York County public meetings in 2024

Planning & Zoning Committee

The committee will review updates to the rural zoning project scope and discuss non-conformities. Members will also consider rules regarding wall signs and minor subdivision lookbacks.

• Rural zoning project scope update
• Discussion regarding wall signs
• Discussion regarding non-conformities
• Discussion regarding minor subdivision lookback
• Approval of October 23, 2024 meeting minutes

The York County Planning and Zoning Committee recommended that full Council adopt a specific date (10-21-2019) after which no further minor subdivisions can be created from a previous minor subdivision. They also recommended code changes to allow nonconforming lots to be made less nonconforming, to allow expansions of nonconforming residential and nonresidential uses (up to 10% for nonresidential, with special exception for more), and to allow more than one wall sign per wall. Staff was asked to research sign area percentages further. The committee also discussed the rural zoning project scope and approved the October 23, 2024 minutes.

• Recommended option 2(b)(i) for minor subdivision lookback: set date 10-21-2019 (motion carried)
• Recommended code change to allow nonconforming lots to be made less nonconforming (motion carried)
• Recommended ordinance change to allow expansion of nonconforming residential uses without adding dwelling units (motion carried)
• Recommended ordinance change to allow nonconforming nonresidential uses to expand up to 10%, with special exception for more (motion carried)
• Approved minutes from October 23, 2024 meeting (motion carried)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board will review the variance request submitted by Benjamin Bolding to locate an accessory structure at 2737 Windswept Cove in the York Community (District 2‑Love). The request seeks to place a 1,980‑sq‑ft detached garage in front of the existing home, contrary to the Lake Wylie Overlay requirement. The Board previously deferred this case from the Dec 12 meeting and will now consider approval, denial, or further deferment. The agenda also includes approval of the Dec 12 minutes and an executive session.

• Variance request (Case Z24-9 V BZA) for accessory structure at 2737 Windswept Cove
• Review of the deferment decision from the Dec 12 meeting
• Approval of the Dec 12, 2024 Board of Zoning Appeals minutes
• Executive session (no public agenda items listed)
• Public notification actions already completed (signs, newspaper ad, letters)

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a variance request from Benjamin Bolding for an accessory structure at 2737 Windswept Cove, allowing a deviation from the county's zoning ordinance. The motion passed 3-1. The board also unanimously approved the minutes from the December 12, 2024 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved variance for accessory structure at 2737 Windswept Cove (3-1)
• Approved December 12, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0)

County Council

The York County Council meeting on Dec 16, 2024 will consider several rezoning actions, including a 292‑acre AGC zoning request for parcels on the York/Chester border (Case #24‑29). The council will also vote on multiple contract approvals, such as a $245,832.60 HVAC maintenance agreement with Johnson Controls for the Moss Justice Center and Animal Shelter, and a $550,364 three‑year landscaping services contract for county government and library properties. Additional items include a public hearing on amendments to the York‑Chester Industrial Park agreement and a $15,000 renewal of Metro Ethernet services with Comporium.

• Rezoning: Apply AGC zoning to 48 parcels (~292 acres) on York/Chester border (Case #24‑29).
• Rezoning: Rezone 0.997‑acre parcel at 184 Grayson Road, Rock Hill from UD to LI (Case #24‑53).
• Contract: Approve $245,832.60 HVAC preventative maintenance with Johnson Controls for Moss Justice Center and Animal Shelter.
• Contract: Approve $550,364 three‑year landscaping services for county government, library, and museum properties.
• Public Hearing: Third reading of ordinance to amend York‑Chester Industrial Park agreement adding/removing parcels.

The York County Council unanimously approved all consent agenda items, including several rezoning requests, a vehicle policy amendment, and multiple contracts. They also approved a resolution committing to a fee-in-lieu-of-tax incentive agreement for 'Project Quicksilver' and authorized contract negotiations for economic development consulting services. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved rezoning for 48 parcels to AGC (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning at 184 Grayson Road from UD to LI (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning at 2389 Highway 160 W from RUD to GC (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning at 2354 Vineyard Road from RSF-40 to RUD (unanimous)
• Approved vehicle policy amendment (unanimous)
• Approved $245,832.60 HVAC maintenance contract with Johnson Controls (unanimous)
• Approved $550,364 landscaping contract (unanimous)
• Approved Project Quicksilver fee-in-lieu resolution (unanimous)

Finance & Operations Committee

The Finance & Operations Committee will review applications for service on the Planning Commission and the Bethel Fire Tax Board. Members will discuss reappointments and new appointments for specific districts. The committee will also approve the minutes from the November 21, 2024 meeting.

• Consider reappointment of Thomas Bach to the Planning Commission, District 7, term ending 12-31-2028
• Consider appointment of Katherine Kraxberger to the Planning Commission, District 1, term ending 12-31-2026
• Consider appointment of Charles Parmenter to the Bethel Fire Tax Board, District 2, term starting 1-2-2026
• Consider appointment of one of the listed candidates (Joseph Costello, Jason Dillon, Richard Lewandowski, Nicholas Newell, Michael Robbe, Joseph Ruskowski, Walter Wilkes, or John Orlando) to the Bethel Fire Tax Board, District 2, 1st term ending 12-7-2028
• Approve the minutes from the November 21, 2024 Finance & Operations Committee meeting

The Finance & Operations Committee recommended Tom Bach's reappointment to the Planning Commission (District 7) for Council consideration. It deferred the Bethel Fire Tax Board appointment to January 2025, with Council member Allison Love voting in opposition. The committee also approved the minutes of the November 21, 2024 meeting.

• Recommended reappointment of Tom Bach to Planning Commission (District 7) (unanimous)
• Deferred Bethel Fire Tax Board appointment to January 2025 (2-1, Love opposed)
• Approved minutes of November 21, 2024 Finance & Operations Committee meeting

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider the pending variance request from Benjamin Bolding for an accessory structure at 2737 Windswept Cove, which was deferred from the November meeting. The agenda also includes approval of the November 14 minutes and an executive session before adjourning.

• Variance request from Benjamin Bolding for accessory structure at 2737 Windswept Cove (deferred to Dec 12)
• Approval of minutes from the November 14, 2024 Board of Zoning Appeals meeting
• Executive session (no public details provided)
• Adjournment of the meeting

The Board of Zoning Appeals deferred a variance request for an accessory structure at 2737 Windswept Cove to a special meeting on December 17, 2024, after motions to approve and deny both failed. The board also approved minutes from the November 14 meeting and selected Derrick Williams as acting chair.

• Approved Derrick Williams as acting chair (unanimous)
• Approved November 14, 2024 minutes (4-0)
• Deferred variance request for 2737 Windswept Cove to Dec. 17 meeting (3-2)

County Council Workshop

The County Council will hold a workshop to discuss strategic plan goals regarding responsible growth and community safety. Staff will also provide an update on the animal shelter.

• Discussion on Strategic Plan Goal: Grow Responsibly
• Discussion on Strategic Plan Goal: Safe Community
• Animal Shelter update from staff

The York County Council held a workshop to discuss strategic plan goals for responsible growth and safe community, referring several items to committees for further discussion. They also received a conceptual plan for a new animal shelter with a total project cost of $25.9 million, but took no formal action, deferring further discussion to budget talks. The meeting concluded with an executive session on contractual matters, with no decisions made afterward.

• Referred refined codes to Planning and Zoning Committee
• Referred attainable housing to Health and Environmental Protection Committee
• Referred small business support to Economic Development Committee
• Referred stakeholder engagement to Economic Development Committee
• Referred economic development visioning to Economic Development Committee
• Referred fire services program to Justice and Public Safety Committee
• Referred park masterplan recommendations to Health and Environmental Protection Committee
• Referred preservation to Health and Environmental Protection Committee

Economic Development Committee

The York County Economic Development Committee will discuss a Small Business Toolkit and Expansion Support, engage agriculture stakeholders, and conduct visioning for economic development. It will also consider a consultant services contract and an economic development initiative contract in an executive session. The committee will approve minutes from the September 25, 2024 meeting before adjourning.

• Small Business Toolkit
• Small Business Expansion Support
• Agriculture Stakeholder Engagement
• Economic Development Visioning
• Executive Session: consultant services contract and economic development initiative contract

Planning Commission

The York County Planning Commission will consider multiple rezoning requests, a public hearing on a driveway waiver, and a recommendation to adopt an impact fee ordinance for new residential development in the Fort Mill School District.

• Public Hearing: Waiver for driveway separation less than 325 feet (Case W24-04)
• Rezoning 24-52: 3.02-acre parcel from AGC to RUD at 700 N. Paraham Road
• Rezoning 24-56: 2.35-acre parcel from UD to RSF-30 on Wisteria Lane, Rock Hill
• Rezoning 24-57: 7-acre parcel from AGC to RUD on Willis Farm Road, Clover
• Ordinance: Public Education Facilities Impact Fee for Fort Mill School District No. 4

The York County Planning Commission approved a driveway separation waiver, several rezoning requests, a subdivision preliminary plat, and amendments to zoning and land development codes. It denied three rezoning requests, including one for a 7-acre parcel on Willis Farm Road and another for a 1.47-acre parcel on Charlotte Highway. The commission deferred action on the Fort Mill School District impact fee ordinance and related resolution to its January 13, 2025 meeting.

• Approved driveway separation waiver for Rettlynn, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning 24-52 at 700 N. Paraham Road from AGC to RUD (5-2)
• Deferred Fort Mill School District impact fee ordinance (unanimous)
• Deferred resolution recommending impact fee ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved preliminary plat for Riley Cove subdivision, 27 lots (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning 24-56 on Wisteria Lane from UD to RSF-30 (unanimous)
• Denied rezoning 24-57 on Willis Farm Road from AGC to RUD (unanimous)
• Denied rezoning 24-59 at 5333 Charlotte Highway from RMX-20 to ID (unanimous)

County Council

York County Council will consider second readings for several ordinances, including amendments to the York-Chester Industrial Park and a fee agreement with Performance Friction Corporation. The meeting also includes public hearings on rezoning requests and approval of contracts for stream bank stabilization, utility relocation, and park upgrades.

• Second reading of ordinance to amend York-Chester Industrial Park agreement
• Second reading of ordinance amending fee agreement with Performance Friction Corporation
• Public hearing on rezoning 292 acres to AGC zoning on York/Chester border
• Approval of Sugar Creek Stream Bank Stabilization Project contract ($1,762,599.30)
• Approval of utility relocation agreement with Zayo ($507,676.00)

The York County Council unanimously approved a consent agenda including several rezoning actions, a $1.76M stream stabilization contract, and other items. They also held public hearings and approved first readings for four rezoning requests, including one with a 180-day compliance extension. A laptop purchase for Fire Services was deferred.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, industrial park amendment, fee agreement, and 5 rezoning actions (unanimous)
• Approved $1,762,599.30 bid for Sugar Creek Stream Bank Stabilization to Shamrock Construction (unanimous)
• Approved $77,909 workers' comp premium for Culture and Heritage Museums (unanimous)
• Approved $62,878.55 Nighthawk BTX Imaging System for Sheriff's Office (unanimous)
• Approved $1,941,996 design-build amendment for Field Day Park Upgrades (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of rezoning Case 24-29 (AGC on 48 parcels) (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of rezoning Case 24-54 with 180-day compliance extension (unanimous)
• Deferred laptop purchase for Fire Services (unanimous)

Finance & Operations Committee

The committee will review funding requests for various community organizations and fire departments across Districts 2, 3, and 5. Members will also consider applicants for several county boards and commissions and discuss local vendor preference.

• District 2 fund allocations including $3,500 for River Hills EMS and $3,300 for Bethel Volunteer Fire Department
• District 3 fund allocations of $2,500 each for Newport Volunteer Fire Department and The Men’s Club of York
• District 5 fund allocation of $5,000 for Clemson University/4-H
• Review of applicants for boards including Zoning Appeals, Assessment Appeals, and the Library Board
• Discussion regarding Local Vendor Preference

The Finance & Operations Committee recommended appointments to the Culture and Heritage Commission, Board of Zoning Appeals, and Library Board, and deferred several other appointments to January 2025. It also approved $23,200 in district fund allocations to various organizations. The committee discussed a potential Local Vendor Preference policy and asked staff to prepare a recommendation.

• Recommended Dorothy Johnson to Culture and Heritage Commission
• Deferred Board of Assessment Appeals appointment to January 2025 (Love opposed)
• Recommended Valerie Lynch to Board of Zoning Appeals (Adkins opposed)
• Deferred Board of Disabilities and Special Needs appointment to January 2025 (Love opposed)
• Deferred Lake Wylie Parks and Recreation District appointment to January 2025 (Love opposed)
• Deferred Bethel Fire Tax District appointment to January 2025 (Love opposed)
• Deferred Keep York County Beautiful appointment to January 2025 (Love opposed)
• Approved $23,200 in district fund allocations to 10 organizations

County Council

The council will consider several rezoning actions, including a second‑reading request to rezone seven parcels in the Lake Wylie area to RMX‑6. It will also approve multiple contracts and agreements, such as a $7.97 million HVAC renovation for the Heckle Office Complex and a $1.69 million HVAC project for the Planning Building, both funded through the Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds. Additional items include a $29,550 utility relocation agreement with AT&T, a $119,496.98 change order for Ebenezer Park Phase 2, and the adoption of a new utility relocation policy and other road‑related contracts.

• Rezoning case #24‑37 – rezone 7 Lake Wylie parcels to RMX‑6 (Staff & PC recommend approval)
• Approve $7,973,131.51 HVAC renovation contract for Heckle Office Complex (Bid #2943)
• Approve $1,686,435 HVAC renovation contract for Planning Building (Bid #2947)
• Approve $29,550 AT&T utility relocation agreement for Pennies 3 Project (US 21/51 widening)
• Approve Change Order #2 for Leitner Construction, $119,496.98, for Ebenezer Park Phase 2 turnaround

The York County Council approved several contracts and rezoning requests, including a $7.97 million HVAC renovation for the Heckle Office Complex and a $1.69 million HVAC project for the Planning Building, both funded by federal recovery funds. The council also approved a 5-1 vote on the Pennies 5 Utility Relocation Policy, with Council member Huckabee dissenting. Additionally, they initiated a rezoning of 48 parcels along Sandifer Road and adopted a resolution declaring the results of the November 5 sales tax referendum.

• Approved $7,973,131.51 HVAC contract for Heckle Office Complex (unanimous)
• Approved $1,686,435.00 HVAC contract for Planning Building (unanimous)
• Approved $2,580,362.40 Sheriff's Office District 3 Renovation contract (unanimous)
• Approved Pennies 5 Utility Relocation Policy (5-1, Huckabee dissenting)
• Approved $119,496.98 change order for Ebenezer Park Phase 2 (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 48 parcels along Sandifer Road to AGC-I (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution declaring results of Nov 5 sales tax referendum (unanimous)
• Approved $75,000 software purchase for Sheriff's Office (unanimous)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will review two variance requests regarding property standards in the Clover and York communities. The board will also establish the 2025 meeting and deadline calendar.

• Variance request for 129 Twin Coves Lane to subdivide a 1.815-acre parcel into two lots (Case Z24-10 V BZA)
• Variance request for 2737 Windswept Cove to place an accessory structure in front of the primary home (Case Z24-9 V BZA)
• Approval of the 2025 Board of Zoning Appeal Meeting and Deadline Calendar

The Board of Zoning Appeals denied a variance request from Matthew Howard to subdivide property at 129 Twin Coves Lane, voting 6-0. A second variance request from Benjamin Bolding for an accessory structure at 2737 Windswept Cove failed in a 3-3 tie vote and was deferred to the December 12, 2024 meeting. The board also approved the minutes from September 12, 2024, and the 2025 meeting and deadline calendar, both by unanimous votes.

• Approved September 12, 2024 minutes (4-0)
• Denied variance for 129 Twin Coves Lane subdivision (6-0)
• Failed to approve variance for 2737 Windswept Cove accessory structure (3-3)
• Failed to deny variance for 2737 Windswept Cove (3-3)
• Deferred 2737 Windswept Cove variance to December 12, 2024 (6-0)
• Approved 2025 meeting and deadline calendar (6-0)

County Council Workshop

The York County Council will hold a workshop to discuss two strategic plan goals: Quality Infrastructure and Premier Parks. A presentation of the Parks Masterplan will be given. An executive session will follow, after which any matters arising will be considered.

The York County Council held a workshop to discuss the Quality Infrastructure strategic goal and the 2024 Parks and Recreation Strategic Plan. No formal decisions or votes were taken; the meeting was informational. Council directed staff to proceed with items ready for recommendation to the full Council and refer other items to the Health and Environmental Protection Committee.

• Directed staff to present prepared recommendations to full Council
• Referred additional items to Health and Environmental Protection Committee
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Finance & Operations Committee

The York County Finance & Operations Committee will consider applications for service on several boards and commissions and will vote on allocating district funds totaling $11,300 to Habitat for Humanity, Greater Things Ministry, Bethel Volunteer Fire Department, Newport Volunteer Fire Department, and The Men’s Club of York. The committee will also approve the minutes from the October 21, 2024 meeting and receive a finance update.

• Allocate $2,000 from District 2 to Habitat for Humanity
• Allocate $1,000 from District 2 to Greater Things Ministry
• Allocate $3,300 from District 2 to Bethel Volunteer Fire Department
• Allocate $2,500 from District 3 to Newport Volunteer Fire Department
• Allocate $2,500 from District 3 to The Men’s Club of York

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider two subdivision plats for single-family homes and five individual rezoning requests. The body will also discuss applying the AGC zoning district to 48 parcels along the Chester County border and receive an update on school impact fees.

• Old Hope Farm subdivision: 20 single-family lots on 29.34 acres
• Legacy Point subdivision: 37 5-acre single-family lots on 212.07 acres
• Rezoning 24-55: 15.15-acre parcel at 2354 Vineyard Road from RSF-40 to RUD
• Rezoning 24-54: 2.759-acre portion on Highway 160 W. from RUD to GC
• Rezoning 24-29: Applying AGC zoning to 48 parcels along the Chester County border

The York County Planning Commission approved five land-use requests: two subdivision plats (Old Hope Farm and Legacy Point) and three rezonings (184 Grayson Road, Highway 160 W., and 2354 Vineyard Road). A rezoning request at 700 N. Paraham Road was deferred to the December meeting after two tie votes. The Commission also approved applying AGC zoning to 48 parcels along the York-Chester county border and received an update from the Fort Mill School District on impact fees.

• Approved Old Hope Farm preliminary plat: 20 single-family lots on 29.34 acres (6-0)
• Approved Legacy Point preliminary plat: 37 five-acre single-family lots on 212.07 acres (5-0, Velkovich recused)
• Deferred rezoning 24-52 at 700 N. Paraham Road from AGC to RUD to December meeting (6-0)
• Approved rezoning 24-53 at 184 Grayson Road from UD to LI (6-0)
• Approved rezoning 24-54 on Highway 160 W. from RUD to GC with staff condition (5-0, Velkovich recused)
• Approved rezoning 24-55 at 2354 Vineyard Road from RSF-40 to RUD (6-0)
• Approved applying AGC zoning to 48 parcels along York-Chester county border (6-0)

County Council

York County Council will vote on several rezoning requests and high-value infrastructure contracts. The body is also reviewing a large-scale HVAC renovation project funded by Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds.

• HVAC renovations at Heckle Office Complex awarded to Ferrara Buist LLC for $7,973,131.51
• Utility Relocation Agreement with Comporium for $3,545,000.00 for US 21/51 widening
• Purchase of four 1-ton crew cab service trucks from Carl Black Chevrolet for $283,992.00
• Utility Relocation Agreement with AT&T for $535,836.01 for Hwy. 557
• Public hearings for rezoning 7 parcels in the Lake Wylie area to RMX-6

The York County Council approved all items on the consent agenda, including eight rezoning requests, a $100,000 economic development grant application, and several contracts. They also held public hearings and approved first readings for five additional rezoning requests. One contract for HVAC renovations was deferred.

• Approved 8 rezoning requests (unanimous)
• Approved $100K grant application for Project PPG (unanimous)
• Approved $283,992 purchase of 4 service trucks (unanimous)
• Approved $59,995 engineering contract for Catawba Bend Preserve (unanimous)
• Approved $3,545,000 utility relocation agreement with Comporium (unanimous)
• Approved $535,836 utility relocation agreement with AT&T (unanimous)
• Approved $33,467 conservation easement expenditure (unanimous, Love recused)
• Deferred HVAC renovation bid award (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Committee

The committee will hold discussions on minor subdivision lookbacks, tractor trailers on farms, and the 'Grow Responsibly' goal of the Strategic Plan. Members will also review TIA egress LOS and other staff-referred planning items.

• Discussion regarding minor subdivision lookback
• Discussion regarding tractor trailers on farms
• Discussion regarding TIA egress LOS
• Discussion regarding Strategic Plan, Grow Responsibly goal
• Approval of August 20, 2024 meeting minutes

The York County Planning and Zoning Committee approved staff's recommendation to prepare a draft ordinance that would reduce the level of service (LOS) standard for site egress movements, allowing LOS E for new developments and LOS F for existing egress points if delay increases by no more than 25%. The committee also recommended allowing tractor trailer parking on farms with safeguards, and discussed minor subdivision lookback and other planning items, but took no final action on those.

• Approved staff recommendation to draft ordinance reducing egress LOS standards (motion carried)
• Recommended allowing tractor trailer parking on farms with safeguards (motion carried)
• Approved minutes from August 20, 2024 meeting (motion carried)

County Council

The York County Council will consider a series of rezoning actions for parcels in several districts. It will approve multiple procurement contracts, including a $1,080,365 award for a detention‑center shower replacement and a $70,471.79 purchase of sheriff training supplies. The Council will also authorize grant applications for traffic safety, DUI enforcement, and DNA analysis, and will vote on a $1,013,907.36 sidewalk improvement agreement on Whites Road.

• Rezoning 4.939 acres at 3625 Broadhurst Lane from AGC to RUD (Case #24-38)
• Award $1,080,365 to Hostetter and Son Construction for Moss Justice Detention Center shower replacement (Bid #2936)
• Purchase sheriff’s office training supplies for $70,471.79 from Kiesler Police Supply
• Amend solid waste disposal contract with Waste Management Inc. to $35.33 per ton, not to exceed $4,250,000 annually
• Approve $1,013,907.36 supplemental agreement with SCDOT and Town of Fort Mill for Whites Road sidewalk improvements

The York County Council unanimously approved all 24 consent agenda items, including eight rezoning requests, a $1,080,365 contract for the Moss Justice Detention Center shower replacement, and several equipment purchases. The council also discussed stray animal overpopulation and referred spay/neuter initiatives to committees for further research.

• Approved 8 rezoning requests (unanimous)
• Approved $1,080,365 bid for Moss Justice Detention Center shower replacement (unanimous)
• Approved $70,471.79 purchase of Sheriff's Office training supplies (unanimous)
• Approved $439,920 for three Kenworth dump trucks (unanimous)
• Approved $212,562.81 for three Kubota mini excavators (unanimous)
• Approved $61,425 for three equipment trailers (unanimous)
• Authorized Sheriff's Office to apply for $197,444 traffic safety grant (unanimous)
• Approved $4.25M annual waste disposal contract amendment with Waste Management (unanimous)

Transportation Committee

The committee will review SCDOT funding levels for fiscal year 2024/2025. Members will consider approving funding for the State Infrastructure Bank regarding Exits 82, 85, and 90, as well as a contingency allocation.

• Funding for State Infrastructure Bank for Exits 82, 85, and 90
• Proposed $500,000 allocation to the SCDOT contingency account for FY 2024/2025
• Review of SCDOT funding levels for FY 2024/2025

The committee approved $8,233,333.33 in funding to the State Infrastructure Bank for Exits 82, 85, and 90. It also approved a $500,000 allocation to the SCDOT contingency account for fiscal year 2024/2025.

• Approved $8,233,333.33 to State Infrastructure Bank for Exits 82, 85, and 90 (Unanimous)
• Approved $500,000 allocation to SCDOT contingency account (Unanimous)

Finance & Operations Committee

The York County Finance & Operations Committee will consider allocating District 2 funds to three organizations: Faye Bergman Charitable Corporation ($1,500), Roosevelt Community Land and Building Fund ($2,500), and Roosevelt Community Watch ($1,800). The committee will also approve the minutes from the October 7, 2024 Finance & Operations Committee meeting.

• Allocate $1,500 from District 2 to Faye Bergman Charitable Corporation
• Allocate $2,500 from District 2 to Roosevelt Community Land and Building Fund
• Allocate $1,800 from District 2 to Roosevelt Community Watch
• Approve minutes from the October 7, 2024 Finance & Operations Committee meeting

The Finance & Operations Committee approved three allocations from District 2 funds totaling $5,800 to local organizations, and approved the minutes from the October 7, 2024 meeting. All motions carried unanimously.

• Approved $1,500 to Faye Bergman Charitable Corporation
• Approved $2,500 to Roosevelt Community Land and Building Fund
• Approved $1,800 to Roosevelt Community Watch
• Approved minutes from October 7, 2024 meeting

County Council Workshop

The County Council will hold a workshop to discuss two strategic plan goals: High Performing Organization and Growing Economic Opportunities. The meeting includes an executive session.

• Discussion of Strategic Plan Goal: High Performing Organization
• Discussion of Strategic Plan Goal: Growing Economic Opportunities

The York County Council held a workshop to discuss two strategic plan goals: High Performing Organization and Growing Economic Opportunities. Staff presented priorities and initiatives, and council members completed a survey to rank their priorities. No formal action or votes were taken during the meeting.

• No formal decisions made; workshop discussion only
• Council members completed a survey to prioritize strategic goals

Planning Commission

The York County Planning Commission meeting on Oct 14, 2024 will review several subdivision applications and multiple rezoning requests, including a proposal to apply the Agricultural Conservation (AGC) zoning district to 48 parcels along the Chester County border. The commission will also discuss a rezoning that would create a new RMX‑6 district for 12 multifamily parcels and consider preliminary plat approval for the Dunlap Acres subdivision. Decisions will be made on these land‑use changes.

• Subdivision: Dunlap Acres – 42.58‑acre, 3 single‑family lots, AGC zoning (Tax Map 341‑00‑00‑026)
• Subdivision: Paolone Family – 41.44‑acre, 3 single‑family lots, AGC zoning (Tax Map 248‑00‑00‑037)
• Rezoning 24‑48 – 4.448‑acre parcel at 1280 S. Paraham Road, from RUD to AGC (Tax Map 489‑00‑00‑012)
• Rezoning 24‑37 – County‑initiated rezoning of 12 parcels in 10 multifamily communities to new RMX‑6 district
• Proposed rezoning of 48 parcels along Burris Road South to Norfolk Southern Railway to AGC (Exhibit A)

The York County Planning Commission approved all eight items on its agenda, including two subdivision plats and six rezoning requests, all by unanimous 7-0 votes. The commission also authorized staff to initiate a rezoning of 48 parcels along the Chester County border to the AGC district. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved Dunlap Acres preliminary plat, 3 lots on 42.58 acres (7-0)
• Approved Paolone Family preliminary plat, 3 lots on 41.44 acres (7-0)
• Approved rezoning 24-48: 4.448 acres from RUD to AGC at 1280 S. Paraham Road (7-0)
• Approved rezoning 24-49: 3 acres from ID to LI at 230 Gill Way, with condition to subdivide (7-0)
• Approved rezoning 24-50: 0.68 acres from RUD-I to RUD on Cedar Grove Road (7-0)
• Approved rezoning 24-51: 1.0 acre from UD to RUD at 220 Ward Drive (7-0)
• Approved rezoning 24-37: 12 parcels in 10 multifamily communities to RMX-6 (7-0)
• Authorized staff to initiate rezoning of 48 parcels along Chester County border to AGC (7-0)

County Council

The York County Council will consider an ordinance to sell the parcel at 166 and 210 Dotson Street, Rock Hill. It will also take third‑reading actions on two rezoning requests and hold public hearings on six additional rezoning proposals. The consent agenda includes approvals for multiple contracts and purchases, such as fire‑station improvements, a software subscription renewal, and a grant for the Victims of Crime Act.

• Ordinance to authorize sale of property identified as Tax Map #594-02-04-002 at 166 and 210 Dotson Street, Rock Hill
• Third‑reading rezoning of 0.32 acre at 1074 Archer Drive from UD to RMX-10 (Case #24-35)
• Approval of $186,151.11 contract for Riverview Fire Station 1 site improvements (Fern Creek Group LLC)
• Renewal of Central Square Technologies maintenance and subscription for $294,300.86
• Public hearing to consider first reading of rezoning 0.88‑acre at 5370 Hickory Grove Road from RUD to AGC (Case #24-40)

The York County Council approved a 14-item consent agenda, including rezoning cases, grants, and contracts, and held public hearings for several rezoning requests, all approved unanimously. One rezoning application (Case 24-42) was withdrawn by the applicant. The council also authorized retention of outside defense counsel after executive session.

• Approved consent agenda including rezoning cases 24-35, 24-36, and 24-40 through 24-47 (unanimous)
• Approved $97,632 VOCA grant acceptance (unanimous)
• Approved $54,144.96 fire hose testing services purchase (unanimous)
• Approved $186,151.11 Riverview Fire Station 1 site improvements bid (unanimous)
• Approved $51,631.95 recyclable separator equipment purchase (unanimous)
• Approved $61,532.00 HVAC renovation contract for Fort Mill Magistrate (unanimous)
• Approved $199,870.00 Planning facility renovations bid (unanimous)
• Authorized retention of outside defense counsel Chad Johnston and Jon Robinson (unanimous)

Finance & Operations Committee

The York County Finance & Operations Committee will consider applications for service on several boards and advisory committees. It will vote on allocating $1,500 to the Jamie Nichols Alumni Scholarship Fund and $3,000 to the Saint Mary Outreach Program. The committee will also approve the September 16, 2024 meeting minutes and receive a finance update.

• Allocate $1,500 to the Jamie Nichols Alumni Scholarship Fund (District 4)
• Allocate $3,000 to the Saint Mary Outreach Program (District 4)
• Consider reappointment of Kendall Holbrook to the Stormwater Appeals Board (2nd term)
• Consider reappointment of Sandra Calhoun-White to the Catawba Mental Health Board (2nd term)
• Appointment of Ashima Singal to the Accommodations Tax Advisory Committee (1st term)

The Finance & Operations Committee recommended four reappointments and two new appointments to various boards for full Council consideration. It also approved $4,500 in District 4 allocations to two local organizations and heard a financial report noting a projected surplus due to vacancies.

• Recommended Kendall Holbrook's reappointment to Stormwater Appeals Board
• Recommended Sandra Calhoun-White's reappointment to Catawba Mental Health Board
• Recommended Michael Carruth's reappointment to Lesslie Fire Tax District Board
• Recommended Ashima Singal's appointment to Accommodations Tax Advisory Committee
• Recommended Malinda Foster's appointment to Rock Hill/York County Convention and Visitor's Bureau (District 4)
• Approved $1,500 allocation to Jamie Nichols Alumni Scholarship Fund
• Approved $3,000 allocation to Saint Mary Outreach Program
• Approved minutes from September 16, 2024 meeting

Economic Development Committee

The York County Economic Development Committee will consider small business support efforts and strategic plan priorities. It will approve the minutes from the January 24 and July 23, 2024 meetings. An executive session will be held to provide updates on economic development projects, followed by any matters for consideration.

• Approve minutes from the January 24, 2024 Economic Development Committee meeting
• Approve minutes from the July 23, 2024 Economic Development Committee meeting
• Discuss small business support efforts
• Discuss strategic plan priorities
• Executive session: economic development projects update

The York County Economic Development Committee met on September 25, 2024, and approved the minutes from the January 24, 2024 and July 23, 2024 meetings. The committee discussed small business support efforts, including a Small Business Resource Guide, a Procurement Match Maker Event, building inventory for downtowns, and employee training, with the Regional Chamber of Commerce partnering to develop a Small Business Tool Kit. They also reviewed strategic plan priorities and potential committee priorities, but no substantive decisions were made on these topics. The committee entered executive session for project updates, with no matters for consideration afterward.

• Approved minutes from January 24, 2024 and July 23, 2024 meetings (motion carried)
• Entered executive session to discuss Economic Development Project Updates (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

County Council

The council will consider and vote on several rezoning proposals for parcels in Rock Hill, Fort Mill, and other areas. It will approve contracts and expenditures, including a $278,761 contract for Moss Justice Booking Renovation Phase 1, a $169,149.14 purchase of virtual desktop infrastructure for the Office of Emergency Management, and $124,472 for a conservation easement with Nation Ford Land Trust. Additional items include authorizing negotiations for material testing at Catawba Bend Preserve, a construction manager for the River Hills Waterline Replacement Phase 1, and various easement and vehicle replacement approvals.

• Approve $278,761 contract with Moseley Architects P.C. for Moss Justice Booking Renovation Phase 1 (Project #22344)
• Approve $169,149.14 purchase of virtual desktop infrastructure for Office of Emergency Management (Data Network Solutions Inc.)
• Approve $124,472 expenditure to Nation Ford Land Trust for conservation easement on ~264 acres near W. McConnells Highway and N. Burris Road
• Rezoning of 0.40‑acre parcels at 1637 and 1639 W. Lakewood Drive, Rock Hill from RF‑40 to RMX‑10 (third reading)
• Rezoning of 15 parcels totaling 215.29 acres at Legacy Point, Concord Road area, York from RMX‑10 to RUD (third reading)

The York County Council approved a consent agenda with 14 items, including multiple rezoning requests, board appointments, and contracts. They also approved the sale of property on Dotson Street, several rezoning cases, and a $124,472 conservation easement expenditure. New business included a $169,149.14 virtual desktop infrastructure purchase and the creation of an additional Assistant County Manager position.

• Approved consent agenda with 14 items (unanimous)
• Approved sale of property at 166 and 210 Dotson Street, Rock Hill (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 215.29 acres at Legacy Point to RUD with restrictions (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 6.5 acres on Pleasant/Altura Road to OI (6-1)
• Approved $124,472 conservation easement expenditure to Nation Ford Land Trust (unanimous, Love recused)
• Approved $169,149.14 virtual desktop infrastructure purchase (unanimous)
• Deferred four zoning text amendment discussions for 30 days
• Adopted motion to create additional Assistant County Manager position (unanimous)

Finance & Operations Committee

The York County Finance & Operations Committee will review two proposals to allocate $1,000 each from District 2 and District 3 to the Clover Rotary Club. The committee will also vote to approve the minutes from its September 3, 2024 meeting. No other business is listed on the agenda.

• Consider allocation of $1,000 from District 2 to the Clover Rotary Club
• Consider allocation of $1,000 from District 3 to the Clover Rotary Club
• Approve minutes from the September 3, 2024 Finance & Operations Committee meeting

The Finance & Operations Committee approved two separate $1,000 allocations from District 2 and District 3 funds to the Clover Rotary Club. The committee also approved minutes from the previous meeting held on September 3, 2024.

• Approved $1,000 District 2 allocation to Clover Rotary Club
• Approved $1,000 District 3 allocation to Clover Rotary Club
• Approved September 3, 2024 meeting minutes
• Adjourned meeting

Board of Zoning Appeals

The York County Board of Zoning Appeals will review three residential variance applications. One request seeks a setback variance and increased impervious surface for a deck at 14 King Haigler Chase. Another seeks a 10‑foot rear‑setback variance for an accessory pool at 249 Lorraine Rd. A third seeks variances for riparian‑buffer and accessory‑structure setbacks at 5026 Tioga Rd. Staff recommends denial of the King Haigler variance because it does not meet the hardship criteria.

• Variance request (Case Z24‑7V) for 14 King Haigler Chase: deck setback and impervious‑surface increase to ~59 % (staff recommends denial).
• Variance request (Case Z24‑6V) for 249 Lorraine Rd: 10‑foot rear‑setback for an accessory pool structure.
• Variance request (Case Z24‑8V) for 5026 Tioga Rd: riparian‑buffer use and accessory‑structure front‑line setback.
• Public notification actions posted August 26 2024 and advertisement published August 25 2024.
• Board will vote on each variance request during the September 12, 2024 meeting.

The York County Board of Zoning Appeals denied two variance requests and approved one. A variance for a deck addition at 14 King Haigler Chase was denied 4-1, and a pool setback variance at 249 Lorraine Rd was denied 3-2. A variance for riparian buffer and accessory structure placement at 5026 Tioga Rd was approved unanimously.

• Denied variance for deck addition at 14 King Haigler Chase (4-1)
• Denied variance for pool setback at 249 Lorraine Rd (3-2)
• Approved variance for riparian buffer and accessory structure at 5026 Tioga Rd (5-0)

Planning Commission

The York County Planning Commission will consider eight rezoning applications covering parcels in Hickory Grove, Forest Hills Circle, Rock Hill, Highway 21, Terrys Road, Sharon, and George Dunn Road. It will also review the Phase 1 Improvements for the Catawba Bend Preserve to check compliance with the Comprehensive Plan. In other business, the commission will receive a County Council resolution to study public‑education facilities with the FMSD and will update the rezoning tracking sheet.

• Rezoning 24‑40: 0.88‑acre portion of 218‑acre parcel at 5370 Hickory Grove Road, from RUD to AGC.
• Rezoning 24‑41: 1.57‑acre parcel at 2937 Forest Hills Circle, from RSF‑40 to RSF‑30.
• Rezoning 24‑44: Two parcels at 3133 and 3139 Highway 21, total 4.70 acres, from UD to GC.
• Public Project Review: Phase 1 Improvements for the Catawba Bend Preserve.
• County Council resolution directing the commission to conduct studies on public‑education facilities with the FMSD.

The York County Planning Commission approved six rezoning requests and denied one, all by unanimous votes except one 5-1 approval. The denied request was for general commercial zoning near a residential neighborhood. The commission also approved the Catawba Bend Preserve Phase 1 improvements as conforming to the Comprehensive Plan and discussed a County Council resolution on school facility studies without taking action.

• Approved rezoning 24-40 at 5370 Hickory Grove Road from RUD to AGC (6-0)
• Approved rezoning 24-41 at 2937 Forest Hills Circle from RSF-40 to RSF-30 (6-0)
• Denied rezoning 24-42 at 1650 Herlong Ct from RSF-30 to GC (6-0)
• Approved rezoning 24-44 at 3133 and 3139 Highway 21 from UD to GC (6-0)
• Approved rezoning 24-45 at 3358 Terrys Road from UD to GC with condition to discuss access with neighbor (5-1)
• Approved rezoning 24-46 at 550 N. Burris Road from AGC to RUD with subdivision condition (6-0)
• Approved rezoning 24-47 at 1500 George Dunn Road from RSF-40 to RUD (6-0)
• Approved Catawba Bend Preserve Phase 1 improvements as conforming to Comprehensive Plan (6-0)

Finance & Operations Committee

The Finance & Operations Committee will review applications for service on the Bethesda Fire Tax Board, York County Forever Commission, Catawba Mental Health Board, and Employee Grievance Committee, including both reappointments and new appointments. It will also approve the minutes from the August 7, 2024 meeting and receive a finance update. No decisions have been made yet.

• Reappointment of Melissa Scoggins to Bethesda Fire Tax Board (2nd term, expires 8‑5‑2028)
• Appointment of Teresa Steele to York County Forever Commission (1st term, expires 9‑2‑2027)
• Reappointment of Cherie Barton to Catawba Mental Health Board (2nd term, expires 8‑14‑2027)
• Appointment of Janet Clawson to Employee Grievance Committee (1st term, expires 8‑12‑2027)
• Approval of minutes from the August 7, 2024 Finance & Operations Committee meeting

The Finance & Operations Committee recommended several appointments and reappointments to county boards for full Council consideration, including the Bethesda Fire Tax Board, York County Forever, Catawba Mental Health Board, and Employee Grievance Committee. They also approved the minutes from the August 7, 2024 meeting. The auditor reported a projected surplus for FY24 due to vacancies in the Sheriff's Office and general fund departments.

• Recommended reappointment of Melissa Scoggins to Bethesda Fire Tax Board
• Recommended reappointment of Richard Roach to Bethesda Fire Tax Board
• Recommended appointment of Teresa Steele to York County Forever (District 5)
• Recommended reappointment of Cherie Barton to Catawba Mental Health Board
• Recommended reappointment of Georgette Fuhr to Catawba Mental Health Board
• Recommended appointment of Janet Clawson to Employee Grievance Committee
• Recommended reappointment of Heather Savikas to Employee Grievance Committee
• Approved minutes from August 7, 2024 meeting

County Council

The York County Council will consider multiple rezoning actions, including third and second readings for parcels in districts 2, 3, and 6. The council will vote on contract awards, notably a $1,179,706.78 purchase of 17 compressor/fill stations from Stallion Air, Inc., a $1,087,887.19 landfill compactor, and a printing and mailing services contract up to $60,000 annually for three years. Additional items include a third‑reading ordinance to change the Rock Hill‑York County Convention & Visitors Bureau meeting frequency, utility relocation agreements, and public hearings on rezoning requests.

• Approve purchase of 17 compressor/fill stations from Stallion Air, Inc. for $1,179,706.78 (Bid #2930)
• Approve purchase of a Bomag BC873RB‑5 landfill compactor from Linder Industrial Machinery for $1,087,887.19
• Approve award to Output Services Group Inc. for printing and mailing tax forms, up to $60,000 annually for an initial three‑year term (RFP #2916)
• Third‑reading ordinance amending Section 32.03 of the CVB bylaws to require meetings at least every other month
• Public hearing to consider first reading of rezoning request for 1074 Archer Drive, Rock Hill (Case #24‑35) and other rezoning cases

The York County Council unanimously adopted the York County Strategic Plan after making several amendments to its goals, including modifications to the Safe Community, High Performing Organization, Grow Economic Opportunities, Quality Infrastructure, Grow Responsibly, and Premier Parks sections. The council also approved a consent agenda with 17 items, including rezoning actions, equipment purchases, and road acceptances, and authorized condemnations for road projects.

• Adopted York County Strategic Plan with amendments (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning Case 24-28 from RUD-I to RUD at 3121 Ranger Road (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning Case 24-30 from RF-40 to RMX-10 at 1637/1639 W. Lakewood Drive (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning Case 24-31 from RSF-40 to RMX-10 on Palmetto Drive (unanimous)
• Approved $1,179,706.78 purchase of 17 compressor/fill stations from Stallion Air (unanimous)
• Approved $1,087,887.19 purchase of Bomag landfill compactor from Linder Industrial (unanimous)
• Denied rezoning Case 24-39 from RSF-30 to OI at 6213 Oakridge Road (unanimous)
• Authorized condemnations for Project S-50 and S-49/S-100 road widenings (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Committee

The committee will hold discussions on several zoning and planning matters. The meeting includes reviews of self-storage facility locations and home occupation flexibility.

• Discussion regarding Self-Storage Facility Location
• Discussion regarding Two Principal Dwellings on AGC Lots
• Discussion regarding Lot Area Measurement
• Discussion regarding Home Occupation Flexibility
• Approval of minutes from the November 6, 2023 meeting

The York County Planning and Zoning Committee recommended eliminating self-storage facilities in RC, GC, and UD zoning districts, while still allowing them conditionally in other zones. They also recommended amending the AGC district language to require each of two principal dwellings meet lot size, width, and setback requirements as if on individual lots, with a minimum of 10 acres. The committee adopted staff recommendations on lot area measurement and accessory structure limits, and tabled home occupation flexibility pending further information.

• Recommended eliminating self-storage facilities in RC, GC, and UD zones (motion carried)
• Recommended amending AGC district language for two principal dwellings, requiring individual lot compliance and 10-acre minimum (motion carried)
• Recommended staff's lot measurement approach, administrative adjustments, and research on accessory structure ordinance (motion carried)
• Tabled home occupation flexibility discussion until further information is gathered
• Approved minutes from November 6, 2023 meeting (motion carried)

County Council

The York County Board of Zoning Appeals met on March 13, 2025 to consider several land‑use requests. It unanimously approved a special exception for a large rodeo event at 3771 Highway 97 in the Hickory Grove community. The board also approved two variances—one for lot‑width at 474 and 468 Highway 161 and another for minimum setbacks at 4392 Ivey Wood Dr—while a third variance request was rejected and then deferred for further work.

• Special exception approved 4‑0 for a large rodeo at 3771 Highway 97 (Hickory Grove)
• Variance approved 4‑0 for lot‑width requirement at 474 & 468 Highway 161 (Clover)
• Variance approved 4‑0 for minimum setbacks at 4392 Ivey Wood Dr (Rock Hill)
• Variance request for 4392 Ivey Wood Dr failed 2‑2 and was deferred 3‑1 for 30 days
• December 17, 2024 Board minutes approved unanimously (4‑0)

The York County Council approved a consent agenda with 23 items, including a $3.77 million paving contract, a $1.76 million insurance policy, and several grants. They also approved multiple rezoning requests, denied one rezoning, and deferred a property sale ordinance. The council upheld a procurement award and denied a TIF amendment request from Rock Hill.

• Approved $3,769,880.41 paving contract to King Asphalt (unanimous)
• Approved $1,756,486.22 annual insurance coverage (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning at 3121 Ranger Road from RUD-I to RUD (unanimous)
• Denied rezoning at 811 Carson Road from AGC to RUD (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning at 3701/3717 Pleasant Road and 1291 Altura Road from RSF-40 to OI (5-1)
• Deferred sale of 166/210 Dotson Street property (unanimous)
• Upheld procurement award to Wiley Easton Construction for Catawba Bend Preserve Phase 1 (unanimous)
• Denied City of Rock Hill request to amend Downtown TIF projects (unanimous)

County Council Workshop

The York County Council will hold a workshop to discuss updates to the county’s Strategic Plan. The meeting includes an executive session that is closed to the public. After the executive session, the council will consider any matters that arise from that session. No specific decisions or votes are listed on the agenda.

• Follow-up discussion regarding York County’s Strategic Plan
• Executive Session (closed)
• Matters for consideration following Executive Session
• Call to Order by Chairwoman Christi Cox

Council held a workshop to discuss the county's Strategic Plan across several categories including economic opportunities, parks, and infrastructure. No final votes were taken; staff will incorporate Council's feedback and present a final plan for approval in September.

• Discussed Economic Opportunities: Council requested in-house identification of industrial sites and the creation of an Economic Development Advisory Board
• Discussed High Performing Organization: Council agreed with the proposed plan and requested corresponding action plans and surveys
• Discussed Premier Parks: Council requested a parks identity, a maintenance plan, and the use of metrics to identify lands for protection
• Discussed Grow Responsibly: Council expressed concerns regarding affordable housing collaboration and requested a Comprehensive Housing Assessment
• Discussed Safe Community: Council agreed with the plan and requested the inclusion of incoming Sheriff Tony Breeden
• Discussed Quality Infrastructure: Council requested a study on funding options for stormwater infrastructure maintenance

Planning Commission

The York County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a waiver request from Foundry Commercial to allow a driveway separation less than the required 160‑foot minimum for a 32.03‑acre Light Industrial parcel in Council District 7. The commission will also consider five rezoning applications: a 0.32‑acre parcel at 1074 Archer Drive (UD to RMX‑10), two parcels totaling 24.48 acres on Walker Road (RMX‑20 to RUD), a 4.9‑acre parcel at 3625 Broadhurst Lane (AGC to RUD), and a 0.38‑acre parcel at 6213 Oakridge Road (RSF‑30 to OI).

• Waiver request (Case No. W24‑03) for driveway separation <160 ft on 32.03‑acre Light Industrial parcel, Tax Map 723‑00‑00‑072, Council District 7
• Rezoning 24‑35: 0.32‑acre at 1074 Archer Drive, Rock Hill, from UD to RMX‑10 (Tax Map 624‑00‑00‑186)
• Rezoning 24‑36: 24.48‑acre parcels on Walker Road, Rock Hill, from RMX‑20 to RUD (Tax Maps 752‑00‑00‑016, ‑097)
• Rezoning 24‑38: 4.9‑acre parcel at 3625 Broadhurst Lane, Clover, from AGC to RUD (Tax Map 191‑00‑00‑018)
• Rezoning 24‑39: 0.38‑acre parcel at 6213 Oakridge Road, Clover, from RSF‑30 to OI (Tax Map 478‑00‑00‑076)

The York County Planning Commission approved a driveway separation waiver and three rezoning requests, and denied one rezoning request. All votes were unanimous 6-0, with Commissioner John Segura absent. The meeting was moved to room 3801 due to environmental conditions.

• Approved driveway separation waiver for Foundry Commercial (6-0)
• Approved rezoning of 0.32-acre parcel at 1074 Archer Drive from UD to RMX-10 (6-0)
• Approved rezoning of 24.48-acre parcels on Walker Road from RMX-20 to RUD (6-0)
• Approved rezoning of 4.9-acre parcel at 3625 Broadhurst Lane from AGC to RUD (6-0)
• Denied rezoning of 0.38-acre parcel at 6213 Oakridge Road from RSF-30 to OI (6-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider a variance request from Thomas Keck to reduce the required 10‑foot side setback for an accessory structure on the property at 2043 Poinsett Drive, located in the RSF‑40 zoning district of District 6–Huckabee. The Board will also approve the minutes from its May 9, 2024 meeting. An executive session will be held to receive legal advice concerning case Z24‑2.

• Variance request to waive 10‑foot side setback for accessory structure at 2043 Poinsett Dr, RSF‑40 district (Case Z24‑4 V BZA)
• Approval of minutes from Board of Zoning Appeals meeting on May 9, 2024
• Executive session to receive legal advice regarding case Z24‑2

The York County Board of Zoning Appeals approved a variance request by Thomas Keck for a 10-foot side setback for an accessory structure at 2043 Poinsett Dr, Rock Hill, in a 6-0 vote. The board also approved minutes from May 9, 2024, as amended, and appointed two members for mediation in case Z24-2. No substantive decisions were made beyond these actions.

• Approved variance for 10-foot side setback at 2043 Poinsett Dr (6-0)
• Approved May 9, 2024 minutes as amended (5-0, Williams abstained)
• Appointed Blair and Schemine for mediation in case Z24-2 (6-0)

Finance & Operations Committee

The Finance & Operations Committee is discussing a resolution to direct the Planning Commission to study public education facilities for grades K-12 in the Fort Mill School District. This process aims to update the capital improvements plan and impact fee ordinance before the current fee expires on June 30, 2025.

• Discussion of resolution for Fort Mill School District Impact Fee
• Approval of July 15, 2024 meeting minutes

The Finance & Operations Committee approved and recommended to the full Council a resolution regarding the Fort Mill School District impact fee. The committee also approved the minutes from its July 15, 2024 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved and recommended Fort Mill School District Impact Fee Resolution to Council (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from July 15, 2024 Finance & Operations Committee meeting (unanimous)

Economic Development Committee

The committee will review the Economic Development Dashboard and receive an update on website and branding marketing. The meeting includes an executive session to discuss updates on economic development projects.

• Economic Development Dashboard review
• Marketing update regarding website and branding
• Executive session on economic development projects

The York County Economic Development Committee received updates on 2023 investments totaling $1.1B and a wage survey. No formal decisions were made; the committee requested vacancy and work-from-home data. The meeting adjourned after executive session with no action items.

• No formal decisions made; meeting was informational
• Requested update on vacancy rate and work-from-home status

County Council

The York County Planning and Zoning Committee discussed and voted on several zoning-related issues, including clarifying rules for minor subdivisions and allowing expansions to nonconforming residential and nonresidential properties. The committee also reviewed the scope of the ongoing rural zoning project and approved previous meeting minutes.

• Recommended change to set a specific date (10-21-2019) after which no further minor subdivisions can be created from previous minor subdivisions
• Proposed modification to allow nonconforming lots to be combined to reduce nonconformity
• Motion to permit expansions to legal nonconforming residential uses without adding dwelling units
• Motion to allow up to 10% expansion of legal nonconforming nonresidential uses, with larger expansions requiring a special exception
• Ongoing rural zoning project to review and update rural zoning districts and code provisions, with staff handling the project in-house over at least 6 months

Council approved several rezoning requests and a $5.5 million construction contract for the Catawba Bend Preserve. The board also authorized participation in the Kroger National Opioid Settlement and approved various service contracts for public works and security.

• Approved $5,520,363.75 contract to Wiley Easton Construction Co., Inc. for Catawba Bend Preserve Phase 1 (Unanimous)
• Approved participation in the Kroger National Opioid Settlement (Unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 16 parcels in Fort Mill area to RMX-6 (Unanimous)
• Approved $1,628,389.51 utility relocation agreement with Duke Energy for Hwy. 557 (Unanimous)
• Approved $536,200 for Worker's Compensation insurance premium services (Unanimous)
• Approved $583,200 for solid waste management services from Smith Gardner Inc. (Unanimous)
• Approved sale of 216 East Jefferson Street, York (Unanimous)
• Referred Fort Mill School District impact fee resolution to Finance and Operations Committee (Unanimous)

Finance & Operations Committee

The Finance & Operations Committee will review fund allocations from District 4 and an appointment to the Bethel Fire Tax Board. The body will also review a finance update and minutes from the June 17, 2024 meeting.

• Allocation of $4,100.00 from District 4 to Habitat for Humanity
• Allocation of $3,200.00 from District 4 to City Girl Gardening 803
• Appointment of Ralph Merchant to the Bethel Fire Tax Board

The Finance & Operations Committee approved two funding allocations from District 4 and recommended a board appointment for Council consideration. The committee also approved the June 17, 2024, meeting minutes.

• Recommended appointment of Ralph Merchant to the Bethel Fire Tax Board
• Approved $4,100.00 allocation from District 4 to Habitat for Humanity
• Approved $3,200.00 allocation from District 4 to City Girl Gardening 803
• Approved June 17, 2024 meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review several subdivision and rezoning requests across the county. This includes a public hearing regarding an easement waiver for a 42-acre parcel. Other items involve changing zoning for properties in Rock Hill, York, and Fort Mill.

• Rezoning 215 acres from RMX-10 to RUD on Concord Road (Case 24-32)
• Waiver request to use an 18-foot easement for a 42.71-acre subdivision (Case W24-02)
• Subdivision of 51.95 acres into three lots on Sherrer Rd.
• Rezoning 6.5 acres from RSF-40 to OI in Fort Mill (Case 24-34)
• Rezoning 0.40 acres on West Lakewood Drive from RSF-40 to RMX-10 (Case 24-30)

The Planning Commission approved four rezoning requests and two preliminary subdivision plats. One rezoning request for a 2-acre parcel on Carson Road was denied, and a waiver for a subdivision easement was granted.

• Approved waiver for subdivision easement width less than 25 feet (Unanimous)
• Approved Nation Land Co. preliminary plat for 3 single-family lots (Unanimous)
• Approved Floweing Meadows preliminary plat for 3 single-family lots (Unanimous)
• Recommended approval to rezone 0.40 acres on West Lakewood Drive from RSF-40 to RMX-10 (Unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 0.602 acres on Palmetto Drive from RSF-40 to RMX-10 (Unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 215 acres off Concord Road from RMX-10 to RUD (3-1)
• Denied rezoning of 2 acres at 811 Carson Road from AGC to RUD (Unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 6.5 acres on Pleasant and Altura Roads from RSF-40 to OI (Unanimous)

County Council Workshop

The council will conduct a strategic planning session including a SWOT analysis and plan development. An executive session is also scheduled to receive legal advice regarding litigation updates.

• SWOT Analysis
• Strategic Plan Development
• Executive Session for legal advice and litigation updates

The York County Council held a strategic planning worksession to discuss goals, a SWOT analysis, and upcoming departmental planning for FY 25/26. The council established six overarching goals and voted to approve a litigation settlement agreement following an executive session.

• Established six strategic goals: Internal/External Communications, Parks, Infrastructure, Planning and Development, Public Safety, and Economic Development
• Approved litigation settlement agreement as discussed in Executive Session

County Council

The Council will consider an ordinance to increase fees for several county park facilities. The agenda also includes votes on multiple rezoning requests and various service contracts.

• Ordinance to increase fees at Ebenezer Park, Allison Creek Park, and Field Day Park
• Rezoning of 16 parcels in the Fort Mill area (Case #24-23)
• $792,645.89 purchase of body cameras for the Sheriff's Office
• $1,863,155.18 utility relocation agreement with Duke Energy
• $879,472.00 food services contract for the York County Detention Center

Council approved the annual budget and a referendum to reinstate a one percent sales tax. Several rezoning requests were approved, and new fee schedules for public parks and landfill waste disposal were adopted. A proposed ordinance for wrecker service regulations was deferred.

• Adopted FY 2024-2025 operating and capital budgets (Unanimous)
• Approved referendum to levy and reimpose 1% sales and use tax (Unanimous)
• Approved fee increases for Ebenezer Park, Allison Creek Park, and Field Day Park (Unanimous)
• Approved fee increases for municipal solid waste and debris disposal at county landfill (Unanimous)
• Approved rezoning for 16 parcels in Fort Mill area to RMX-6 (Unanimous)
• Approved $792,645.89 for Sheriff's Office Detention Division body cameras (Unanimous)
• Approved $1,863,155.18 Utility Relocation Agreement with Duke Energy (Unanimous)
• Deferred York County Sheriff's Office wrecker services regulations ordinance (Unanimous)

Finance & Operations Committee

The Finance & Operations Committee will consider several requests for fund allocations from various districts to local organizations. The committee will also review applications for service on the York County Library Board.

• Fund allocation of $3,567.00 from District 2 to Habitat for Humanity
• Fund allocation of $4,000.00 from District 2 to Camp Thunderbird
• Fund allocation of $2,500.00 from District 1 to Pawsitive Action Service Dogs
• Review of York County Library Board appointments and reappointments
• Fund allocation of $2,000.00 from District 6 to Feed the Hungry

The committee approved several fund allocations from Districts 1, 2, 3, 6, and 7 to various community organizations. It also recommended two appointments to the York County Library Board for Council consideration. The minutes from the June 3, 2024 meeting were approved.

• Recommended reappointment of Charles Robinson to Library Board (District 4)
• Recommended appointment of Carol Herring to Library Board (District 6)
• Approved District 1 funds: Pawsitive Action Service Dogs ($2,500), Riverview Fire Department ($1,500), Fostering the Family ($1,500), Defending the Fatherless ($1,500)
• Approved District 2 funds: Habitat for Humanity ($3,567), Mayday Project ($1,000), Catawba River Keeper ($1,000), Clover Women’s Club ($1,500), Camp Thunderbird ($4,000)
• Approved District 3 funds: American Legion Post 66 ($595), Sharon Volunteer Fire Department ($1,655)
• Approved District 6 funds: Feed the Hungry ($2,000)
• Approved District 7 funds: Young Life ($2,000)
• Approved June 3, 2024 meeting minutes

Transportation Committee

The Transportation Committee is considering a $500 C-fund allocation for memorial signs along Ogden Road. This section, from Heckle Boulevard to Harrison Street, will be named "Daisy Rogers McDuffie Road."

• $500.00 C-fund allocation for memorial signs on Ogden Road
• Naming the Ogden Road section between Heckle Boulevard and Harrison Street "Daisy Rogers McDuffie Road"

The Transportation Committee unanimously approved a $500 allocation from the C-Fund to erect memorial signs along Ogden Road. This section of the road, running from Heckle Boulevard to Harrison Street, will be honorably named 'Daisy Rogers McDuffie Road.' No other business was discussed.

• Approved $500 C-Fund allocation for memorial signs on Ogden Road (Unanimous)
• Ogden Road section named 'Daisy Rogers McDuffie Road'

Planning Commission

The Commission will review a proposal for a 1,323-foot extension of Home Grown Way to serve the future Lake Wylie Retail Center. The agenda also includes a nine-lot subdivision in Newport Acres and a rezoning request on Ranger Road.

• Proposed 1,323-foot road extension for "The Point" development at Charlotte Hwy and Hwy 55
• Newport Acres subdivision of 11.01 acres into nine single-family lots
• Rezoning request for 20.14 acres on Ranger Road in Clover from RUD-I to RUD

The commission approved preliminary plats for 'The Point' and 'Newport Acres' subdivisions. Additionally, a request to rezone a 20.14-acre portion of a parcel on Ranger Road was approved.

• Approved Preliminary Plat for 'The Point' road extension (4-2)
• Approved Preliminary Plat for Newport Acres 9-lot subdivision (Unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 20.14 acres from RUD-I to RUD on Ranger Road (Unanimous)
• Approved May 13, 2024 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

County Council

York County Council will consider a second reading of an ordinance to levy a one percent sales and use tax subject to a public referendum. The body is also reviewing several fee increases for landfill disposal, water and sewer rates, and public park facilities.

• Proposed 1% sales and use tax referendum for the 2024 General Election
• Purchase of body worn and dash cameras for the Sheriff's Office for $465,505.82
• Black and Veatch Corp. contract for Eastern Water Study not to exceed $268,787.00 plus 10% contingency
• Proposed fee increases for municipal solid waste and construction debris at the county landfill
• Proposed fee increases for Ebenezer Park, Allison Creek Park, and Field Day Park

Council approved the county's budgets for the upcoming fiscal year and authorized a referendum for a one percent sales and use tax. Several rezoning requests were approved, and updates to park and landfill fees were authorized.

• Approved FY 2024-2025 operating and capital budgets (Unanimous)
• Approved second reading of ordinance for one percent sales and use tax referendum (Unanimous)
• Approved $465,505.82 for Sheriff's Office body worn and dash cameras (Unanimous)
• Approved increases to Ebenezer Park and Allison Creek Park fees (Unanimous)
• Approved increases for municipal solid waste and debris disposal fees at county landfill (Unanimous)
• Approved rezoning for 16 parcels in Fort Mill area to RMX-6 (Unanimous)
• Approved amended Lake Wylie zoning overlay separation requirements (6-1)
• Authorized settlement agreement for Project: US-21/SC 51, Tract No. 106 (Unanimous)

Finance & Operations Committee

The Finance & Operations Committee is meeting to consider the allocation of funds from various council districts to local organizations. The committee will also review applications for service on several county boards and commissions.

• Proposed $10,000 allocation from District 7 to the Fort Mill History Museum
• Proposed $5,000 allocations from District 7 to Defend the Fatherless and the Town of Fort Mill
• Proposed $4,000 allocation from District 3 to York County Livestock Show
• Proposed $2,800 allocation from District 2 to River Hills Lion Club
• Review of appointments for the Library Board, Stormwater Appeals Board, and other commissions

The Finance & Operations Committee recommended several board and commission appointments for Council consideration, including Nicole Huckabee to Keep York County Beautiful (At Large), which passed with Council member Allison Love voting in opposition. The committee deferred the appointment of Mark Herring to the York County Library Board (District 6). It also approved allocations of district funds totaling $46,300 to 15 community organizations, and received a monthly financial report noting Sheriff's Office vacancies at 7.6% and general fund department vacancies at 9.4% as of April 2024.

• Recommended Nicole Huckabee to Keep York County Beautiful (At Large) (Carried; Love opposed)
• Deferred appointment of Mark Herring to York County Library Board (District 6) (Carried)
• Recommended Vicki Wolford to Board of Disabilities and Special Needs (District 2) (Carried)
• Recommended Charles Schwartz to Board of Disabilities and Special Needs (District 4) (Carried)
• Recommended George Sheppard to Culture and Heritage Commission (District 1) (Carried)
• Recommended reappointment of Andy Clinton to Olde English District Commission (Carried)
• Recommended Kris Clemente to Stormwater Appeals Board (Carried)
• Approved $46,300 in district allocations to 15 organizations (Carried)

County Council

The County Council is holding a special called meeting to conduct a public hearing regarding the operating and capital budgets for the fiscal year starting July 1, 2024. The discussion includes the levy of taxes and the expenditure of county funds.

• Public hearing on ordinance to establish FY 2024-2025 operating and capital budgets
• Discussion on the levy of taxes for the fiscal year commencing July 1, 2024

York County Council held a special called meeting on May 28, 2024, whose only substantive item was a public hearing on an ordinance to establish operating and capital budgets and set taxes for the fiscal year starting July 1, 2024. One speaker, Michelle Schaffer of Maxabilities, addressed Council to thank it for its support and funding. The public hearing was closed by a motion from William "Bump" Roddey, seconded by Allison Love. No vote on the budget ordinance itself is recorded; the minutes show an executive session listed with no matters reported out, and the meeting adjourned at 6:04pm.

• Held public hearing on FY25 budget and tax levy ordinance (no vote recorded)
• Closed the public hearing by motion of Roddey, seconded by Love
• Adjourned at 6:04pm with no further business

Transportation Committee

The York County Planning Commission met to review several rezoning applications for parcels in Rock Hill, Fort Mill, and Clover. The commission approved three requests and one request was withdrawn.

• Approved rezoning of 2.13-acre parcel on McConnells Highway from NC to RSF-30
• Approved conditional rezoning of parcels on Holbrook Road and Hamlin Road
• Approved rezoning of 9.84-acre parcel on Highway 557 from GC to RMX-6
• Withdrawn rezoning request for 3.73-acre parcel on Lake Vista Boulevard

The Transportation Committee met to review and vote on the 2024 York County Transportation Plan. The committee approved the plan by a unanimous vote.

• Approved 2024 York County Transportation Plan (Unanimous)

County Council

The Council held a workshop to review current employee benefits, compensation history, and proposed pay increases for FY 2025/2026. Members also received an informational overview of how impact fees are collected and disbursed for public facilities and school districts. No formal actions were taken on these items.

• Proposed FY 2025/2026 average 3-3.5% pay for performance merit increase and 1.0% salary range adjustment
• Proposed new benefits: up to 3 days bereavement leave and up to 30 days parental leave
• Review of impact fees, noting approximately $73 million collected for Fort Mill School District
• Report that $63 million in impact fees have been distributed to the school district
• Ongoing comprehensive review of the Human Resources policy/manual by outside legal counsel

York County Council gave first reading to an ordinance that would reimpose a 1% sales and use tax, subject to a countywide referendum at the 2024 general election, funding $410,650,000 in road and intersection projects recommended by the Pennies for Progress 5 Commission. Council also approved second reading of the Regent Park Flood Study ordinance, passed a first reading of a county budget for FY2025, and approved numerous consent agenda items including rezoning cases and purchases. A third reading of a temporary sign ordinance was adopted with modifications after several failed motions, and a third reading on selling 216 East Jefferson Street was deferred.

• Approved first reading of 1% sales tax ordinance for 2024 referendum (Unanimous)
• Approved second reading of Regent Park Flood Study ordinance (Unanimous)
• Approved first reading of FY2025 county budget (6-1)
• Adopted temporary sign ordinance with consistent rules across unincorporated areas (5-2)
• Approved rezoning 24-12 from AGC to RUD on Cedar Grove Road (5-2)
• Deferred third reading of ordinance to sell 216 East Jefferson Street (Unanimous)
• Denied all proposed changes to longevity and annual leave ordinance (6-1)
• Approved $348,981.98 for Motorola radio communications software (Unanimous)

County Council Workshop

The County Council approved several rezoning requests and various equipment and service contracts. The body also held public hearings regarding a proposed public education facilities impact fee for new residential development in the Fort Mill School District No. 4.

• Approved $8,000,000 from the State for local road projects
• Approved $377,642.26 utility relocation agreement with MCImetro (Verizon) for US 21/51 widening
• Approved $145,404.4 purchase of two Vermeer sewer vacuum excavators
• Approved $107,477.00 design contract with Joel E. Wood & Associates, LLC for Hwy. 55/Maynard Grayson Intersection
• Approved rezonings for 1932 Dulin Road, 4817 Mt. Gallant Road, 104 Ervin Street, 3071 Highway 21, and 3330 Pikeview Road

Council held a workshop to discuss the FY24/25 General Budget, including funding requests from non-profits and the Coroner's Office. Staff presented proposed fee amendments for parks, water/sewer rates, and solid waste tipping. No formal votes were taken on the proposals during this workshop.

• Requested staff research budget impact of additional Coroner's Office staff
• Discussed proposed water consumption rate increase of 5% and sewer increase of 10%
• Discussed proposed solid waste tipping fee increases for municipal waste ($46 to $49) and construction demolition ($40 to $42)
• Discussed proposed park fee amendments including camping, shelter, and rental fees
• Discussed $100,000 funding request from Safe Passage
• Discussed $40,000 funding request from Keystone Substance Abuse Services
• Discussed request to increase Visit York County Accommodations Tax from $387,500 to $450,000

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission reviewed and approved a land development waiver and a preliminary plat for a subdivision on Ranger Road. The body also received a status update on the Rural Zoning Project.

• Approved waiver W25-01 for Brian Buchanan to remove internal access requirements for a 2-acre parcel in the Rural Development district
• Approved preliminary plat for Buchanan - Ranger Road subdivision consisting of 2 single-family lots on 221.84 acres
• Received status update on the Rural Zoning Project

The Planning Commission approved five separate rezoning requests and upheld a staff decision regarding a major subdivision classification. The board also adopted the minutes from the April 8, 2024 meeting.

• Upheld staff decision to classify tax map 581-00-00-067 as a major subdivision (Unanimous)
• Approved rezoning 3.0 acres on Glenn Road from AGC to RUD (4-2)
• Approved rezoning 1.18 acres at 1670 Highway 160 from UD to GC (Unanimous)
• Approved rezoning 20 parcels in 16 multifamily communities to RMX-6 (Unanimous)
• Approved rezoning 3.77 acres at 3310 Lincoln Road from RSF-40 to RUD (Unanimous)
• Approved rezoning 9.25 acres on Johnson Road from RSF-30 to RUD (Unanimous)
• Approved April 8, 2024 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Health and Environmental Protection Committee discussed the development of a report and plan for York County Parks and Recreation. The committee voted to recommend that the full Council consider hiring a consultant to lead this process.

• Recommendation to hire a consultant for a Parks and Recreation report and plan
• Proposal to develop a purpose statement and operational philosophy for the Parks and Recreation Department
• Proposal to conduct surveys and analysis on public opinion regarding park service needs and willingness to pay fees

The Board of Zoning Appeals reversed a Zoning Administrator's interpretation regarding permitted uses in the Light Industrial (LI) district. This decision allows solar panel manufacturing as a permitted use in that district.

• Approved reversal of zoning interpretation to allow solar panel manufacturing in LI-Light Industrial District (5-0)
• Approved April 11, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0)

County Council

The County Council approved a wastewater maintenance contract for the Lake Wylie area and several zoning changes. The body also updated ordinances regarding vehicle storage for farming and county vehicle usage policies.

• Contract with Carolina Lift Stations LLC for Lake Wylie wastewater system maintenance not to exceed $1,115,824.61
• Approved rezoning of 16.77 acres on Wilson Business Parkway from LI to ID with deed restrictions
• Approved rezoning of 2.35 acres on Wisteria Lane and 1.67 acres on McConnells Highway
• Ordinance amendment to allow outdoor storage of tractor trailers for bona fide farming operations
• Temporary Construction Easement to the City of York for a sidewalk along Lincoln Road

Council approved several land rezoning requests and a $7.38M clearing contract for the US21-51 Pennies 3 Project. The board also authorized expenditures for 911 Dispatch Center furniture and relocation services. A first reading of the FY 2024-2025 operating and capital budget was deferred.

• Approved $7,382,250.62 contract to NJR Group, Inc. for US21-51 Pennies 3 Project (Unanimous)
• Approved $408,958.77 for 911 Dispatch Center furniture (Unanimous)
• Approved $230,437.85 for 911 Dispatch Center relocation services (Unanimous)
• Approved rezoning Case #24-12 with deed restrictions of one dwelling per three acres (4-3)
• Approved temporary sign ordinance modifications (5-2)
• Denied rezoning Case #24-16 from RSF-30 to OI (Unanimous)
• Deferred first reading of FY 2024-2025 operating and capital budgets (4-3)
• Authorized condemnation for Cel River Widening and FM Parkway Widening projects (Unanimous)

Finance & Operations Committee

The County Council decided on several rezoning requests in Clover, Fort Mill, and Rock Hill. The body also approved various professional service contracts and an economic development grant application.

• Approved $150,000 grant application for Project Unagi from the SC Coordinating Council
• Approved $70,495 contract with SSOE Group for York County Government Center work
• Approved $84,517.25 contract amendment for SC 72 widening with CDM Smith
• Approved $62,880 agreement with ESP Associates, Inc. for Pennies 5 Program
• Approved rezoning of 5333 Charlotte Highway from RMX-20 to LI with deed restrictions

The Finance & Operations Committee recommended amendments to personnel ordinances that would end longevity pay for new employees (except Sheriff's Office staff) and cap annual leave payouts at 240 hours for new hires. The committee also approved three small funding allocations totaling $6,750 to local organizations and recommended several board appointments for full Council consideration. A financial report noted that high vacancy rates in the Sheriff's Office and general fund departments are the primary reason for the current fiscal year surplus.

• Recommended personnel ordinance changes: end longevity pay for new employees (except Sheriff's Office) and cap new employee leave payout at 240 hours
• Approved $2,000 allocation from District 4 to H.O.P.E.
• Approved $1,750 allocation from District 3 to Smyrna Volunteer Fire Department
• Approved $3,000 allocation from District 1 to Isaiah 117 House
• Recommended appointment of Justin Coy to Catawba Regional Workforce Investment Board
• Recommended appointment of Karen Macvean to Keep York County Beautiful (District 6) (2-1 vote)
• Recommended appointment of Caitlin Boyle to Keep York County Beautiful (At Large)
• Recommended appointment of Ronald Karriker and reappointment of Sam Lesslie to Riverview Fire Tax District Board

County Council Workshop

The Planning Commission reviewed several rezoning requests and proposed amendments to the Land Development and Zoning Codes. The body approved two rezoning requests and one recommendation to update the definition of a minor subdivision.

• Denied rezoning of 7.46 acres on Lurecliff Place from RSF-40 to RMX-10 (Oz Custom Built Homes Inc)
• Approved rezoning of 1.01 acres at 1850 Dobys Bridge Road from RMX-10 to OI (JCI Homes LLC)
• Approved rezoning of 6 parcels in 3 multifamily communities to the RMX-6 district
• Approved recommendation to amend Chapter 154 Land Development Code regarding minor subdivision definitions
• Approved recommendation to amend Chapter 155 Zoning Code regarding nonconforming lots and uses

Council held a workshop to review proposed FY 2025 budget priorities, including employee raises and water/sewer changes. The session included presentations on recreation funding and fire district budgets. No formal actions were taken on the proposals discussed.

• No action taken on recreation funding proposal
• No action taken on fire budgets

County Council

The committee reviewed efforts to support small businesses, including a resource guide and building inventory assessments. The Regional Chamber of Commerce will partner with Economic Development to develop a Small Business Toolkit. Council members also approved minutes from previous meetings and entered executive session for project updates.

• Approval of January 24, 2024, and July 23, 2024, meeting minutes
• Development of a Small Business Toolkit with the Regional Chamber of Commerce
• Discussion of small business resource guides and building inventory for downtowns
• Executive session regarding Economic Development Project Updates

The York County Council unanimously approved two rezoning cases, a $381,164.75 purchase of ballistic identification technology for the Sheriff's Office, and repairs to Historic Brattonsville. They also approved a first reading of an ordinance to sell a property at 216 East Jefferson Street and a lease for the Hickory Grove Magistrate. The council acknowledged the transition from County Manager David Hudspeth to Josh Edwards.

• Approved rezoning Case #24-10 (RUD to AGC) in Clover (Unanimous)
• Approved rezoning Case #24-13 (RMX-20 to RSF-30) in Clover (Unanimous)
• Approved $381,164.75 purchase of ballistic ID system for Sheriff's Office (Unanimous)
• Approved $73,968.00 roof replacement for Historic Brattonsville (Unanimous)
• Approved $2,181.00 change order for Historic Brattonsville stabilization (Unanimous)
• Approved 3-year lease for Hickory Grove Magistrate space (Unanimous)
• Approved first reading of ordinance to sell 216 East Jefferson Street (Unanimous)

Finance & Operations Committee

The Committee decided to move forward with a draft ordinance to reduce traffic level of service requirements for site egress. Members also recommended allowing tractor-trailer parking on farms used in bona fide agricultural operations. Staff were asked to further research minor subdivision lookback timeframes.

• Approved staff recommendation to reduce egress LOS from 'D' to 'E' for new sites and 'D' to 'F' for existing points with limited delay
• Recommended allowing tractor-trailer parking on farms if used in bona fide agricultural operations and owned/leased/rented by the owner
• Requested staff research on other counties regarding minor subdivision lookback timeframes
• Discussed potential ordinance modifications for non-conformity allowances for occupied homes in UD zones
• Discussed issues calculating the number of allowed wall signs for businesses

The Finance & Operations Committee unanimously recommended eight individuals for various county boards and committees to the full Council for consideration. The committee also approved $7,500 in total funding allocations to two local organizations. A discussion on modifying personnel policies regarding employee leave and longevity allowances was deferred to the next meeting.

• Recommended Brianna Fazio for Employee Grievance Committee
• Recommended Jeremy Wade for Employee Grievance Committee
• Recommended Dean Hendrix for Employee Grievance Committee
• Recommended Janet Atkinson for Keep York County Beautiful
• Recommended Jeffrey Ellison for Catawba Mental Health Board
• Recommended Lauren Hebert for Board of Zoning Appeals
• Recommended Pierre Langevin for York County Forever
• Recommended April Simpkins for York County Natural Gas Board

Board of Zoning Appeals

The committee met to review personnel appointments and previous meeting minutes. Members recommended Tom Bach for reappointment to the District 7 Planning Commission and deferred a Bethel Fire Tax Board appointment until January 2025.

• Reappointment of Tom Bach to the Planning Commission (District 7)
• Deferral of the Bethel Fire Tax Board appointment until January 2025
• Approval of the November 21, 2024, meeting minutes

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a request to host a rodeo as a Large Special Event in the Hickory Grove Community. The board also elected its chairperson and vice chairperson for 2024.

• Approved special exception for rodeo at 3771 Highway 97 (5-0)
• Approved Jeff Blair as 2024 chairperson (4-0)
• Approved Ashley Schemine as 2024 vice chairperson (4-0)
• Approved December 14, 2023 meeting minutes as amended (5-0)

County Council Workshop

Council discussed the FY24 budget surplus, noting a $17M transfer into the Capital Projects fund for FY25. The body reviewed current capital project funding and the budget process for FY26. No formal votes were taken on budget allocations during this workshop.

• Transfer of $17M to Capital Project funds for FY25
• FY24 interest income budget variance of approximately $9.6M
• Approval of $1,256,582 for Parks and Recreation personnel, capital, or land purchases
• Capital projects listed including Animal Services Center, Coroner Building, and Sheriff’s Booking Center
• FY25 General Fund budget of $155,769,285

Council members received updates on capital projects, including the Coroner’s Facility and Moss Justice Center. The council reviewed the FY 2025 budget process and millage projections. No formal votes were taken on project funding or budget approvals during this workshop.

• Scheduled Strategic Plan Workshop for June 21 at 9:00am

Planning Commission

The York County Council decided on several rezoning requests and approved various infrastructure and service contracts. The body also held public hearings regarding zoning code amendments for farming operations and street classification service levels.

• Approved rezoning of 5333 Charlotte Highway to Light Industrial with deed restrictions
• Approved $220,260 contract with Centurylink for internet at Catawba Bend Preserve Park
• Approved $131,052.10 contract amendment for CHA Consulting (SC 557 project)
• Approved $96,218.73 contract amendment for NV5 (Flint Hill Street drainage)
• Approved $400,000 Economic Development Set-A-Side Grant for Project Quicksilver

The Commission approved seven rezoning requests and one subdivision, while denying one rezoning request in York. It also established new county-wide standards for temporary signs and voted to implement a Corridor Plan for specific study areas.

• Approved Legacy Point - Watford Tract subdivision (6-0)
• Approved rezonings 24-14, 24-15, 24-17, 24-18, 24-19, and 24-20 (all 6-0)
• Denied rezoning 24-16 at 3425 Hands Mill Highway (6-0)
• Approved new temporary sign standards limiting lot interior signs to two large and six small (6-0)
• Approved implementation of a Corridor Plan for four study areas (5-1)
• Approved maintaining current 660 feet distance between separation of uses (6-0)
• Approved new separation language for same or adjacent lots (6-0)
• Denied adding RV & Boat Storage to separation uses (3-3)

County Council

The Council elected Christi Cox as Chairwoman and Tom Audette as Vice-Chairman. The body approved several rezoning requests and contractual agreements for HVAC maintenance and economic development consulting.

• Approved utility relocation agreements for US 21/Springdale Road Intersection estimated at $627,135.43
• Approved HVAC maintenance contracts with TRANE Inc. for the Government Center ($144,253) and Family Court Building ($127,081)
• Approved a $107,036 reimbursement agreement with DR Horton, Inc. for Westport Residential Community sewer infrastructure
• Approved economic development consulting services with Sustainable Consulting Solutions LLC not to exceed $100,000
• Approved first readings for rezoning cases #24-52, #24-56, #24-57, #24-58, and #24-59

York County Council approved a consent agenda containing 11 rezoning requests, several of which had been recommended for denial by staff and the Planning Commission, along with multiple contracts and purchases. The rezoning cases included a 10.67-acre parcel on Mt. Holly Road, a 16.38-acre parcel on Blessed Hope Road, and a 32-acre parcel on Stateview Boulevard, all approved 6-1 with Watts Huckabee dissenting. Council also approved a $1,513,963.08 contract amendment for the Sutton/Spratt/FM Parkway widening project and a $148,335.00 freezer purchase for the Museum of York County. Three public hearings were held for first-reading rezoning requests, all of which were approved unanimously.

• Approved consent agenda including 11 rezoning cases and 15 other items (6-1, Huckabee nay)
• Approved rezoning 10.67 acres on Mt. Holly Road from RUD to LI (6-1)
• Approved rezoning 16.38 acres on Blessed Hope Road from RMX-20 and GC to RUD (6-1)
• Approved rezoning 2.45 acres on Hickory Ridge Road from RSF-40 to RUD-I (6-1)
• Approved rezoning 32 acres on Stateview Boulevard from UD to LI (6-1)
• Approved rezoning 4.46 acres on Beamguard Road from AGC to RUD despite staff and PC denial (6-1)
• Approved rezoning 15.05 acres on Redwood Road from AGC to RUD (6-1)
• Approved rezoning 0.71 acres on Carolina Downs from RSF-40 to AGC-I (6-1)

County Council Workshop

The Planning Commission approved an ordinance and resolution to establish a Public Education Facilities Impact Fee for new residential development in Fort Mill School District No. 4. The body also approved several rezoning requests and two amendments to the Zoning Code.

• Approved Public Education Facilities Impact Fee for new residential development in Fort Mill School District No. 4
• Approved rezoning of 16.77 acres on Wilson Business Parkway from LI to ID with a restrictive covenant
• Approved rezoning of 12 acres at 4817 Mt. Gallant Road from RMX-20 to RUD
• Approved rezoning of 6.73 acres on Dulin Road from UD and RMX-20 to RUD
• Approved Zoning Code amendments regarding accessory structure size and a new administrative adjustments procedure

The York County Council reviewed a staff proposal to distribute recreation tax funds based on population but did not approve it. Council members expressed disagreement with the staff recommendation and requested time to review the details. The Council directed staff to amend the budget calendar for upcoming meetings and scheduled a follow-up discussion on the recreation tax for April 16.

• Staff directed to amend budget calendar for April 1 approval
• Recreation tax distribution proposal tabled for further review
• Follow-up discussion on recreation tax scheduled for April 16
• Motion to adjourn carried

Justice & Public Safety Committee

The York County Council discussed strategic goals for responsible growth and community safety. Members reviewed a conceptual design for an expanded animal shelter and referred several strategic priorities to specific committees for further study.

• Proposed Animal Shelter project totaling $25,900,000
• Animal Shelter plan includes a total of +/- 33,895 square feet
• Referral of Fire Services Program (5-10 year plan) to Justice and Public Safety Committee
• Referral of Refined Codes to Planning and Zoning Committee
• Referral of Attainable Housing to Health and Environmental Protection Committee

The committee recommended that the full Council authorize the study and implementation of wrecker service regulations. This follows a request to establish a written ordinance and policy for the York County Sheriff’s Department to enforce wrecker policies.

• Recommended to full Council the authorization to study and implement wrecker service regulations (Carried)
• Approved minutes from the January 24, 2024 meeting (Carried)

County Council

The Planning Commission deferred a recommendation on a Public Education Facilities Impact Fee for new residential development in Fort Mill School District No. 4. The body also decided on several rezoning requests and approved a preliminary plat for a new subdivision.

• Deferred ordinance and resolution for Fort Mill School District No. 4 Public Education Facilities Impact Fee
• Approved preliminary plat for Riley Cove, a 51.32-acre subdivision with 27 single-family lots
• Approved rezoning of 48 parcels along Sandifer Road to remove non-conforming status
• Approved rezoning of 3.02 acres at 700 N. Paraham Road from AGC to RUD
• Approved amendments to Zoning Code regarding tractor trailer trucks on agricultural lots

The York County Council unanimously approved multiple rezoning requests, including a large area near Carowinds and a grocery store site, while denying a residential rezoning on West Rambo Road. The Council also approved contracts for water and sewer maintenance and authorized the condemnation of land for the Cel River road widening project. An ordinance adjusting employee leave policies was deferred for further committee review.

• Approved rezoning 20 parcels near Carowinds from UD to OA (Unanimous)
• Denied rezoning 390 West Rambo Road from AGC to RUD (5-2)
• Approved rezoning Mt. Holly Road for Little Giant Food Stores with conditions (Unanimous)
• Approved contracts for water/sewer repairs with six companies (Unanimous)
• Authorized condemnation of land for S-50 Cel River Widening Phase 2 (Unanimous)
• Deferred ordinance on employee longevity and annual leave (Unanimous)
• Approved ratification of Keystone as Substance Abuse Authority (Unanimous)

Finance & Operations Committee

The Board of Zoning Appeals met to approve previous minutes and consider a variance request. The board voted to grant a variance regarding the location of an accessory structure for a specific property.

• Approved variance for accessory structure location at 2737 Windswept Cove (Case Z24-9 V BZA)

The Finance & Operations Committee approved allocating $2,400 from District 2 to the Bethel Volunteer Fire Department, and approved minutes from its March 4, 2024 meeting. Staff reported January 2024 finances: Sheriff's Office vacancies at 7.4% and General Fund vacancies at 8.5%, which staff said will create a surplus in FY24. Assistant County Manager Kevin Madden reported the County would pay off the Series 2016 General Obligation Bonds approved by voter referendum, eliminating the County's debt service millage in the FY 24/25 budget.

• Approved $2,400 allocation from District 2 to Bethel Volunteer Fire Department (motion carried)
• Approved minutes from the March 4, 2024 Finance & Operations Committee meeting (motion carried)
• Adjourned the meeting (motion carried)

County Council Workshop

The committee recommended several appointments to county boards and commissions for Council consideration. Members approved multiple fund allocations from Districts 2, 3, and 5 to local organizations. The committee also discussed the potential implementation of a Local Vendor Preference for county solicitations.

• Allocation of $5,000 from District 5 to Clemson University/4-H
• Allocation of $3,500 from District 2 to River Hills EMS
• Allocation of $3,300 from District 2 to Bethel Volunteer Fire Department
• Recommendation of Valerie Lynch to the Board of Zoning Appeals
• Discussion of Local Vendor Preference (LVP) to support local business growth

The York County Council held a workshop to review Planning Department audit recommendations and discuss changes to the Temporary Sign Ordinance. Council members suggested removing permit requirements and adjusting sign size, duration, and quantity limits for different districts. No formal votes or final approvals were recorded during this workshop session.

• Planning audit recommendations presented; Council to review report and reconvene if needed
• Temporary Sign Ordinance amendments discussed but not formally adopted
• Suggested removal of permit requirements for all temporary signs
• Suggested Lake Wylie Overlay: ban temporary signs in non-residential zones
• Suggested Lake Wylie Overlay: allow unlimited small signs (4 sq ft) in residential zones
• Suggested Lake Wylie Overlay: allow one large sign (32 sq ft) for 30 days twice a year
• Suggested other districts: extend display duration to 90 days, twice a year
• Suggested other districts: increase large sign limit to three (32 sq ft)

Planning Commission

The York County Council decided on several rezoning requests and approved various service contracts for county facilities. The body also updated the county vehicle policy and authorized a fee-in-lieu-of-tax agreement for 'Project Quicksilver'.

• Approved AGC zoning for approximately 292 acres across 48 parcels on the York/Chester border
• Approved rezoning of 184 Grayson Road from UD to LI and 2389 Highway 160 W. from RUD to GC
• Approved $550,364.00 annual contract for landscaping and grounds care for county properties
• Approved $245,832.60 HVAC maintenance contract for Moss Justice Center and Animal Shelter
• Approved $310,000.00 contract amendment for water line replacement at Moss Justice Center

The Planning Commission unanimously approved a new commercial road for 'The Point' development and three separate rezoning requests in Clover. The Commission deferred a recommendation to amend the Lake Wylie Zoning Overlay to a future meeting to gather more data. Additionally, the Commission unanimously approved a settlement agreement and designated Chairman Matt Velkovich as the signatory for that agreement.

• Approved new road 'Walters Way' for 'The Point' development (Unanimous)
• Approved rezoning 24-10 from RUD to AGC in Clover (Unanimous)
• Approved rezoning 24-12 from AGC to RUD in Clover (Unanimous)
• Approved rezoning 24-13 from RMX-20 to RSF-30 in Clover (Unanimous)
• Deferred recommendation on Lake Wylie Zoning Overlay amendments (Unanimous)
• Approved settlement agreement from Executive Session (Unanimous)
• Designated Matt Velkovich as signatory for settlement agreement (Unanimous)

Finance & Operations Committee

The Board of Zoning Appeals met to review a variance request and approve previous meeting minutes. The board deferred a decision on one accessory structure request to a future meeting.

• Deferred variance request for accessory structure at 2737 Windswept Cove (Case Z24-9 V BZA)
• Approved November 14, 2024 meeting minutes

The Finance & Operations Committee recommended seven appointments for Council consideration, including seats on the Board of Assessment Appeals, Board of Zoning Appeals, Catawba Regional Council of Governments, Culture and Heritage Commission, Workforce Investment Board, and Accommodations Tax Advisory Committee. The committee also approved four district-funded allocations totaling $13,000 to local nonprofits and organizations, and approved minutes from its February 5, 2024 meeting. A monthly financial report noted December 2023 vacancy rates of 8.9% for the Sheriff's Office and 9.4% for the General Fund, which staff said would create a surplus in FY24. All motions carried; no vote tallies were recorded.

• Recommended Jay Fuss for Board of Assessment Appeals (District 1) — carried
• Recommended Rob Cameron for Board of Zoning Appeals (District 1) — carried
• Recommended reappointment of Charles Williams to Catawba Regional Council of Governments — carried
• Recommended Brent Faulkenberry for Catawba Regional Council of Governments — carried
• Recommended Katherine Williams for York County Culture and Heritage Commission (District 7) — carried
• Recommended Kevin Taylor for Catawba Regional Workforce Investment Board — carried
• Recommended David White for Accommodations Tax Advisory Committee — carried
• Approved $2,000 from District 3 to Area 11 Special Olympics; $6,000 from District 5 to Carolina Dive & Rescue; $2,500 from District 5 to Karson's Compassion Project; $2,500 from District 5 to Emily's House Nonprofit — all carried

County Council

The Finance & Operations Committee met to approve three funding allocations from District 2. The committee also approved the minutes from the October 7, 2024 meeting.

• Allocation of $1,500.00 to Faye Bergman Charitable Corporation
• Allocation of $2,500.00 to Roosevelt Community Land and Building Fund
• Allocation of $1,800.00 to Roosevelt Community Watch

Council approved an employment agreement for Joshua Edwards to serve as County Manager. The board also approved several rezoning requests, adopted park concept plans, and modified flood damage prevention standards for the Regent Park area.

• Approved employment agreement for County Manager Joshua Edwards (Unanimous)
• Approved Woodend Park and Goat Farm Park concept plans (Unanimous)
• Approved flood damage prevention modifications for Regent Park area only (Unanimous)
• Approved rezoning for 20 parcels in Carowinds Area (Unanimous)
• Approved $680,000 utility relocation agreement with City of Rock Hill (Unanimous)
• Approved $45,170.40 annual contract with Verizon Connect Fleet USA LLC (Unanimous)
• Denied rezoning request for 2185 Neely Store Road (Unanimous)
• Denied grant application for part-time evidence technician for Coroner's Office (Unanimous)

County Council

The County Council approved several third-reading rezoning requests and held first-reading public hearings for five new rezoning cases. The body also authorized funding for infrastructure, vehicle purchases, and conservation easements.

• Approved utility relocation agreements with Comporium ($3,545,000) and AT&T ($535,836.01) for road widening and highway projects
• Approved purchase of four 1-ton service trucks from Carl Black Chevrolet for $283,992.00
• Approved $33,467 for a conservation easement on 205 acres along W. McConnells Highway
• Approved a $100,000 South Carolina Coordinating Council Economic Development grant for Project PPG
• Deferred a $7,973,131.51 HVAC renovation contract for the Heckle Office Complex

Council approved several infrastructure contracts, including repairs to the McCelvey Center and Emergency Operations Center. They approved a large-scale rezoning in the Carowinds area but deferred a Lake Wylie zoning overlay ordinance for further review. Following an executive session, Council voted to extend an employment offer for a new County Manager.

• Approved $1,881,338 contract for McCelvey Center Auditorium repairs (Unanimous)
• Approved $1,690,008 for HVAC renovations at Emergency Operations Center (Unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 20 parcels in Carowinds area from UD to OA (Unanimous)
• Deferred Lake Wylie Zoning Overlay separation requirements to Planning Commission (6-1)
• Approved $378,846 contract for Catawba Bend Preserve One Mile Greenway Project (Unanimous)
• Approved $83,868.40 for Moss Justice Center parking garage repair (Unanimous)
• Authorized employment offer to County Manager candidate (Unanimous)
• Authorized outside legal counsel and paused tax district accounts payable (6-1)

County Council Workshop

Council discussed strategic goals for quality infrastructure and the 2024 Parks and Recreation Strategic Plan. The session included data on park visitation and recommendations for facility expansion and staffing.

• Proposal to grow parks and recreation operational budget to $8.75 million
• Recommendation to add 6 new positions to the director's office and multiple staff roles at Allison Creek, Ebenezer, and Catawba Bend
• Proposed development of Catawba Bend and creation of a trails coordinator position
• Discussion of potential dedicated millage or bond referendum for capital projects
• Recommendation to consider impact fees and land set-asides for future park development

York County Council met in a workshop on February 12, 2024. Staff reported the animal control facility focus has shifted to renovating and expanding the current facility, with a revised scope and a new RFQ possibly coming to Council in April or May, and staff will try to keep costs within the $16M budget. Council went into executive session for legal advice on the fire AUP, water and sewer services, and litigation, then voted to remove the July 1 fire deadlines for all matters related to administration except accounts payable and to recall the items from the Justice & Public Safety Committee to Council to evaluate ordinances and policies. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Entered executive session for legal advice on fire AUP, water and sewer services, and litigation (motion carried)
• Removed July 1 fire deadlines for all administration matters except accounts payable (motion carried)
• Recalled items from Justice & Public Safety Committee to Council to evaluate ordinances and policies (motion carried)

Planning Commission

The County Council approved several large-scale HVAC and renovation contracts funded by Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds. The body also processed multiple rezoning requests and discussed potential amendments to the zoning code regarding self-storage and rural dwellings.

• HVAC renovations at Heckle Office Complex awarded to Ferrara Buist LLC for $7,973,131.51
• Sheriff's Office District 3 Renovation Project awarded to JNB Services LLC for $2,580,362.40
• HVAC renovations at Planning Building awarded to Edison Foard LLC for $1,686,435.00
• Utility Relocation Agreement with AT&T Enterprises for $29,550.00 for Pennies 3 Project
• Rezoning of 48 split-zoned parcels along Sandifer Road to AGC-I district

The Planning Commission reviewed nine rezoning applications for parcels in Rock Hill, York, and Clover. Five requests were approved, while three were denied and one motion to approve with restrictions failed.

• Denied rezoning of 1.93-acre parcel at 2185 Neely Store Road from NC to GC (6-1)
• Approved rezoning of 16.38-acre parcel at 231 Blessed Hope Road from RMX-20 and GC to RUD (Unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 2.35-acre parcel off Hickory Ridge Road from RSF-40 to RUD-I (6-0)
• Approved rezoning of 32-acres at 3476, 3480, and 3560 Stateview Boulevard from UD to LI (Unanimous)
• Denied rezoning of 4.46-acre portion of parcel on Beamguard Road from AGC to RUD (4-3)
• Approved rezoning of 15.05-acre parcel on Redwood Road from AGC to RUD (6-1)
• Approved rezoning of 0.71-acre portion of parcel at 581 Carolina Downs from RSF-40 to AGC-I (Unanimous)
• Denied rezoning of 4.84-acre portion of parcel at 5393 South Fork Road from AGC to RUD (5-2)

County Council

The committee discussed a proposal for $100,000 annual funding over three years for the non-profit Gravity Center. Members reviewed similar entrepreneurship programs in Greenville and Spartanburg Counties to determine a target focus for local support.

• Review of $100,000 annual 3-year funding request for Gravity Center
• Report of $1.1B in 2023 investments from QTS Data, Silfab Solar, State Seal OneH2, and Poetker Construction Company
• Planned committee visits to Greenville and Spartanburg in March to study business programs
• Update on 4 new business opportunities, 3 of which are in manufacturing

Council approved a $29.5M contract for SC 72 road improvements and a $17.7M pump station replacement. Several rezoning requests were approved on third reading, and the Thistle Park concept plan was adopted. One rezoning request at 4420 Horse Road was denied.

• Approved $29,559,356.02 contract to Blythe Development Company for SC 72 road improvements (Unanimous)
• Approved $17,757,000.00 contract to State Utility Contractors Inc. for Crowders Creek Pump Station replacement (Unanimous)
• Adopted Thistle Park concept plan for 60-acre outdoor recreation area (Unanimous)
• Approved rezoning for Case #23-23, #23-43, #23-45, and #23-46 (Unanimous)
• Denied rezoning for Case #23-50 at 4420 Horse Road (Unanimous)
• Approved rezoning for Case #23-47, #23-48, and #23-49 (Unanimous)
• Approved ordinance exempting school and government buildings from grand tree protection requirements (Unanimous)
• Adopted motion to proceed with second round of County Manager interviews (Unanimous)

Finance & Operations Committee

York County Council approved several infrastructure contracts, including a stream bank stabilization project and park upgrades. The body also voted on multiple rezoning requests and updated agreements for the York-Chester Industrial Park and Performance Friction Corporation.

• Sugar Creek Stream Bank Stabilization Project awarded to Shamrock Construction for $1,762,599.30
• Field Day Park Upgrades design-build contract amendment with JD Goodrum Company not to exceed $1,941,996.00 plus 5% contingency
• Purchase of Nighthawk BTX Imaging System for Sheriff's Office for $62,878.55
• Utility Relocation Agreement with Zayo for US 21/51 widening estimated at $507,676.00
• First reading approval for rezoning approximately 292 acres to AGC at the York/Chester border

The Finance & Operations Committee recommended several board and commission appointments to full Council, including reappointments to York County Forever and the Newport Fire Tax District Board, and new appointments to the Catawba Regional Council of Government and the Building Board of Appeals. The committee also recommended modifications to the personnel ordinance as presented by staff. It approved a $1,232.64 allocation from District 2 to Bethel Volunteer Fire Department (Station 3) and approved minutes from the January 2, 2024 meeting. All motions carried; no vote tallies were recorded.

• Recommended reappointment of Steve Hamilton to York County Forever (carried)
• Recommended reappointment of Carey Tilley to York County Forever (carried)
• Recommended appointment of Bo Legg to the Catawba Regional Council of Government (carried)
• Recommended appointment of Donald Brown to the Building Board of Appeals (carried)
• Recommended reappointment of James Freeman to the Newport Fire Tax District Board (carried)
• Recommended personnel ordinance modifications as presented by staff to full Council (carried)
• Approved $1,232.64 allocation from District 2 to Bethel Volunteer Fire Department (Station 3) (carried)
• Approved January 2, 2024 committee meeting minutes (carried)

Transportation Committee

The Transportation Committee is meeting to approve the Fiscal Year 23/24 C-Fund selections. These funds are designated for distribution across seven council districts.

• District One: $1,886,250.00
• District Two: $533,500.00
• District Three: $2,224,304.00
• District Four: $2,244,258.00
• District Five: $2,850,417.00

The committee unanimously approved the Fiscal Year 23/24 C-Fund selections for seven districts. The total funding was distributed across the districts as designated in the action item.

• Approved FY 23/24 C-Fund selections for Districts One through Seven (Unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission approved two new subdivisions and four rezoning requests. The commission deferred one rezoning request for 700 N. Paraham Road until December and received an update from the Fort Mill School District regarding public education impact fees.

• Approved Old Hope Farm subdivision: 20 single-family lots on 29.34 acres
• Approved Legacy Point subdivision: 37 5-acre single-family lots on 212.07 acres
• Approved rezoning of 184 Grayson Road from UD to LI
• Approved rezoning of 2354 Vineyard Road from RSF-40 to RUD
• Approved applying AGC zoning to 48 parcels along the York and Chester County border

The Planning Commission approved a request to rezone a 0.89-acre parcel on Garrison Road from UD to ID. The commission also accepted the minutes from the January 8, 2024 meeting.

• Approved rezoning of 0.89-acre parcel on Garrison Road from UD to ID (Unanimous)
• Approved January 8, 2024 Planning Commission Minutes (Unanimous)

Economic Development Committee

The committee reviewed and recommended changes to zoning ordinances regarding self-storage locations, residential dwelling requirements on AGC lots, and accessory structure measurements. Members also discussed home occupation flexibility but tabled the item for further research.

• Recommended eliminating self-storage facilities in RC, GC, and UD zoning districts
• Recommended requiring a minimum of 10 acres for two principal dwellings on AGC lots
• Recommended new accessory structure maximums, including a 600 square foot or 65% footprint limit for lots under one acre
• Tabled discussion on home occupation flexibility pending further information
• Approved minutes from the November 6, 2023 meeting

The committee reviewed research on entrepreneurship programs in Greenville and Spartanburg Counties. Members decided to visit those locations in March to gather more information before determining how to proceed with local efforts.

• Approved December 6, 2023 meeting minutes
• Decided to visit Greenville and Spartanburg in March to research entrepreneurship programs
• Approved motion to enter Executive Session for project updates

Justice & Public Safety Committee

The Economic Development Committee reviewed 2023 investment totals and the results of a wage and benefits survey for manufacturing and warehouse operations. The body also discussed a website rebuild project and a unified destination branding initiative.

• Reported $1.1B in 2023 investments from QTS Data, Silfab Solar, State Seal, OneH2, and Poetker Construction Company
• Wage and benefits survey results showing average entry level wage of $18.06
• YCED Website Rebuild Project with an RFP issued July 11, 2024, and anticipated completion March 2025
• Unified Destination Branding Initiative involving York County Economic Development, Visit York County, and York County Regional Chamber of Commerce
• Executive Session held to discuss Economic Development Project Updates

The committee approved the minutes from the October 25, 2023 meeting. Members discussed unresolved issues regarding Special Fire Tax Districts, including FOIA requirements, fundraiser accounting, accounts payable, and employee status, but took no formal action on these items.

• Approved minutes from October 25, 2023 meeting

County Council

The Finance & Operations Committee met to recommend several board appointments for Council consideration. The committee also approved two specific fund allocations from District 4 and reviewed a July 2024 financial report.

• Allocation of $1,500.00 from District 4 to the Jamie Nichols Alumni Scholarship Fund
• Allocation of $3,000.00 from District 4 to Saint Mary Outreach Program
• Recommended reappointment of Kendall Holbrook to the Stormwater Appeals Board
• Recommended reappointment of Sandra Calhoun-White to the Catawba Mental Health Board
• Recommended appointment of Ashima Singal to the Accommodations Tax Advisory Committee

Council approved a $6.6 million contract for the Phase 1 North-South Transmission Water Main Harper Road Project. The board also approved four rezoning requests and an ordinance exempting schools and government buildings from grand tree protection requirements.

• Approved $6,646,171.95 water main contract to State Utility Contractors Inc. (Unanimous)
• Approved rezoning 0.323 acres at 319 Rock Grove Avenue to RMX-10 (Unanimous)
• Approved rezoning 71.812 acres at 128 Vinson Road to RUD (Unanimous)
• Approved rezoning 0.81 acres at 1646 and 1648 Highway 321 to RMX-10 (Unanimous)
• Approved rezoning 2.5 acres at Steen Circle/Lesslie Highway/Anderson Road to LI (Unanimous)
• Approved ordinance exempting schools and government buildings from grand tree protection (Unanimous)
• Approved $37,180 for conservation easement on Booney Road property (Unanimous)
• Approved $69,979.74 insurance premium for Culture and Heritage Museums (Unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Transportation Committee approved funding allocations for the State Infrastructure Bank and an SCDOT contingency account. The body also received information regarding $11.8 million in total funding from the SCDOT for fiscal year 2024/2025.

• Approved $8,233,333.33 to the State Infrastructure Bank for Exits 82, 85, and 90
• Approved $500,000 allocation to the SCDOT contingency account
• Received SCDOT C-Fund apportionments of $4,030,000.00
• Received SCDOT Donor Bonus of $863,196.93
• Received one-time funds from the SC Legislature of $6,974,500.00

The York County Planning Commission elected Matt Velkovich as Chair and Antonio Mickel as Vice Chair for 2024. The commission approved rezoning requests for Skyline Homes, LLC at 390 West Rambo Road, Rosie Thompson and Connie Strait at 4420 Horse Road, and 20 parcels to the new Outdoor Amusements (OA) district tied to the Exit 90/Carowinds Boulevard Master Plan. It denied a request by David Long at 2492 Bridgewater Road and deferred a request by Stephen McGirt on Garrison Road. All votes were unanimous among the six present members; District 1 Commissioner Kate Kraxberger was absent.

• Elected Matt Velkovich as Chair (4 ayes)
• Elected Antonio Mickel as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Accepted December 11, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning 23-47: 3.98 acres at 390 West Rambo Road from AGC to RUD (unanimous)
• Deferred rezoning 23-48: 0.89 acres on Garrison Road from UD to ID (unanimous)
• Denied rezoning 23-49: 1.50 acres at 2492 Bridgewater Road from AGC to RUD (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning 23-50: 5.25 acres at 4420 Horse Road from AGC to RUD (unanimous)

County Council

The York County Planning Commission approved several subdivision requests and rezoning applications. The body also authorized staff to initiate the zoning of 48 parcels along the Chester County border.

• Approved Dunlap Acres subdivision (42.58 acres, 3 lots)
• Approved Paolone Family subdivision (41.44 acres, 3 lots)
• Approved rezoning of 12 parcels in 10 multifamily communities to RMX-6
• Approved rezoning of 230 Gill Way from ID to LI with subdivision condition
• Authorized initiation of AGC zoning for 48 parcels along the Chester County border

Council approved a $1 million legislative grant for park enhancements and several rezoning requests at various stages of reading. The board also authorized a Microsoft Enterprise Agreement payment and approved the FY 2024-2025 budget calendar.

• Approved $1M Legislative Grant for park enhancements (Unanimous)
• Approved $145,423.58 payment to SHI International Corp for Microsoft Enterprise Agreement (Unanimous)
• Approved rezoning Case #23-35 (N. Shiloh Rd/Old York Rd) and Case #23-42 (Sandlapper Dr) on third reading (Unanimous)
• Approved first reading for rezoning Cases #23-23, #23-43, #23-45, and #23-46 (Unanimous)
• Approved FY 2024-2025 budget calendar (Unanimous)
• Approved application for $100,000 Recreation Trails Program Grant for Mountain Bike Trails (Unanimous)
• Approved creating and funding an Inventory Specialist position in Water & Sewer Utilities (Unanimous)
• Approved first reading of ordinances amending the Land Development Code regarding 'Grand Trees' and the Zoning Code regarding tattoo establishments (Unanimous)

Finance & Operations Committee

York County Council approved several rezoning requests and multiple equipment purchases. The body also authorized several grants for the Sheriff's Office and approved infrastructure agreements for sidewalk and utility projects.

• Awarded $1,080,365.00 to Hostetter and Son Construction Inc. for Moss Justice Detention Center shower replacement
• Approved $439,920.00 for three Kenworth flat dump trucks and $212,562.81 for three Kubota mini excavators
• Approved a waste disposal contract amendment with Waste Management Inc. not to exceed $4,250,000.00 annually
• Approved a $1,013,907.36 agreement for sidewalk improvements on Whites Road
• Approved rezoning for 3625 Broadhurst Lane, 5370 Hickory Grove Road, 2937 Forest Hills Circle, 3133/3139 Highway 21, 3358 Terrys Road, 550 N. Burris Road, and 1500 George Dunn Road

The Finance & Operations Committee recommended four individuals for appointment to local district boards, pending final consideration by the full Council. The committee also approved the minutes from its previous meeting on December 18, 2023. No other substantive matters were discussed.

• Recommended Patrick Carmody for Bethel/Lake Wylie Land Acquisition and Preservation Parks District Board
• Recommended Deborah Thomas for Bethel/Lake Wylie Land Acquisition and Preservation Parks District Board
• Recommended Charles Parmenter for Bethel Fire Tax District Board
• Recommended Ronald Garrison for Newport Fire Tax District Board
• Approved minutes from December 18, 2023 meeting