Fort Mill public meetings in 2024

Town Council

The meeting agenda is primarily procedural. The Council is scheduled to enter an executive session to discuss personnel matters.

• Executive Session Item #1: Discussion incident to personnel matters

The Fort Mill Town Council met on December 18, 2024, and took no substantive public decisions. The only actions were unanimous motions to enter and exit executive session to discuss personnel matters, followed by adjournment.

• Entered executive session for personnel discussion (7-0)
• Exited executive session (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will meet to approve minutes from the October 15, 2024, meeting and discuss the 2025 Boards and Commission Calendar. The agenda contains no new decisions or public hearings.

• Approval of October 15, 2024, meeting minutes
• Discussion of 2025 Boards and Commission Calendar

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Fort Mill Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to approve the minutes from its October 21, 2024 regular meeting and discuss the proposed schedule for board and commission meetings in 2025. No public hearings or variance cases are on the agenda.

• Approval of October 21, 2024 meeting minutes
• Discussion of 2025 meeting schedule for the Board of Zoning Appeals, Historic Review Board, and Planning Commission

The Fort Mill Board of Zoning Appeals met on December 16, 2024, and approved the minutes from its October 21, 2024 meeting by a 4-0 vote. The board also discussed its 2025 meeting calendar, scheduling meetings for the third Monday of each month except January, with a tentative January 23, 2025 date. No substantive zoning cases were heard or decided.

• Approved October 21, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Historic Review Board

The Fort Mill Historic Review Board will consider four Certificate of Appropriateness applications for signs and exterior changes in the Historic Preservation District. Items include a projecting sign at 219 Main Street, exterior improvements at 232 Main Street, signage at 100 Main Street, and improvements at Walter Elisha Park. The board will also discuss the 2025 boards and commissions calendar and proposed improvements at 205 N. White Street.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for projecting sign at 219 Main Street (Modulex)
• Certificate of Appropriateness for exterior improvements at 232 Main Street (Growing Main LLC)
• Certificate of Appropriateness for exterior signage at 100 Main Street (Better Homes and Gardens)
• Certificate of Appropriateness for improvements at Walter Elisha Park, 345 N. White Street (Town of Fort Mill)
• Discussion: Proposed town improvements at 205 N. White Street

The Historic Review Board approved certificates of appropriateness for a projecting sign at 219 Main Street, signage at 100 Main Street with conditions, and phase 2 improvements to Walter Y. Elisha Park. The board deferred action on the exterior upgrade at 232 Main Street, asking the applicant to revise the roof design and provide more details for the January 14, 2025 meeting.

• Approved COA for projecting sign at 219 Main St (6-0)
• Deferred COA for exterior upgrade at 232 Main St until Jan 14, 2025 (6-0)
• Approved COA for signage at 100 Main St with condition to remove window image by Jan 9 (6-0)
• Approved COA for Walter Y. Elisha Park phase 2 improvements (6-0)

Town Council

The Fort Mill Town Council approved first readings of budget amendments for $13.9 million in capital projects, including park improvements, a new fire station, and a public works operation center. A rezoning of 15.9 acres from industrial and residential to mixed-use was deferred to January 2025. The council also adopted a Keep Fort Mill Beautiful resolution and updated procurement code for construction contracting.

• Approved first reading of $13.9M budget amendment for multiple capital projects: Walter Elisha Park, YMCA facility, Community Center renovations, road paving, and park improvements
• Approved first reading of budget amendment for Public Works Operation Center construction
• Approved first reading of budget amendment for Fire Station #3 construction
• Deferred to January 2025 the rezoning of 15.9 acres (tax maps 020-06-01-051 through -058, -034) from GI and R-10 to MXU
• Approved resolution establishing Keep Fort Mill Beautiful program

The Fort Mill Town Council approved a $13.9 million budget amendment for fiscal year 2025 capital projects, but restricted spending on paving equipment and $1 million in road improvements until further council approval. The council also approved budget amendments for a $1.075 million fire SAFER grant, $9 million for Fire Station #3, and $25 million for a Public Works Operation Center, all by 7-0 votes. Additionally, they awarded a $407,861.50 parking lot contract to King Asphalt and authorized a $2.451 million pump station contract to Site Concepts.

• Approved $13.9M capital projects budget amendment with restrictions on paving equipment and $1M road improvements (4-3)
• Approved $1.075M Fire SAFER grant budget amendment (7-0)
• Approved $9M budget amendment for Fire Station #3 construction (7-0)
• Approved $25M budget amendment for Public Works Operation Center (7-0)
• Approved procurement code update adding construction manager at risk method (7-0)
• Approved resolution to study impact fees, including street impact fee (7-0)
• Awarded $407,861.50 parking lot contract to King Asphalt, Inc. (7-0)
• Authorized $2,451,000 Northern Pump Station contract to Site Concepts (7-0)

Stormwater Advisory Committee

The Stormwater Advisory Committee will hold a regular meeting to approve prior minutes, discuss a DES (DHEC) audit review, and receive updates on Keep Fort Mill Beautiful and the community garden. No votes on ordinances, budgets, or contracts are scheduled.

• DES (DHEC) audit review
• Keep Fort Mill Beautiful update
• Community garden update

Historic Review Board

The Fort Mill Historic Review Board will consider old business regarding a request to paint a brick wall at 100 Main Street. They will also receive information on a proposed mural at 105 Clebourne Street and review a Certificate of Appropriateness for a residential fence at 133 Academy Street. The board will vote on approving the minutes from the August 13, 2024 meeting.

• Consideration of painting on brick wall at 100 Main Street (Old Business)
• Proposed mural at 105 Clebourne Street by Fort Mill Economic Partners (Information Only)
• Certificate of Appropriateness request for residential fence at 133 Academy Street by Anthony & Sarah Ruffalo (New Business)
• Approval of minutes from August 13, 2024 Historic Review Board meeting

Town Council

The Fort Mill Town Council will hold a public hearing and first reading for a zoning map amendment changing 15.9 acres from industrial and residential to mixed-use development. Council will also consider first readings for budget amendments to fund a new Public Works Operation Center, construct Fire Station #3, and support multiple capital projects. A resolution for Keep Fort Mill Beautiful and an update to the Procurement Code are also on the agenda.

• Public hearing and first reading: zoning map amendment for 15.9 acres (parcels 020-06-01-051, etc.) to MXU district in Ward 2
• First reading: budget amendment for Public Works Operation Center
• First reading: budget amendment to construct Fire Station #3
• First reading: budget amendment for multiple capital projects fiscal year 2025
• First reading: ordinance amending Procurement Code for construction contracting methods

Town Council

The Town Council is meeting for a workshop consisting of a single executive session. The body will discuss proposed contractual matters related to the Comprehensive Plan.

• Executive session regarding Comprehensive Plan contractual matters

Town Council

The Town Council will hold a workshop to receive an update regarding the Capital Improvement Program (CIP). No other items are listed for decision or discussion.

• CIP Update

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Fort Mill Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to approve the minutes of the September 16, 2024 meeting and receive a training session conducted by Charlie Barrineau of the Municipal Association of South Carolina. No public hearings or variance requests are scheduled for this meeting.

• Approval of minutes from September 16, 2024 meeting
• Board of Zoning Appeals training by Charlie Barrineau

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review a rezoning request for the Williamson Mill Redevelopment and a sketch plan for the Williams Reserve neighborhood. The body will also consider road name approvals and a commercial appearance review for a flex building.

• Rezoning request for Williamson Mill Redevelopment to change GI and R-10 designations to MXU (Mixed-Use Development)
• Sketch plan review for Williams Reserve Planned Neighborhood District at Williams Road, Fort Mill Parkway, and N. Dobys Bridge Road
• Commercial appearance review for a new 7,500 square feet flex building by CWTR Inv., LLC
• Road name approval request for Catawba Ridge Market
• Approval of August 20, 2024 meeting minutes

Town Council

The Town Council will hold second-reading votes on annexing about 5.25 acres at the intersection of Fort Mill Parkway and Holbrook Road, and on amending the business license enforcement code. New business includes accepting a Fire SAFER grant, first readings of budget amendments for a new fire station (Station #3), the Public Works Operation Center, and multiple capital projects, plus resolutions for an infrastructure grant to rehabilitate the Link Street gravity sewer and for a special event permit allowing alcohol at Walter Elisha Park. The council may also go into executive session to discuss a proposed real property sale.

• Second reading: annexation of 5.25 acres at Fort Mill Parkway and Holbrook Road
• Second reading: amending business license ordinance for enforcement
• Acceptance of Fire SAFER grant (Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response)
• First reading: budget amendment to construct Fire Station #3
• Resolution to apply for S.C. Rural Infrastructure Authority grant to rehabilitate Link Street gravity sewer

Town Council

The Town Council is meeting to conduct a second reading of an ordinance. This ordinance would authorize staff to enter into a lease agreement with the Fort Mill History Museum.

• Second reading of ordinance for office space lease at 111 South White Street with Fort Mill History Museum

Accommodations Tax Advisory Committee

The Fort Mill Accommodations Tax Advisory Committee will meet to review Accommodation Tax Grant applications. The agenda includes only this discussion item and procedural actions.

• Review of Accommodation Tax Grant applications

Town Council

At this meeting, the Fort Mill Town Council will hold second readings (final votes) on the FY2024-2025 budget, the tax millage rate, and a zoning correction for 950 Nauvasse Trail. First readings include a lease agreement with the Fort Mill History Museum for office space at 111 South White Street and amendments to the business license ordinance and its enforcement policy. The council will also discuss the Town Manager's employment in executive session.

• Second Reading: ordinance adopting the FY2024-2025 budget (Oct 1, 2024 – Sep 30, 2025)
• Second Reading: ordinance setting the tax millage rate for tax year 2024
• Second Reading: ordinance correcting zoning classification from MXU to R-25 for 950 Nauvasse Trail
• First Reading: ordinance authorizing a lease agreement with Fort Mill History Museum at 111 South White Street
• First Reading: ordinance amending the business license ordinance with additional enforcement language

Town Council

This is a special called meeting of the Fort Mill Town Council. The sole agenda item is an executive session to discuss a personnel matter concerning the Town Manager. Council may take action on this item after returning to public session.

• Executive session to discuss personnel matter regarding Town Manager

The Fort Mill Town Council met in special session and voted unanimously to enter executive session to discuss a personnel matter regarding the Town Manager. After reconvening, the council took no votes on the matter and adjourned. No substantive decisions were made during the public portion of the meeting.

• Approved motion to enter executive session for Town Manager personnel discussion (6-0)
• Approved motion to exit executive session (6-0)
• No votes taken during executive session

Accommodations Tax Advisory Committee

The Accommodations Tax Advisory Committee will meet to discuss and review Accommodation Tax Grant applications. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the item is listed for information and discussion only.

• Review of Accommodation Tax Grant applications (discussion only)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider a request to reduce a rear setback for a home addition and an appeal regarding the placement of garages in a planned neighborhood development.

• Case #2024-634: Variance request for 505 Unity Street to reduce the 35’ rear setback for a 10’ x 13’9” screened porch
• Case #2024-636: Appeal by Crossroads Development Partners, LLC / Pulte Homes, LLC regarding the prohibition of front-facing garages on townhome units in the PND district

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a variance for Samuel & Heather Pecarro to extend a screened porch at 505 Unity Street, despite neighbor opposition, by a 4-1 vote. The board also affirmed staff's interpretation that townhome units in the PND district cannot have front-facing garages, denying the administrative appeal from Crossroads Development Partners, LLC / Pulte Homes, LLC, by a 5-1 vote.

• Approved variance for screened porch extension at 505 Unity Street (4-1)
• Affirmed staff interpretation that townhome garages cannot face front in PND (5-1)
• Approved minutes of August 19, 2024 meeting (6-0)
• Reopened public hearing for neighbor testimony on variance (5-0)

Town Council

The Town Council will hold first readings for the 2024-2025 fiscal year budget and the tax millage for the year ending December 31, 2024. The body will also consider a budget amendment for the current fiscal year and an annexation of approximately 5.25 acres.

• First reading of the 2024-2025 fiscal year budget
• First reading of an ordinance to set tax millage for the tax year ending December 31, 2024
• Second reading of an ordinance annexing approximately 5.25 acres at Fort Mill Parkway and Holbrook Road
• Resolution to accept Pecan Ridge subdivision (Phases 1-3) streets into the Town Street Maintenance System
• Public hearing and second reading of budget amendment #24-3

Town Council

The Fort Mill Town Council is holding a budget workshop to discuss the 2024-2025 fiscal year budget. The meeting also includes an executive session for receipt of legal advice. No votes are scheduled; this is a discussion-only session.

• 2024-2025 fiscal year budget discussions
• Executive session for legal advice

The Fort Mill Town Council met for a budget workshop on September 3, 2024. The only substantive item was a discussion of the 2024-2025 fiscal year budget, but no formal action was taken on it. The council also entered and exited executive session to receive legal advice, and adjourned without any votes on policy or spending.

• Entered executive session for legal advice (7-0)
• Exited executive session (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Fort Mill Planning Commission will consider approval of minutes from May 21, 2024, and discuss several new business items. These include a subdivision final plat, three commercial appearance reviews, and a sketch plan for the Crossroads Planned Neighborhood District. The commission will also receive updates on planning department projects and continuing education.

• Subdivision final plat to create a lot next to 1600 Highway 160
• Commercial appearance review for Speckled Pear Market walk-in cooler and freezer
• Commercial appearance review for a new 7,500 sq ft flex building by CWTR Investment
• Commercial appearance review for a columbarium wall at St. Philip Neri Catholic Church
• Sketch plan for Crossroads PND on Williams and Fort Mill Parkway and N. Dobys Bridge Road

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing to determine if a variance should be granted for a residence at 204 Kelly Court. The applicant is seeking to reduce the required 35-foot rear setback to allow for the construction of an 11’ x 12’ screened porch.

• Case # 2024-585: Variance request for 204 Kelly Court to reduce 35’ rear setback for a screened porch

Historic Review Board

The Historic Review Board will revisit a certificate of appropriateness for a visitor information kiosk at 201 Main Street that was deferred in July. New business includes two certificate requests: signage and awning at 227 Main Street, and a window and temporary sign at 314 N. White Street. The board will also approve minutes from the July 9th meeting.

• Reconsideration of Visit York County's kiosk design at 201 Main Street (deferred from July 9th)
• Angela Soto's request for signage and awning fabric at 227 Main Street
• Noble Food and Pursuits request for window sign and temporary sign at 314 N. White Street
• Approval of minutes from the July 9, 2024 Historic Review Board meeting

Town Council

The Town Council will hold second readings and votes on annexing 5.25 acres at Fort Mill Parkway and Holbrook Road and on adding parking standards for ambulatory surgical facilities. New business includes a resolution to allow alcohol sales at the August 17 Tribute Fest at Walter Elisha Park and awarding an auditing services contract. Council may also discuss contractual arrangements with the Fort Mill History Museum in executive session.

• Second reading of annexation ordinance for 5.25 acres at Fort Mill Parkway and Holbrook Road
• Second reading of parking standards ordinance for ambulatory surgical facilities
• Resolution to allow alcohol sales at Tribute Fest on August 17 at Walter Elisha Park
• Award of auditing services contract
• Executive session discussion on contractual arrangements with Fort Mill History Museum

Town Council

This is a workshop meeting with a single discussion item: a Strategic Planning Workshop. No votes or binding decisions are scheduled; the session is for information and discussion only. The agenda is largely procedural, consisting of call to order, the workshop, and adjournment.

• Strategic Planning Workshop (discussion only, no action expected)

Planning Commission

The Fort Mill Planning Commission will consider two commercial appearance review requests: one for a walk-in cooler and freezer addition at Speckled Pear Market, and another for a new 7,500-square-foot flex building by CWTR Investment, LLC. The commission will also approve minutes from May 21, 2024, and receive updates on department projects and continuing education.

• Commercial appearance review for Speckled Pear Market — addition of conditioned space for walk-in cooler and freezer; applicant: Ragona Architecture and Design, PLLC
• Commercial appearance review for CWTR Inv., LLC — new 7,500 sq ft flex building; applicant: Scott Couchenour
• Approval of regular meeting minutes from May 21, 2024
• Discussion of Planning Department projects and continuing education attendance

Stormwater Advisory Committee

The Stormwater Advisory Committee is meeting to approve prior minutes and discuss new business including introductions of stormwater interns, an overview of an environmental sculpture installation and community event, review of the budget submittal, and an update on grants. The meeting also includes open discussion for other business.

• Approval of prior meeting minutes
• Stormwater interns introductions
• Environmental sculpture installation and community event overview
• Budget submittal review
• Grants update

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on a variance request from John & Angela Taylor to allow a pool in front of their residence at 124 Brookshire Drive, as prohibited by the zoning ordinance. They also will consider approving the April 15, 2024 meeting minutes.

• Public hearing on CASE #2024-513: variance to allow a 12'x24' pool in front of a principal structure at 124 Brookshire Drive (Tax Map #020-26-02-013, Zoning District GR-A).
• Approval of minutes from the regular meeting of April 15, 2024.

Historic Review Board

The Historic Review Board will consider new certificates of appropriateness for a visitor information kiosk at 201 Main Street and a painted wall mural at 105 Clebourne Street. The board will also review a modification request from the Fort Mill History Museum regarding an arbor at 107 Clebourne Street.

• Visit York County: COA request for a visitor information kiosk at 201 Main Street
• Fort Mill Economic Partners: COA request for a painted wall mural at 105 Clebourne Street
• Fort Mill History Museum: Request to modify an approved COA to include an arbor at 107 Clebourne Street

Town Council

The Town Council will consider first readings for several ordinances, including a budget amendment for the current fiscal year. Other items include a lease agreement for equipment on a water tank and new parking standards for surgical facilities.

• Ordinance for Verizon Wireless lease on Doby Bridge Road water tank
• Parking standards for ambulatory surgical facilities
• Annexation of approximately 5.25 acres at Fort Mill Parkway and Holbrook Road
• Amendment #24-3 to the current fiscal year budget

Ad Hoc Appointments Advisory Committee

The Ad Hoc Appointments Advisory Committee will review candidates to fill a vacant Associate Municipal Judge position. This item is presented for information and discussion.

• Review of Associate Municipal Judge candidates to fill a vacant position

Town Council

The Fort Mill Town Council is holding a budget workshop to conduct budget discussions. The agenda does not list specific line items or individual topics for discussion.

• Budget discussions

Town Council

The June 24 meeting includes the approval of minutes and presentations by Mayor Savage. There are no legislative, discussion, or executive session items scheduled.

• Recognition of BMX World Championship participants
• Recognition of Raye Felder for years of service
• Recognition of Ben Shaw and Rita Chapman for recreation service

Town Council

The Town Council will hold a workshop to discuss the Capital Improvement Plan update. The council may also enter executive session to discuss the potential sale of properties at 200, 210, and 214 Tom Hall Street.

• Potential sale of 200, 210 and 214 Tom Hall Street
• Capital Improvement Plan update

Town Council

The Fort Mill Town Council will hold a special called meeting on June 13, 2024. The agenda includes an executive session to discuss personnel matters regarding the search for a Town Manager.

• Executive Session Item #1: Discussion regarding the search for a Town Manager

Historic Review Board

The board will consider a request for exterior building improvements at 111 Clebourne Street. Additionally, members will make a final determination regarding an ice cream truck painting on a brick wall at 100 Main Street.

• Certificate of Appropriateness request for 111 Clebourne Street
• Final determination on unapproved ice cream truck painting at 100 Main Street
• Signage requests for PI Pizza & Ice Cream

Town Council

The Town Council will hold second readings on a zoning change for 6.5 acres and new fireworks regulations. The council will also consider parking standards for ambulatory surgical facilities. Presentations regarding the annual audit and upcoming July 4th celebrations are also scheduled.

• Second reading of ordinance to rezone 6.5 acres near N. Doby’s Bridge Road to Highway Commercial
• Second reading of ordinance amending fireworks regulations for public displays
• Public hearing and first reading for new parking standards for ambulatory surgical facilities
• Presentation of the 2023-24 Fiscal Year Audit
• Resolutions regarding the 2024 Independence Day Celebration and Firing of the Cannons Ceremony

Town Council

The Fort Mill Town Council is holding a special called meeting to discuss personnel matters related to the search for a new Town Manager. This discussion will take place during an executive session.

• Personnel matter regarding the search for a Town Manager

Town Council

The Fort Mill Town Council will hold a special called meeting to conduct an executive session. The discussion involves personnel matters regarding the search for a Town Manager.

• Executive Session: Search for a Town Manager

Planning Commission

The Fort Mill Planning Commission will consider approving a preliminary subdivision plat for Catawba Ridge Market, a proposed commercial project on about 47 acres at Fort Mill Parkway and N. Doby's Bridge Road, including a Harris Teeter grocery store, retail buildings, and outparcels. The commission will also discuss a text amendment to add parking standards for ambulatory surgical facilities. The meeting includes approval of the March 19, 2024 minutes.

• Preliminary plat for Catawba Ridge Market, a ±47-acre commercial project with Harris Teeter grocery store and retail buildings
• Text amendment to add parking standards for ambulatory surgical facilities
• Traffic impact analysis projects 518 AM and 765 PM net new external trips, requiring mitigation
• Rezoning of ±15.573 acres from PND to HC passed first reading at Town Council on May 13, 2024
• Approval of March 19, 2024 meeting minutes

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Fort Mill Board of Zoning Appeals is meeting to approve the minutes from the April 15, 2024 meeting and to receive training from Charlie Barrineau of the Municipal Association of South Carolina. No public hearings or decision items are on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from April 15, 2024 regular meeting
• BOZA training by Charlie Barrineau, Municipal Association of South Carolina

Town Council

The Town Council will hold a special called meeting to conduct an executive session. The session is dedicated to a personnel matter regarding the search for a Town Manager.

• Executive session regarding Town Manager search

Town Council

The Town Council is holding a special called meeting to enter an executive session. The session is dedicated to a personnel matter regarding the search for a Town Manager.

• Executive session regarding the search for a Town Manager

Town Council

The Town Council will hold a public hearing on a zoning map amendment near N. Doby’s Bridge Road and Fort Mill Parkway. The body is also considering a broadband franchise agreement with Google Fiber Inc. and updates to fireworks regulations.

• First reading of a broadband services franchise agreement with Google Fiber Inc.
• Public hearing for zoning change of 15.573 +/- acres from Planned Neighborhood Development to Highway Commercial
• First reading of an ordinance amending fireworks regulations for public displays
• Resolution for alcohol sales and sound equipment for Jazz Night in the Park, Weekends on Main, and other events
• Discussion of FY 2024 budget status and FY 2025 budget adoption calendar

Town Council

The Town Council is holding a special called meeting to enter an executive session. The session will focus on a personnel matter regarding the search for a Town Manager.

• Executive session regarding the search for a Town Manager

Stormwater Advisory Committee

The Stormwater Advisory Committee is meeting to approve prior minutes and discuss community engagement and outreach efforts, including events, school programs, and volunteer activities. No votes on ordinances or contracts are listed; the agenda is largely procedural and informational.

• Approval of prior meeting minutes
• Community Engagement and Outreach Update covering Kirkland Smith Event, SC Adopt-a-Stream Program, school career fairs, high school intern program, and volunteer efforts (Litter Sweep, corporate groups, wetland clean up)

Town Council

The Fort Mill Town Council is holding a special called meeting to conduct an executive session. The discussion focuses on personnel matters related to the search for a Town Manager.

• Executive Session: Search for a Town Manager

Fort Mill Public Facilities Corporation - Board of Directors

The Fort Mill Public Facilities Corporation board is meeting to consider a resolution authorizing the issuance and sale of Installment Purchase Revenue Bonds (Series 2024A and 2024B) for a Town of Fort Mill project, along with approving related financing documents. The agenda includes standard procedural items like call to order, FOIA compliance, and roll call, with no other substantive business listed.

• Resolution authorizing issuance of Installment Purchase Revenue Bonds (Town of Fort Mill Project), Series 2024A and 2024B
• Approval of financing documents related to the bond issuance

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Fort Mill Board of Zoning Appeals will elect its 2024 chairperson and vice chairperson and approve the minutes from the March 18, 2024 meeting. The primary action item is a public hearing on a variance request to reduce the side yard setback requirement for a property in the R-15 zoning district. The agenda contains no other substantive items, contracts, or ordinances.

• Election of Chairperson and Vice Chairperson for 2024
• Approval of minutes from the March 18, 2024 meeting
• Variance request for 405 Monteray Oaks Circle (Case # 2024-168) to reduce 10-foot side yard setback by 3-4 feet for a covered porch

Town Council

This is a special called meeting with a single agenda item: an executive session to discuss personnel matters related to the search for a Town Manager. Council may take action on this item after returning to public session. No other business is scheduled.

• Executive session on Town Manager search personnel matter

Historic Review Board

The Fort Mill Historic Review Board will meet to elect a chairperson and vice chairperson, approve prior minutes, and consider a Certificate of Appropriateness request from the Town of Fort Mill for a permanent fence with brick columns at 106 N. White Street, adjacent to the railroad right-of-way near Veterans Park and the Farmers Market. The fence would replace temporary safety fencing and is designed to match nearby historic aesthetics. Staff recommends approval.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for fence with brick columns at 106 N. White Street (Town of Fort Mill, owner J. Max Hinson)
• Election of chairperson and vice chairperson (deferred from February meeting)
• Approval of minutes from February 13, 2024 meeting

Town Council

The Fort Mill Town Council will hold public hearings and second readings on two budget amendments, a $29 million bond issuance for property purchase and improvement, and a Verizon lease on the Doby Bridge Road water tank. They will also consider annexing land at Fort Mill Parkway and Holbrook Road, and discuss several resolutions and appointments.

• Second reading: Verizon Wireless lease for equipment on water tank off Doby Bridge Road
• Public hearing and second reading: two budget amendments for FY 2023-2024
• Second reading: $29,000,000 bond issuance for real property purchase and improvement
• First reading: annexation of ~5.25 acres at Fort Mill Parkway and Holbrook Road
• Resolution: request SCDOT review safety measures at all school sites in Fort Mill School District

Town Council

The Fort Mill Town Council is holding a meeting with one old business item: a second reading of an ordinance to repeal ordinance number 2024-01. This is a procedural step toward a final decision on the repeal. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Second reading of ordinance to repeal ordinance number 2024-01

Town Council

The Fort Mill Town Council is meeting to consider a first reading of an ordinance repealing Ordinance Number 2024-01. The council will also hold an executive session to discuss contractual matters related to a real property purchase and receive legal advice on potential claims and ongoing legal matters. Additionally, they will discuss strategic planning for 2024. No old business items are on the agenda.

• First reading of ordinance to repeal Ordinance Number 2024-01
• Executive session: discussion of contractual matters relating to purchase of real property
• Executive session: receipt of legal advice on potential claims and ongoing legal matters
• Information/discussion: Strategic Planning for 2024

Ad Hoc Appointments Advisory Committee

The Ad Hoc Appointments Advisory Committee will review applicants and recommend candidates to fill six expiring terms on three town boards: Board of Zoning Appeals, Historic Review Board, and Planning Commission. The committee will also schedule applicant interviews if needed. All listed applicants meet eligibility requirements; appointments are at the committee's and town council's discretion.

• Board of Zoning Appeals: 2 vacancies (Seats 1 and 2), terms expiring April 15, 2024; 5 applicants
• Historic Review Board: 2 vacancies (Seats 1 and 2), terms expiring April 15, 2024; 5 applicants
• Planning Commission: 2 vacancies (Seats 1 and 2), terms expiring April 15, 2024; 14 applicants
• Incumbent Jennifer Allan eligible for reappointment to Board of Zoning Appeals; Terri Murray not eligible (term limit)
• Incumbents Elizabeth Leventis and David Booth eligible for reappointment to Historic Review Board; James Traynor not eligible for Planning Commission (term limit)

Fort Mill Public Facilities Corporation - Board of Directors

The Fort Mill Public Facilities Corporation Board of Directors is meeting to handle organizational matters, including electing officers, approving articles of incorporation and by-laws, and establishing a bank account. The board will also consider a resolution on reimbursing expenditures from tax-exempt bond proceeds. This is largely a procedural meeting to formally establish the corporation's operations.

• Election of officers
• Approval of articles of incorporation and by-laws
• Approval of Conflicts of Interest and Compensation Policy
• Authorization to obtain tax-exempt status
• Resolution on reimbursement of expenditures from tax-exempt bond proceeds

Planning Commission

The Fort Mill Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting to review a preliminary commercial appearance for a proposed storage facility at 474 Highway 21. They will also recognize James Traynor for his service. The agenda includes approval of the February 20, 2024 minutes.

• Preliminary Commercial Appearance Review: Proposed Storage Facility at 474 Highway 21
• Recognition of Service: James Traynor
• Approval of minutes from February 20, 2024

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Fort Mill Board of Zoning Appeals is meeting to approve minutes from September 2023, review the 2024 meeting schedule, and recognize Terri Murray for service. No zoning cases or public hearings are on the agenda; the meeting is largely administrative.

• Approval of minutes from September 18, 2023 meeting
• Discussion of 2024 meeting schedule (dates listed for Historic Review Board, BZA, Planning Commission)
• Recognition of service for Terri Murray

Town Council

The Fort Mill Town Council is holding a special called meeting with an executive session to discuss two items: the potential sale of real property at 112 Confederate Street and personnel matters related to the search for a Town Manager. Council may take action on these items after returning to public session. The agenda contains no other business.

• Potential sale of real property at 112 Confederate Street
• Discussion of Town Manager search (personnel matter)

Town Council

The Fort Mill Town Council will hold public comment, hear presentations, and consider several ordinances and resolutions. Key items include a second reading to add the Trail Master Plan to the Comprehensive Plan, a first reading to lease water tank space to Verizon, a utility extension request, budget amendments, and a resolution to issue up to $29 million in bonds for capital expenditures. A resolution designates Main Street for a festival with alcohol sales.

• Second reading: ordinance to incorporate Trail Master Plan into 2040 Comprehensive Plan
• First reading: lease agreement with Verizon Wireless for equipment on water tank off Doby Bridge Road
• Request to extend utility services beyond town limits for York County Tax Map 713-00-00-216
• Resolution of intent to reimburse capital expenditures with up to $29,000,000 installment purchase revenue bonds
• Resolution designating Main Street (Tom Hall to Academy) for festival on March 16, 2024, with alcohol sales

Town Council

The Fort Mill Town Council is holding a special called meeting with a single agenda item: an executive session to discuss personnel matters related to the search for a Town Manager. Council may take action on this item after returning to public session. The meeting is otherwise procedural, with no other business listed.

• Executive session discussion on Town Manager search

Town Council

The Fort Mill Town Council is holding a work session that is almost entirely closed to the public. The council will enter executive session to discuss personnel matters, a real estate purchase, and legal advice, and may take action on these items afterward. The only public discussion item is strategic planning for 2024.

• Executive session on personnel matters (Town Manager)
• Executive session on contractual matters for real property purchase
• Executive session on legal advice regarding potential claims
• Public discussion: Strategic Planning for 2024

Planning Commission

The Fort Mill Planning Commission will elect officers for 2024, approve prior minutes, and consider a request from Cline Design Associates to approve the road name Elizabeth Commons Boulevard for a private street in the Elizabeth Commons development off Fort Mill Parkway. Staff recommends approval.

• Road name approval: Elizabeth Commons Blvd (private street) for Elizabeth Commons development
• Election of chairperson and vice chairperson for 2024
• Approval of December 19, 2023 meeting minutes

Town Council

The Fort Mill Town Council is meeting for a work session. The agenda is largely procedural, with three executive session items covering personnel, real property purchase, and legal advice, followed by a discussion of 2024 strategic planning. Council may take action on the executive session items when returning to public session.

• Executive session on personnel matters (Town Manager)
• Executive session on contractual matters for real property purchase
• Executive session on legal advice for potential claims
• Discussion of 2024 strategic planning

Historic Review Board

The board reviewed a request from the Fort Mill History Museum for exterior improvements at 107 Clebourne Street. The meeting also included the approval of a final Bailey Bill certification for a property at 215 Main Street.

• Approval of final Bailey Bill certification for 215 Main Street
• Proposed construction of a 3-foot picket perimeter fence at 107 Clebourne Street
• Proposed exterior painting and architectural detail repairs at 107 Clebourne Street
• Approval of December 12, 2023, meeting minutes

Town Council

The Fort Mill Town Council will hold a public hearing and first reading on an ordinance to annex 1.133 acres at 950 Nauvase Trail, and will also consider a resolution to appoint Lauren C. Hebert as a Code Enforcement Officer. The council will also hold a public hearing and first reading on amending the 2040 Comprehensive Plan to incorporate the Trail Master Plan. The agenda includes presentations on the school bond referendum and an employee award, and executive sessions for personnel, real property, and legal matters.

• Second reading of ordinance annexing York County Tax Map 709-00-00-020 (1.133 acres) at 950 Nauvase Trail, zoned MXU Mixed Use, Ward 2
• Resolution to appoint Lauren C. Hebert as Code Enforcement Officer
• Public hearing and first reading to add Trail Master Plan to 2040 Comprehensive Plan
• Presentation on Fort Mill School Bond Referendum by Jan Martin and John Gordon
• Employee of the Quarter award for Maria Watts

Stormwater Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss water quality sampling, including TMDL and the SC Adopt-a-Stream Program. Members will also review citizen complaints and receive an update on the rate study.

• Water Quality Sampling (TMDL and SC Adopt-a-Stream Program)
• Rate Study Update
• Citizen Complaints
• Keep America Beautiful affiliate discussion

Town Council

The Fort Mill Town Council is meeting for a work session that includes an executive session covering personnel matters, real property purchase contracts, and legal advice on potential claims. Following the closed session, the council may take action on those items in public. The only public discussion item is strategic planning for 2024.

• Executive session on personnel matters (Town Manager)
• Executive session on contractual matters for real property purchase
• Executive session on legal advice regarding potential claims
• Discussion of strategic planning for 2024

Town Council

The Fort Mill Town Council is meeting for a work session. The agenda includes an executive session covering personnel, real property purchase contracts, and legal advice, after which council may take action on those items. The only public discussion item is strategic planning for 2024.

• Executive session on personnel matters (Town Manager)
• Executive session on contractual matters for real property purchase
• Executive session on legal advice for potential claims
• Discussion of 2024 strategic planning

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 related to the purchase of real property. The council may take action on this item after returning to public session. No other business is listed.

• Executive session to discuss contractual matters for real property purchase

Town Council

The Fort Mill Town Council work session includes the election of a Mayor Pro Tem, three executive session items (personnel, real property purchase, and legal matters), and a discussion on strategic planning for 2024. The agenda is largely procedural, with no public votes on specific projects or contracts listed.

• Election of Mayor Pro Tem
• Executive session on personnel matters (Town Manager)
• Executive session on contractual matters for real property purchase
• Executive session on legal advice regarding potential claims
• Discussion of 2024 strategic planning

Town Council

This is a special called meeting with two items: an executive session to discuss contractual matters related to a real property purchase, and an information/discussion item on strategic planning for 2024. Council may take action on the executive session item when returning to public session. The agenda is otherwise procedural.

• Executive session: discussion of contractual matters relating to purchase of real property
• Information/discussion: strategic planning for 2024

Town Council

The Fort Mill Town Council is holding a workshop to discuss two items: an update to the Comprehensive Plan and the 2025 Capital Projects & Facilities update. The meeting also includes an executive session for negotiations related to proposed contractual arrangements. No votes are scheduled; this is a discussion-only meeting.

• Comprehensive Plan Update
• 2025 Capital Projects & Facilities Update
• Executive session on contractual negotiations

Historic Review Board

The Historic Review Board will consider a Certificate of Appropriateness request from the Fort Mill History Museum for a perimeter fence and exterior paint changes at 107 Clebourne Street. The board will also elect officers and approve prior meeting minutes. Staff recommends approval of the fence, repainting, and architectural detail repairs as submitted.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for 3-foot picket fence at 107 Clebourne Street
• Repainting back door to match front door and front porch roof to match back porch
• Architectural detail work on corbels and turnings
• Election of chairperson and vice chairperson
• Approval of December 12, 2023 meeting minutes

Town Council

The Fort Mill Town Council is meeting to swear in newly appointed officials, including Guynn H. Savage as Mayor and council members Lisa Cook, Chris Moody, and Ronald Helms, all serving four-year terms. The agenda also includes first readings of two annexation ordinances, a public hearing on one annexation, and discussions on credit card convenience fees and executive session items.

• Swearing in of Guynn H. Savage as Mayor (term to January 2028)
• Swearing in of Lisa Cook (At Large Seat 2), Chris Moody (Ward 4), Ronald Helms (Ward 2)
• First Reading: Annexation of 5.25 acres at Fort Mill Parkway and Holbrook Road (Tax Map 738-00-00-063 and part of 738-00-00-062)
• Public Hearing and First Reading: Annexation of 1.133 acres (Tax Map 709-00-00-020)
• Discussion of credit card convenience fees