Water & utilities in South Carolina local government
What South Carolina city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about water & utilities — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
381 South Carolina meetings since 2024 covered water & utilities. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in South Carolina with the most water & utilities activity
- Charleston, SC (121)
- Columbia, SC (32)
- Georgetown, SC (29)
- Mount Pleasant, SC (23)
- Beaufort County, SC (19)
- Aiken County, SC (16)
- West Columbia, SC (14)
- Pickens County, SC (12)
- York County, SC (12)
- Lancaster County, SC (11)
- Lancaster, SC (9)
- Lake City, SC (8)
Latest matching meetings
City Council to approve $737,550 engineering contract for PFAS study at water plant
The council will vote on several ordinances and contracts, including a $737,550 engineering study for emerging contaminants at the City Water Treatment Plant, an $85,000 contract with St. Frances Animal Center, and a $124,259.00 annual janitorial services contract. It will also consider a first‑reading ordinance…
Town of Bluffton will consider a proposed ordinance to update stormwater design standards.
The Bluffton May River Watershed Action Plan Advisory Committee will meet on July 23, 2026 at the Theodore D. Washington Municipal Building. The agenda includes adoption of the April 23, 2026 meeting minutes, public comment, presentation of FY27‑FY28 strategic plan priorities, and election of officers. The committee…
Council considers establishing Wastewater Services Commission and property sales
Aiken County Council will hold public hearings on wastewater services, zoning changes, and industrial property sales. The body is also considering a referendum to modify the county's authority to operate wastewater treatment facilities.
Development Committee considers wastewater plant naming and State Revolving Fund loan
The Development Committee will discuss naming the county wastewater treatment facility and applying for a State Revolving Fund loan for a sludge dryer. The body will also consider a resolution regarding ownership of the Salley Jail and a sewer services easement agreement.
Council to consider first reading of historic district ordinance amendment
The Bluffton Town Council will hold the first reading of an ordinance amending the Unified Development Ordinance sections on historic district permits, addressing relocation and demolition of non‑contributing resources in the Old Town Bluffton Historic District. The workshop also includes presentations on a Wayfinding…
Council will hold second reading of Ordinance 686 to revise hotel and solar standards
The Pickens County Council will conduct a second reading of Ordinance No. 686 to amend the Unified Development Standards for hotels and solar energy utilities. A first reading (title only) of an ordinance to create a Lake Hartwell Overlay District for water quality protection will also be considered. Council members…
Beach renourishment project to begin end of June at 5 th Ave N. access
The Surfside Beach Stormwater Committee will receive updates on the annual state permit reporting and the upcoming beach renourishment project. Members will discuss revisions to the waterfowl (Canada goose) ordinance and the Tree protection regulation. The committee will also consider a demonstration garden proposal…
Greer City Council to consider annexations and a $200,000 watershed study contract
The City Council will vote on annexing properties on South Suber Road and West Wade Hampton Boulevard. The body is also deciding on the adoption of a housing assessment report and updates to financial policies. Additionally, the council will consider a contract for storm drain inspections in the Biblebrook watershed.
Lake City Council to discuss highway improvements and wastewater agreements
The City Council will consider several legislative resolutions, including a highway project agreement and a regional wastewater agreement. The agenda also includes a first reading of an ordinance regarding unsafe nonresidential buildings and discussions on city-owned property.
Council reviews ordinance to annex a property so owner can reconnect water and sewer
At its July 14 work session, the Lancaster City Council discusses a first reading of an annexation ordinance for a 0.13-acre parcel at 1125 1% Street. The annexation is required by city code to restore water and sewer service after a six-year disconnection. During its June 23 regular session, the council approved the…
Council to hold public hearings on three West Ashley rezonings for commercial use
The Charleston City Council will hold public hearings on three rezoning requests in West Ashley, including converting a 2.1-acre site at 1006 Savannah Hwy from single-family to limited business. The council will also consider accepting millions in state and federal grants for police, fire, and opioid relief, and…
Council to consider $2.07M federal grant to add 6 firefighter positions
The Committee on Ways and Means will consider several budget and finance items, including grant applications, license agreements, and change orders. Key items include a $2.07 million FEMA Safer Grant to add six fire personnel on the Peninsula, a $250,000 contribution to the Anson Street Burial Memorial Endowment, and…
Public hearing on stormwater ordinance final reading
The Town Council will hold a public hearing and final reading on amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) regarding stormwater design standards and definitions. A first reading will also consider changes to historic district review for relocation and demolition of non-contributing resources in Old Town…
City Council discusses property sale, lease extension, and six annexations
The Committee on Real Estate will consider a $610,000 real estate purchase for drainage improvements. The committee is also reviewing a lease extension for 2 George Street and a Right of Entry Agreement for Greenway improvements. Additionally, six property annexations are proposed across West Ashley and Johns Island.
Committee approves drainage easements and stormwater project funding
The Public Works and Utilities Committee will consider accepting rights-of-way and drainage easements for the Waterfront Phase 3 project and authorize funding for stormwater improvements, including a $790,178.81 grant extension and a $348,274.62 valve purchase.
Review of 64-lot Dockside Preserve final subdivision and Waterside Wax Myrtle preliminary plat
The Technical Review Committee will review a revised preliminary plat for Waterside Wax Myrtle and a major final subdivision plat creating 64 residential lots in Dockside Preserve Phase 1A. The committee will also discuss a building permit request for a 129 sq ft addition to a produce stand at 807 Highway 17 South.
Committee to hear update on city zoning rewrite and flood projects
The Charleston Basin Flood Action Committee will receive updates on flood statistics, resilience initiatives, the ongoing city zoning rewrite, stormwater management, and a mayor's update. A public comment period is scheduled for residents to provide input on flood-related issues.
Committee will discuss a recommendation on citywide mosquito spraying
The Sustainability Committee will review a proposal to advise the City Council on mosquito spraying in Clemson. It will also consider a monthly sustainability promotion, a presentation on CDP Cities, and staff reports on storm water and urban land management. Public comments are limited to three minutes per speaker.
Council to consider rezoning 1556 Salem Road to Regional Mixed-Use
The Beaufort City Council will hold second readings of two zoning map amendments — rezoning 1556 Salem Road from T4-Neighborhood to Regional Mixed-Use and 909 Church Street to T4-Historic Neighborhood District. The council will also consider authorizing a contract for waste management services and receive a Dominion…
Stormwater Advisory Committee reviews ordinance and plans public meeting
The Stormwater Advisory Committee will hold a workshop meeting to review committee business and the stormwater ordinance, discuss the appeals process, and consider scheduling a public meeting for the fourth quarter of 2026. The meeting includes an overview for new members. No votes or binding decisions are scheduled.
Council to consider second reading of fee-in-lieu tax deal for Project Brothers
The Pickens County Council will hold a regular meeting with ordinances for first and second reading, presentations, and executive session. Key business includes second reading of an ordinance authorizing a fee-in-lieu of tax agreement for Project Brothers, a first reading of noise and traffic rules for public events…
Waterfront Advisory Committee to discuss draft RFQ tasks
The Waterfront Advisory Committee will meet to review and discuss a draft Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for upcoming tasks. The committee will also approve minutes from June 1, 2026, and set future meeting dates. This is a discussion item, not a final decision.
Town of Summerville considers $1.6M in utility projects and multiple rezonings
Standing Committees will discuss land annexations and rezonings, including a proposed Planned Development District. The Finance Committee is reviewing two Dominion Energy purchase orders and a property purchase on Butler Street. Other items include noise ordinance amendments and street ownership transfers from SCDOT.
Special council meeting to discuss Highway 41 improvements in executive session
The Town of Mount Pleasant holds a series of committee meetings on July 6, 2026, covering bids, finance, planning, public services, flood resilience, and transportation. A special town council meeting will include an executive session on legal advice related to Charleston County Highway 41 improvements, and municipal…
Planning committee to weigh annexations, zoning, and historic district moratorium
On July 6, 2026, Mount Pleasant's committees of council hold a series of meetings, including Bids & Purchases, Finance, Special Council, Public Services, Planning, Flood Resilience, and Transportation. Key decisions include awarding contracts for intersection design at Venning Rd/Hungry Neck Blvd and stormwater pipe…
Mount Pleasant committees to review zoning, infrastructure contracts, and noise rules
Multiple town committees are meeting to award infrastructure contracts and discuss zoning changes. The Planning Committee will review annexations and a potential moratorium on subdivision applications in historic districts. Other sessions include a lease renewal for the Visitor Center and a special meeting to swear in…
Committee to award contracts for intersection and stormwater projects
The Bids & Purchases Committee will consider awarding contracts for the design of intersection improvements at Venning Rd and Hungry Neck Blvd, construction of inlet conversion on Ferry and Pitt Streets, and replacement of stormwater pipe on Queens Court. They will also consider a change order for drainage…
Planning committee to discuss subdivision moratorium and multiple rezonings
Multiple town committees meet on July 6, 2026. The Planning Committee will review a temporary moratorium on major subdivisions in historic districts, three annexation/rezoning requests, and construction noise ordinance. Other committees consider contracts for intersection design, stormwater repairs, and lease renewal…
Lexington Town Council to consider fiberoptic agreement and water safety program
The Town Council will discuss the implementation of a Cross Connection Control Program and a fiberoptic cable franchise agreement with Windstream/Kinetic. The body will also review contracts for IT services and school resource officers.
Second reading of ordinance creating Lake Keowee and Lake Jocassee overlay district
Pickens County Council will hold a work session to discuss the second reading of Ordinance No. 684, which would establish an overlay district for Lake Keowee and Lake Jocassee to protect water quality and natural resources. The council will also discuss goals and consider extending or creating special ad hoc…
Council to discuss WWTP upgrades and utility billing policy
This special meeting of Georgetown City Council will discuss two items: upgrades to the Wastewater Treatment Plant's Sequence Batch Reactor #1 and a review of utility billing policies. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the session is limited to discussion.
Lancaster County Council to vote on FY 2026-27 budget and millage rates
The Council is meeting to hold a public hearing and final reading for the FY 2026-27 budget, including taxes and fees. Members will also consider several zoning changes and easement grants for utility companies.
Council to vote on FY2027 budget and tax deal for Ambiopharm
County Council will hold third readings of the FY2026-2027 operating budget and a fee-in-lieu-of-taxes agreement with Ambiopharm, Inc. (Project Synthesis). The consent agenda includes contracts for wastewater plant equipment, a road improvement project, and a software agreement. A public hearing is scheduled for the…
Development Committee to review wastewater plant parts and roadway improvements
The Development Committee is meeting to discuss procurement for the Aiken County Wastewater Treatment Plant and several road-naming resolutions. The body will also consider a contract for roadway improvements and an ordinance regarding parks and recreation rules.
Council to authorize $11,500 engineering contract for Acline Street drainage project
The Lake City City Council will consider Resolution 2026-033, authorizing the City Administrator to execute an agreement with Eastern Engineering of South Carolina, LLC for bidding and contractor procurement services for the Acline Street Drainage Improvements Project at a cost of $11,500. The meeting also includes…
Council to vote on FY2027 budget ordinance on second reading
City Council will hold second reading on the FY2027 budget ordinance and several water and sewer rate amendments. The consent agenda includes contracts for homeless services, police uniforms, water infrastructure, and ShotSpotter gunshot detection renewal.
Town Council approves appointments to planning and zoning boards.
The council reviewed monthly reports on police activity, utilities, and finances, noting that year-to-date spending remains well within budget. Staff recommended approving six new and returning members to the Architectural Review Board, Board of Zoning Appeals, and Planning Commission. Council also discussed the…
Council to approve $13M amendment for aquatic center and playground
The Ways and Means Committee is approving several contracts and change orders for park and recreation projects funded by the 2025 Parks and Recreation Bond, including a $13M amendment for the WL Stephens Aquatic Center & Forest Park Playground. They will also consider a $1.5M grant application for the Maritime Center…
Council votes on rezoning a Leaphart Road parcel from residential to commercial.
The West Columbia City Council will hold second readings on the FY2026 municipal budget and a city code supplement. Staff recommends approving a rezoning for a lot at 2254 Leaphart Road to allow general commercial use, matching surrounding districts and existing business operations. The council will also select a…
Town Council to discuss Zenker Road annexation and Scenic Corridor rules
This is a work session where Council will discuss several items for potential action at the July 6 meeting. Key topics include the application of Scenic Corridor regulations to commercial projects and a contested annexation request for 72 acres on Zenker Road.