Elections in South Carolina local government
What South Carolina city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about elections — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
167 South Carolina meetings since 2024 covered elections. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in South Carolina with the most elections activity
- Aiken County, SC (27)
- York County, SC (23)
- Lancaster County, SC (15)
- Surfside Beach, SC (10)
- Mount Pleasant, SC (9)
- Summerville, SC (8)
- Irmo, SC (7)
- Pickens County, SC (6)
- Tega Cay, SC (5)
- Gaffney, SC (4)
- York, SC (4)
- Orangeburg County, SC (4)
Latest matching meetings
Council to consider annexation, rezoning, equipment financing, and chicken request
The Gaffney City Council will hold a regular meeting with several significant items, including second reading of an ordinance to finance equipment from the 2026/2027 budget, first readings for annexation of parcels on Hampshire Drive and Providence Road and a rezoning on Beltline Road, and a resolution to apply for…
Board reviews poll worker training, equipment readiness for November election
The Aiken County Board of Voter Registration & Elections is meeting to discuss election preparedness for November, focusing on poll worker training and recruitment, equipment readiness, and curbside voting. The board will also review the director's report and consider a new polling location for Salley. Public comments…
York County elections board to canvass votes, hear provisional ballots
The York County Board of Voter Registration and Elections is holding a regular meeting to conduct official election business, including canvassing votes and hearing provisional ballots. The agenda also includes a public forum session and notes that recounts will be at the determination of the State Election Commission.
Board to canvass votes and hold provisional ballot hearing
The York County Board of Voter Registration and Elections is meeting to canvass votes from a recent election and hold a provisional ballot hearing. The agenda also includes a public forum session and a call to order with oaths. Recounts will be handled at the state level if needed.
Board to hear Catawba Nation polling place proposal
The York County Board of Voter Registration and Elections is holding a regular meeting. They will hear a presentation from the Catawba Nation about establishing a polling place within tribal boundaries, and will also discuss candidate certifications, polling place updates, and early voting sites.
Board to canvass votes and hear provisional ballots
The York County Board of Voter Registration and Elections is meeting to canvass votes from a recent election and hear provisional ballot appeals. A public forum is scheduled for up to 30 minutes. Recounts will be handled as determined by the State Election Commission.
Board votes on referendum resolution and reviews financial updates
The Riverview Fire Tax District Board will hold a public meeting to approve minutes and discuss a referendum resolution vote. The agenda includes updates on finances, equipment, facilities, and personnel. No specific dollar amounts or new ordinances are listed in the provided text.
Surfside Beach Senior Advisory Committee to elect officers, update charter
The Surfside Beach Senior Citizens Advisory Committee is meeting to approve minutes, elect officers for a one-year term, and receive a charter update from Councilwoman Fallon. The committee will also hear a director's update and discuss upcoming events including a community open house and health expo.
Council to vote on moving municipal elections to November
The Laurens City Council is meeting to consider several resolutions and an ordinance. The most consequential item is the first reading of an ordinance to move municipal general elections to November, aligning with state law while preserving staggered terms. The council will also vote on mutual aid agreements for the…
Bluffton ATAX committee to hear 6 grant applications, elect officers
The Accommodation Tax Advisory Committee is meeting to elect a chair and vice-chair, review a financial report, and conduct Q&A sessions on six grant applications for events and marketing. The committee will make recommendations to Town Council, which will review them on September 8, 2026.
Riverview Fire Tax District board to vote on referendum resolution
The Riverview Fire Tax District Board is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes and receiving updates on county, financial, equipment, facilities, people, and board matters. The most consequential item is a vote on a resolution related to a referendum discussion.
York County election board to canvass votes from recent election
The York County Board of Voter Registration and Elections is meeting to canvass votes from a recent election. The agenda includes a provisional ballot hearing, a public forum session limited to 30 minutes, and a vote canvass. Recounts will be held only if the State Election Commission determines they are needed.
County Council to consider 1% sales tax referendum for Nov. 3, 2026
The Orangeburg County Council is holding a special called virtual meeting to consider ordinances and a resolution. The main item is a second reading of an ordinance to impose a 1% local option sales and use tax, which would go to a countywide referendum on November 3, 2026. The council will also take a first reading…
Irmo council to hold second reading on government-form referendum
The Irmo Town Council will conduct a second and final reading of ORDINANCE 26-15, which proposes a referendum on changing the town’s form of government. The council will also hear a public hearing on the same ordinance and consider an intergovernmental agreement for federal grant administration.
Health, Recreation & Events Committee hears updates on The Venue MTP and referendum projects
The Mount Pleasant Health, Recreation & Events Committee will meet to review updates on The Venue MTP, referendum projects, and a final report from the Recreation Advisory Commission. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.
Fire district board to discuss millage increase referendum
The Flint Hill Fire Tax District Board will meet to approve prior minutes and discuss planning for a millage increase referendum. The meeting is scheduled for July 28, 2026, at the fire station.
Aiken County Council orders November 3, 2026 referendum on wastewater system expansion
Aiken County Council voted to place a referendum on the November 3, 2026 ballot asking voters whether to modify prior authorizations to expand wastewater treatment facilities and services beyond county borders. The ordinance sets voter qualifications, polling-place rules, and a ballot question for the election.
Council considers referendum on wastewater treatment facility authority
Aiken County Council will hold a special called meeting to consider a second reading of an ordinance regarding wastewater treatment services. The council will also discuss a resolution authorizing judicial action concerning Sunday alcohol sales.
Council to consider annexing 11 acres, rezoning to mixed-use, and YMCA contract
The Fort Mill Town Council will hold a public hearing and consider first readings on the annexation and rezoning of about 11 acres from General Commercial to Mixed-Use, as well as a fourth amendment to a development agreement with Charlotte-Mecklenburg Hospital Authority. The council will also vote on second readings…
Planning commission meets to elect officers and review items
The Barnwell County Planning Commission is holding a regular meeting with procedural items including the election of officers and an unspecified review of board items. No rezonings, contracts, or public hearings are listed on the agenda.
County council to consider $2.75M tax anticipation note and budget amendment
The Williamsburg County Council will hold its regular meeting on July 21, 2026, to consider several financial and administrative items. Key actions include first reading of a budget amendment ordinance, third reading and adoption of an ordinance transferring election authority to the Board of Elections for…
York County Board of Voter Registration and Elections to canvass votes
The Board of Voter Registration and Elections will meet to conduct a canvass of votes and hold a provisional ballot hearing. The board will also determine any state-requested recounts.
Board to canvass primary runoff and rule on provisional ballots
The Aiken County Board of Voter Registration & Elections will canvass the Statewide Republican and Democratic Primary Runoff and hold a hearing on provisional ballots. The board will also administer oaths to canvassers and break for scanning approved provisional ballots.
County Council to adopt FY 2026-27 budget with $25 public safety fee
The Williamsburg County Council will hold a public hearing and regular meeting on June 16, 2026. The main items are final adoption of the fiscal year 2026-27 budget ordinance, which includes a $25 public safety fee to fund an additional ambulance, and approval of up to $2.6 million in bonds for the South Lynches Fire…
Second readings for three rezonings and $2.9M in contracts on consent agenda
York County Council will consider a consent agenda including second readings for three rezoning requests, a proclamation for Parks and Recreation Month, and multiple contract approvals and software renewals totaling over $2.9 million. The rezoning cases involve properties on Lockart Road, Williams Road, and Windmill…
York County Board of Canvassers to hold canvass hearing
The Board of Voter Registration and Elections will meet to conduct a canvass of voters. The agenda includes a provisional ballot hearing and the coordination of local recounts with state-requested recounts.
Van Wyck Fire Fee Board to discuss FY26-27 budget, elect officers
The Van Wyck Fire District Fee Board will meet for a regular meeting. Old business includes a budget update for fiscal year 2026-27 and election of officers. New business addresses the resignation of board member Sheena Hinson.
Board to canvass statewide primary results
The Board of Voter Registration & Elections will meet to handle primary election procedures. The meeting includes a hearing on provisional ballots and the official canvassing of statewide primary results.
BHSPC executive board to elect officers, review policies, and evaluate director
This is the regular June meeting of the Behavioral Health Services of Pickens County executive board. The board will elect officers, review annual policies, insurance, conflict of interest, code of ethics, and confidentiality. They will also receive updates on community-based treatment services, legislative and…
Board will evaluate the Executive Director’s performance
The Board of Voter Registration and Elections will hold its regular meeting on June 4, 2026. Items include an executive session, a performance evaluation of the Executive Director, and follow‑up matters. The meeting will conclude with adjournment.
Election board to hear provisional ballots, possible recount
The York County Board of Voter Registration and Elections will hold a regular meeting with a provisional ballot hearing and a possible recount. The agenda is largely procedural, with a public forum and certification of any recount results.
Greenville Housing Authority board to discuss CEO search, tenant policies
The Housing Authority of Greenville holds a regular board meeting to consider a CEO search update and two resolutions: one approving a Tenant Selection Plan and another authorizing tenant write-offs. The consent agenda includes approval of previous meeting minutes. Reports from the CEO, finance, asset management, and…
Board of Voter Registration & Elections to discuss alcohol sales referendum
The Board of Voter Registration & Elections will meet to discuss a Sunday alcohol sales referendum and a hand count audit. The agenda also includes training for clerks and poll managers and a review of the poll worker process.
Board to elect chair and vice chair
This is a procedural meeting of the Chapin Board of Zoning Appeals. The board will elect a chair and vice chair, approve previous meeting minutes, and receive staff updates on training requirements.
Lancaster County Library Board to elect board members
The Lancaster County Library Board will meet to conduct regular business, including reviewing financial and librarian reports. The board will discuss the strategic plan and archives, and hold an election for board members.
Newport Fire Tax Board quarterly meeting covers boat purchase, referendum, budget
The Newport Fire Tax Board will hold its quarterly meeting to discuss old business including state funds for a fire boat, the status of the boat purchase and dock, and the referendum status. They will also address the Deputy Chief position, budget status and adjustments, and may discuss budget or other issues with…
County Council to consider road names, software contracts, and Sunday alcohol sales legal action
The Aiken County Council will meet to approve minutes, consider a third reading of the Comprehensive Plan, and act on a consent agenda including road name changes, furniture contracts, and a fee agreement with 'Project Synthesis'. The council will also authorize legal action regarding a Sunday alcohol sales referendum.
Board of Zoning Appeals to elect officers and hold legal training
This meeting is largely procedural: electing a new chair and vice chair, approving minutes from November 2024, and holding a closed executive session for annual legal training under attorney-client privilege. No zoning variance or appeal cases are on the agenda.
Board to hear appeal on unsafe building at 121 E. Birnie Street
The board will hear an appeal from Alan Clyde regarding a building at 121 E. Birnie Street posted as unsafe under the International Property Maintenance Code. They will consider the appeal after reviewing the building official's findings. The meeting also includes elections for 2026 chair and vice chair.
Van Wyck Fire District Fee Board to discuss FY26-27 budget and election of officers
The Van Wyck Fire District Fee Board is meeting to approve minutes, hear public comments, and discuss old and new business. The main items are a FY26-27 budget update and a discussion on election of officers. No decisions are indicated as final.