Fort Mill public meetings in 2022

Historic Review Board

The Fort Mill Historic Review Board will hold a preliminary discussion on proposed work at 232 Main Street and 102 Tom Hall Street by applicant Mike Kachin of Growing Main, LLC, within the Historic Preservation District. The board will also adopt its 2022 meeting calendar. No final decisions are expected on the property discussion, as it is for discussion only.

• Preliminary review of 232 Main Street & 102 Tom Hall Street (Growing Main, LLC)
• Adoption of 2022 meeting calendar

The board approved the minutes from the November 29, 2022, special meeting. Members held a discussion regarding proposed exterior modifications for properties at 232 Main Street and 102 Tom Hall Street, but no formal action was taken on the proposal. The 2023 meeting calendar was presented for adoption.

• Approved November 29, 2022 special meeting minutes (5-0)

Town Council

The Fort Mill Town Council will hold a regular meeting on December 12, 2022, at 6:00 p.m. in Council Chambers. The agenda includes a second reading to adopt updated building codes, several first readings to amend ordinances related to rezoning, development agreements, and annexations, and a first reading to redraw council districts based on the 2020 Census. The council will also enter executive session to discuss legal advice and negotiations with developers Lennar Carolinas and Crossroads Development Partners.

• Second reading: adopt updated building codes (International, National Electrical, etc.) with SC modifications
• First reading: change effective date for rezoning of Tax Map 020-17-01-064 and 065 from PND to MXU
• First reading: amend development agreement with Crossroads Development Partners for multiple properties
• First reading: redraw Town Council districts based on 2020 Census
• First reading & public hearing: annex .776 acres on Tom Hall Street and .06 acres at Banks Road/Wolfpack Trail

Town Council adopted updated international building and technical codes. The council also approved first readings for a new council district map and several ordinances extending deadlines for the Crossroads Development project.

• Approved adoption of updated International Building, Fire, Plumbing, and other technical codes (7-0)
• Approved first reading to redraw Town Council Districts based on 2020 Census (7-0)
• Approved first reading to extend effective date for Crossroads Development rezoning (7-0)
• Approved first reading to extend effective date for Crossroads Development Agreement (7-0)
• Approved first reading to extend effective date for Crossroads Development annexation (7-0)
• Approved first reading to annex 0.776 acres on Tom Hall Street (7-0)
• Approved first reading to annex 0.06 acres at Banks Road and Wolfpack Trail (7-0)
• Approved minutes of the November 14, 2022 meeting (7-0)

Town Council

The Fort Mill Town Council is holding a special called meeting with a single agenda item: an executive session to discuss contractual matters relating to the purchase of real property. Council may take action on this item after returning to public session. The agenda contains no other business items.

• Executive session discussion of contractual matters relating to the purchase of real property

The Town Council met in a special called meeting and entered an executive session to discuss real property. Following the session, Council approved allowing staff to proceed with negotiations for the purchase of the Banks Road property.

• Approved motion to enter Executive Session (7-0)
• Approved motion to exit Executive Session (7-0)
• Approved allowing staff to move forward with negotiations on the purchase of the Banks Road property (7-0)

Historic Review Board

The Historic Review Board will hold a special meeting to consider a request from Kuester Commercial to modify a previously approved Certificate of Appropriateness for 219-221 Main Street. The modification would allow the demising wall between the two buildings to remain painted, after it was painted in violation of the original approval. The board will decide whether to grant the modification or require removal of the paint and roofing membrane.

• Request to modify Certificate of Appropriateness for 219-221 Main Street
• Demising wall painted in violation of September 2021 COA condition
• Board to decide whether to allow paint and TPO roof membrane to remain
• Previous meeting required documentation on removal methods and potential brick damage
• Special meeting follows November 8th HRB meeting where motion passed 4-0

The Historic Review Board deferred a decision on whether to allow paint and TPO roofing to remain on a demising wall at 219-221 Main Street. The board requested more detailed technical information on removal methods and potential brick damage before rendering a decision.

• Approved minutes from November 8, 2022, meeting (5-0)
• Deferred decision on 219-221 Main Street demising wall modification (5-0)
• Required additional documentation from manufacturers, architects, and contractors on TPO roofing removal options
• Required detailed options for paint removal, including silt blasting and chemical removal, and masonry repair plans
• Required similar removal information and owner participation for the demising wall at 217 Main Street

Town Council

The Fort Mill Town Council is meeting to consider two new business items: a resolution to allow alcohol sales and live music on Main Street for a December 3 event, and awarding a contract for the Archie Street Pump Station Project. Public comment is open to citizens on any municipal matter.

• Resolution to designate Main Street (Academy Street to Tom Hall Street) for alcohol sales, possession, and consumption on December 3, 2022
• Special event permit for live music and sound amplifying equipment on December 3, 2022
• Consideration to award a contract for the Archie Street Pump Station Project

Council approved a contract for the reconstruction of the Archie Street Pump Station and authorized a special event permit for Main Street. The pump station project will replace aging infrastructure and include a new generator and SCADA installation.

• Approved contract to Republic Contracting Corporation for Archie Street Pump Station Project for $1,070,837.00 (6-0)
• Approved resolution for alcoholic beverage sales and special event permit for live music on Main Street for December 3, 2022 (6-0)
• Approved minutes of the November 14, 2022, Council Meeting (6-0)

Planning Commission

The Fort Mill Planning Commission will review two new business items: an annexation request for a small parcel on Tom Hall Road and a commercial appearance review for a proposed deck at Next Level Kidz. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from August and October meetings. No public hearings are scheduled; these are preliminary reviews before Town Council action.

• Annexation request by Stephen Trull for +/- 0.776 acres on Tom Hall Road (York County Tax Map 7090000057)
• Commercial appearance review for a 10x30 wood deck at 1462 N. Dobys Bridge Road (Next Level Kidz)
• Approval of minutes from August 16 and October 18, 2022 meetings

The Commission approved a commercial appearance review for a new deck at 1462 N. Dobys Bridge Road. It also recommended approval for the annexation of 0.776 acres on Tom Hall Street into the Highway Commercial District.

• Approved minutes from August 16, 2022, and October 18, 2022 (4-0)
• Approved commercial appearance review for 10’ x 30’ wood deck at 1462 N. Dobys Bridge Road (4-0)
• Recommended approval of annexation request for 0.776 acres of Tax Map Number 709-00-00-057 to HC, Highway Commercial District (4-0)

Town Council

The Fort Mill Town Council will hold a regular meeting on November 14, 2022, with several action items. They will consider first reading of an ordinance to adopt updated building codes, a resolution to accept streets in the Oakland Pointe subdivision, a sewer easement for York County Utilities, a public hearing and first reading for annexing about 40 acres near JW Wilson Road and Canyon Trail, and a contract for renovating the Walter Y. Elisha Park playground. The meeting also includes presentations, public comment, and an executive session for legal and personnel matters.

• First reading: ordinance adopting updated building codes (International Building, Residential, Fire, etc.)
• Resolution to accept streets in Oakland Pointe subdivision (Pine Trails Lane, Ashton Oak Court, Garrett Green Way, Pecan Tree Lane)
• Public hearing and first reading: annexation of ~40.16 acres at JW Wilson Road and 537 Canyon Trail
• Consideration to grant sewer easement for York County Utilities
• Consideration to award contract for renovation of Walter Y. Elisha Park playground

Town Council denied a request to annex 40.16 acres for a proposed 80-unit subdivision. The Council approved a contract for playground renovations at Walter Y. Elisha Park and granted a sewer easement to York County Utilities.

• Approved $415,092.24 contract to Cunningham Recreation/Game Time for Walter Y. Elisha Park playground renovation (5-2)
• Denied annexation of ~40.16 acres at JW Wilson Road and 537 Canyon Trail (7-0)
• Approved grant of sewer easement to York County Utilities for $89,405 (7-0)
• Approved first reading of ordinance to adopt updated building and technical codes (7-0)
• Approved resolution for street acceptance for Oakland Pointe subdivision (7-0)
• Approved minutes of the October 24, 2022, meeting (7-0)

Historic Review Board

The Fort Mill Historic Review Board will consider a request from Kuester Commercial to modify a previously approved Certificate of Appropriateness for 219-221 Main Street. The modification would allow paint to remain on the demising wall between the two buildings, which was originally required to stay unpainted. The board will also review and approve the minutes from the October 11th meeting.

• Request to modify COA for 219-221 Main Street to retain paint on demising wall
• Original COA (Sept 2021) required demising wall brick to remain unpainted
• Property in Local Commercial (LC) zoning and Historic Preservation District
• Board will also approve minutes from October 11, 2022 meeting

The board reviewed a request from Kuester Real Estate to modify a Certificate of Appropriateness after a demising wall was painted and covered with a roof membrane contrary to previous approvals. The board deferred a decision pending written documentation on the feasibility and risks of removing the materials.

• Approved October 11, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Required Kuester Real Estate to provide written documentation from roofing and paint contractors on removal methods and potential brick damage (4-0)

Stormwater Advisory Committee

The Fort Mill Stormwater Advisory Committee will meet to approve July 2022 minutes, introduce new members, and receive updates on stormwater plan review, education/outreach, and infrastructure grants. The committee will also set priorities for the next quarter.

• Approval of July 26, 2022 meeting minutes
• Stormwater Plan Review update by Paul Silva
• Education & Outreach update by Mina McLean MacDonald
• Stormwater Infrastructure Grant update by LeeAnn Clark
• Setting next quarter committee priorities

Town Council

The Fort Mill Town Council will hold second readings on two ordinances: one amending mobile food vendor requirements and another adjusting communications tower setbacks. The council will also consider accepting streets in the Carolina Orchards subdivision into the town's maintenance system and discuss municipal infrastructure.

• Second reading: ordinance amending mobile food vendor requirements (Section 4.4)
• Second reading: ordinance amending communications tower setback requirements
• Resolution to accept Carolina Orchards subdivision streets (Villages A-M) into town maintenance
• Report from Ad Hoc Appointments Committee
• Discussion of municipal infrastructure

The council unanimously approved second readings of ordinances updating mobile food vendor rules and communications tower setbacks. It also accepted streets in the Carolina Orchards subdivision into the town maintenance system and approved committee appointments. No public comments were made.

• Approved second reading of mobile food vendor ordinance (6-0)
• Approved second reading of communications tower setback ordinance (6-0)
• Approved resolution accepting Carolina Orchards subdivision streets into town maintenance system (6-0)
• Approved appointments recommended by Ad Hoc Appointments Committee (6-0)

Ad Hoc Appointments Advisory Committee

The Ad Hoc Appointments Committee will meet to approve prior minutes, review existing board and commission vacancies (specifically the Stormwater Advisory Committee), select applicants, and possibly schedule interviews. The meeting is focused on filling vacancies, with no other major decisions on the agenda.

• Approval of March 28, 2022 meeting minutes
• Review of Stormwater Advisory Committee vacancies
• Review and selection of applicants
• Possible scheduling of applicant interviews

Planning Commission

The Fort Mill Planning Commission is considering two items: a request to annex about 40.16 acres at JW Wilson Road and 537 Canyon Trail for an 80-unit single-family subdivision, and a final plat amendment to create a parcel for a town sewer pump station in Pecan Ridge Phase II. The commission will make recommendations on both items.

• Annexation of York County Tax Map Numbers 7040000002 and 7050000012 (±40.16 acres) with proposed R-10 zoning for 80 single-family units
• Final plat amendment for Pecan Ridge Phase II, Map 1 to add a ±0.155-acre parcel for the Town of Fort Mill Pump Station
• Traffic impact analysis required off-site transportation improvements to be built by the developer
• Proposed R-10 zoning does not meet the intent of the Town's 2040 Comprehensive Plan low-density residential designation
• York County Impact Fee will apply to the 80 residential units

Historic Review Board

The Fort Mill Historic Review Board will consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for 217 Main Street, proposing a new projecting sign, exterior color change, new awning, and masonry repair. The board will also review a state evaluation of the town's Certified Local Government status. The meeting includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for 217 Main Street: projecting sign, paint colors Naval and Fleur de Sel, black awning, masonry repair
• Review of SCSHPO Certified Local Government evaluation for FY 2016-17 to FY 2020-21
• Approval of minutes from September 13, 2022 meeting

The Fort Mill Historic Review Board approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for a new restaurant at 217 Main Street, a building in the historic district and on the National Register of Historic Places. The approval includes a new projecting sign, awning, exterior paint colors, and minor masonry repairs. The board voted 5-0, with the condition that exterior doors be painted "Heirloom Red."

• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for 217 Main St (5-0)
• Approved new projecting sign, awning, and exterior paint colors
• Approved minor masonry repairs on rear elevation
• Required exterior doors painted 'Heirloom Red'
• Approved September 13, 2022 minutes with correction (5-0)

Town Council

The Fort Mill Town Council is meeting to conduct routine business, including approving minutes, hearing public comments, and receiving presentations. The main items are first readings of two ordinances: one amending mobile food vendor requirements and another changing communications tower setback requirements. Council will also receive progress reports on park projects and may enter executive session for legal advice.

• First reading: ordinance amending mobile food vendor requirements (Section 4.4)
• First reading: ordinance amending communications tower setback requirements
• Progress report on Doby Bridge Park Home Demolitions
• Progress report on Tennis/Pickleball Facility Project
• Proclamation for Community Planning Month

The council approved first readings of two ordinances: one amending mobile food vendor requirements and another updating communications tower setback rules. Both passed 7-0. A presentation highlighted the grand opening of Banks Athletic Park, and staff reported that demolition of homes at Doby Bridge Park is complete with grass seeding underway. The council also entered and exited executive session for legal advice without taking action.

• Approved first reading of mobile food vendor ordinance (7-0)
• Approved first reading of communications tower setback ordinance (7-0)
• Approved minutes of September 27, 2022 meeting (7-0)
• Moved into executive session for legal advice (7-0)
• Returned from executive session; no vote taken

Town Council

The Fort Mill Town Council will hold second readings on ordinances adopting the FY2023 budget and setting the tax millage, which are the main decisions at this meeting. They will also consider allocations of Accommodation Tax Grant Funds and a resolution amending parks and recreation use policies. A discussion item covers an ARPA-funded grant opportunity from the South Carolina Office of Resilience.

• Second reading: ordinance adopting FY2023 budget (Oct 1, 2022–Sep 30, 2023)
• Second reading: ordinance setting tax millage for tax year ending Dec 31, 2022
• Consideration of Accommodation Tax Grant Fund allocations
• Resolution amending general use policies for parks and recreation facilities
• Discussion: SC Office of Resilience ARPA-funded grant opportunity

The Fort Mill Town Council approved the fiscal year 2023 budget on second reading by a 6-1 vote, with Councilwoman Cook opposed. The council also unanimously approved a 4-mill tax increase, which will raise taxes on an average $400,000 home by $64 annually (or $56 with the Homestead Exemption). Additionally, the council approved accommodation tax grants and amended park use policies.

• Approved second reading of the FY2023 budget ordinance, 6-1 (Cook opposed)
• Approved second reading of the tax millage ordinance (4-mill increase), 7-0
• Approved Accommodation Tax Grant Fund allocations as recommended by the committee, 7-0
• Approved amended park and recreation general use policies with three specified modifications, 7-0
• Approved minutes of the September 19, 2022 meeting, 7-0

Accommodations Tax Advisory Committee

The Fort Mill Accommodations Tax Advisory Committee is meeting to select a committee chair and make recommendations on grant applications from four local organizations. The committee's recommendations will guide how accommodations tax funds are distributed.

• Review grant applications from South Carolina Strawberry Festival, Anne Springs Close Greenway, Fort Mill History Museum, and Fort Mill Economic Partners
• Committee chair selection
• Overview of accommodations tax grants

Town Council

The Fort Mill Town Council is meeting to approve minutes, hear public comment, and recognize an Employee of the Quarter. The main business is two public hearings and first readings of ordinances to adopt the FY2022-2023 budget and set the tax millage for the same period. No old business or information/discussion items are on the agenda.

• Public hearing and first reading: ordinance to adopt FY2022-2023 budget (Oct 1, 2022 - Sep 30, 2023)
• Public hearing and first reading: ordinance to set tax millage for tax year ending Dec 31, 2022
• Employee of the Quarter recognition for Davy Broom
• Public comment period (3 minutes per speaker, sign-in required)

The council held a public hearing and approved first reading of the FY2023 budget ordinance on a 5-1 vote, with Councilwoman Cook opposed. It also held a public hearing and unanimously approved first reading of an ordinance setting the tax millage for 2022. No public speakers appeared at either hearing.

• Approved first reading of the FY2023 budget ordinance (5-1, Cook opposed)
• Approved first reading of the tax millage ordinance for 2022 (6-0)

Town Council

The Zoning & UDO Committee will meet to review existing zoning and subdivision regulations and discuss potential future text amendments. The meeting is informational and discussion-focused, with no votes or decisions listed on the agenda.

• Review of existing zoning and subdivision regulations
• Discussion of future text amendments

Historic Review Board

The Fort Mill Historic Review Board will consider two Certificate of Appropriateness requests for businesses in the downtown historic district. One request is for a wall sign, window signage, and door color change at 231/233 Main Street (You, Me, & The Dog), which was deferred from the August meeting for revisions. The other is for a projecting sign at 118 Main Street (1% Lists). The board will also approve minutes from the August 9th meeting.

• COA request for wall sign, window signage, and door color change at 231/233 Main Street (You, Me, & The Dog)
• COA request for projecting sign at 118 Main Street (1% Lists)
• Deferred item from August 9th: applicant must submit revised drawings and match branding fonts
• Staff recommends approval with conditions: door color 'Destiny' and matching branding
• Approval of minutes from August 9th, 2022 HRB meeting

The Fort Mill Historic Review Board approved two Certificates of Appropriateness (COAs) at its September 13, 2022 meeting. The first was a revised COA for a property at 229 Main Street, allowing a new color scheme and signage with a condition on door colors. The second was a COA for a new projecting sign at 118 Main Street. Both approvals were unanimous (4-0).

• Approved revised COA for 229 Main Street with condition that exterior door color be either 'Retreat' or 'Destiny' (4-0)
• Approved COA for projecting sign at 118 Main Street (4-0)
• Approved minutes from August 9, 2022 meeting (4-0)

Town Council

The Fort Mill Town Council is holding a special called meeting with a single agenda item: discussion of the FY 2022-23 budget. No votes or decisions are listed; the item is for information and discussion only.

• Discussion of FY 2022-23 Budget

Town Council

The Fort Mill Town Council will hold a regular meeting with a second reading of an ordinance setting standards for small wireless facilities, a proposal to adjust off-duty police service fees, and a discussion of the FY 2022-23 budget. The agenda also includes a presentation of the 2020 audit and public comment.

• Second reading: ordinance establishing standards for small wireless facilities
• Consideration of adjusting off-duty fee for police services
• Discussion of FY 2022-23 Budget
• Presentation of 2020 Audit by Greene Finney Cauley, LLP

The council approved on second reading an ordinance setting standards for small wireless facilities in town. It also voted unanimously to increase off-duty police officer pay from $32 to $50 per hour and supervisor pay to $60 per hour. The minutes record no other substantive decisions; a budget discussion was held but no action taken.

• Approved second reading of ordinance for small wireless facility standards (6-0)
• Approved off-duty police pay increase to $50/hr for officers, $60/hr for supervisors (6-0)

Town Council

The Fort Mill Town Council is holding a budget meeting to discuss the FY 2022-2023 budget. The agenda contains only this single discussion item, with no votes or decisions listed.

• Discussion of FY 2022-2023 Budget

Planning Commission

The Fort Mill Planning Commission will consider a commercial appearance review request from Love's Travel Stop for a 3,706-square-foot addition to its tire shop at 135 Sutton Ridge Lane. The commission will also hold a discussion on continuing education classes. Staff recommends approval of the Love's request with conditions allowing minor adjustments.

• Commercial appearance review for Love's Travel Stop 3,706 SF addition at 135 Sutton Ridge Lane
• Staff recommends approval with conditions for minor site plan adjustments
• Discussion on continuing education class for commissioners

The Fort Mill Planning Commission approved a commercial appearance review for Love's Travel Stop's tire shop at 135 Sutton Ridge Lane, allowing staff to approve minor modifications and requiring the old siding to be upgraded to match the new. The motion passed 6-1. The commission also approved the July 19, 2022 meeting minutes 7-0 and discussed an upcoming continuing education class.

• Approved Love's Travel Stop commercial appearance review with conditions (6-1)
• Approved July 19, 2022 meeting minutes (7-0)

Historic Review Board

The Fort Mill Historic Review Board will consider two Certificate of Appropriateness requests for new signage in the town's historic district. The first is for a wall sign at 231/233 Main Street, and the second is for a ground sign at 134 N. White Street. The board will also review the Fort Mill Historic District Signage Guidelines and approve minutes from the June 14th meeting.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for wall sign at 231/233 Main Street (applicant: Shanon Little, You, Me & The Dog)
• Certificate of Appropriateness for ground sign at 134 N. White Street (applicant: Kathy R. Hayworth, Sign Systems, Inc.)
• Review of Fort Mill Historic District Signage Guidelines
• Approval of minutes from June 14, 2022 meeting

The Fort Mill Historic Review Board approved a certificate of appropriateness for a ground sign at 134 North White Street for Fort Mill Pharmacy, and deferred a request for signage and paint changes at 231 Main Street for 'You, Me, & the Dog' until the next meeting with conditions.

• Approved COA for ground sign at 134 N. White St. (6-0)
• Deferred COA for 231 Main St. signage and paint changes (6-0)

Town Council

The Fort Mill Town Council will hold public hearings and first readings on three ordinances: creating a Town Gateway Overlay District, setting standards for small wireless facilities, and amending mobile food vendor requirements. The council will also consider granting a sewer easement to York County Utilities. The meeting includes a proclamation for the Fort Mill High School softball team and a presentation on a storm drain art project.

• Public hearing and first reading: ordinance to add TGOD Town Gateway Overlay District
• Public hearing and first reading: ordinance to establish standards for small wireless facilities
• Public hearing and first reading: ordinance to amend mobile food vendor requirements
• Consideration to grant sewer easement for York County Utilities
• Proclamation for Fort Mill High School Softball Team State Champions

The Fort Mill Town Council approved an ordinance establishing standards for small wireless facilities, passed 6-0. Two zoning-related items were deferred: the proposed TGOD Town Gateway Overlay District and the mobile food vendor ordinance amendment, both sent back to committees for further review. The council also accepted a sewer easement agreement with York County for $117,161.

• Approved small wireless facilities ordinance (6-0)
• Deferred TGOD Town Gateway Overlay District to Zoning Committee (6-0)
• Deferred mobile food vendor ordinance amendment to Zoning Committee (6-0)
• Accepted sewer easement agreement with York County for $117,161 (6-0)
• Approved minutes of July 25, 2022 meeting (6-0)

Stormwater Advisory Committee

The committee will introduce members, review the Stormwater Advisory Committee Ordinance, and elect a Chair and Vice-chair. Members will also discuss department priorities and schedule future meetings.

• Election of Committee Chair and Vice-chair
• Review of Stormwater Advisory Committee Ordinance Section
• Discussion of committee priorities

The Stormwater Advisory Committee held an introductory meeting with three members present, establishing a quorum. No substantive decisions were made; the committee reviewed the SWAC ordinance, discussed department operations, and set future quarterly meeting dates. Chair and Vice-Chair elections were deferred until the committee is fully appointed.

• Set quarterly meetings for first Tuesday of quarter (unanimous)
• Scheduled meetings: Oct 4, Jan 10 2023, Apr 4 2023, Jul 11 2023
• Deferred Chair/Vice-Chair election until committee fully appointed

Town Council

The Fort Mill Town Council will hold a second reading on annexing a 0.063-acre parcel at Banks Road and Wolfpack Trail, and on amending development impact fee discount rates. The council will also receive an update on the Long Range Facilities Plan and may enter executive session for legal advice.

• Second reading: annexation of York County Tax Map 706-00-00-009 (0.063 acres) at Banks Road and Wolfpack Trail, zoned HC
• Second reading: ordinance revising Development Impact Fee discount rates
• Swearing in of new part-time Associate Municipal Judge Roberta Whitner
• Update on Long Range Facilities Plan by Ryan Doherty of Progressive AE
• Executive session on legal advice regarding potential claims

The Fort Mill Town Council approved two ordinances on second reading: annexing a 0.063-acre parcel at Banks Road and Wolfpack Trail, and revising development impact fee discount rates. Both passed 6-0. The council also swore in a new associate municipal judge and held an executive session with no action taken.

• Approved second reading of ordinance annexing Tax Map 706-00-009 at Banks Road and Wolfpack Trail (6-0)
• Approved second reading of ordinance revising Development Impact Fee discount rates (6-0)
• Swore in Roberta Whitner as Associate Municipal Judge
• Held executive session for legal advice; no votes or actions taken

Planning Commission

The Fort Mill Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider three zoning text amendments: one updating mobile food vendor regulations, one creating a new Town Gateway Overlay District, and one establishing standards for small wireless facilities. The commission will also review a commercial appearance application for The Vault at Fort Mill, a project along Fort Mill Parkway. The agenda includes approval of the June 21, 2022 minutes.

• Text amendment to revise mobile food vendor requirements, clarifying where food trucks can operate and approval processes
• Text amendment to create a new Town Gateway Overlay District (TGOD) zoning district
• Text amendment to establish standards for placement of small wireless facilities
• Commercial appearance review for The Vault at Fort Mill, located along Fort Mill Parkway

The Fort Mill Planning Commission approved commercial appearance review for The Vault at Fort Mill self-storage facility, with a condition allowing staff to approve minor modifications. The commission also recommended approval of three zoning text amendments to Town Council: mobile food vendors, a Town Gateway Overlay District, and small wireless facilities. All votes were recorded as 5-0 except the appearance review, which passed 4-1.

• Approved commercial appearance review for The Vault at Fort Mill (4-1)
• Recommended approval of mobile food vendor text amendment (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Town Gateway Overlay District text amendment (5-0)
• Recommended approval of small wireless facilities text amendment (5-0)
• Approved June 21, 2022 meeting minutes with edits (5-0)

Town Council

The Fort Mill Town Council will hold a public hearing and first reading on annexing a 0.063-acre parcel at Banks Road and Wolfpack Trail, plus consider accepting Oakland Pointe subdivision streets, amending impact fee discount rates, and adopting removal of the COVID-19 sick leave policy. They will also discuss the Trail Master Plan update.

• Public hearing and first reading: annexation of Tax Map 706-00-00-009 (0.063 acres) at Banks Road and Wolfpack Trail, zoning to HC
• Resolution to accept Oakland Pointe subdivision streets into town maintenance
• First reading: ordinance amending development impact fee discount rates
• Resolution to adopt removal of 2021 COVID-19 Sick Leave Plan Temporary Policy
• Trail Master Plan update discussion

The Fort Mill Town Council approved an ordinance to reduce development impact fee discounts from 51% and 56% back to 10% for Fire Protection and Municipal Facilities and Equipment, effective 30 days after approval. The council also approved the annexation of a small parcel at Banks Road and Wolfpack Trail, deferred a resolution to accept Oakland Pointe subdivision streets, and adopted the removal of the COVID-19 sick leave policy. All votes were 6-0.

• Approved ordinance revising development impact fee discount rates to 10% in each category (6-0)
• Approved annexation of York County Map Number 706-00-00-009 at Banks Road and Wolfpack Trail (6-0)
• Deferred resolution to accept Oakland Pointe subdivision streets until documentation is available (6-0)
• Adopted resolution removing the 2021 COVID-19 Sick Leave Plan Temporary Policy (6-0)
• Approved minutes of June 27, 2022 meeting (6-0)

Town Council

The Fort Mill Town Council will hold second readings on three ordinances, including annexing a 1.107-acre parcel for Encompass Health and amending the Pleasant/Vista MXU plan. They will also discuss a YMCA shower renovation and receive a capital projects update. The meeting includes executive session items on personnel and legal matters.

• Second reading: annexation of ±1.107 acres at Pleasant Road and Vista Road (Tax Map 653-00-00-002) for Encompass Health signage and detention pond
• Second reading: amendment to Pleasant/Vista MXU Concept Plan to add the annexed parcel
• Second reading: ordinance updating Stormwater Advisory Committee regulations
• New business: YMCA shower renovation project
• Executive session: discussion on part-time municipal judge and legal advice on potential claims

The Fort Mill Town Council approved a $54,496 contract with The Phoenix Group for the YMCA shower renovation project, with a 5-1 vote. Council also approved three ordinances on second reading: annexing 1.107 acres on Pleasant Road, amending the Pleasant/Vista MXU plan to include that parcel, and updating Stormwater Advisory Committee regulations. No action was taken during executive session, but council accepted a recommendation for a part-time municipal judge.

• Approved $54,496 contract with The Phoenix Group for YMCA shower renovation (5-1)
• Approved annexation of 1.107 acres east of Pleasant Road right-of-way (6-0)
• Approved amendment to Pleasant/Vista MXU plan to add annexed parcel (6-0)
• Approved ordinance updating Stormwater Advisory Committee regulations (6-0)
• Accepted recommendation for part-time municipal judge (6-0)

Planning Commission

The Fort Mill Planning Commission will consider three new business items: an annexation request for two parcels on Banks Road, a commercial appearance review for The Vault at Fort Mill, and a subdivision final plat for three lots on Ballard Court. The commission will also discuss a subdivision name change from Vista South to Meadows at Wilson Farm.

• Annexation of York County Tax Map Numbers 706-00-00-009 and 706-00-00-008 on Banks Road (±0.17 acre) with proposed HC Highway Commercial zoning
• Commercial appearance review for The Vault at Fort Mill, a proposed project at the corner of Fort Mill Parkway and Spratt Street (12.42 acres)
• Subdivision final plat review to create three lots on Ballard Court
• Discussion of subdivision name change from Vista South to Meadows at Wilson Farm

The Fort Mill Planning Commission approved a 0.17-acre annexation for GSG Holdings LLC, recommended for Highway Commercial zoning, and approved a final subdivision plat for three lots on Ballard Court. The commission deferred the commercial appearance review for The Vault at Fort Mill to allow the applicant to revise building materials and renderings. All votes were 6-0.

• Approved annexation of two parcels on Banks Road for GSG Holdings LLC (6-0)
• Approved final subdivision plat for three lots at 206 Ballard Court (6-0)
• Deferred commercial appearance review for The Vault at Fort Mill (6-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals is meeting to consider two variance requests from the zoning ordinance. The requests involve reducing setback requirements for accessory uses and nonresidential vehicular areas.

• Case #2022-423: Request to reduce side yard setback from 5' to 2.6' for a shed at 105 Still Ave.
• Case #2022-424: Request to reduce 5' side yard setback for accessory uses at 113 E. Elliott Street.
• Case #2022-424: Request to reduce 25' nonresidential vehicular areas requirement and 20' wide perimeter buffer at 113 E. Elliott Street.

Historic Review Board

The Historic Review Board reviewed several applications regarding property alterations in the historic district. The board approved a historical marker for 108 Tom Hall Street, wall signage for 240 Main Street, and preliminary Bailey Bill certification for 215 Main Street.

• Approval of historical marker at 108 Tom Hall Street
• Approval of aluminum wall signs at 240 Main Street
• Preliminary Bailey Bill certification for 215 Main Street involving an estimated $350,000.00 expenditure
• Approval of April 26th, 2022 meeting minutes

The Fort Mill Historic Review Board approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for a wall sign and projecting sign at 215 Main Street, submitted by Joseph Brennand of Seaboard Signs on behalf of 215 N. Main St, LLC. The board also approved the April 26, 2022 minutes by a 7-0 vote. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved wall sign and projecting sign at 215 Main Street (7-0)
• Approved April 26, 2022 meeting minutes (7-0)

Town Council

The Town Council will review two annexation requests and a contract for the new tennis facility project. The meeting also includes discussions on American Rescue Plan funding and resolutions for several community events.

• Second reading of ordinance to annex 1.03 acres (Tax Map 737-00-00-074)
• Contract award consideration for the Town of Fort Mill Tennis Facility Project
• First reading of ordinance to annex 1.107 acres (Tax Map 653-00-00-002)
• Amendment to Pleasant/Vista MXU Project development conditions
• Consideration of American Rescue Plan funding use

Council approved $2,000 after-tax premium pay for all town employees using American Rescue Plan funds, with General Fund covering those ineligible. They also approved the tennis facility contract with pickleball courts, annexed two parcels, and approved event resolutions. All votes were 6-0 except the tennis contract, which passed 5-1.

• Approved $2,000 after-tax bonus for all employees using ARP funds (6-0)
• Awarded tennis facility contract to Southern Builders, including pickleball courts (5-1)
• Annexed 1.03 acres (Tax Map 737-00-00-074) (6-0)
• Approved first reading of annexation for 1.107 acres (Tax Map 653-00-00-002) (6-0)
• Amended Pleasant/Vista MXU plan to include annexed parcel (6-0)
• Updated Stormwater Advisory Committee regulations (6-0)
• Approved resolutions for Tribute Fest, Independence Day, Beach Bash, Pups in the Park, Fall Festival, Weekends on Main (all 6-0)

Town Council

The Town Council is reviewing a contract award for the new Tennis Facility Project and resolutions to add Massey - Phase 1 streets to the town maintenance system. The agenda also includes a request for a facade improvement grant and a resolution for Jazz Night in the Park.

• Contract award consideration for Town of Fort Mill Tennis Facility Project
• Resolutions to accept Massey - Phase 1 (Maps 2 & 9) and (Maps 3-8) streets into the street maintenance system
• Façade improvement grant request for 219 and 221 Main Street
• Resolution designating Walter Elisha Park as a site for Jazz Night in the Park on June 4, 2020
• Second reading and public hearing for annexing approximately 1.03 acres of York County Tax Map 737-00-00-074

The Fort Mill Town Council approved two resolutions accepting streets in the Massey Phase 1 subdivision into the town's street maintenance system, with one councilman opposed. A facade improvement grant for 219 and 221 Main Street was approved, and a resolution designating Walter Elisha Park for Jazz Night in the Park was passed. Two items were deferred to the June 13 meeting, and no action was taken in executive session.

• Approved resolution accepting Massey Phase 1 (Maps 2 & 9) streets into town maintenance (6-1)
• Approved resolution accepting Massey Phase 1 (Maps 3-8) streets into town maintenance (6-1)
• Approved facade improvement grant for 219 and 221 Main Street (7-0)
• Approved resolution designating Walter Elisha Park for Jazz Night in the Park with alcohol permit (7-0)
• Deferred annexation ordinance to June 13, 2022 (7-0)
• Deferred tennis facility construction contract to June 13, 2022 (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Fort Mill Planning Commission will consider three new business items: a commercial appearance review for an outdoor patio at Poppyseed Kitchen, and two annexation requests from Encompass Health to bring about 1.107 acres into the town and amend the Pleasant/Vista MXU project. The agenda also includes approval of the April 19, 2022, minutes.

• Commercial appearance review for Poppyseed Kitchen outdoor patio at 485 Tom Hall Street, Suite 103
• Annexation of ±1.107 acres of York County Tax Map 653-00-00-002 east of Pleasant Road
• Amendment to Pleasant/Vista MXU Concept Plan to add the annexed portion to the project
• Approval of minutes from April 19, 2022, meeting

The Fort Mill Planning Commission approved three items: a conditional commercial appearance review for an outdoor patio at Poppyseed Kitchen (485 Tom Hall Street, Suite 103), a recommendation to annex a 1.107-acre parcel for Encompass Health with MXU, Pleasant/Vista zoning, and a recommendation to amend the Pleasant/Vista MXU concept plan to include that parcel. All votes were 7-0.

• Approved Poppyseed Kitchen outdoor patio with conditions (7-0)
• Approved annexation recommendation for Encompass Health parcel (7-0)
• Approved amendment to Pleasant/Vista MXU concept plan (7-0)

Historic Review Board

The Historic Review Board is reviewing a request for a Certificate of Appropriateness to install a wall sign and a projecting sign at 215 Main Street. The application was submitted by Joe Brennard of Seaboard Signs for the property owned by 215 N Main St, LLC.

• Request for one wall sign (approximately 3.1 square feet) at 215 Main Street
• Request for one projecting sign (5.58 square feet, extending three feet from the façade)
• Staff recommendation for approval with a stipulation that the projecting sign bottom be at least eight feet above the sidewalk

Town Council

The Town Council is reviewing a first reading for an ordinance to annex approximately 1.03 acres of York County property into the town. The annexed land, part of Tax Map 737-00-00-074, is currently used as a septic field for an adjacent commercial center.

• First reading of annexation ordinance for ± 1.03 acres (Tax Map 737-00-00-074)
• Approval of Long-Range Facilities Plan
• Town Christmas Tree purchase
• Amendment to fund Municipal Court Attorney for 2022-23 FY
• Review of Fort Mill Hometown Recognition and SC Strawberry Festival presentations

The Fort Mill Town Council approved the Long-Range Facilities Plan with Leitner Construction and Progressive AE for a total of $146,200, covering eight facilities plus three alternates. Council also approved first reading of an annexation of about 1.03 acres on SC Hwy 160 E, and approved an amendment to fund a municipal court attorney for 2022-23. All votes were unanimous 7-0.

• Approved Long-Range Facilities Plan with Leitner Construction/Progressive AE, $146,200 (7-0)
• Approved first reading of annexation of York County Tax Map 737-00-00-074, ~1.03 acres (7-0)
• Approved amendment to fund Municipal Court Attorney for 2022-23 (7-0)
• Approved minutes of April 22 and April 25 meetings (7-0)

Town Council

The Fort Mill Safety Committee will meet to discuss and prioritize safety issues and concerns for the year 2022. No specific items or projects are listed for decision on this agenda.

• Discussion and prioritization of 2022 safety issues/concerns

Historic Review Board

The Fort Mill Historic Review Board is meeting to consider three Certificate of Appropriateness requests for signage and a historic marker within the town's Historic Preservation District. The board will also approve minutes from its February 8th meeting. Decisions will affect properties on Tom Hall Street, Main Street, and 215 Main Street.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for a historic marker at 108 Tom Hall Street, proposed by B. Bayles Mack
• Certificate of Appropriateness for wall signage at 240 Main Street, proposed by Darren R. Vanderhall with Signarama-Pineville
• Certificate of Appropriateness for wall signage at 215 Main Street, proposed by 215 N. Main St., LLC
• Approval of minutes from the February 8, 2022 HRB meeting

The Fort Mill Historic Review Board approved all three items on the agenda: a Certificate of Appropriateness for a historical marker at 108 Tom Hall Street, a Certificate of Appropriateness for wall signage at 240 Main Street, and preliminary Bailey Bill certification for the property at 215 Main Street. All votes were 4-0.

• Approved COA for historical marker at 108 Tom Hall Street (4-0)
• Approved COA for wall signage at 240 Main Street (4-0)
• Approved preliminary Bailey Bill certification for 215 Main Street (4-0)

Town Council

The Fort Mill Town Council will hold second readings on three ordinances to extend the sunset provisions for the Crossroads development, allowing the developer 480 days instead of 240 to take title to properties. The council will also consider a resolution on American Rescue Plan lost revenue allowance, discuss a car wash ban in the Tom Hall Street Corridor District, and review a long-range facilities plan.

• Second reading: extend rezoning effective date for Tax Map 020-17-01-064 and 020-17-01-065 to 480 days
• Second reading: extend development agreement with Crossroads Development Partners, LLC to 480 days
• Second reading: extend annexation effective date for 36.71 acres on Fort Mill Parkway and Haire Road to 480 days
• Resolution electing standard allowance for lost revenues under the American Rescue Plan
• Discussion: amend zoning to remove prohibition on car washes in Tom Hall Street Corridor District

The council approved three ordinances extending the effective dates for rezoning, a development agreement, and annexation, all related to properties on Fort Mill Parkway and Haire Road, by revising sunset provisions from 240 to 480 days. It also approved a resolution to claim up to $10 million in lost revenue under the American Rescue Plan. A motion to make no changes to the Tom Hall Overlay District car wash rules passed 4-3, and Becky Campbell was reappointed to the Board of Zoning Appeals.

• Approved ordinance changing rezoning effective date for Tax Map 020-17-01-064 and 065 from PND to MXU (7-0)
• Approved ordinance changing effective date for Development Agreement with Crossroads Development Partners (7-0)
• Approved ordinance changing effective date for annexation of ~36.71 acres on Fort Mill Parkway and Haire Road (7-0)
• Approved resolution electing standard allowance for lost revenues under American Rescue Plan (7-0)
• Approved motion to make no changes to Tom Hall Overlay District car wash rules (4-3)
• Reappointed Becky Campbell to Board of Zoning Appeals for three-year term (6-0, Hudgins recused)

Town Council

The Fort Mill Town Council is meeting for a regular session that consists almost entirely of an executive session to receive legal advice relating to a potential claim. The agenda notes that council may take action on the executive session item when returning to public session, but no other business items are listed. This is a procedural, closed-door agenda with no public decisions or discussions detailed.

• Executive session for receipt of legal advice relating to a potential claim

The Fort Mill Town Council met and immediately entered executive session to receive legal advice regarding a potential claim. No substantive decisions were made in public session; the only actions were motions to enter and exit executive session and to adjourn.

• Entered executive session for legal advice on potential claim (6-0)
• Exited executive session (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Town Council

The Fort Mill Town Council's Zoning & UDO Committee is meeting to review existing zoning and subdivision regulations and discuss potential future text amendments. This is an information and discussion session, with no formal votes or decisions listed on the agenda.

• Review of existing zoning and subdivision regulations
• Discussion of future text amendments to zoning rules

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing a request for a covered canopy over the outdoor patio at 200 N. Dobys Bridge Road. The agenda also includes road name approvals for two subdivisions and an annexation request near Highway 160 East.

• Commercial appearance review for a black aluminum and metal roof canopy at Wing King Cafe
• Road name approval for Archers Pointe subdivision
• Road name approval for Vista South Townes subdivision
• Annexation of approximately 1.18 acres northeast of 1482 Highway 160 East

Town Council

The Planning and Infrastructure Committee is meeting to discuss and review public works, facilities planning, and downtown corridor planning. No formal decisions are listed; the agenda consists of information and discussion items only.

• Public Works Review
• Facilities Review and Planning
• Downtown Corridor Planning

Town Council

The Fort Mill Town Council Finance Committee is meeting to discuss three financial topics: the impact fee review, the tax/millage rate review, and the budget process and goals. This is an information and discussion session, not a final decision-making meeting. No votes or formal actions are listed on the agenda.

• Impact Fee Review
• Tax / Millage Review
• Budget Process and Goals

Historic Review Board

The Historic Review Board is reviewing several applications for Certificates of Appropriateness. The agenda includes requests for a historical marker at 108 Tom Hall Street and wall signage at 240 Main Street and 215 Main Street.

• Historical marker request for 108 Tom Hall Street
• Wall signage request for 240 Main Street
• Preliminary Bailey Bill Certification request for 215 Main Street

Town Council

The Town Council will review an ordinance to amend sign regulations in the Corridor Overlay District. The meeting also includes first readings for ordinances regarding rezoning, annexation, and a development agreement with Crossroads Development Partners, LLC.

• Public hearing and second reading of ordinance to delete pole signage and amend temporary signage rules
• First reading of ordinance to change effective date for rezoning York County Tax Map Nos. 020-17-01-064 and 020-17-01-065 to Mixed-Use Development
• First reading of ordinance regarding development agreement with Crossroads Development Partners, LLC
• First reading of ordinance to change effective date for annexation of approximately 36.71 acres on Fort Mill Parkway
• Resolution designating sites for the South Carolina Strawberry Festival where alcohol may be consumed

The Fort Mill Town Council approved three first-reading ordinances extending the sunset provision for the Crossroads development from 240 to 480 days, covering rezoning, development agreement, and annexation. They also approved a second-reading ordinance deleting pole signage and amending temporary sign rules, plus a resolution for festival alcohol and special event permits. All votes were 4-0.

• Approved second reading of sign ordinance deleting pole signage and amending temporary sign rules (4-0)
• Approved resolution designating festival sites for alcohol consumption and special event permits (4-0)
• Approved first reading to extend Crossroads rezoning sunset to 480 days (4-0)
• Approved first reading to extend Crossroads development agreement sunset to 480 days (4-0)
• Approved first reading to extend Crossroads annexation sunset to 480 days (4-0)
• Reappointed Jody Stegall and Carolyn Blair to Board of Zoning Appeals (4-0)
• Reappointed Scott Couchenour, Jessica Scarlett, Megan Brinton and appointed Nikki Todaro to Historic Review Board (4-0)
• Appointed Jason Therrell, Dan Stout, and Mark Kerr to Planning Commission (4-0)

Town Council

The Town Council is reviewing a first reading of an ordinance to change sign regulations, including the removal of pole signage. The meeting also includes presentations on future town development and the impact of the Carolina Thread Trail.

• First reading of ordinance to amend zoning requirements for signs in the COD/COD-N Corridor Overlay District
• Presentation by Fort Mill Economic Partners regarding 50-year future projections
• Presentation on the impact of the Carolina Thread Trail through Fort Mill
• Discussion regarding potential negotiations with Crossroads Development Partners, LLC

The Fort Mill Town Council approved the first reading of an ordinance amending the zoning code to delete pole signage and revise temporary sign requirements, passing 5-0. Council also directed staff to research whether an existing car wash could expand under a grandfather clause in the Tom Hall Overlay District. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included presentations and an executive session with no votes taken.

• Approved first reading of sign ordinance deleting pole signage and amending temporary sign rules (5-0)
• Approved minutes from March 14, March 10, and March 21 meetings (5-0)
• Directed staff to research grandfather clause for expanding existing car wash in Tom Hall Overlay District
• Entered and exited executive session to discuss contract negotiations with Crossroads Development Partners, LLC (5-0); no action taken

Ad Hoc Appointments Advisory Committee

The Ad Hoc Appointments Advisory Committee is meeting to review current vacancies on town boards and commissions, select applicants, and possibly schedule interviews. The agenda includes approval of minutes from a prior meeting and discussion of vacancies on the Board of Zoning Appeals, Historic Review Board, and Planning Commission.

• Board of Zoning Appeals: 3 vacancies, 3 eligible for reappointment
• Historic Review Board: 4 vacancies, 3 eligible for reappointment
• Planning Commission: 3 vacancies, 2 eligible for reappointment
• Review and selection of applicants
• Schedule applicant interviews if necessary

Town Council

The Fort Mill Town Council is holding a planning workshop to discuss the town's strategic plan, council goals, manager goals, and reporting schedules. The agenda includes an executive session for legal advice regarding a potential claim, but no formal decisions are scheduled.

• Executive session for legal advice on a potential claim
• Discussion of Strategic Plan Needs and Development
• Discussion of Council Goals and Manager Goals
• Discussion of Reports for Communication and Documentation
• Discussion of Schedules and Measurements

The Fort Mill Town Council met for a planning workshop and held an executive session to receive legal advice. No formal decisions were made; the council reviewed strategic plan objectives and selected committee chairmen/chairwomen. The meeting adjourned without voting on any substantive items.

• Entered executive session for legal advice (7-0)
• Exited executive session (7-0)
• Selected committee chairmen/chairwomen (list attached as schedule B)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing a commercial appearance request for a new car wash. The project involves a 3,165 square foot building and a covered vacuum area on approximately 3.5 acres of vacant land.

• Commercial appearance review for Tidal Wave Auto Spa
• Proposed car wash at the corner of Springfield Parkway and Theydon Bend
• Site includes a 3,165 sq. ft. building with glass, stucco, and stone veneer

The Fort Mill Planning Commission approved commercial appearance review for a Tidal Wave Auto Spa car wash in the Rutledge MXU district, with conditions requiring staff review of building material samples and an enhanced landscaping plan, especially on the southern side. The motion passed 5-2, with Commissioners Lettang and Lucarelli opposing. The commission also approved the February 15, 2022 meeting minutes unanimously (7-0).

• Approved commercial appearance review for Tidal Wave Auto Spa car wash with conditions (5-2)
• Approved February 15, 2022 meeting minutes (7-0)

Town Council

The Fort Mill Town Council will hold a regular meeting on March 14, 2022, at 6:00 p.m. in Council Chambers. The agenda includes a proclamation for Procurement Month, a presentation from Fort Mill Economic Partners, and a resolution for Downtown Jams 2022. Council will also discuss a 2020 redistricting benchmark report, temporary signs, a trails master plan, and the Tom Hall Overlay. No old business or executive session items are listed.

• Resolution for Downtown Jams 2022
• Proclamation for Procurement Month 2022
• Discussion: 2020 Town Council Redistricting Benchmark Report
• Discussion: Temporary Signs
• Discussion: Trails Master Plan and Tom Hall Overlay

Town Council

The Town Council is conducting a planning workshop to discuss strategic plan development and goals for the Council and Manager. The session will also cover reports, schedules, and measurements.

• Strategic Plan Needs and Development discussion
• Council and Manager goal setting

The Fort Mill Town Council held a planning workshop and discussed strategic priorities under six topics: Financial Stewardship, Safety, Customer Service, Quality of Life, Employees, and Administration. Seven new committees were formed, each with at least three council members assigned, to address needs under these topics. No formal votes were taken on substantive policy decisions; the only action was a motion to adjourn, which passed 6-0.

• Formed 7 new committees with at least 3 council members each (6-0 to adjourn)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:30 p.m. (6-0)

Town Council

The Fort Mill Town Council will hold a second reading vote on an ordinance updating the Parks and Recreation fee schedule, including new hourly field rentals and tennis programs. The council will also consider a policy on unclaimed property and discuss the Tom Hall Corridor District, temporary signs, and a trail master plan. A presentation on 2022 Main Street Jams is scheduled.

• Second reading of ordinance amending Parks and Recreation fee schedule (Ordinance No. 2021-28)
• Consideration of policy on unclaimed property (Town released $15,180.71 in unclaimed checks)
• Discussion of Tom Hall Corridor District
• Discussion of temporary signs
• Discussion of Trail Master Plan

The Fort Mill Town Council approved a second reading ordinance updating the Parks and Recreation fee schedule, effective March 7, 2022, and adopted a policy for handling unclaimed property, releasing $15,180.71 in stale-dated checks. Council also approved the 2022 Main Street Jams dates. Three items—Tom Hall Corridor car wash regulations, temporary sign rules, and a trail master plan—were discussed but deferred due to three absent members.

• Approved minutes of Feb 14, 2022 meeting (4-0)
• Approved 2022 Main Street Jams dates (4-0)
• Approved ordinance amending Parks and Recreation fee schedule (4-0)
• Adopted Unclaimed Property policy (4-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold public hearings for two variance requests to reduce front yard setback requirements. The board will also elect a chairperson and vice chairperson for 2022.

• Case #2022-10: Request by G&C Roofing and Construction to reduce front yard setback from 35' to 27.9' at 408 Sidney Johnson St.
• Case #2022-11: Request by Diana Leis to reduce front yard setback from 35' to 24.77' for a porch at 706 Unity Street.
• Election of 2022 Chairperson and Vice Chairperson

Planning Commission

The Fort Mill Planning Commission will elect officers, approve prior minutes, and consider a request from ESP Associates on behalf of Dan Ryan Builders to approve 21 road names for the Brook Run subdivision, located between Highway 160 and Springfield Parkway. The commission will also discuss changing the time of its meetings. Staff recommends approval of the road names.

• Road name approval for Brook Run subdivision (21 names, e.g., Pink Rose Gardens, Purple Lilac Way, Red Poinsettia Street)
• Election of Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson
• Discussion of changing meeting time for all Planning Commission meetings
• Approval of December 21, 2021 meeting minutes

Town Council

The Town Council will review a proposal for four 'Main Street Jams' events involving alcohol sales and live music. The meeting also includes a presentation on the York County Utilities Steele Creek Force Main Replacement Plan.

• First reading of ordinance to update Parks and Recreation fee schedule
• Consideration to renew sponsorship of Fort Mill Economic Partners
• Presentation on Steele Creek Force Main Replacement Plan involving 30-inch pipe
• Resolution for public alcohol consumption and live music at Main Street Jams
• Executive session regarding negotiations for the Fort Mill Community Center

Historic Review Board

The Historic Review Board met to review requests for Certificates of Appropriateness and a Bailey Bill certification. The board approved sign installations at 105 Clebourne Street and exterior renovations at 314 N. White Street, as well as preliminary tax certification for the latter.

• Approval of two wall signs for Tip Top Market at 105 Clebourne Street
• Approval of exterior renovations for a restaurant project at 314 N. White Street
• Granting of preliminary Bailey Bill certification for 341 N. White Street
• Approval of exterior painting for 212 Main Street

The Fort Mill Historic Review Board approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for two wall signs at 105 Clebourne Street, submitted by Jason Michel of Tip Top Market. The approval requires the façade sign to be alumicore with a prominent border, while the northwestern elevation sign may use vinyl wrap and be enlarged to cover an existing patch. The vote was 5-0.

• Elected David Booth as vice chairman (5-0)
• Elected Louis Roman as chairman (4-0, Roman abstaining)
• Approved minutes from October 12, 2021 (5-0)
• Approved COA for signage at 105 Clebourne Street with conditions (5-0)

Town Council

The Fort Mill Town Council will hold a regular meeting with a swearing-in ceremony for newly appointed Council Member Ben Hudgins (Ward 3) and a presentation on the 2022 South Carolina Strawberry Festival. The council will also consider recommendations for filling two Planning Commission vacancies. No votes are scheduled on these items; the agenda is otherwise procedural.

• Swearing-in of Ben Hudgins as Ward 3 Council Member (4-year term to 2026)
• Presentation on 13th Annual SC Strawberry Festival (May 6-7, 2022, Walter Elisha Park)
• Planning Commission appointments for Seat 5 (term to 4/12/2022) and Seat 6 (term to 4/24/2023)

The Fort Mill Town Council approved the January 10 meeting minutes, re-elected Councilman Helms as Mayor Pro-Tem for a one-year term (5-1), and approved the Ad Hoc Appointments Committee's recommendations for two Planning Commission vacancies (6-0). Ben Hudgins was sworn in as Ward 3 Council Member for a term expiring January 2026. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved January 10, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Re-elected Councilman Helms as Mayor Pro-Tem for one-year term (5-1)
• Approved two Planning Commission appointments (6-0)
• Swore in Ben Hudgins as Ward 3 Council Member for 4-year term

Ad Hoc Appointments Advisory Committee

The Ad Hoc Appointments Advisory Committee will meet to discuss scheduled appointments with selected applicants and review interviewed applicants to select two candidates to recommend for the Town Council meeting on January 24, 2022. The agenda includes approval of minutes from the January 10 meeting.

• Review of interviewed applicants for selection of 2 candidates
• Recommendation for Council meeting on January 24, 2022
• Approval of minutes from January 10, 2022 meeting

Ad Hoc Appointments Advisory Committee

The Ad Hoc Appointments Advisory Committee will meet to discuss scheduled appointments with selected applicants and review interviewed applicants to select two candidates to recommend for the Town Council meeting on January 24, 2022. The agenda includes approval of minutes from the January 10 meeting.

• Review of interviewed applicants for selection of 2 candidates
• Recommendation for Council meeting on January 24, 2022
• Approval of minutes from January 10, 2022 meeting

Town Council

The Fort Mill Town Council will hold a regular meeting on January 10, 2022, with swearing-in ceremonies for three new council members and an associate municipal judge. The council will consider a new policy to restrict municipal parking lot rentals to town-sponsored events only, and an intergovernmental agreement with York County regarding inmate housing. They will also receive information on the York County C-Fund project and a presentation on the MLK Call to Service Day.

• Swearing-in of Council Members Allen Garrison (Ward 1), Ben Hudgins (Ward 3), and Chris Wolfe (At Large, Seat 1) for 4-year terms
• Swearing-in of Julia Soprano as Associate Municipal Judge for a 1-year term
• Consideration of event policy restricting municipal parking lot rentals to town-sponsored events
• Consideration of Intergovernmental Agreement with York County for housing of inmates
• Information on York County C-Fund Project

The Fort Mill Town Council approved a new intergovernmental agreement with York County for housing municipal court inmates at the county detention center, with the daily rate increasing from $42.88 to $73 per prisoner day, retroactive to July 1, 2021. The council also swore in three new council members and an associate municipal judge, and discussed but did not vote on a policy to restrict municipal parking lot rentals to town-sponsored events.

• Approved intergovernmental agreement with York County for inmate housing (6-0)
• Swore in Allen Garrison as Ward 1 council member (4-year term)
• Swore in Chris Wolfe as At Large Seat 1 council member (4-year term)
• Swore in Julia Soprano as Associate Municipal Judge (1-year term)
• Approved minutes of Dec 13 and Dec 21, 2021 meetings (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

Ad Hoc Appointments Advisory Committee

The Ad Hoc Appointments Advisory Committee is meeting to approve minutes from its January 4 session and to conduct scheduled interviews with applicants for town appointments. The meeting is procedural and focused on the interview process.

• Approval of January 4, 2022 meeting minutes
• Scheduled interviews with selected applicants

The Ad Hoc Appointments Committee met and approved the minutes from the January 4, 2022 meeting. Two applicants for the Planning Commission were interviewed in person. No formal appointments were made during this meeting.

• Approved minutes of January 4, 2022 meeting (2-0)
• Interviewed two applicants for Planning Commission vacancies

Ad Hoc Appointments Advisory Committee

The Ad Hoc Appointments Advisory Committee is reviewing applicants for the Planning Commission and will recommend appointments to the town council. The agenda lists 11 applicants with their addresses and eligibility status, noting that three do not meet the residency requirement and are not eligible. The committee's recommendations are at its discretion and the town council's.

• 11 applicants listed for Planning Commission, including Eric Wood, Jeffrey Terrell, Steven Goodrich, Lipi Pratt, Mike Coutts, James Roberts, Marie DeMartino, John Pouliot, David Lindh, Frances Dixon, Gordon Douglas
• Three applicants do not meet residency requirement and are not eligible for appointment
• Eligible applicants will be considered for appointment by the advisory committee and town council

The committee approved the April 1, 2021 meeting minutes (2-0) and reviewed vacancies on the Planning Commission, needing to fill two seats vacated by Chris Wolfe and Ben Hudgins. After reviewing applications, they narrowed the field to 5 candidates and scheduled interviews for January 10, 2022. No final appointments were made at this meeting.

• Approved April 1, 2021 meeting minutes (2-0)
• Narrowed Planning Commission applicants to 5 finalists
• Scheduled January 10, 2022 for applicant interviews