura Dover as interim county attorney and authorized posting the county attorney position. The meeting was adjourned.

• Entered executive session for personnel matter (7-0)
• Approved Laura Dover as interim county attorney (7-0)
• Authorized posting of county attorney position (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

Economic Development Board

The Economic Development Board will meet to discuss and amend its bylaws. The board is also scheduled to review the I-77 South Corridor Plan and receive project updates.

• Discussion and amendment of bylaws
• Review of I-77 South Corridor Plan
• Project updates

Finance & Operations Committee

The committee will review applications for several county boards and advisory committees. Members will also consider five separate funding allocations from District 3 and District 6 totaling $9,250.

• Proposed funding: $1,000 to Fay Bergman Charitable Corporation (District 3)
• Proposed funding: $2,000 to Smyrna Volunteer Fire Department (District 3)
• Proposed funding: $5,000 to York County Regional Chamber of Commerce Foundation (District 6)
• Proposed funding: $300 to Fay Bergman Charitable Corporation (District 6)
• Proposed funding: $950 to Christians to Feed the Hungry (District 6)

County Council

York County Council will hold public hearings on zoning changes for data centers and a development agreement for two schools. The body will also consider a 10% pay increase for sworn Sheriff's Office personnel and a new regulatory framework for ambulance services.

• Proposed ordinance requiring special exceptions and development standards for data centers
• 10% across-the-board pay increase request for sworn Sheriff's Office personnel
• Request for $2,790,548 in state funds for the School Resource Officer Program
• Rezoning of 2389 Highway 160 W for gasoline sales and Hands Mill Highway for retail/grocery
• Contract for HVAC replacement at York County Historic Courthouse totaling $467,400

The York County Council approved two commercial rezoning requests, authorized the Sheriff’s Office to accept $2,790,548 in state‑funded school resource officer money, and adopted several contracts for construction, engineering, and vehicle purchases. It also declared 43 county vehicles surplus and set a public hearing on a data‑center zoning amendment. All actions passed unanimously.

• Approved rezoning of 0.611 acres at 2389 Highway 160 W. from RUD to GC (7‑0)
• Approved rezoning of 7.0 acres on Hands Mill Highway from UD to GC (7‑0)
• Authorized the Sheriff’s Office to accept $2,790,548 State‑Funded School Resource Officer Program if awarded (7‑0)
• Approved $50,000 pre‑construction agreement with MB Kahn Construction for Moss Justice Booking Renovations (7‑0)
• Approved $467,400 contract amendment with DeVita and Associates for Historic Courthouse HVAC replacement (7‑0)
• Approved purchase of one 2026 Ram 2500 SSV for $53,595 for Emergency Management (7‑0)
• Declared 43 county vehicles surplus for disposition (7‑0)
• Scheduled a public hearing to consider second reading of a data‑center zoning ordinance amendment

Transportation Committee

The York County Transportation Committee meeting includes a single action item: approving a dedication of a portion of Squire Road in Rock Hill to Archbishop B.R. Wilson. The committee will allocate $500 for signage as requested by the South Carolina Department of Transportation. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.

• Approve dedication of a portion of Squire Road in Rock Hill to Archbishop B.R. Wilson
• Allocate $500 for road name markers or signs

The Transportation Committee voted 7‑0 to allocate $500 for markers naming a portion of Squire Road after Archbishop B.R. Wilson, as requested by the South Carolina Department of Transportation. The motion to approve the allocation was moved by William Bump Roddey and seconded by Ansel Watts Huckabee Sr. The committee also voted 7‑0 to adjourn the meeting.

• Approved $500 allocation for Archbishop B.R. Wilson road dedication (7-0)
• Approved motion to adjourn (7-0)

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee will approve the minutes from its December 16, 2025 meeting, hear a presentation from the York County Regional Chamber on workforce efforts, and discuss several initiatives including the Bailey Bill, a Small Business Road Map presented by Eduardo Venegas, and an update on Aspen Business Park. After the public portion, the committee will hold an executive session to consider Project Utopia and Project Palmetto Rock.

• Approve minutes from the December 16, 2025 Economic Development Committee meeting
• York County Regional Chamber presentation on workforce efforts
• Consider the Bailey Bill
• Small Business Road Map presentation by Eduardo Venegas
• Aspen Business Park update

The Economic Development Committee approved the minutes from the December 16, 2025 meeting. It voted to go into executive session to discuss Project Utopia and Project Palmetto Rock. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved Dec 16 2025 minutes (Yes 0, No 0, Abstained 0)
• Entered executive session on Project Utopia and Project Palmetto Rock (Yes 3, No 0)
• Adjourned meeting (Yes 3, No 0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider a receipt of legal advice regarding ongoing litigation. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of the February 12, 2026 minutes and standard procedural business.

• Receipt of legal advice: litigation update (executive session item)
• Approval of minutes from February 12, 2026

The Board approved the February 12, 2026 minutes and amended the hours of operation to Wednesday‑Saturday 10:00 am‑9:00 pm and Sunday 1:00 pm‑7:00 pm. It also voted to hold a special called meeting on April 2, 2026 to hear a Special Exception case. The Board entered an executive session at 6:02 pm (no action taken) and adjourned at 6:54 pm.

• Approved February 12, 2026 minutes with corrected hours of operation (6-0)
• Approved special called meeting for April 2, 2026 to hear Special Exception case (6-0)
• Approved entry into Executive Session at 6:02 pm (6-0)
• Approved adjournment at 6:54 pm (6-0)

County Council Workshop

The York County Council will hold a workshop to discuss the development of the Fiscal Year 2027 budget, including compensation and benefits, and will hold an executive session following the meeting.

• FY27 Budget Development (Retreat Follow-up, Revenue Update, Planning)
• Compensation and Benefits discussion
• Executive Session following the meeting

The council motion to adjourn the March 10, 2026 workshop was passed unanimously with six votes in favor and none against. No other substantive actions or votes were recorded in the minutes.

• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

Planning Commission

The York County Planning Commission will consider rezoning requests for multiple properties and review a proposal to require special exceptions for data center uses in industrial zones.

• Waiver W25-11: Request to waive driveway separation and stacking at 1785 Gold Hill Road
• Rezoning 26-03: Request to rezone 15.623 acres from RMX-20 and GC to AGC on Blessed Hope Road
• Rezoning 26-08: Request to amend conditions of a rezoning adopted on June 16, 2025, for eight parcels totaling 14.06 acres on Highway 160
• Planning Commission to review Chapter 155: Zoning Code amendments for data center uses
• Preliminary Plat: Gates at Springfield subdivision on tax map numbers 728-00-00-007, -041, & -048

The commission unanimously denied the rezoning request for a 15.6‑acre parcel on Blessed Hope Road (Rezoning 26‑03). It approved seven other rezoning applications, including a mixed‑use change on Sand Tar Road and several commercial and residential changes, most with unanimous votes. The body also unanimously recommended an amendment to the zoning code to add a special exception for data centers, with additional environmental and utility recommendations. Finally, it approved preliminary plats for the Sage Mill subdivision and the Gates at Springfield subdivision, the latter passing with two dissenting votes.

• Denied Rezoning 26-03 (Baker) – unanimous
• Approved Rezoning 26-04 (Martin) – passed with one nay
• Approved Rezoning 26-05 (Porter) – unanimous
• Approved Rezoning 26-06 (TWP Ft Mill Retail) – unanimous
• Approved Rezoning 26-08 (multiple parcels) – unanimous
• Approved Rezoning 26-09 (Corkhill) – unanimous
• Recommended approval of zoning‑code amendment for data‑center special exception – unanimous
• Approved preliminary plat for Haven Home Investments subdivision – unanimous

County Council

The York County Council will hold an executive session to receive legal advice concerning Silfab Solar and recent incidents at its site. After the session, the council will consider possible actions based on that advice. No decisions are recorded on the agenda.

• Receipt of legal advice regarding Silfab Solar and recent site incidents
• Discussion of potential actions following the legal advice

The council voted 5-1 to enter Executive Session for receipt of legal advice. It then voted 6-0 to direct county management to invoke emergency ordinance powers and comply with SCDES and EPA directives. The meeting was adjourned by a 6-0 vote. Chairwoman Cox said a statement will be issued later that day.

• Enter Executive Session for legal advice (5-1)
• Direct county management to invoke emergency powers and comply with SCDES/EPA directives (6-0)
• Adjourn meeting (6-0)

County Council

York County Council will consider a large-scale road paving contract and two rezoning requests. The body will also vote on multiple equipment purchases for Public Works, Utilities, and the Bethel Fire Department.

• 2024-2026 Paving Project #23353 award to Blythe Brothers Asphalt Co., LLC for $4,571,662.81
• Rezoning of 6.89 acres on RPC Road, Fort Mill to GC for a self-storage facility
• Rezoning of 1.86 acres at 1483 Springpoint Road, Rock Hill to RSF-30 for a manufactured home
• Purchase of 23 sets of firefighting gear for Bethel Fire Department for $102,722.14
• Water tank maintenance contract with Southern Corrosion Inc. for $317,340.00 annually

The York County Council unanimously (7‑0) approved the consent agenda and the February 16 minutes. It also approved two rezoning actions: a 6.89‑acre self‑storage development in Fort Mill and a 1.86‑acre manufactured‑home placement in Rock Hill. Additional unanimous approvals included an EMS grant‑in‑aid, firefighting gear for Bethel Fire Department, and multiple equipment contracts for Public Works, Utilities, and the Solicitor’s Office.

• Approved consent agenda (7‑0)
• Approved February 16, 2026 minutes (7‑0)
• Approved rezoning of 6.89 acres from UD/RMX‑10 to GC for self‑storage (7‑0)
• Approved rezoning of 1.86 acres from RSF‑40 to RSF‑30 for manufactured home (7‑0)
• Approved EMS grant‑in‑aid of $20,689.34 with required match (7‑0)
• Approved purchase of 23 sets of firefighting gear for $102,722.14 (7‑0)
• Approved Karpel Solutions case‑management system maintenance contract for $131,665 (7‑0)
• Approved multiple equipment purchases totaling $823,846.28, including skid loader, mini‑excavators, dump truck, vacuum excavator, and boom mower (7‑0)

County Council Workshop

The York County Council will hold a workshop/retreat on February 28, 2026. Council members will discuss priority setting for the next three months, FY27 infrastructure needs, FY27 service level demands, and share roundtable updates. No formal decisions or votes are listed on the agenda.

Justice & Public Safety Committee

The committee will meet to review and approve an EMS Ordinance. Members will also hold a follow-up discussion regarding the conduct of Boards and Commission members.

• Review and approval of the EMS Ordinance
• Discussion on Boards and Commission members conduct

The Justice & Public Safety Committee approved the January 28 minutes and voted to present the EMS ordinance to the full council. The committee also adjourned the meeting. Staff indicated a draft ordinance on board term limits will be prepared for the March 16 council meeting.

• Approved Jan 28 minutes (2‑0)
• Approved presenting EMS ordinance to full council (2‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (2‑0)

General

The York County Council will approve several agenda items, including a third‑reading amendment to the tree‑conservation ordinance, two rezoning actions, and a budget calendar amendment. It will also authorize multiple procurement contracts for vehicles, equipment, and professional services. A public hearing will be held on a development agreement amendment for an electrical substation. All items are presented for council approval at the February 16, 2026 meeting.

• Third reading amendment to increase protective fencing radius around grand trees in the land development code
• Rezoning of 6.89 acres on RPC Road, Fort Mill from UD/RMX‑10 to GC for a self‑storage facility
• Rezoning of 1.86 acres at 1483 Springpoint Road, Rock Hill from RSF‑40 to RSF‑30 for a manufactured home
• Contract for professional architectural and engineering design services for the Animal Services Facility – $955,220
• Public hearing on amendment to a development agreement for an electrical substation on parcel 488‑00‑00‑126

The council appointed Tommy Adkins as chair pro tem and approved the consent agenda, meeting minutes, and a FY 2026‑2027 budget calendar amendment. It adopted a tree‑protection ordinance amendment and approved two rezoning requests—one for a self‑storage facility on RPC Road and another for a manufactured‑home site on Springpoint Road. The body also approved contracts and purchases for the animal services facility design, an inmate‑transport van, pickup trucks, police SUVs, and dump trucks.

• Tommy Adkins appointed Chair Pro Tempore (4‑0‑0)
• Consent agenda approved (4‑0‑0)
• Amended tree‑protection radius in Land Development Code (4‑0‑0)
• Rezoned RPC Road, Fort Mill site to GC for self‑storage (4‑0‑0)
• Rezoned 1483 Springpoint Rd, Rock Hill to RSF‑30 for manufactured home (4‑0‑0)
• Approved $955,220 contract for animal services facility design (4‑0‑0)
• Approved $77,000 purchase of inmate‑transport van for Sheriff’s Office (4‑0‑0)
• Approved $181,544 purchase of four police interceptor SUVs (4‑0‑0)

Finance & Operations Committee

The Finance & Operations Committee will approve the minutes from the January 20, 2026 meeting. It will consider applications for service on the Bethel‑Lake Wylie Land Acquisition and Preservation Parks District Board, the Catawba Regional Council of Governments, and Keep York County Beautiful. The committee will also consider allocating funds from District 3 and District 6 to charitable and community organizations, with amounts ranging from $300 to $5,000.

• Approve minutes of the Jan 20 2026 Finance & Operations Committee meeting
• Consider appointments to the Bethel‑Lake Wylie Land Acquisition and Preservation Parks District Board (e.g., Patrick Carmody, Deborah Thomas, Jamie Henrickson, Anne Violanti, Winston Martinez)
• Consider appointments to the Catawba Regional Council of Governments (e.g., Todd Lumpkin, Dean Faile, Laura Ullrich, Charles Williams, Stacey Moore, plus elected‑official replacements)
• Consider appointments to Keep York County Beautiful (e.g., Shelby Champion, Christina Love, Janet Atkinson, Nicole Huckabee, Joel Parris, Corey Tilley, Candace Pixley, Amy Hutchins, Stephen Ballenger, Karen Macvean, Andrew Steers)
• Allocate $5,000 from District 6 to the York County Regional Chamber of Commerce Foundation

The Finance & Operations Committee meeting on February 16, 2026 was not held because a quorum was not present. Consequently, no applications, fund allocations, or other agenda items were approved, denied, or tabled.

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to review a request for a special exception to operate a family social park. The board will also approve previous meeting minutes and receive a legal update in executive session.

• Special Exception request for a family social park at 3286 Highway 160 W (Case Z26-1 SE BZA)
• Approval of December 11, 2025, meeting minutes
• Executive session for litigation update

The Board approved the December 11, 2025 meeting minutes by a 5-0 vote. It authorized an executive session to receive legal counsel, also by a 5-0 vote. The Board approved the special exception for a family social park at 3286 Highway 160 W with specific conditions, voting 4-1. The meeting was adjourned with a 5-0 vote.

• Approved December 11, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Approved executive session for legal counsel (5-0)
• Approved special exception with conditions (4-1)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider three requests to rezone parcels in Fort Mill and Rock Hill. The body will also review a development agreement modification for an electrical substation and discuss potential zoning changes for manufactured homes.

• Waiver W25-11: Driveway separation and vehicle stacking waivers for 1785 Gold Hill Road
• Rezoning 25-48: 0.61 acres from RUD to GC on Highway 160 West
• Rezoning 26-01: 2.2 acres from AGC to NC on Saluda Road
• Rezoning 26-02: 7.0 acres from UD to GC on Hands Mill Highway
• Development Agreement modification for an electrical substation for Crescent Allison Creek, LLC

The commission unanimously approved the meeting agenda and minutes. A waiver request for 1785 Gold Hill Road was deferred for 30 days. Rezoning 25-48 was approved, rezoning 26-01 was denied, and rezoning 26-02 was approved, each by a 6‑0 vote. The commission approved the third modification to the Development Agreement allowing an electrical substation on tax map 488‑00‑00‑126 by a 5‑1 vote.

• Agenda approved unanimously
• Minutes approved unanimously
• Waiver W25-11 deferred 30 days (unanimous)
• Rezoning 25-48 approved (6-0)
• Rezoning 26-01 denied (6-0)
• Rezoning 26-02 approved (6-0)
• Third modification to Development Agreement approved (5-1)
• Meeting adjourned

County Council

The York County Council will hold a first reading of an ordinance to amend Chapter 155 of the Zoning Code. The amendment would require a special exception for data center uses in Light Industrial and Industrial Development districts and set conditions such as setbacks, buffering, equipment screening, façade design, sound and vibration mitigation, and cooling systems. The ordinance would also invoke the pending ordinance doctrine and provide for a public hearing.

• First reading of ordinance to amend Chapter 155, Subchapter C of the Zoning Code
• Require special exception for data center uses in Light Industrial and Industrial districts
• Set conditions on setbacks, buffering, equipment screening, façades, sound/vibration mitigation, and cooling systems
• Invoke pending ordinance doctrine per §155.964
• Provide for a public hearing on the proposed changes

The York County Council voted 5-0 to approve the first reading of an ordinance amending Chapter 155 to require a special exception for data center uses in light industrial and industrial districts. The ordinance will need three readings and a public hearing, which is scheduled for March 16, 2026. Council members asked staff to research grid capacity, power source, carbon impact, water use, air quality, noise, and cost to taxpayers. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved first reading of data center zoning amendment (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Board of Voter Registration & Elections

The York County Board of Voter Registration and Elections will meet on February 5, 2026 at 10:00 AM in the County Government Center. The agenda includes a provisional ballot hearing, a public forum limited to thirty minutes (two minutes per speaker), a canvass of votes, and procedures for a recount and its certification if needed. No other decisions are listed.

• Provisional ballot hearing
• Public forum session (30 min total, 2 min per person)
• Canvass of votes
• Recount, if necessary
• Recount certification

The board approved a set of provisional ballots. It accepted the official vote totals, declaring Jim Foltz the winner. A recount was mandated and later certified, confirming the original results. The hearing was then adjourned.

• Approved provisional ballot package (7-0)
• Accepted official vote results, declaring Jim Foltz winner (7-0)
• Mandated recount due to less than 1% margin (7-0)
• Certified recount results confirming original totals (7-0)
• Adjourned the hearing (7-0)

Board of Voter Registration & Elections

The Board of Voter Registration and Elections will meet to approve minutes from November 2025 hearings. The Director will report on the 2026 election calendar, candidate filing dates, and state training. The board will also review obsolete BVRE Bylaws policies.

• Approval of Canvass and Certification Hearing minutes from November 6 and November 20, 2025
• Review of 2026 election calendar
• Filing dates for partisan candidates
• March 31 deadline for Ethics filing
• Review of obsolete BVRE Bylaws policies

The Board of Voter Registration and Elections approved the minutes from the November 6, 2025 and November 20, 2025 Canvass and Certification Hearings, each with a 7‑0 vote. The meeting included reports on the Teg Cay Special Election certification, upcoming election calendar dates, and a recommendation to review BVRE bylaws. The Board set the next meeting for April 7, 2026, and adjourned with a unanimous vote.

• Approved November 6, 2025 Canvass and Certification Hearing minutes (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0)
• Approved November 20, 2025 Canvass and Certification Hearing minutes (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0)
• Adjourned meeting (Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0)

Economic Development Board

The York County Economic Development Board will meet on February 4, 2026 at 12:30 PM in Fort Mill. Board members will discuss creating bylaws and will elect a Chair, a Vice‑Chair, and a Secretary/Treasurer. The agenda lists no other business items. An executive session will follow the regular meeting.

• Discuss and create board bylaws
• Elect Chair of the Economic Development Board
• Elect Vice‑Chair of the Economic Development Board
• Elect Secretary/Treasurer of the Economic Development Board

The Economic Development Board approved its meeting schedule to be every fourth Tuesday at noon starting March 24, 2026. Members elected David Oxendine as Chair, Connie Cain as Vice‑Chair, and Scott Miller as Secretary/Treasurer. The motion to accept these officers and the motion to adjourn both passed unanimously.

• Adopted meeting schedule: every fourth Tuesday at 12:00 PM, beginning March 24 2026 (unanimous)
• Elected David Oxendine as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Connie Cain as Vice‑Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Scott Miller as Secretary/Treasurer (unanimous)
• Motion to accept the officers as selected passed unanimously
• Motion to adjourn the meeting passed unanimously

Transportation Committee

The Transportation Committee will vote to approve $5,333,333.33 as the county’s match for traffic improvements at Exit 85 under the State Infrastructure Bank (SIB) agreement. It will also approve $1,341,588.00 as the match for improvements at Exit 82, and a transfer of $1,325,200.00 from funds previously allocated to Exit 90 to be used for Exit 82. All funds are drawn from the county’s C‑Fund program and do not require additional spending.

• Approve $5,333,333.33 for SIB match on Exit 85 traffic improvements
• Approve $1,341,588.00 for SIB match on Exit 82 traffic improvements
• Approve transfer of $1,325,200.00 from Exit 90 allocation to Exit 82

The Transportation Committee approved a $5,333,333.33 local match for traffic improvements at Exit 85. It also approved $1,341,588.00 for Exit 82 and transferred $1,325,200.00 from Exit 90 to Exit 82. All motions passed unanimously (6‑0) and the meeting was adjourned.

• Approved $5,333,333.33 SIB commitment for Exit 85 (6‑0)
• Approved $1,341,588.00 SIB commitment for Exit 82 (6‑0)
• Approved transfer of $1,325,200.00 from Exit 90 to Exit 82 (6‑0)
• Motion to adjourn passed (6‑0)

County Council

York County Council will consider three rezoning requests, including a self-storage facility on RPC Road, and approve capital projects including a new sheriff's office renovation and truck purchases.

• Rezoning 211, 217 Ridley Street from UD to RMX-6
• Rezoning Alexander Love Highway from RSF-40 and NC to GC
• Rezoning Haire Road from RMX-10 to RUD
• Approve Change Order 5 with JNB Contracting, LLC for $86,455.00
• Approve purchase of 2026 Ford F350 for Lesslie Fire Tax District for $69,720.00

The York County Council voted unanimously to approve three rezoning applications for parcels in Rock Hill and York. It also approved a change order for the Sheriff's District 3 parking lot, authorized multiple contract negotiations, and approved purchases of vehicles and insurance. All actions passed with a 6‑0 vote and no abstentions.

• Approved rezoning of 211/217 Ridley St from UD to RMX-6 (Yes 6, No 0, Abstained 0)
• Approved rezoning of Alexander Love Highway site from RSF-40/NC to GC (Yes 6, No 0, Abstained 0)
• Approved rezoning of Haire Rd site from RMX-10 to RUD (Yes 6, No 0, Abstained 0)
• Approved Change Order 5 with JNB Contracting for $86,455 parking lot work (Yes 6, No 0, Abstained 0)
• Authorized contract negotiations for water tank maintenance RFP #3009 (Yes 6, No 0, Abstained 0)
• Authorized contract negotiations for countywide trail master plan RFP #3020 (Yes 6, No 0, Abstained 0)
• Authorized short‑term lease of Field Day Park baseball/softball fields (Yes 6, No 0, Abstained 0)
• Approved purchase of a 2026 Ford F350 for the Lesslie Fire Tax District for $69,720 (Yes 6, No 0, Abstained 0)

Justice & Public Safety Committee

The committee will meet to review an EMS Ordinance and receive a fire update. Members will also discuss the conduct of Boards and Commission members.

• Review of EMS Ordinance
• Fire update from staff
• Discussion on Boards and Commission members conduct

The committee approved the November 25, 2025 Justice & Public Safety minutes with a 2‑0 vote. It directed staff to research conduct and decorum policies for board and commission members and report back to Council. The meeting was adjourned with a 3‑0 vote.

• Approved November 25, 2025 minutes (2-0 vote)
• Requested staff research conduct and decorum policy and report to Council
• Adjourned meeting (3-0 vote)

Health & Environmental Protection Committee

The Health & Environmental Protection Committee will first vote to approve the minutes from its December 8, 2025 meeting. It will then hear staff updates on the Long Range Parks Masterplan and on progress at Catawba Bend Preserve and Woodend Park. After the public portion, the committee will hold a closed executive session for undisclosed matters.

• Approve minutes of the December 8, 2025 Health & Environmental Protection Committee meeting
• Staff update on the Long Range Parks Masterplan
• Staff update on progress at Catawba Bend Preserve
• Staff update on progress at Woodend Park
• Executive session – private discussion of unspecified matters

The Health & Environmental Protection Committee approved the December 8, 2025 meeting minutes by a 3‑0 vote. Members asked staff to explore a shortened timeline and budget for the Long Range Parks Masterplan. The committee then adjourned the meeting with a 3‑0 vote.

• Approved December 8, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Requested staff to research a shortened timeline and budget for the Parks Masterplan
• Adjourned the meeting (3-0)

County Council

The York County Council will consider a second‑reading ordinance assigning the existing EMS agreement to AMISUB and authorizing related service standards. It will also act on three rezoning requests, accept a $40,500 DHS Urban Area Security Initiative grant, and approve a contract amendment for additional design services. All items are listed on the January 20, 2026 agenda.

• Rezoning 0.34 acre at 211‑217 Ridley Street, Rock Hill from UD to RMX‑6
• Rezoning 2.55 acre at Alexander Love Highway, York from RSF‑40/NC to GC
• Rezoning 20.18 acre at Haire Road, Fort Mill from RMX‑10 to RUD
• Second‑reading ordinance assigning EMS services agreement to AMISUB (River Hills Rescue)
• Contract Amendment #7 with STV, Inc. – not‑to‑exceed $59,431.50 for design services

The York County Council took several actions at its January 20, 2026 meeting. It approved the FY2024 Department of Homeland Security Urban Area Security Initiative grant of $40,500. It also approved three rezoning requests, an EMS services agreement with AMISUB, a contract amendment with STV, Inc., and a substation development ordinance.

• Removed item #9 (Boards & Commission) from Consent Agenda (7‑0)
• Approved rezoning of 211 & 217 Ridley St from UD to RMX‑6 (7‑0)
• Approved rezoning of Alexander Love Highway from RSF‑40/NC to GC (7‑0)
• Approved rezoning of Haire Road, Fort Mill from RMX‑10 to RUD (7‑0)
• Approved EMS services agreement with AMISUB (second reading) (7‑0)
• Approved FY2024 DHS Urban Area Security Initiative Grant $40,500 (7‑0)
• Approved contract amendment #7 with STV, Inc. for $59,431.50 (7‑0)
• Approved substation development ordinance on parcel 4880000126 (7‑0)

Finance & Operations Committee

The committee will consider several appointments and reappointments to county boards and commissions. Members will also discuss the allocation of funds to various community organizations.

• Allocation of $3,500 from District 3 and $2,500 from District 5 to Area 11 Special Olympics
• Allocation of $10,000 from District 5 to Nation Ford Land Trust
• Allocation of $2,500 from District 5 to Clemson Extention/4-H
• Appointment considerations for Rock Hill/York County Airport Commission, Board of Zoning Appeals, and Lake Wylie Marine Commission
• Reappointment considerations for Catawba Regional Workforce Investment Board, Convention and Visitor's Bureau, Board of Assessment Appeals, and Bethel Fire Tax District Board

The committee approved the minutes from the December 15, 2025 meeting. It confirmed several board appointments and reappointments, including Celeste Tiller and Ty Hensley. The committee also approved multiple fund allocations, the largest being a $10,000 grant to the Nation Ford Land Trust. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved December 15, 2025 minutes (Yes 2, No 0)
• Reappointed Celeste Tiller to Catawba Regional Workforce Investment Board (Yes 2, No 0)
• Appointed Ty Hensley to Rock Hill/York County Airport Commission (Yes 2, No 0)
• Reappointed Elizabeth Bowers to Convention and Visitor's Bureau (Yes 3, No 0)
• Approved $10,000 grant to Nation Ford Land Trust (Yes 3, No 0)
• Approved $3,500 allocation to Area 11 Special Olympics (Yes 3, No 0)
• Approved $2,500 allocation to Clemson Extension/4‑H (Yes 3, No 0)
• Adjourned meeting (Yes 3, No 0)

County Council Workshop

The York County Council will hold a regular meeting to discuss an update on the legislative agenda and a strategic plan update for Fire and EMS. The meeting will include an executive session before adjournment.

• Update on the Legislative Agenda
• Fire and EMS Strategic Plan Update
• Executive Session

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will elect a Chairperson and Vice Chairperson for 2026. The body will also consider two rezoning requests in Fort Mill and Rock Hill.

• Rezoning 25-54: Request to rezone 6.89 acres on RPC Road, Fort Mill, from UD and RMX-10 to GC for a self-storage facility
• Rezoning 25-56: Request to rezone 1.86 acres on Springpoint Road, Rock Hill, from RSF-40 to RSF-30 to allow a manufactured home
• Election of Planning Commission Chairperson for 2026
• Election of Planning Commission Vice Chairperson for 2026

County Council

York County Council will consider third readings for seven rezoning cases and first readings for three others, along with contracts for body armor, waste equipment, and park improvements.

• Rezoning 991 Pole Branch Road from RMX-10 to RUD for seasonal sales
• Rezoning 5356 Highway 55 E. from PD to GC for Westlake Village Shopping Center
• Rezoning 1976 New Gray Rock Road from RSF-40 to RSF-30 for a second dwelling
• Authorize purchase of body armor vests up to $125,000
• Approve contract amendment for Bethel Lake Wylie Preservation Park up to $174,025