Georgetown public meetings in 2022
25 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
City Council approved a budget amendment to use $500,000 from the local hospitality tax fund to partially cover a $2.5M stormwater project overrun. The council also approved new police vehicles, a utility assistance program, and a wholesale power supply contract. Several board appointments and drainage easements were also authorized.
- Approved $500,000 from local hospitality tax fund for stormwater project overrun (Unanimous)
- Approved first reading of Residential Utility Round-Up Program and Assistance Fund (Unanimous)
- Approved purchase of two 2023 Chevrolet Tahoe police vehicles and equipment for $108,571.90 (Unanimous)
- Approved grant increase for State School Resource Officer Program to $211,113 (Unanimous)
- Approved negotiation of wholesale power supply contract with Santee Cooper (Unanimous)
- Approved permanent drainage easements at Bethel AME Church, LKP, LLC, and JW Robinson Family Trust properties (Unanimous)
- Approved reappointment of Nate Fata, Kalib Moyer, and Taneka Deas to Georgetown Housing Authority Board (Unanimous)
- Approved appointment of Elijah Metherd to COAST RTA Board of Directors (Unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (17 roll-call votes)
City Council
City Council convened a special meeting and entered an executive session to discuss UTEC proposals and negotiations for wholesale power supply. No formal action was taken during the executive session.
- Approved motion to enter executive session to discuss wholesale power supply (4-0)
- Approved motion to adjourn executive session and reconvene special meeting (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City Council
City Council adopted an ordinance granting public property rights to Foundation Forward, Inc. and approved several infrastructure payments and budget amendments. The council also established an Arts and Cultural Commission and appointed members to the Housing Authority and Architectural Review Board.
- Adopted ordinance granting public property rights to Foundation Forward, Inc. (Unanimous)
- Approved first reading of ARPA budget amendment (Unanimous)
- Approved first reading of Procurement Policy amendments (4-1)
- Adopted ordinance deleting Stormwater appeals board sections (Unanimous)
- Approved $44,255 payment to MB Kahn Construction for Maryville Lift Station Project (Unanimous)
- Approved $31,341 payment to WK Dickson for EDA stormwater project design (Unanimous)
- Adopted ordinance creating the Arts and Cultural Commission (Unanimous)
- Appointed Tomas Langley to Housing Authority and Kevin Jayroe to Architectural Review Board (Unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Council
City Administrator Dr. Yúdice reported that bids for ARPA CIP projects for FY 23 and FY 24 exceeded the $900,000 allocation per geographical area. Mayor Jayroe will request an additional $2.4M from federal and state legislation to cover the costs. No formal votes were taken on the project revisions.
- Adjourned meeting (Unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
City Council authorized the city administrator to notify the US Department of Commerce regarding funding for the Secondary Water Sedimentation Basin project. The project will be funded via a budget amendment to FY 2023 using local ARPA funds. Council also held discussions on an affordable housing proposal and procurement policy revisions.
- Approved authorization to submit letter to US Department of Commerce for $131,500 in Secondary Water Sedimentation Basin project funds (5-0)
City Council
City Council unanimously approved the second reading of an ordinance authorizing the sale of public property at 1907 Hampton Court to Habitat for Humanity. Council also approved a sub-lease of property at 2104 Lincoln Street to the Low Country Veterans Group for veteran services. A motion to direct staff to review the Redevelopment District zoning ordinance passed 4-2. All votes were unanimous except the zoning review motion.
- Approved first reading of ordinance granting rights on public property to Foundation Forward for The Charters of Freedom (unanimous).
- Adopted second reading establishing a four-way stop at Front and Wood Streets (unanimous).
- Approved first reading deleting stormwater appeals board sections from city code (unanimous).
- Approved $180,953 payment to Aqua-Aerobic Systems for WWTP SCADA upgrade (unanimous).
- Approved grant application for N. Merriman Congdon Street stormwater improvements ($2,639,016) (unanimous).
- Approved $76,600 purchase order for Front Street Phase 2 electric upgrade engineering (unanimous).
- Adopted second reading authorizing sale of 1907 Hampton Court to Habitat for Humanity (unanimous).
- Approved 4-2 motion to direct staff and Planning Commission to review Article XXI: Redevelopment District zoning ordinance.
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Council
The council approved a resolution authorizing lease-purchase financing for a police patrol vehicle, pickup truck, electric line truck, and garbage truck, not exceeding $600,000. The vote was 5-0, with Council Member Milton abstaining. A prior motion for a similar resolution was withdrawn. The council also entered executive session for legal advice on the Combined Utility System and potential City Hall properties, taking no formal action in that session.
- Approved lease-purchase financing for vehicles up to $600,000 (5-0, Milton abstained)
- Withdrew initial motion for lease-purchase financing for a pickup truck, electric line truck, and garbage truck
- Approved entering executive session for legal advice on Combined Utility System and City Hall properties (unanimous)
- Adjourned special meeting at 6:15pm (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The council unanimously approved a resolution authorizing up to $600,000 in lease-purchase financing for a pickup truck, an electric line truck, and a garbage truck. It also adopted second readings of two rezoning ordinances and approved several contracts, including a $395,661 sewer line repair contract (5-1) and a $74,600 sidewalk installation contract. A first reading for a four-way stop at Front and Wood Streets was approved, and a special election was set for December 27, 2022, to fill an unexpired council term.
- Approved $600K lease-purchase for three city vehicles (unanimous)
- Adopted rezoning of .39 acre from R1 to GC with UCOD inclusion (5-1)
- Adopted rezoning of three parcels from GC to R1 (unanimous)
- Approved first reading of Community Appearance Board application fee (5-1)
- Postponed first reading of Charters of Freedom ordinance (4-1)
- Approved $395,661 sewer line repair contract to Green Wave Contracting (5-1)
- Approved $74,600 sidewalk installation contract to Green Wave Contracting (unanimous)
- Set special election for December 27, 2022, to fill unexpired council term (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Council
The Georgetown City Council held a special meeting and unanimously voted to enter executive session to discuss financing options for property purchases for the Electric department, Public Works, Fleet Services, and a new City Hall. No formal action was taken after the closed session.
- Approved motion to enter executive session (6-0)
- Approved motion to adjourn executive session and reconvene (6-0)
- Approved motion to adjourn the special meeting (6-0)
City Council
Council approved a $9.7M grant application to SC Rural Infrastructure Authority for Sewer Pump Station #11 upgrades and force main replacement, with a local match of up to $1.7M from the Water and Wastewater Enterprise Fund. They also approved a $360,933 CDBG grant application for a parking lot at 113 Cleland Street, with a $110,933 local match from Hospitality Tax. The FY2023 budget ordinance was amended to correct a scrivener's error (5-0). After executive session, the employment of Ieshia Tucker as Human Resources and Risk Manager was approved unanimously.
- Approved $9.7M SCIIP grant application for Sewer Pump Station #11 upgrades and force main replacement (unanimous)
- Approved $360,933 CDBG grant application for parking lot at 113 Cleland Street (unanimous)
- Approved second reading of FY2023 Budget amendment to correct scrivener's error (5-0, Milton abstained)
- Approved employment of Ieshia Tucker as Human Resources and Risk Manager (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
Council elected Jim Clements as Mayor Pro Tempore for a term ending December 31, 2023, by a 4-2 vote after a nomination and vote process. It approved first readings of two rezoning ordinances, a business license code rewrite, and a special election date. Council also awarded contracts for asbestos testing, police software, vehicles, and a boat landing project, and appointed two members to the Planning Commission.
- Elected Jim Clements as Mayor Pro Tempore (4-2)
- Approved first reading of rezoning .39 acres from R1 to GC with UCOD inclusion (5-1)
- Approved first reading of rezoning three parcels from GC to R1 (unanimous)
- Awarded $28,380 asbestos testing contract to Summit Engineering (unanimous)
- Approved first reading of business license code rewrite (unanimous)
- Approved $63,040 for police software platform update from SOMA Global (unanimous)
- Approved $122,852 for four Ford F150 trucks for Water Department (5-1)
- Approved $48,759 contract to Associates Roofing for East Bay Park boat landing improvements (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
City Council
At a special meeting, City Council approved two items: a motion to amend the FY2023 budget ordinance to correct a scrivener's error regarding the tax rate decimal fraction, and a written order on a business license appeal by Broadstep, Inc. Both passed 4-1. Council also held an executive session to discuss a potential property purchase for the Electric Department, but no formal action was taken.
- Approved amendment to FY2023 budget ordinance to correct scrivener's error (4-1)
- Approved written order on business license appeal by Broadstep, Inc. (4-1)
- Approved entering executive session to discuss potential property purchase for Electric Department (unanimous)
- Approved adjourning executive session and reconvening (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
City Council
The Georgetown City Council approved multiple expenditures and ordinances, including a $430,000 purchase order for electric distribution line contractor services, a $215,862 construction bid for pump station generators, and a $59,847.75 purchase of vehicle extrication equipment. The council also adopted second readings of ordinances amending code sections on violations/fines and business vehicle loading spaces, and establishing a downtown sanitation district. Several board appointments were made, with the reappointment of Donald Gilliard to the Board of Zoning Appeals defeated in a 3-4 vote.
- Approved $430,000 purchase order to Sumter Utilities for distribution line contractor services (unanimous)
- Approved $215,862 construction bid to Melton Electric Co. for new pump station generators (unanimous)
- Approved $59,847.75 purchase of vehicle extrication equipment from Spartan Fire & Emergency Apparatus (unanimous)
- Adopted second reading of ordinance amending Chapter 14, Article III, Section 14-14 and Section 14-45 (unanimous)
- Adopted second reading of ordinance establishing downtown sanitation district (unanimous)
- Approved $100,411.68 janitorial services contract with Jani King of Myrtle Beach (unanimous)
- Approved $161,796.36 purchase of four portable diesel pumps from Godwin Pumps (unanimous)
- Defeated reappointment of Donald Gilliard to Board of Zoning Appeals (3-4)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
City Council
City Council held a special hearing on Broadstep Academy's appeal of the denial of its business license renewal on nuisance grounds. After hearing sworn testimony and closing arguments, Council voted 6-1 to deny the renewal, with Council Member Milton voting against. Council also directed preparation of a written order for consideration on July 28, 2022.
- Adopted rules of procedure for the hearing (6-0)
- Denied renewal of Broadstep Academy's business license on nuisance grounds (6-1)
- Directed preparation of written order for Council's consideration on July 28, 2022 (6-1)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council unanimously approved a $75,000 contract with Saint Frances Animal Shelter using FY2022/2023 budgeted funds and a $41,960 payment to Coastal Structures for a live fire burn facility. No formal action was taken in executive session. The council discussed a draft employee handbook and an inner harbor dredging survey, but took no votes on these items.
- Approved $75,000 contract with Saint Frances Animal Shelter (unanimous)
- Approved $41,960 payment to Coastal Structures for fire training facility (unanimous)
- Entered executive session for legal advice on potential claims and utility billing audit (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
City Council
City Council adopted the FY2023 budget of $41,997,359 (6-1), which includes utility rate increases that residents said would average 7-12% for households. Council also approved a $300,000 amendment to the budget for stormwater pump repairs using state earmarked funds. Several other items were approved, including a police software contract and a property sale to SCDOT for road widening.
- Adopted FY2023 budget of $41,997,359 (6-1)
- Approved $300,000 budget amendment for stormwater pump repairs (unanimous)
- Approved first reading of ordinance amending violations/fines and loading spaces (6-1)
- Approved Winyah Fishing Village PDD amendment for 10.47-acre parcel (unanimous)
- Authorized $63,040 SOMA Global police software contract (unanimous)
- Approved first reading of downtown sanitation district ordinance (unanimous)
- Adopted SCDOT agreement to acquire 639 sq ft of Baruch Park for $2,600 (unanimous)
- Approved $402,448 SCMIRF and $202,290 SCMIT insurance payments (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
City Council approved first reading of the FY2023 budget, which includes utility rate increases (water 30%, wastewater 11.5%, electric 2.5%), a stormwater fee increase from $8.00 to $8.19 per ERU, and a sanitation cart rate increase from $19 to $21. The vote was 4-2, with Council Members Milton and Smalls voting no. Council also approved several other items, including restricting $849,450 in Electric Department property sale proceeds, contracting Mauldin & Jenkins for audit services, and a contract with DataMax Corporation to identify businesses not paying license fees.
- Approved first reading of FY2023 budget with utility increases (4-2)
- Approved restricting $849,450 from Electric property sale for relocation (unanimous)
- Approved Mauldin & Jenkins audit contract FY2023-2025 ($47K-$49K/yr) (unanimous)
- Approved 24-month DataMax contract to find unpaid business license fees (unanimous)
- Adopted ordinance amending East Bay Park ramp/dock activities (unanimous)
- Appointed Kathy Vermeland as Director of Finance (unanimous)
- Appointed Jeanette Ard to Keep Georgetown Beautiful Board (unanimous)
- Proclaimed May 21-27, 2022 as National Safe Boating Week (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Council
The City Council held a budget workshop to review the proposed FY2022/23 budget, discussing changes including a police car take-home policy, fee schedule updates, and a permanent bathroom at Baruch Park. No formal votes were taken; the budget ordinance will be drafted based on the numbers presented.
- Reviewed revised FY2022/23 budget with changes (no vote)
- Discussed police car take-home policy for 11 officers (no vote)
- Discussed building code fee changes per Section 5-16 (no vote)
- Discussed including funds for permanent bathroom at Baruch Park (no vote)
- Removed $400,000 Public Works office rebuild from budget (discussed)
City Council
The City Council held a budget workshop to review the FY2022/2023 budget, including salary increases, utility fees, and a 4% electric rate change. They entered executive session to discuss potential claims and City Hall properties, but no formal action was taken. The next budget workshop was scheduled for May 5.
- Approved motion to enter executive session (unanimous)
- Approved motion to reconvene after executive session (unanimous)
- Adjourned the special meeting (6-0)
City Council
City Council adopted the second FY2021/2022 budget amendment (5-1, Milton opposed) and approved several spending items, including a $130,000 payment for the Tyler Tech/New World ERP system and up to $30,000 for peak plant fuel. Council also approved the third and final $80,000 payment to SCDOT for the US17 drainage project, and ratified an emergency fuel purchase. Unanimous actions included adopting the Board of Architectural Review ordinance amendment, appointing a new code enforcement officer, and amending the animal control ordinance.
- Adopted FY2022 second budget amendment (5-1)
- Approved $130,000 payment for Tyler Tech/New World ERP system (unanimous)
- Approved $80,000 final payment to SCDOT for US17 drainage project (unanimous)
- Approved up to $30,000 for peak generation plant fuel (5-1)
- Ratified emergency fuel purchase above $25,000 threshold (5-1)
- Adopted Board of Architectural Review ordinance amendment (unanimous)
- Appointed Cameron Howard as Code Enforcement Officer (unanimous)
- Adopted animal control ordinance amendment (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
City Council
The Georgetown City Council approved several spending items, including a $75,000 switch gear system for the police department generator, two police vehicles totaling $102,633.44, and an $80,480.05 paving contract. The council also adopted a zoning ordinance amendment and approved first readings of ordinances related to the Board of Architectural Review, the FY2022 budget, and animal control. All votes were unanimous except for the paving bid, which passed 6-0 with one recusal.
- Approved $75,000 switch gear system for police generator (unanimous)
- Approved $34,153 police vehicle and $17,163.72 equipment package (unanimous)
- Approved second police vehicle and equipment package for SRO grant (unanimous)
- Approved $80,480.05 paving bid to Coastal Asphalt (6-0, Morris recused)
- Adopted zoning ordinance amendment for Community Appearance Board (unanimous)
- Approved first reading of Board of Architectural Review ordinance amendment (unanimous)
- Approved first reading of FY2022 budget amendment (unanimous)
- Approved first reading of animal control ordinance amendment (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The City Council held a special meeting and immediately entered executive session to discuss negotiations for the potential acquisition and funding of necessary city facilities. No formal action was taken in executive session, and the council reconvened and adjourned without any substantive decisions.
- Approved motion to enter executive session for property negotiations (unanimous)
- Approved motion to reconvene from executive session (6-0)
- Approved motion to adjourn the special meeting (6-0)
City Council
The City Council unanimously adopted the second reading of an ordinance amending the zoning ordinance to add an Urban Core Overlay District (UCOD), with a provision to work with the Waccamaw Regional Council of Governments to clarify processes over the next two months. The council also approved several other items, including the purchase of a new fire truck and other vehicles, and authorized the City Administrator to extend a job offer for a new Planning Director. A first reading of an ordinance amending the Community Appearance Board's creation was approved 5-2.
- Adopted the Urban Core Overlay District (UCOD) zoning amendment (unanimous).
- Approved first reading of an ordinance amending the Community Appearance Board's creation (5-2).
- Approved the purchase of a Pierce Pumper Fire Truck for $549,750.00 (unanimous).
- Approved the purchase of a 2022 Ford Explorer for the Fire Department for $35,366.00 (unanimous).
- Approved the purchase of a 2022 Ford F550 Crane Truck for $89,065.00 (unanimous).
- Approved the purchase of a 2022 Ford F150 pickup truck for $27,308.00 (unanimous).
- Approved the use of Capital Project Reserve funds for Water and Wastewater needs (unanimous).
- Authorized the City Administrator to extend a job offer to Tammy Kinsley as Planning Director (unanimous).
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council held a special meeting/workshop for new member orientation, covering city government structure, budget, and policies. No substantive decisions were made; the only action was unanimous approval to adjourn.
- Approved motion to adjourn (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
City Council unanimously adopted a $2,176,075.95 budget amendment for ARPA funds, approved several zoning and ordinance changes, and ratified a school resource officer grant. Council also approved a sewer lift station contract and authorized the City Administrator to resume the City Hall project and explore relocating the Electric Department.
- Adopted $2,176,075.95 ARPA budget amendment (unanimous)
- Approved first reading of zoning ordinance adding Urban Core Overlay District (unanimous)
- Approved rezoning 1.52 acres city-owned from R1 to GC (5-1, Milton opposed)
- Approved rezoning .37 acre NTT Georgetown from R1 to GC (unanimous)
- Approved $927,729 bid to M.B. Khan for Maryville sewer lift station (unanimous)
- Ratified $105,544 school resource officer grant (unanimous)
- Authorized City Administrator to resume City Hall project and explore financing (unanimous)
- Authorized City Administrator to explore Electric Department relocation (unanimous)