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Lancaster CountySC averageUS Census ACS
Median home value
$298,100 👤 Members & officials (86)
Members seen in recent official meeting records — names and roles as published.
Who’s on the Board of Zoning Appeals
- Kemesha Lowery
- Sheresa Ingram
- Frances Liu
- James Faulkenberry
- Mark Boland
- Aaron Fender
- Charles Deese
- Joshua Pangle
Who’s on the General
- T. Alston DeVenny — Mayor
- Stuart Graham
- Steve Harper
- Jose Luis
- Maggie Norris
- Shannon Catoe
- Judianna Tinklenberg
- Allison Hardin
- Darrell Walters
- James Mulvaney
- Shelly Richards
- Brian Carnes
- Billy Mosteller
- Bryant Neal
- Charlene McGriff
- Aaron Fender
- Ashante Miller
- Dan West
- Dick Van Hall
- Frances Liu
- George Sellers
- Hazel Taylor
- Jackie Harris
- James Faulkenberry
- Kenny Hood
- Kevan Waiters
- Kim Roberts
- LaShawn Sassnett
- Lasandra Middleton
- Marcia Houston
- Mark Boalnd
- Mark Kahn
- Melissa Mendez-Neira
- Nickie Evans
- Pat Clancy
- Ronnie Sowell
- Sheila Hinson
- Silberio Francis Sr
- Sussan Brown
- Tomonica Marsh
Who’s on the Lancaster County Council
- Brian Carnes
- Steve Harper
- Charlene McGriff
- Billy Mosteller
- Allen Blackmon
- Jose Luis
- Terry Graham
- Bryant Neal
- Stuart Graham
- John McCain
- Melissa Thornton
- Scott Broome
- Darrell Walters
- James Mulvaney
- Jeff Catoe
- Jessica Eason Foggie
- Judianna Tinklenberg
- Maggie Norris
- Sabrena Harris
- Shannon Catoe
- Shelly Richards
- Stephany Snowden
Who’s on the Planning Commission
- Ben Levine
- Tamecca Neely
- Sheila Hinson
- Alan Patterson
- Charles Deese
- Matt Jones
- Rosa Sansbury
- Jim Barnett
- James Barnett
- Lynette Hinson
- Frances Liu
- Jason Cavalier
- Judianna Tinklenberg
- Yokima Cureton
- Richard Crandall
- Shelia Hinson
Municipal budget
Total revenue$129.8M (FY2023)
Total spending$87.2M (FY2023)
Taxes$86.6M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$29.7M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$869 (FY2023)
Upcoming
Mon Nov 2, 2026 · 18:30
General
Lancaster County Library Board to discuss strategic plan
The Lancaster County Library Board will meet to discuss the organization's strategic plan. The remainder of the meeting consists of procedural items.
- Discussion of Strategic Plan
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7641 Charlotte Highway, Indian Land
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Lancaster County Library Board
Agenda
Del Webb Library
7641 Charlotte Highway
Indian Land, SC 29707
NOVEMBER 2, 2026
6:30 PM
1. Welcome
2. Call to Order
3. Approval of Agenda
4. Discussion
A. Strategic Plan
5. Adjourn
Tue Nov 3, 2026 · 18:00
Board of Zoning Appeals
Board to consider variance for deck at 247 Marvin Road
The Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to review one public hearing item. The board is considering a request to allow an existing deck to remain despite a setback encroachment.
- VAR-2026-2166: Request for a 4.8 ft encroachment variance into the front yard setback at 247 Marvin Road, Indian Land
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Council Chambers, Lancaster County Administration Building, Lancaster
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Board of Zoning Appeals Members
Joshua Pangle
Mark Boland
Charles Deese
James Faulkenberry
Aaron Fender
County Attorney
Ginny L. Merck-Dupont
Secretary to BZA
Mara Mata
Zoning Director
Shannon Catoe
November 3, 2026
6:00 PM
BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS
County Council Chambers, County Administration
Building, 101 North Main Street, Lancaster, SC 29720
AGENDA
1.
Call to Order Regular Meeting
2.
Approval of the Agenda
3.
Approval of Minutes
a.
Approval of Minutes from the October 6, 2026 BZA Meeting
4.
Public Hearing Items
a.
VAR-2026-2166 Hummel-Sotak:
Application by Bryanna Hummel-Sotak for an encroachment variance of 4.8 ft into the
front yard setback on approximately 1.53 acres at 247 Marvin Road, Indian Land (TM
# 0008G-0C-012.00) to allow the existing deck that was recently expanded to remain.
Permit ID #107364.
5.
Adjournment
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hours in advance of this meeting. Lancaster County Board of Zoning Appeals agendas are posted
at the Lancaster County Administration Building and are available on the Website:
https://www.lancastercountysc.gov/
Meetings are livestreamed and can be found by using the following link:
https://www.youtube.com/@LancasterCoSCGov/streams
Wed Nov 4, 2026 · 15:00
General
101 N. Main Street, Lancaster
Thu Nov 5, 2026 · 17:00
Planning Commission
Council Chambers, Lancaster County Administration Building, Lancaster
Thu Nov 5, 2026 · 19:00
General
Lancaster County Fire Commission to discuss FY 26/27 budget
The Lancaster County Fire Commission will meet to discuss the FY 26/27 budget and the establishment of a fire fee district for Shiloh Zion Fire Department. The body will also review fire reports and grant applications.
- Discussion of Fire Commission Budget FY 26/27
- Discussion on establishing a Fire Fee District for Shiloh Zion Fire Department
- Discussion on Fire Department AFG Grants
- Discussion on approval of gift cards
- Discussion on 2027 Golf Tournament
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111 Covenant Place, Lancaster
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the Lancaster County Administration Building and are available on the Website:
https://lancastercountysc.gov/
November 5, 2026
7:00PM
Lancaster County Fire Commission
Lancaster County EOC, 111 Covenant Place
AGENDA
1. Call to Order
2. Welcome / Invocation
3. Approval of the November 5, 2026 Agenda – Deletions and Additions
4. Approval of the October 1, 2026 Minutes
5. Citizens Comments
*Please note that any handouts presented to Council Boards, Commissions become an official
part of the record, and a copy is attached to the legal minutes for the meeting in the Clerk to
Council’s Office.
6. Standing Committee Reports:
Standard Operating Guideline Committee
Strategic Planning and Governmental Operations Committee
Apparatus and Equipment Committee
Budget Planning and Appropriations Committee
Personnel and Interagency Relations Committee
7. Old Business
a. Discussion concerning Fire Rescue Moving Forward
b. Discussion concerning Report of First Due
c. Discussion concerning Fire Reports Summary
8. New Business
a. Discussion concerning Fire Commission Budget FY 26/27 (See Attached 141 and
144 Budgets)
b. Discussion concerning Approval of Gift Cards
c. Discussion concerning Call Types
d. Discussion concerning Approval of Fire Department AFG Gr …
Fri Nov 6, 2026 · 12:00
General
Lancaster County hosts Intergovernmental Luncheon for regional updates
Local government bodies are meeting to discuss transportation and legislative updates. The session includes a follow-up on the Rock Hill - Fort Mill Area Transportation Study and reports from state representatives and senators.
- Update from the Rock Hill - Fort Mill Area Transportation Study (RFATS)
- Legislative initiatives update from South Carolina State House and Senate members
- Community Roundtable for jurisdictional updates from governing bodies
- Scheduling of 2027 meeting dates: February 5, May 7, August 13, and November 5
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Lancaster County Historic Courthouse, Lancaster
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Intergovernmental Luncheon
Agenda
Friday, November 6, 2026
Lancaster County Historic Courthouse
100 North Main Street
Lancaster, SC 29720
1. Call to Order — Brian Carnes, Chair, Lancaster County Council 12:00 p.m.
2. Welcome and Recognition — Brian Carnes, Chair, Lancaster County Council
3. Invocation — County Administrator Brian Tucker
4. Approval of the Minutes from the August 7, 2026, Intergovernmental Luncheon
Meeting — pgs. 3-6
5. Discussion / Action Items
a. Update from the Rock Hill - Fort Mill Area Transportation Study (RFATS) — A follow-up
discussion from the South Carolina Department of Transportation presentation — David
Hooper, Director, Rock Hill — Fort Mill Area Transportation Study (RFATS)
b. Legislative Initiatives and Update — Honorable Brandon Newton, South Carolina State
House Representative, District 45, and Delegation Chair; Honorable Cody T. Mitchell,
South Carolina State House Representative, District 65; Honorable James M. “Mike”
Neese, South Carolina State House Representative, District 44; Honorable Richard L.
“Richie” Yow, South Carolina House District 53; Honorable Allen Blackmon, South
Carolina State Senator, District 27; Honorable Michael Johnson, South Carolina State
Senator, District 16; and Honorable Everett Stubbs, South Carolina State Senator,
District 17.
ce. Community Roundtable / Jurisdictional Updates - Chair or Administrator /
Superintendent - 2-minute update for each Governing Body
d. Announcement of Future Intergovernmental …
Mon Nov 9, 2026 · 18:00
Lancaster County Council
Council Chambers (County Administration Bldg, 2nd Floor), Lancaster
Tue Nov 17, 2026 · 18:00
Planning Commission
Council Chambers, Lancaster County Administration Building, Lancaster
Wed Nov 18, 2026 · 16:00
Lancaster County Council
Council Chambers (County Administration Bldg, 2nd Floor), Lancaster
Mon Nov 23, 2026 · 18:00
Lancaster County Council
Council Chambers (County Administration Bldg, 2nd Floor), Lancaster
Tue Dec 1, 2026 · 18:00
Board of Zoning Appeals
Council Chambers, Lancaster County Administration Building, Lancaster
Thu Dec 3, 2026 · 17:00
Planning Commission
Council Chambers, Lancaster County Administration Building, Lancaster
Mon Dec 14, 2026 · 18:00
Lancaster County Council
Council Chambers (County Administration Bldg, 2nd Floor), Lancaster
Tue Dec 15, 2026 · 18:00
Planning Commission
Council Chambers, Lancaster County Administration Building, Lancaster
Wed Dec 16, 2026 · 16:00
Lancaster County Council
Council Chambers (County Administration Bldg, 2nd Floor), Lancaster
Thu Jan 7, 2027 · 17:00
Planning Commission
Council Chambers, Lancaster County Administration Building, Lancaster
Thu Feb 4, 2027 · 17:00
Planning Commission
Council Chambers, Lancaster County Administration Building, Lancaster
Thu Mar 4, 2027 · 17:00
Planning Commission
Council Chambers, Lancaster County Administration Building, Lancaster
Thu Apr 1, 2027 · 17:00
Planning Commission
Council Chambers, Lancaster County Administration Building, Lancaster
Recent meetings
Mon Oct 26, 2026 · 17:00
Lancaster County Council
Council considers comprehensive rewrite of county zoning and development regulations
Lancaster County Council will vote on a comprehensive rewrite of the county's Unified Development Ordinance. The body is also considering a $9 million bond issuance for the Harris Mill Residential Improvement District and a temporary moratorium on new places of assembly.
- 3rd Reading of Ordinance 2026-2059: Comprehensive rewrite of zoning, subdivision, and development regulations
- 1st Reading of Ordinance 2026-2063: Authorization of up to $9,000,000 in Harris Mill Residential Improvement District Assessment Revenue Bonds
- 1st Reading of Ordinance 2026-2065: 60-day moratorium on new places of assembly and material expansions
- Public Hearing and 3rd Reading of Ordinance 2026-2060: Budget amendment for FY 2026-2027 to include supplemental state appropriations
- 1st Reading of Ordinance 2026-2064: Adoption of updated uniform building codes
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Council Chambers (County Administration Bldg, 2nd Floor), Lancaster
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Council Members County Administrator
District 1: Stuart Graham Brian Tucker
District 2: Charlene McGriff L anc aste r
District 3: Billy Mosteller, Vice Chair County Attorney
District 4: Jose Luis . County Ginny L. Merck-Dupont
District 5: Steve Harper South Carolina : ;
District 6: Bryant Neal, Secretary Clerk to Council
District 7: Brian Carnes, Chair Sherrie Simpson
October 26, 2026
5:00 PM
2 Noa
LANCASTER COUNTY COUNCIL
County Council Chambers, County Administration
Building, 101 North Main Street, Lancaster, SC 29720
AGENDA
Call to Order - Chair Brian Carnes
Executive Session
[Motions from Members may follow.]
a. Two ltems:
1. Receipt and review of legal advice subject to the attorney-client privilege regarding
the status of pending litigation related to the Planning Commission/Department.
2. Receipt of legal advice subject to the attorney-client privilege regarding the
potential imposition of requirements applicable to places of assembly.
Items Requiring a Vote Following Executive Session
Adjourn Executive Session
REGULAR SESSION AGENDA
October 26, 2026
6:00 PM
Call to Order Regular Meeting - Chairman Brian Carnes
Welcome and Recognition - Chair Brian Carnes
Pledge of Allegiance and Invocation - Council Member Stuart Graham
Approval of the Agenda
10.
11.
Citizens Comments
[Lancaster County Council welcomes comments and input from citizens who may not be
able to attend Council meetings in person. Written comments may be submitted via mail to
ATTN: Sher …
Fri Oct 23, 2026 · 17:30
General
Committee to vote on recommended funding following August presentations
The Lancaster County Accommodations Tax Advisory Committee will meet to discuss and vote on funding recommendations. These recommendations follow presentations delivered during the August 28, 2026, meeting.
- Vote on recommended funding based on August 28, 2026 presentations
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101 N. Main Street, Lancaster
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Lancaster County Accommodations Tax Advisory Committee Meeting
October 23, 2026
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Lancaster County Accommodations Tax Advisory Committee
Meeting Agenda
Friday, October 23, 2026
County Administration Building
Council Chambers
101 N. Main Street
Lancaster, SC 29720
1. Call to Order
5:30 p.m.
2. Approval of the Agenda [deletions and additions of non-substantive matters]
3. Citizens Comments
4. Approval of Minutes
a. August 28, 2026
5. Discussion / Action Items
b. Discussion and Vote on Recommended Funding Following the August 28, 2026,
Presentations
6. Adjournment
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advance of this meeting. Lancaster County Committee agendas are posted at the Lancaster County
Administration Building and are available on the Website: www.mylancastersc.org
Wed Oct 21, 2026 · 14:00
General
Airport Advisory Committee to discuss IT upgrades and budget reports
The Airport Advisory Committee is meeting to review information technology updates and the role of a new airport engineer. The body will also discuss the annual budget, fuel report, and commercial jet traffic for FY26.
- AWOS Relocation and facility Wi-Fi upgrades
- Future visioning sessions with new Airport Engineer
- Annual Budget / Fuel Report
- FY26 Commercial Jet Traffic
- Quarterly Pilots Meeting
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286 Aviation Boulevard, Lancaster
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hours in advance of this meeting. Lancaster County Council Board and Commission agendas are posted at
the Lancaster County Administration Building and are available on the Website:
https://lancastercountysc.gov
October 21, 2026
2:00 p.m.
Airport Advisory Committee
Airport Conference Room
286 Aviation Boulevard, Lancaster, SC 29720
AGENDA
1. Call to Order
2. Welcome / Invocation
3. Approval of the Agenda – Deletions and Additions
4. Approval of the Minutes
5. Citizens Comments
*Please note that any handouts presented to Council Boards and Commissions become an
official part of the record and a copy is attached to the legal minutes for the meeting in the Clerk
to Council’s Office.]
6. Old Business
• Information Technology Updates
o AWOS Relocation
o Facility Wi-Fi Upgrades
• New Airport Engineer
o Future Visioning Sessions, to include Airport Advisory
7. New Business
• Advisory Committee Updates
• Annual Budget / Fuel Report
• FY26 Commercial Jet Traffic
• Quarterly Pilots Meeting
8. Next Scheduled Meeting – January
9. Adjournment
Tue Oct 20, 2026 · 18:00
General
Indian Land Consolidated Fire Protection District Commission meets Oct. 20
The commission will meet to review the Fire Chief's report and discuss the year-to-date budget update. The agenda includes standard procedural items and a period for citizens' comments.
- Fire Chief’s Report
- Year-to-date budget update
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9370 Possum Hollow Road, Indian Land
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Indian Land Consolidated Fire Protection District Commission
Tuesday, October 20th, 2026, 6:00 P.M.
Fire Station 2, 9370 Possum Hollow Rd., Indian Land, SC
AGENDA
1. Call to Order
2. Welcome / Invocation
3. Approval of the Agenda – Deletions and Additions
4. Approval of the Minutes
5. Citizens’ Comments
6. Committee Reports
a) Fire Chief’s Report
7. Old Business
a) YTD Budget Updated
8. New Business
9. Miscellaneous Items (if applicable)
10. Adjournment
Tue Oct 20, 2026 · 18:00
Planning Commission
Planning Commission to review residential plats and three rezoning requests
The Planning Commission will decide on two preliminary plats for residential developments. The body will also consider recommendations to County Council for three rezoning applications and discuss an impact fee study.
- SD-2023-1198 The Pinery East: Preliminary plat for 309 single-family lots on 105.67 acres
- SD-2026-0992 Kingsbury - The Hollow: Preliminary plat for 564 single-family lots on 259.02 acres
- RZ-2026-1441 Justin’s Tree Service: Rezone 50.86 acres at 9546 Olin Yarborough Rd from LDR to GB
- RZ-2026-1357 Life Time Indian Land: Rezone 12.96 acres on Charlotte Hwy and Red Ventures Drive from MX to RB
- RZ-2024-0627 Lomax: Rezone 5.82 acres on 1743 Lynwood Drive from GB to MDR
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Council Chambers, Lancaster County Administration Building, Lancaster
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Planning Commission Members
District 1: Richard Crandall
District 2: Vacant
District 3: Lynette Hinson
District 4: Judianna Tinklenberg
District 5: Shelly Richards, Chair
District 6: Sheila Hinson
District 7: Frances Liu
County Attorney
Ginny L. Merck-Dupont
Secretary to Planning Commission
Mara Mata
Interim Planning Director
Shannon Catoe
October 20, 2026
6:00 PM
PLANNING COMMISSION
County Council Chambers, County Administration
Building, 101 North Main Street, Lancaster, SC 29720
AGENDA
1.
Call to Order Regular Meeting
2.
Pledge of Allegiance and Prayer
3.
Approval of the Agenda
4.
Approval of Minutes
a.
September 8, 2026 Special Meeting Minutes
b.
September 15, 2026 Regular Meeting Minutes
5.
Citizens Comments
[Lancaster County welcomes comments and input from citizens. However, because items
before the Planning Commission may not move forward to the County Council, citizens are
best served speaking during the Public Hearing for each individual item. Please sign up for
comments under the Public Hearing Item about which you wish to speak. If you are here to
speak on more than one item, please sign up under each item you wish to discuss. The
Chair will call your name to speak during the Public Hearing portion of discussion of that
item as listed on the agenda.]
6.
Public Hearing Items for Planning Commission Decision
a.
SD-2023-1198 The Pinery East (Edgewater):
Application by True Homes LLC on behalf of B &C …
Tue Oct 20, 2026 · 18:00
General
Lancaster County Historic Courthouse, Lancaster
Tue Oct 20, 2026 · 17:00
General
Old 1936 Library Building, Lancaster
Thu Oct 15, 2026 · 19:00
General
Lancaster County Fire Rescue Training Officer Association meets October 15
The Lancaster County Fire Rescue Training Officer Association is meeting to discuss training schedules and rescue drills. The body will review SCFA classes and plan for the 2027 training schedule.
- January – June SCFA classes and training schedule
- Upcoming rescue drills and fall drills dates
- IST reporting and 2027 training schedule
- Fire Commission Report
- Officer IST Post Incident Critiques
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111 Covenant Place, Lancaster
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October 15th, 2026
7:00PM
Lancaster County Fire Rescue Training Officer Association
Lancaster County EOC, 111 Covenant Place
AGENDA
1. Call to Order
2. Welcome / Invocation
3. Approval of the October 15th, 2026 Agenda – Deletions and Additions
4. Approval of the July 16th, 2026 Minutes
5. Citizens Comments
*Please note that any handouts presented to Council Boards, Commissions become an official part of the record, and
a copy is attached to the legal minutes for the meeting in the Clerk to Council’s Office.
6. Old Business
a. January – June SCFA classes / Training Schedule
b. Individual Training Records
7. New Business
a. Upcoming Rescue Drills Dates / Fall Drills
b. Training – IST reporting & year 2027 schedule
c. Upcoming Training Opportunities
8. Miscellaneous Items
a. First Responder update
b. SCFA Region 2 update
c. Fire Commission Report
d. November IST – Fire Dynamics
e. Officer IST – Post Incident Critiques
f. Training Officer Comments
9. Adjournment
Thu Oct 15, 2026 · 18:00
General
Committee to discuss Keep Lancaster County Beautiful engagement efforts
The Community Outreach and Engagement Advisory Committee will meet to discuss new business. The agenda includes a presentation on community engagement efforts from the Keep Lancaster County Beautiful Coordinator.
- Keep Lancaster County Beautiful Community Engagement Efforts presentation by Mandy Catoe
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101 N. Main Street, Lancaster
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https://lancastercountysc.gov
October 15, 2026
6:00 p.m.
Community Outreach and Engagement Advisory Committee
Lancaster County Administration Conference Room
101 N. Main Street, Lancaster, SC 29720
AGENDA
1. Call to Order
2. Welcome / Invocation
3. Approval of the Agenda – Deletions and Additions
4. Approval of the Minutes
5. Citizen Comments
*Please note that any handouts presented to Council Boards and Commissions become an
official part of the record and a copy is attached to the legal minutes for the meeting in the Clerk
to Council’s Office.]
6. Old Business
7. New Business
• Keep Lancaster County Beautiful Community Engagement Efforts – Mandy Catoe, Keep
Lancaster County Beautiful Coordinator
• Member Discussion – Other New Business
8. Adjournment
Wed Oct 14, 2026 · 16:00
Lancaster County Council
Personnel Committee to discuss County Administrator evaluation
The County Council Ad-Hoc Personnel Committee 26-27 will meet to conduct an executive session. The session is scheduled to discuss personnel matters regarding the County Administrator's office and evaluation.
- Executive session for County Administrator's evaluation
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Council Chambers, County Administration Building, Lancaster
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Committee Members
District 4: Jose Luis
District 6: Bryant Neal
District 7: Brian Carnes, Chair
County Administrator
Brian Tucker
County Attorney
Ginny L. Merck-Dupont
Clerk to Council
Sherrie Simpson
October 14, 2026
4:00 PM
LANCASTER COUNTY COUNCIL
County Council Ad-Hoc Personnel Committee 26-27
County Council Chambers, County Administration
Building, 101 North Main Street, Lancaster, SC 29720
AGENDA
1.
Call to Order County Council Ad-Hoc Personnel Committee 26-27 Meeting -
Chair Brian Carnes
2.
Approval of the Agenda
3.
Citizens Comments
[Lancaster County Council welcomes comments and input from citizens who may not be
able to attend Council meetings in person. Written comments may be submitted via mail to
ATTN: Sherrie Simpson, Post Office Box 1809, Lancaster, SC, 29721, by email to Sherrie
Simpson at ssimpson@lancastercountysc.gov or by online submission by selecting the
"Citizens Comments" link located on the County website homepage under the Agendas and
Minutes quick link at https://www.lancastercountysc.gov/. Comments must be no longer
than approximately 3 minutes when read aloud. Comments received will be acknowledged
during the Citizens Comments portion of the meeting. Comments will need to be received
prior to 4:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting. Please use the same link above in order to
submit input/comments for Public Hearings. *Please note that any handouts presented to
Council or Council Boards and Commissions …
Wed Oct 14, 2026 · 12:00
General
Health and Wellness Commission to host NAMI guest speaker
The Health and Wellness Commission will meet to hear from a guest speaker and discuss community health initiatives. The session includes updates on walkability and an upcoming training workshop.
- Guest speaker: Jennifer Sims, NAMI
- Walkability discussion with SCDPH
- Active Living Workshop training opportunity
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313 S. White Street, Lancaster
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October 14, 2026
12:00 p.m.
Health and Wellness Commission
Lancaster County Main Library
313 S. Main St., Lancaster, SC 29720
AGENDA
1. Call to Order
2. Welcome
3. Approval of the Agenda
4. Approval of the Minutes
5. New Business
a. Guest Speaker: Jennifer Sims, NAMI
b. Next scheduled meeting: Wednesday, December 9, 2026
6. Round Table Discussion/Updates
a. Walkability Discussion- SCDPH
b. Upcoming training opportunity- Active Living Workshop
7. Adjournment
Anyone requiring special services to attend this meeting should contact 285-1565 at least 24
hours in advance of this meeting. Lancaster County Council Board and Commission agendas are posted at
the Lancaster County Administration Building and are available on the Website: https://mylancastersc.org/
Wed Oct 14, 2026 · 16:00
Lancaster County Council
Council Chambers (County Administration Bldg, 2nd Floor), Lancaster
Mon Oct 12, 2026 · 18:00
Lancaster County Council
Council to consider comprehensive rewrite of county zoning and development regulations
The Lancaster County Council will hold public hearings on a comprehensive rewrite of the county's Unified Development Ordinance and budget amendments for FY 2026-2027. The body will also discuss the Capital Improvement Plan and financing.
- Public hearing and 2nd reading of Ordinance 2026-2059 to rewrite zoning, subdivision, and development regulations
- 3rd reading of Ordinance 2026-2058 and 2nd reading of Ordinance 2026-2060 regarding FY 2026-2027 budget appropriations
- 3rd reading of Ordinance 2026-2056 to rezone 0.955 acres at 792 Fort Mill Highway to Neighborhood Business
- Update on the new Williford L. Faile Detention Center
- Appointments for the Van Wyck Fire Protection Fee District Board and Community Outreach and Engagement Advisory Committee
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✓ Decided: Lancaster County Council advances Unified Development Ordinance rewrite
Council approved the second reading of a comprehensive rewrite of the county's Unified Development Ordinance. The board also approved budget amendments and a rezoning request for Fort Mill Highway.
- Approved 2nd Reading of Unified Development Ordinance rewrite (6-0)
- Approved 3rd Reading of budget appropriation Ordinance 2026-2058 (6-0)
- Approved 2nd Reading of budget appropriation Ordinance 2026-2060 (6-0)
- Approved rezoning of 0.955 acres at 792 Fort Mill Highway to Neighborhood Business (6-0)
- Reappointed Marky Trinkle to Van Wyck Fire Protection Fee District Board (6-0)
- Appointed Father Jeffrey Kirby to Community Outreach and Engagement Advisory Committee (6-0)
- Approved minutes from Sept 16, Sept 28 Special, and Sept 28 Regular meetings (6-0)
Council Chambers (County Administration Bldg, 2nd Floor), Lancaster
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Council Members
District 1: Stuart Graham
District 2: Charlene McGriff
District 3: Billy Mosteller, Vice Chair
District 4: Jose Luis
District 5: Steve Harper
District 6: Bryant Neal, Secretary
District 7: Brian Carnes, Chair
County Administrator
Brian Tucker
County Attorney
Ginny L. Merck-Dupont
Clerk to Council
Sherrie Simpson
October 12, 2026
6:00 PM
LANCASTER COUNTY COUNCIL
County Council Chambers, County Administration
Building, 101 North Main Street, Lancaster, SC 29720
AGENDA
1.
Call to Order Regular Meeting - Chair Brian Carnes
2.
Welcome and Recognition - Chair Brian Carnes
3.
Pledge of Allegiance and Invocation - Council Member Bryant Neal
4.
Approval of the Agenda
5.
Citizens Comments
[Lancaster County Council welcomes comments and input from citizens who may not be
able to attend Council meetings in person. Written comments may be submitted via mail to
ATTN: Sherrie Simpson, Post Office Box 1809, Lancaster, SC, 29721, by email to Sherrie
Simpson at ssimpson@lancastercountysc.gov or by online submission by selecting the
"Citizens Comments" link located on the County website homepage under the Agendas and
Minutes quick link at https://www.lancastercountysc.gov/. Comments must be no longer
than approximately 3 minutes when read aloud. Comments received will be acknowledged
during the Citizens Comments portion of the meeting. Comments will need to be received
prior to 4:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting. Please use …
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Council Members County Administrator
District 1: Stuart Graham Brian Tucker
District 2: Charlene McGriff Lancaster
District 3: Billy Mosteller, Vice Chair County Attorney
District 4: Jose Luis ty Ginny L. Merck-Dupont
District 5: Steve Harper South Carolina ;
District 6: Bryant Neal, Secretary Clerk to Council
District 7: Brian Carnes, Chair Sherrie Simpson
October 12, 2026
6:00 PM
LANCASTER COUNTY COUNCIL
COUNTY COUNCIL CHAMBERS, COUNTY ADMINISTRATION
BUILDING, 101 NORTH MAIN STREET, LANCASTER, SC 29720
MINUTES
Council Members Present: Steve Harper, Bryant Neal, Brian Carnes, Billy Mosteller, Charlene
McGriff, Jose Luis.
Council Members Absent: Stuart Graham.
Staff Members/Others Present: Brian Tucker, County Administrator; Ginny Merck-Dupont,
County Attorney; Sherrie Simpson, Clerk to Council; Stephany Snowden, Deputy County
Administrator; Paul Rodrigues, Budget Director; Shannon Catoe, Interim Planning Director; Clay
Catoe, Emergency Medical Services Director; Chief Greg Nicholson, Interim Fire Service
Director; the press; various elected officials; various Department Heads; various employees;
and citizens.
A quorum of Lancaster County Council was present for the meeting. The following press were
notified of the meeting by e-mail in accordance with the Freedom of Information Act: The
Lancaster News, Kershaw News Era, The Rock Hill Herald, Cable News 2, Channel 9 and the
local government channel. The agenda was posted in the lobby of the County Administration
Build …
Thu Oct 8, 2026 · 19:00
General
4455 Old Hickory Road, Lancaster
Thu Oct 8, 2026 · 14:30
General
Committee to vote on recommended funding following August presentations
The Lancaster County Accommodations Tax Advisory Committee will meet to discuss and vote on funding recommendations. These recommendations follow presentations delivered on August 28, 2026.
- Vote on recommended funding based on August 28, 2026 presentations
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101 N. Main Street, Lancaster
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Lancaster County Accommodations Tax Advisory Committee Meeting
October 8, 2026
1 | P a g e
Lancaster County Accommodations Tax Advisory Committee
Meeting Agenda
Thursday, October 8, 2026
County Administration Building
Administration Conference Room
101 N. Main Street
Lancaster, SC 29720
1. Call to Order
2:30 p.m.
2. Approval of the Agenda [deletions and additions of non-substantive matters]
3. Citizens Comments
4. Approval of Minutes
a. August 28, 2026
5. Discussion / Action Items
b. Discussion and Vote on Recommended Funding Following the August 28, 2026,
Presentations
6. Adjournment
Anyone requiring special services to attend this meeting should contact 285-1565 at least 24 hours in
advance of this meeting. Lancaster County Committee agendas are posted at the Lancaster County
Administration Building and are available on the Website: www.mylancastersc.org
Wed Oct 7, 2026 · 17:30
General
Lauren Haven Estate Event Venue, Lancaster
Tue Oct 6, 2026 · 18:00
Board of Zoning Appeals
Lancaster County BZA meets Oct. 6 to elect officers and set 2027 meeting dates
The Lancaster County Board of Zoning Appeals holds its regular meeting on October 6, 2026 at 6:00 PM in County Council Chambers at 101 North Main Street, Lancaster, SC. The agenda covers electing officers, approving the agenda and the August 4, 2026 minutes, and discussing proposed 2027 meeting dates and continuing education on code enforcement best practices. No public hearings, variances, or zoning decisions appear on this agenda.
- Election of Board of Zoning Appeals officers
- Approval of August 4, 2026 BZA regular meeting minutes
- Discussion of proposed 2027 meeting dates
- Continuing education item: Best Practices in Code Enforcement
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Council Chambers, Lancaster County Administration Building, Lancaster
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Board of Zoning Appeals Members
Joshua Pangle
Mark Boland
Charles Deese
James Faulkenberry
Aaron Fender
County Attorney
Ginny L. Merck-Dupont
Secretary to BZA
Mika Garris
Zoning Director
Shannon Catoe
October 6, 2026
6:00 PM
BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS
County Council Chambers, County Administration
Building, 101 North Main Street, Lancaster, SC 29720
AGENDA
1.
Call to Order Regular Meeting
2.
Election of Officers
3.
Approval of the Agenda
4.
Approval of Minutes
a.
August 4, 2026 BZA Regular Meeting
5.
Other
a.
Proposed Meeting Dates for 2027
b.
Continuing Education: Best Practices in Code Enforcement
6.
Adjournment
Anyone requiring special services to attend this meeting should contact 285-1565 at least 24
hours in advance of this meeting. Lancaster County Board of Zoning Appeals agendas are posted
at the Lancaster County Administration Building and are available on the Website:
https://www.lancastercountysc.gov/
Meetings are livestreamed and can be found by using the following link:
https://www.youtube.com/@LancasterCoSCGov/streams
Fri Oct 2, 2026 · 09:00
General
Lancaster County economic board to finalize strategic plan and discuss two vacancies
The Lancaster County Economic Development Advisory Board meets October 2, 2026, 9:00-10:30am at 1033 W. Meeting Street, Lancaster, SC. The board will hear economic development updates, a presentation by Brad Bucy of the Lancaster County Water & Sewer District, and discuss finalized EDAB Strategic Plan recommendations and their presentation to County Council. It will also take up two board vacancies, in the Manufacturers and Corporate Facilities seats, plus routine agenda and minutes approvals and citizens' comments.
- Discussion of finalized EDAB Strategic Plan recommendations and presentation to County Council
- Two board vacancies: Manufacturers seat and Corporate Facilities seat
- Presentation by Brad Bucy, Lancaster County Water & Sewer District
- Approval of August 7, 2026 minutes
- Citizens' Comments period
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Lancaster
County
SS
South Carolina
October 2, 2026
9:00-10:30am
Economic Development Advisory Board
1033 W. Meeting Street, Lancaster, SC 29720
AGENDA
1. Call to Order
2. Welcome / Invocation
3. Approval of the Agenda — Deletions and Additions
4. Approval of the Minutes
a. August 7, 2026 Minutes
5. Citizens’ Comments
*Please note that any handouts presented to Council Boards and Commissions become an
official part of the record and a copy is attached to the legal minutes for the meeting in the Clerk
to Council’s Office.
6. Committee Reports (if applicable)
7. Old Business
a. Economic Development Updates
9. New Business
a. Presentation by Brad Bucy, Lancaster County Water & Sewer District
b. Chairperson Discussion Topics:
o Finalized EDAB Strategic Plan recommendations; Discuss presentation to
County Council
o Two Board vacancies: Manufacturers, and Corporate Facilities
10. Miscellaneous Items (if applicable)
11. Adjournment
Anyone requiring special services to attend this meeting should contact 285-1565 at least 24
hours in advance of this meeting. Lancaster County Council Board and Commission agendas are posted at
the Lancaster County Administration Building and are available on the Website: https://mylancastersc.org/
Thu Oct 1, 2026 · 17:00
Planning Commission
Council Chambers, Lancaster County Administration Building, Lancaster
Thu Oct 1, 2026 · 18:00
General
Lancaster County Fire Commission to discuss FY 26/27 budget and AFG grants
The Lancaster County Fire Commission meets on October 1, 2026, to approve its agenda and the September 3, 2026 minutes, hear citizens comments, and receive standing committee reports. Under old business, commissioners will discuss "Fire Rescue Moving Forward," a "Report of First Due," and a "Fire Reports Summary." New business includes discussion of the Fire Commission Budget FY 26/27 (with attached 141 and 144 budgets), gift cards, call types, approval of Fire Department AFG Grants, and the 2027 meeting schedule. Miscellaneous items cover grants, training, maintenance, and station announcements.
- Discussion of Fire Commission Budget FY 26/27, with attached 141 and 144 budgets
- Discussion of approval of Fire Department AFG Grants
- Discussion of "Fire Rescue Moving Forward"
- Discussion of "Report of First Due" and "Fire Reports Summary"
- Discussion of the meeting schedule for calendar year 2027
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111 Covenant Place, Lancaster
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hours in advance of this meeting. Lancaster County Council Board and Commission agendas are posted at
the Lancaster County Administration Building and are available on the Website:
https://lancastercountysc.gov/
October 1, 2026
7:00PM
Lancaster County Fire Commission
Lancaster County EOC, 111 Covenant Place
AGENDA
1. Call to Order
2. Welcome / Invocation
3. Approval of the October 1, 2026 Agenda – Deletions and Additions
4. Approval of the September 3, 2026 Minutes
5. Citizens Comments
*Please note that any handouts presented to Council Boards, Commissions become an official
part of the record, and a copy is attached to the legal minutes for the meeting in the Clerk to
Council’s Office.
6. Standing Committee Reports:
Standard Operating Guideline Committee
Strategic Planning and Governmental Operations Committee
Apparatus and Equipment Committee
Budget Planning and Appropriations Committee
Personnel and Interagency Relations Committee
7. Old Business
a. Discussion concerning Fire Rescue Moving Forward
b. Discussion concerning Report of First Due
c. Discussion concerning Fire Reports Summary
8. New Business
a. Discussion concerning Fire Commission Budget FY 26/27 (See Attached 141 and
144 Budgets)
b. Discussion concerning Gift Cards
c. Discussion concerning Call Types
d. Discussion concerning Approval of Fire Department AFG Grants
e. Dis …
Tue Sep 29, 2026 · 18:00
General
Lancaster County Board of Assessment Appeals to hear one property classification appeal
The Lancaster County Board of Assessment Appeals meets September 29th, 2026 at 6:00 P.M. in County Council Chambers at 101 N. Main St, Lancaster, SC 29720. The agenda lists one property classification appeal, for Macchio – Parcel 0015D-0A-397.00, followed by an executive session for appeal discussion. The remaining items are procedural: call to order, roll call, approval of the agenda, and adjournment.
- Property classification appeal: Macchio – Parcel 0015D-0A-397.00
- Executive session scheduled for appeal discussion
- Meeting held in County Council Chambers, 101 N. Main St, Lancaster, SC 29720
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Lancaster County Tax Assessor
P. O. Box 1809
Lancaster, S.C. 29721
Telephone 803-285-6964
Fax# 866-990-8004
www.mylancastersc.org
Fax# 866-990-8004
LANCASTER COUNTY BOARD OF ASSESSMENT APPEALS
County Council Chambers
101 N. Main St
Lancaster, SC 29720
September 29th, 2026
6:00 P.M.
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Approval of the Agenda
4. Property Classification Appeals
a. Macchio – Parcel 0015D-0A-397.00
5. Executive Session – Appeal Discussion
6. Adjournment
Mon Sep 28, 2026 · 18:00
Lancaster County Council
Lancaster County Council to vote on rezoning 0.955 acres at 792 Fort Mill Highway
Lancaster County Council meets September 28, 2026, to consider a rezoning, a development agreement for a 92-lot subdivision, and two budget amendments. Several Old Hickory Road and Harrisburg Road items remain postponed at the applicants' requests, and one Olin Yarborough Road rezoning was withdrawn. The agenda also includes a resolution on the Capital Improvement Plan and development impact fees, plus board and commission appointments.
- 2nd Reading of Ordinance 2026-2056: rezone ~0.955 acres at 792 Fort Mill Highway (TM# 0006N-0A-006.00) from Medium Density Residential (MDR) to Neighborhood Business (NB); passed 7-0 on September 14, 2026
- 1st Reading of Ordinance 2025-1988: development agreement with AM Group Land Holdings, LLC for a 92-lot single-family cluster subdivision (SD-2021-0528); Planning Commission recommended approval 5-1
- 2nd Reading of Ordinance 2026-2058: amend the FY2026-2027 budget (Ordinance 2026-2036); passed 7-0 on September 14, 2026
- 1st Reading of Ordinance 2026-2060: amend the FY2026-2027 budget to receive State of South Carolina supplemental appropriations and create a new special revenue fund
- Resolution 1342-R2026: confirm continued implementation of Resolution 1307-R2025 on the Capital Improvement Plan and development impact fee process, with February 28, 2027 as the anticipated completion date
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✓ Decided: Council denies development agreement for 92-lot subdivision
Lancaster County Council rejected a development agreement for a 92-lot single-family cluster subdivision. The council also approved a rezoning request for a property on Fort Mill Highway and extended the timeline for the Capital Improvement Plan and impact fee process.
- Approved Resolution 1342-R2026 to continue Capital Improvement Plan and impact fee work (7-0)
- Approved 2nd Reading of Ordinance 2026-2056 to rezone 0.955 acres at 792 Fort Mill Highway to Neighborhood Business (7-0)
- Denied 1st Reading of Ordinance 2025-1988 for a 92-lot subdivision development agreement (0-7)
- Approved 2nd Reading of Ordinance 2026-2058 regarding FY2026-2027 budget appropriations (7-0)
- Approved 1st Reading of Ordinance 2026-2060 to receive supplemental state appropriations (7-0)
- Approved minutes from September 1 and September 14, 2026 meetings (7-0)
Council Chambers (County Administration Bldg, 2nd Floor), Lancaster
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Council Members
District 1: Stuart Graham
District 2: Charlene McGriff
District 3: Billy Mosteller, Vice Chair
District 4: Jose Luis
District 5: Steve Harper
District 6: Bryant Neal, Secretary
District 7: Brian Carnes, Chair
County Administrator
Brian Tucker
County Attorney
Ginny L. Merck-Dupont
Clerk to Council
Sherrie Simpson
September 28, 2026
6:00 PM
LANCASTER COUNTY COUNCIL
County Council Chambers, County Administration
Building, 101 North Main Street, Lancaster, SC 29720
AGENDA
1.
Call to Order Regular Meeting - Chair Brian Carnes
2.
Welcome and Recognition - Chair Brian Carnes
3.
Pledge of Allegiance and Invocation - Council Member Billy Mosteller
4.
Approval of the Agenda
5.
Citizens Comments
[Lancaster County Council welcomes comments and input from citizens who may not be
able to attend Council meetings in person. Written comments may be submitted via mail to
ATTN: Sherrie Simpson, Post Office Box 1809, Lancaster, SC, 29721, by email to Sherrie
Simpson at ssimpson@lancastercountysc.gov or by online submission by selecting the
"Citizens Comments" link located on the County website homepage under the Agendas and
Minutes quick link at https://www.lancastercountysc.gov/. Comments must be no longer
than approximately 3 minutes when read aloud. Comments received will be acknowledged
during the Citizens Comments portion of the meeting. Comments will need to be received
prior to 4:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting. Plea …
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Council Members County Administrator
District 1: Stuart Graham Brian Tucker
District 2: Charlene McGriff Lancaster
District 3: Billy Mosteller, Vice Chair County Attorney
District 4: Jose Luis ty Ginny L. Merck-Dupont
District 5: Steve Harper South Carolina ;
District 6: Bryant Neal, Secretary Clerk to Council
District 7: Brian Carnes, Chair Sherrie Simpson
September 28, 2026
6:00 PM
LANCASTER COUNTY COUNCIL
COUNTY COUNCIL CHAMBERS, COUNTY ADMINISTRATION
BUILDING, 101 NORTH MAIN STREET, LANCASTER, SC 29720
MINUTES
Council Members Present: Brian Carnes, Steve Harper, Jose Luis, Billy Mosteller, Charlene
McGriff, Bryant Neal, Stuart Graham
Staff Members/Others Present: Brian Tucker, County Administrator; Ginny Merck-Dupont,
County Attorney; Sherrie Simpson, Clerk to Council; Stephany Snowden, Deputy County
Administrator; Sabrena Harris, Chief Financial Officer; Paul Rodrigues, Budget Director;
Shannon Catoe, Interim Planning Director; the press; various elected officials; various
Department Heads; various employees; and citizens.
A quorum of Lancaster County Council was present for the meeting. The following press were
notified of the meeting by e-mail in accordance with the Freedom of Information Act: The
Lancaster News, Kershaw News Era, The Rock Hill Herald, Cable News 2, Channel 9 and the
local government channel. The agenda was posted in the lobby of the County Administration
Building and also on the County website the required length of time. The PowerPoint
presen …
Mon Sep 28, 2026 · 17:00
Lancaster County Council
Council to discuss pending litigation on Planning Commission in closed session
The Lancaster County Council is holding a special meeting to enter executive session for the receipt and review of legal advice regarding pending litigation related to the Planning Commission/Department. No votes are scheduled on the agenda, and the meeting is expected to adjourn after the closed session.
- Executive session on legal advice about pending litigation involving the Planning Commission/Department
- Special meeting called by Chair Brian Carnes
- No public hearings or voting items listed on the agenda
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✓ Decided: Lancaster County Council held a special meeting and executive session
The Lancaster County Council met for a special session on September 28, 2026, approving the agenda and entering an executive session to receive legal advice regarding pending litigation involving the Planning Commission and Planning Department. No substantive policy decisions or votes outside of procedural motions occurred following the executive session.
- Approved the agenda (7-0)
- Approved motion to enter executive session for legal advice regarding pending litigation (7-0)
- Approved motion to come out of executive session (7-0)
Council Chambers, County Administration Building, Lancaster
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Council Members
District 1: Stuart Graham
District 2: Charlene McGriff
District 3: Billy Mosteller, Vice Chair
District 4: Jose Luis
District 5: Steve Harper
District 6: Bryant Neal, Secretary
District 7: Brian Carnes, Chair
County Administrator
Brian Tucker
County Attorney
Ginny L. Merck-Dupont
Clerk to Council
Sherrie Simpson
September 28, 2026
5:00 PM
LANCASTER COUNTY COUNCIL
County Council Chambers, County Administration
Building, 101 North Main Street, Lancaster, SC 29720
AGENDA
1.
Call to Order Special Meeting - Chair Brian Carnes
2.
Approval of the Agenda
3.
Executive Session
[Motions from Members may follow.]
a.
One Item:
1. Receipt and review of legal advice subject to the attorney-client privilege regarding
the status of pending litigation related to the Planning Commission/Department.
4.
Items Requiring a Vote Following Executive Session
5.
Adjournment
Anyone requiring special services to attend this meeting should contact 285-1565 at least 24
hours in advance of this meeting. Lancaster County Council agendas are posted at the Lancaster
County Administration Building and are available on the Website:
https://www.lancastercountysc.gov/
Meetings are livestreamed and can be found by using the following link:
https://www.youtube.com/@LancasterCoSCGov/streams
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Council Members
District 1: Stuart Graham
District 2: Charlene McGriff
District 3: Billy Mosteller, Vice Chair
District 4: Jose Luis
District 5: Steve Harper
District 6: Bryant Neal, Secretary
District 7: Brian Carnes, Chair
County Administrator
Brian Tucker
County Attorney
Ginny L. Merck-Dupont
Clerk to Council
Sherrie Simpson
September 28, 2026
5:00 PM
LANCASTER COUNTY COUNCIL
COUNTY COUNCIL CHAMBERS, COUNTY ADMINISTRATION
BUILDING, 101 NORTH MAIN STREET, LANCASTER, SC 29720
MINUTES
Council Members Present: Brian Carnes, Steve Harper, Jose Luis, Billy Mosteller, Charlene
McGriff, Bryant Neal, Stuart Graham
Staff Members/Others Present: Brian Tucker, County Administrator; Ginny Merck-Dupont,
County Attorney; Sherrie Simpson, Clerk to Council; the press; various employees; and citizens.
A quorum of Lancaster County Council was present for the meeting. The following press were
notified of the meeting by e-mail in accordance with the Freedom of Information Act: The
Lancaster News, Kershaw News Era, The Rock Hill Herald, Cable News 2, Channel 9 and the
local government channel. The agenda was posted in the lobby of the County Administration
Building and also on the County website the required length of time. The PowerPoint
presentation utilized during the meeting is attached to the written minutes in the Clerk to
Council's office.
Call to Order Special Meeting - Chair Brian Carnes
Chairman Brian Carnes called the Lancaster Cou …
Fri Sep 25, 2026 · 14:00
General
101 N. Main Street, Lancaster
Tue Sep 22, 2026 · 18:30
General
Library board to discuss strategic plan at regular meeting
The Lancaster County Library Board is holding a regular meeting with public comments, reports from the librarian and on finances, and a discussion of the strategic plan. The agenda is mostly routine, with the strategic plan discussion as the main substantive item.
- Moment of silence for Dr. Deborah B. Cureton
- Public comments
- Librarian's report
- Financial report
- Discussion of strategic plan
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Lancaster County Library Board
Agenda
Lancaster County Library
313 S. White Street
Lancaster, SC 29720
SEPTEMBER 22 , 2026
6:30 PM
1. Welcome
A. Moment of Silence for Dr. Deborah B. Cureton
2. Call to Order- Regular Meeting
3. Public Comments
6. Librarian’s Report
7. Financial Report
4. Approval of Agenda
5.Approval of Minutes- Regular Meeting (7/28/2026)
8. Discussion items
A. Strategic Plan
9. Adjourn
Thu Sep 17, 2026 · 18:00
General
Community outreach committee to hear parks engagement update
The Lancaster County Community Outreach and Engagement Advisory Committee is meeting to approve its agenda and minutes, hear citizen comments, and discuss old and new business. The main substantive item is a presentation by Parks and Recreation Director Chris Clouden on community engagement efforts for parks and recreation.
- Presentation on Parks and Recreation community engagement efforts by Director Chris Clouden
- Citizen comments period
- Approval of agenda and minutes
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101 N. Main Street, Lancaster
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hours in advance of this meeting. Lancaster County Council Board and Commission agendas are posted at
the Lancaster County Administration Building and are available on the Website:
https://lancastercountysc.gov
September 17, 2026
6:00 p.m.
Community Outreach and Engagement Advisory Committee
Lancaster County Administration Conference Room
101 N. Main Street, Lancaster, SC 29720
AGENDA
1. Call to Order
2. Welcome / Invocation
3. Approval of the Agenda – Deletions and Additions
4. Approval of the Minutes
5. Citizen Comments
*Please note that any handouts presented to Council Boards and Commissions become an
official part of the record and a copy is attached to the legal minutes for the meeting in the Clerk
to Council’s Office.]
6. Old Business
7. New Business
• Parks and Recreation Community Engagement Efforts – Chris Clouden, Parks and
Recreation Director
• Member Discussion – Other New Business
8. Adjournment
Thu Sep 17, 2026 · 19:00
General
Fire Rescue Training Officer Association to set 2027 training schedule
The Lancaster County Fire Rescue Training Officer Association is meeting to approve the agenda and prior minutes, hear citizen comments, and discuss old and new business. Key items include reviewing training records, planning upcoming rescue drills, and setting the SCFA class schedule for January through June 2027. The agenda is largely procedural and training-focused, with no major policy or budget decisions listed.
- Approval of July 16th, 2026 minutes
- Review of individual training records
- Upcoming rescue drills and fall drill dates
- IST reporting and 2027 training schedule
- SCFA classes for January–June 2027
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111 Covenant Place, Lancaster
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hours in advance of this meeting. Lancaster County Council Board and Commission agendas are posted at
the Lancaster County Administration Building and are available on the Website: https://mylancastersc.org/
September 17th, 2026
7:00PM
Lancaster County Fire Rescue Training Officer Association
Lancaster County EOC, 111 Covenant Place
AGENDA
1. Call to Order
2. Welcome / Invocation
3. Approval of the September 17th, 2026 Agenda – Deletions and Additions
4. Approval of the July 16th, 2026 Minutes
5. Citizens Comments
*Please note that any handouts presented to Council Boards, Commissions become an official part of the record, and
a copy is attached to the legal minutes for the meeting in the Clerk to Council’s Office.
6. Old Business
a. July - December SCFA classes / Training Schedule
b. Individual Training Records
7. New Business
a. Upcoming Rescue Drills Dates / Fall Drills
b. Training – IST reporting & year 2027 schedule
c. SCFA classes January – June 2027
8. Miscellaneous Items
a. First Responder update
b. SCFA Region 2 update
c. Fire Commission Report
d. October IST – Hose Rolls & Loads
e. Officer IST – Multiunit Scene Operations
f. Training Officer Comments
9. Adjournment
Wed Sep 16, 2026 · 16:00
Lancaster County Council
Council to finalize UDO rewrite recommendations
The Lancaster County Council is holding a special meeting to discuss and take action on the Planning Commission's recommendations for rewriting the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO). This is a final discussion before any action is taken. The agenda is otherwise procedural, including approval of the agenda and citizen comments.
- Final discussion of Planning Commission recommendations on UDO rewrite
- Citizens comments and public hearing input accepted
- Special meeting called by Chair Brian Carnes
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✓ Decided: Lancaster County Council approves updated UDO recommendations
Council approved an updated matrix of recommendations for the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) rewrite. The approval accepts most Planning Commission recommendations with specific overrides regarding street naming notices, farmstand timeframes, and select item recommendations.
- Approved updated UDO recommendations matrix with specific modifications (6-0)
- Overrode Planning Commission on items 37 and 103 to use Council's recommendations (6-0)
- Decided to remove posted notices for street naming and major subdivisions on item 142 (6-0)
- Approved item 145 to allow farmstands for the full growing season rather than a set number of days (6-0)
Council Chambers, County Administration Building, Lancaster
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Council Members
District 1: Stuart Graham
District 2: Charlene McGriff
District 3: Billy Mosteller, Vice Chair
District 4: Jose Luis
District 5: Steve Harper
District 6: Bryant Neal, Secretary
District 7: Brian Carnes, Chair
County Administrator
Brian Tucker
County Attorney
Ginny L. Merck-Dupont
Clerk to Council
Sherrie Simpson
September 16, 2026
4:00 PM
LANCASTER COUNTY COUNCIL
County Council Chambers, County Administration
Building, 101 North Main Street, Lancaster, SC 29720
AGENDA
1.
Call to Order Special Meeting - Chair Brian Carnes
2.
Welcome and Recognition - Chair Brian Carnes
3.
Pledge of Allegiance and Invocation - Council Member Charlene McGriff
4.
Approval of the Agenda
5.
Citizens Comments
[Lancaster County Council welcomes comments and input from citizens who may not be
able to attend Council meetings in person. Written comments may be submitted via mail to
ATTN: Sherrie Simpson, Post Office Box 1809, Lancaster, SC, 29721, by email to Sherrie
Simpson at ssimpson@lancastercountysc.gov or by online submission by selecting the
"Citizens Comments" link located on the County website homepage under the Agendas and
Minutes quick link at https://www.lancastercountysc.gov/. Comments must be no longer
than approximately 3 minutes when read aloud. Comments received will be acknowledged
during the Citizens Comments portion of the meeting. Comments will need to be received
prior to 4:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting. Ple …
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Council Members County Administrator
District 1: Stuart Graham Brian Tucker
District 2: Charlene McGriff Lanc aster
District 3: Billy Mosteller, Vice Chair County Attorney
District 4: Jose Luis County Ginny L. Merck-Dupont
District 5: Steve Harper South Carolina ;
District 6: Bryant Neal, Secretary Clerk to Council
District 7: Brian Carnes, Chair Sherrie Simpson
September 16, 2026
4:00 PM
LANCASTER COUNTY COUNCIL
COUNTY COUNCIL CHAMBERS, COUNTY ADMINISTRATION
BUILDING, 101 NORTH MAIN STREET, LANCASTER, SC 29720
MINUTES
Council Members Present: Stuart Graham, Billy Mosteller, Jose Luis, Steve Harper, Bryant
Neal, Brian Carnes
Council Member(s) Absent: Charlene McGriff
Staff Members/Others Present: Brian Tucker, County Administrator; Ginny Merck-Dupont,
County Attorney; Sherrie Simpson, Clerk to Council; Stephany Snowden, Deputy County
Administrator; the press; various employees; and citizens.
A quorum of Lancaster County Council was present for the meeting. The following press were
notified of the meeting by e-mail in accordance with the Freedom of Information Act: The
Lancaster News, Kershaw News Era, The Rock Hill Herald, Cable News 2, Channel 9 and the
local government channel. The agenda was posted in the lobby of the County Administration
Building and also on the County website the required length of time. The PowerPoint
presentation utilized during the meeting is attached to the written minutes in the Clerk to
Council's office.
Call to Order Special Meeting - C …
Wed Sep 16, 2026 · 16:00
Lancaster County Council
Council Chambers (County Administration Bldg, 2nd Floor), Lancaster
Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 18:30
General
Indian Land Fire District Commission regular meeting with budget update
The Indian Land Consolidated Fire Protection District Commission is holding a regular meeting. The agenda includes standard procedural items such as approving the agenda and minutes, receiving citizen comments, and hearing committee reports. The main substantive item is a year-to-date budget update under old business.
- Year-to-date budget update
- Fire Chief's report
- Citizens' comments period
- Approval of previous meeting minutes
fire-districtbudgetmeetingindian-land
Fire Station 2,, Indian Land
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Lancaster
Indian Land Consolidated Fire Protection District Commission
Fire Station 2, 9370 Possum Hollow Rd., Indian Land, SC
AGENDA
1. Call to Order
. Welcome / Invocation
. Approval of the Agenda — Deletions and Additions
. Approval of the Minutes
. Citizens’ Comments
DNS on & |] N
. Committee Reports
a) Fire Chief’s Report
7. Old Business
a) YTD Budget Updated
8. New Business
9. Miscellaneous Items (if applicable)
10. Adjournment
Anyone requiring special services to attend this meeting should contact 285-1565 at least 24
hours in advance of this meeting. Lancaster County Council Board and Commission agendas are posted at
the Lancaster County Administration Building and are available on the Website: https://mylancastersc.org/
Showing the 30 most recent meetings of 218 on record. See the yearly meeting archives below for the full history.
🌐 County-level context (Lancaster County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Net migration+2,168 people (+$128.3M net AGI · 2023)
Federal disasters (10 yr)15 ({"Hurricane": 13, "Flood": 2, "Severe Storm": 2, "Biological · last Fri Jan 23, 2026)
Traffic fatalities20 (2024)
Business establishments1,769 (26,805 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,108/mo (608 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy22.3% (low numeracy 34% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
City profile
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1,110
Permitted housing units
The money — in
source: Census gov-finance & state comptrollerBudget
Revenue$129.8M
Spending$87.2M
Revenue ran ahead of operating spending this year.
Debt load LOW
Outstanding debt$29.7M
Debt-to-revenue0.23×
Debt-load index25 / 100
A debt-load indicator (national percentile of debt, deficit & aid-reliance) — not a solvency verdict. Cross-checked against official state fiscal-stress scores where they exist.
Outcomes — economic mobility
source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research useFor kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:
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Where it’s happening
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