REGULAR MEETING OF THE FLORENCE COUNTY COUNCIL, THURSDAY, AUGUST 15, 2024, 9:00 A.M., COUNTY COMPLEX, 180 N. IRBY STREET,  ROOM 803, FLORENCE SOUTH CAROLINA  PRESENT:  C. William Schofield, Chairman Waymon Mumford, Council Member Jerry W. Yarborough, Jr., Vice-Chairman Kent Caudle, Council Member Roger M. Poston, Council Member Jason M. Springs, Council Member (via telephonically) Stoney "Toney" C. Moore, Council Member Dr. Alphonso Bradley, Council Member Kevin Yokim, County Administrator D. Malloy McEachin, Jr., County Attorney Hope M. Jones, Clerk to Council  ABSENT:  Willard Dorriety, Jr., Council Member (voted by proxy) Shannon Munoz, Deputy Administrator of Operations Mitch Fulmore, Deputy Administrator of Public Safety Kristy Burch, Emergency Management Director Carleton Snow, Information Technology Director Andrew Stout, Museum Director Ashley Davison, Finance Director Steve Allen, Public Works Director Reggie Sanders, GIS Director Shawn Brashear, Planning & Enforcement Code Director Claudia Kropf, Deputy Administrator of Administration Barrott Dowdy, EMS Director Tenae Reaves, Human Resources Director Sam Brockington, Fire/Rescue Coordinator Kayla Wilson, Grants Manager Seth Taylor, Post & Courier Editor  ALSO PRESENT: Jamie Floyd, Tax Assessor  A notice of the regular meeting of the Florence County Council appeared in the August 13, 2024, edition of the MORNING NEWS. In compliance with the Freedom of Information Act, copies of the meeting Agenda were provided to members of the media, members of the public requesting copies, posted in the lobby of the County Complex,  Florence County Council Agenda August 15,2024  21r)    provided for posting at the Doctors Bruce and Lee Foundation Public Library, all branch libraries, and on the County's website www.forenecoorg). The Council meeting was made available via livestream at www.loreneeco.org. aired on the Government Access  Channel (Spectrum Channel 1301) and archived on the County website. CALLTO ORDER/INVOCATIONPLEDGE/WELCOME:  Chairman Schofield called the meeting to order. Secretary/Chaplain Mumford provided the invocation and Vice-Chairman Yarborough led the Pledge of Allegiance to the American  Flag.  MINUTES OF THE JULY18, 2024, REGULAR MEETING  Council Is Requested To Approve The Minutes Of The July 18, 2024, Regular Meeting OfThe County Council. Councilman Caudle made the motion and Councilman Poston seconded. The motion was approved unanimously by all the members present. Councilman MINUTES OF THE AUGUST 6, 2024, EMERGENCY TELECONFERENCE Council Is Requested To Approve The Minutes Of The August 6, 2024, Emergency Teleconference Meeting Of The County Council. Vice-Chairman Yarborough made the motion and Councilman Moore seconded. The motion was approved unanimously by all  Springs voted "YES" telephonically.  MEETING  the members present. Councilman Springs voted "YES" telephonically.  PUBLIC HEARINGS: published the title of the Ordinances. ORDINANCE NO.22-2024/25  Council held public hearings to receive public input with regard to the following: The Clerk  An Ordinance To Amend The Agreement For Development Of A Multi-County Industrial And Business Park By And Between Florence County And Williamsburg County, South Carolina, Providing For The Development Of A Jointly Owned And Operated Industrial/Business Park So As To Title The Industrial/Business Park As High Hill Commerce Park And To Include Additional Property In Florence County Related To Enterprise Drive, LLC (The "Company"). As Part OfThe Joint County Industrial/Business  Park, And Other Matters Relating Thereto. ORDINANCE NO. 23-2024/25  An Ordinance To Amend Ordinance No. 01-2024/25 And Other Matters Related Thereto.  Chairman Schofield declared the public hearings open.  ii  Florence County Council Agenda August 15,2024    COMMITTEE REPORTS: Finance is August 29, 2024.  Chairman Schofield stated the next meeting of the Committee on Administration &  RESOLUTIONSPROCLAMATIONS: RESOLUTION OF RECOGNITION: JOHNSONVILLE TRACK CLUB- DEFERRED  A Resolution To Recognize The State And Regional Champions Along With The  Qualifiers For The National Meet. RESOLUTIONS:  RESOLUTION NO. 07-2024/25  The Clerk published the title of the Resolution. A Resolution Expressing The Intent Of Florence County To Reimburse Itself From The Proceeds Of Proposed General Obligation Bonds For The Expenditure OfCertain Monies For Public Safety Improvements Including The Acquisition Of Certain Parcels Of Real Property For Such Purposes; And Other Matters Relating Thereto. Vice-Chairman Yarborough made the motion and Councilman Moore seconded. Mr. Yokim stated the County is considering issuing a bond later this year for a Fire Station, an EMS Station, and an evidence building for the Sheriff's Office. IRS regulations require that if the County expends funds before issuing these bonds for the projects, the County must adopt a reimbursement resolution. The County will have to purchase land to construct the facilities and if the Council moves forward with the plans the County will have to purchase the land before the bonds are issued; therefore, Council needs to adopt this resolution in accordance with IRS regulations. The motion was approved unanimously by the members present. Councilman Springs voted "YES" telephonically. Councilman Poston submitted a Proxy for Councilman Dorriety with a  "YES" vote. (The proxy is attached and incorporated by reference.)  RESOLUTION NO. 08-2024/25  The Clerk published the title oft thel Resolution. A Resolution For Emergency Management Tol Reassign Thirty Thousand, Seven Hundred And Seventy-Eight Dollars And Zero Cents ($30,778.00) Of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Funds In As It Relates To The American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Funds. Councilman Moore made the motion and Councilman Mumford seconded. Mr. Yokim stated Florence County received ARPA funds that will be utilized to provide Public Safety, Technology Infrastructure, and Capital Improvement Projects. Florence County EMD proposes to reassign a portion ofits ARPA funds ($30,778.00) as follows: retrofit as storage facility purchased via grant funding. EMD would like to utilize these funds for the installation of insulation, electrical, and HVAC: in  iii  Florence County Council Agenda August 15,2024  DA    order to obtain a climate-controlled storage facility. The motion was approved unanimously by the members present. Councilman Springs voted "YES" telephonically. Councilman Poston submitted a Proxy for Councilman Dorriety with a "YES" vote. (The  proxy is attached and incorporated by reference.) RESOLUTION NO. 09-2024/25  The Clerk published the title of the Resolution. A Resolution To Amend Section 4 Of Resolution No. 05-2009/10 In Order To Authorize The Inclusion Of One (1) Additional Participant In The South Carolina Procurement Card Program. Councilman Caudle made the motion and Vice-Chairman Yarborough seconded. Mr. Yokim stated Resolution No. 5-2009/10 authorizing Florence County's participation ini the South Carolina Procurement Card Program was adopted by Florence County Council onl November 19, 2009. Increasing Florence County's participation ini this Program will further reduce the County's exposure to a certain amount of financial risk by having open charge accounts at various vendors throughout the County, a necessity for many small purchases. Efficiencies currently experienced by the County's participation in this Program will increase with an increasei in participation in this program. Since the inception of the County's participation in the Program each procurement card has been used solely for official, authorized use, and each transaction has been reconciled timely and fully accounted for at all times in accordance with Section 1 of Resolution No. 5-2009/10. The motion was approved unanimously by the members present. Councilman Springs voted "YES" telephonically. Councilman Poston submitted a Proxy for Councilman Dorriety with a "YES" vote. (The proxy is  attached and incorporated by reference.) RESOLUTION NO. 10-2024/25  The Clerk published the title of the Resolution. A Resolution Designating Specific Individual Projects To Be Funded From CPST III Excess Pursuant To Section 2.02 Of Ordinance No. 16-2023/24. Councilman Caudle made the motion and Councilman Poston seconded. Mr. Yokim stated Florence County adopted Ordinance 16-2023/24 on November 16, 2023. Section 2.02 of Ordinance 16-2023/24 is for the Designation of Specific Projects and within the project categories set forth in Section 2.01(a)-(g), Council shall by resolution from time to time designate the specific individual projects tol be funded from CPST III Excess. There are several projects designated throughout Florence County that totaled $5,040,635. The motion was approved unanimously by the members present. Councilman Springs voted "YES" telephonically. Vice-Chairman Yarborough submitteda a Proxy for Councilman Dorriety with a' "YES" vote. (The proxy is attached and incorporated  by reference.)  RESOLUTION NO.11-2024/25  The Clerk published the title oft the Resolution. A Resolution For Parks And Recreation To Reassign One Hundred Thousand Dollars ($100,000.00) Of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Funds In Accordance With The Final Rule From The United States Treasury As  iv  Florence County Council Agenda August 15,2024  2"8    It Relates To The American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Funds. Vice-Chairman Yarborough made the motion and Councilman Moore seconded. Mr. Yokim stated Florence County received ARPA funds that will be utilized to provide Public Safety, Technology Infrastructure, and Capital Project Improvements. Florence County allocated a portion of its ARPA funds to Parks and Recreation to purchase property known as Tax Map Number 00019-04-045 and 00019-04-051 on. July 20, 2023, to enhance the Lynches River Athletic Complex. This land was not purchased; therefore, Parks and Recreation would like to reassign these funds for an access improvements and expansion project study along with the construction of said improvements for Lynches River Complex. Florence County ARPA funds must be obligated by December 31, 2024. The motion was approved unanimously by the members present. Councilman Springs voted "YES" telephonically. Vice-Chairman Yarborough submitted a Proxy for Councilman Dorriety with a "YES"  vote. (The proxy is attached and incorporated by reference.)  RESOLUTION NO. 12-2024/25  The Clerk published the title oft the Resolution. A Resolution Authorizing Matching Grant Funds For A South Carolina Department Of Parks, Recreation, And Tourism Grant Program For Amenities At The Lynches River County Park Disc Golf Course To Be Funded From Local Accommodation Taxes. Councilman Caudle made the motion and Councilman Poston seconded. Mr. Yokim stated the total project cost is estimated at $723,556. Florence County will fund $100,556 for a restroom facility equipped with accessible amenities and a concession area and $423,000 for the installation of an asphalt parking lot. The South Carolina Department of Parks, Recreation, and Tourism Undiscovered SC Grant will fund $200,000: for this] project. The estimate fort the installation oft the parking lot isa ai rough estimate that has built-in contingencies. The Disc GolfCourse at Lynches River County Park is expected to be open in November, weather permitting. Florence County will submit an application to SCPRT on or before August 9, 2024. The balance will be funded from the Local Accommodations Tax Fund. The motion was approved unanimously by the members present. Councilman Springs voted "YES" telephonically. Councilman Moore submitted a Proxy for Councilman Dorriety with a  "YES" vote. (The proxy is attached and incorporated by reference.)  RESOLUTION NO. 13-2024/25  The Clerk published the title oft the Resolution. A Resolution To Amend Section 9.3D(1) Of The Florence County Personnel Policy Manual Regarding Moving A Position To A New Classification And Abolishing Any Existing Classification Procedures. Vice- Chairman Yarborough made the motion and Councilman Bradley seconded. Mr. Yokim stated one purpose of the Classification portion of the Comp & Class Plan is to group positions into classes. Section 9.3B states that no person should be appointed to or employed in a position under a title not included in the classification plan. The attached Title Changes update the Classification portion of the Comp & Class Plan and have no financial impact on the budget. The updates to titles are intended to clarify duties for  Florence County Council Agenda August 15,2024  oimg    internal employees and external applicants. The amended section of 9.3D(1) allows the County Administrator to approve title changes to improve efficiency and expedite internal process improvements. The motion was approved unanimously by the members present. Councilman Springs voted "YES" telephonically. Councilman Moore submitted a Proxy for Councilman Dorriety with a "YES" vote. (The proxy is attached and incorporated by Chairman Schofield asked Councilman Caudlei ifanyone signed up for thel Public Hearings. Councilman Caudle stated "NO". Chairman Schofield ask the Clerk if she received any correspondence before the meeting for the Public Hearings. The Clerk stated "NO".  reference.)  Chairman Schofield declared the public hearings closed.  ORDINANCES IN POSITION:  ORDINANCE NO.37-202324THIRD READING  The Clerk published the title of the Ordinance. An Ordinance To Change The Zoning Designation For Thel Property In Group One OfThe East Highway 76 Gateway Study From Unzoned' To THTownhouse District. Furthermore, The Requirements OfFlorence County Code Of Ordinances, Chapter 30, Zoning Ordinance, Article II. = Zoning District Regulations, Division 7, Corridor Overlay District, Shall Apply To The Property Included In This Amendment That Lay Within Five Hundred Feet (500) Of The Corridor. Any Parcel That Extends Beyond 500' From The Corridor Shall Be Wholly Covered By The Overlay District IfThe Outer Area Is Twenty Percent (20%) Or Less OfThe Total Parcel Size. This Measurement Shall Be Taken From The Roads Edge, Or Curb, And Extend Landwards. This Amendment Shall Apply To The Following Properties As They Are Reflected On The Tax Maps As: 00275-01-103, 00275-01-236, 00275-01-237; And Other Matters Related Thereto. (Planning Commission Approved 7 to 0; Council District 6). Councilman Moore made the motion and Councilman Poston seconded. The motion was approved unanimously on the third reading of the ordinance by the members present. Councilman Springs voted "YES" telephonically. Councilman Caudle recused himself The Clerk published the title of the Ordinance. An Ordinance To Change The Zoning Designation For The Property In Group One OfThe East Highway 76 Gateway Study From Unzoned Tol RU-1 Rural Community District. Furthermore, The Requirements OfFlorence County Code Of Ordinances, Chapter 30, Zoning Ordinance, Article II. - Zoning District Regulations, Division 7, Corridor Overlay District, Shall Apply To The Property Included In This Amendment That Lay Within Five Hundred Feet (500') OfThe Corridor. Any Parcel That Extends Beyond 500' From The Corridor Shall Be Wholly Covered By The Overlay District IfThe Outer Area Is Twenty Percent (20%) Or Less OfThe Total Parcel  from all zoning ordinances.  ORDINANCE NO. 38-2023/24 THIRD READING  vi  Florence County Council Agenda August 15,2024    Size. This Measurement Shall Be Taken From The Roads Edge, Or Curb, And Extend Landwards. This Amendment Shall Apply To The Following Property As It Is Reflected On The Tax Maps As: 00240-01-013; And Other Matters Related Thereto. (Planning Commission Approved 61 to 1; Council District 7). Councilman Mumford made the motion and' Vice-Chairman Yarborough seconded. The motion was approved unanimously on the third reading of the ordinance by the members present. Councilman Springs voted "YES"  telephonically. Councilman Caudle recused himself from the vote. ORDINANCEI NO. 40-2023/24 THIRD READING  The Clerk published the title of the Ordinance. An Ordinance To Change The Zoning Designation For Properties In Group One OfThe East Highway 76 Gateway Study From Unzoned To R-1 Single Family Residential District. Furthermore, The Requirements Of Florence County Code OfOrdinances, Chapter 30, Zoning Ordinance, Article II. -Zoning District Regulations, Division 7, Corridor Overlay District, Shall Apply To All Properties Included In This Amendment That Lay Within Five Hundred Feet (500")OfThe Corridor. Any Parcel That Extends Beyond 500' From The Corridor Shall Be Wholly Covered By The Overlay District IfThe Outer Area Is Twenty Percent (20%) Or Less OfThe Total Parcel Size. This Measurement Shall Be Taken From The Roads Edge, Or Curb, And Extend Landwards. This Amendment Shall Apply To The Following Properties As They Are Reflected On The Tax Maps As: 00204-01-022, 00204-01-079,00204-01-081,00238- 01-043, 00238-01-063, 00238-01-068; And Other Matters Related Thereto. (Planning Commission Approved6 61 to 0; Council District 6,7). Vice-Chairman Yarborough made the motion and Councilman Moore seconded. The motion was approved unanimously on the third reading oft the ordinance by the members present. Councilman Springs voted "YES"  telephonically. Councilman Caudle recused himself from the vote. ORDINANCE NO. 41-2023/24 THIRD READING  The Clerk published the title of the Ordinance. An Ordinance To Change The Zoning Designation For Properties In Group One OfThe East Highway 76 Gateway Study From Unzoned To MMF Mixed Multi-Family District. Furthermore, The Requirements Of Florence County Code OfOrdinances, Chapter 30, Zoning Ordinance, Article IL.-Zoning District Regulations, Division 7, Corridor Overlay District, Shall Apply To All Properties Included In This Amendment That Lay Within Five Hundred Feet (500")OfThe Corridor. Any Parcel That Extends Beyond 500' From The Corridor Shall Be Wholly Covered By The Overlay District If The Outer Area Is Twenty Percent (20%) Or Less OfThe Total Parcel Size. This Measurement Shall Be Taken From The Roads Edge, Or Curb, And Extend Landwards. This Amendment Shall Apply To The Following Property As Itl Is Reflected On The Tax Maps As: 00240-01-017; And Other Matters Related Thereto. (Planning Commission Approved 7 to 0; Council District 6). Councilman Moore made the motion and Councilman Bradley seconded. The motion was approved unanimously on the third reading of the ordinance by the members present. Councilman Springs voted "YES"  telephonically. Councilman Caudle recused himself from the vote.  vii  Florence County Council Agenda August 15,2024    ORDINANCE NO. 42-2023/24' THIRD READING  The Clerk published the title of the Ordinance. An Ordinance To Change The Zoning Designation For Properties In Group One OfThe East Highway 76 Gateway Study From Unzoned To FO/LI Flex Office/Light Industrial District. Furthermore, The Requirements Of Florence County Code Of Ordinances, Chapter 30, Zoning Ordinance, Article II. - Zoning District Regulations, Division 7, Corridor Overlay District, Shall Apply To All Properties Included In This Amendment That Lay Within Five Hundred Feet (500")OfThe Corridor. Any Parcel That Extends Beyond 500' From The Corridor Shall Be Wholly Covered By The Overlay District IfThe Outer Area Is Twenty Percent (20%) Or Less Of The Total Parcel Size. This Measurement Shall Be Taken From The Roads Edge, Or Curb, And Extend Landwards. This Amendment Shall Apply To The Following Properties As They Are Reflected On The Tax Maps As: 00236-01-035, 00236-01-039, 00240-01-005, 00240-01-007, 00240-01-018, 00241-01-015, 00241-01-023, 00275-01-134; And Other Matters Related Thereto. (Planning Commission Approved 7 to 0; Council District 6, 7). Councilman Moore made the motion and Vice-Chairman Yarborough seconded. The motion was approved unanimously on the third reading of the ordinance by the members present. Councilman Springs voted "YES" telephonically. Councilman Caudle recused  himself from the vote.  ORDINANCENO. 43-2023/247 THIRD READING  The Clerk published the title of the Ordinance. An Ordinance To Change The Zoning Designation For Properties In Group One OfThe East Highway 76 Gateway Study From Unzoned To B-6 Industrial District. Furthermore, The Requirements OfFlorence County Code Of Ordinances, Chapter 30, Zoning Ordinance, Article II. - Zoning District Regulations, Division 7, Corridor Overlay District, Shall Apply To All Properties Included In This Amendment That Lay Within Five Hundred Feet (500) Of The Corridor. Any Parcel That Extends Beyond 500' From The Corridor Shall Be Wholly Covered By The Overlay District IfThe Outer Area Is Twenty Percent (20%) Or Less OfThe Total Parcel Size. This Measurement Shall Be Taken From The Roads Edge, Or Curb, And Extend Landwards. This Amendment Shall Apply To The Following Properties As They Are Reflected On The Tax Maps As: 02020.015,.00020. 00236-01-001, 00236-01- 014, 00236-01-015, 00236-01-016, 00236-01-018, 00236-01-019, 00236-01-023, 00236- 01-024, 00236-01-026, 00236-01-027, 00236-01-028, 00236-01-031, 00236-01-036, 00236-01-037, 00236-01-038, 00236-01-040, 00240-01-012; And Other Matters Related Thereto. (Planning Commission Approved 7 to 0; Council District 7). Vice-Chairman Yarborough made the motion and Councilman Moore seconded. The motion was approved unanimously on the third reading of the ordinance by the members present. Councilman Springs voted "YES" telephonically. Councilman Caudle recused himselff from the vote. The Clerk published the title of the Ordinance. An Ordinance To Change The Zoning Designation For Properties In Group One OfThe East Highway 76 Gateway Study From Unzoned To B-5 Office And Light Industrial District. Furthermore, The Requirements Of  ORDINANCE NO. 44-2023/24' THIRD READING  viii  Florence County Council Agenda August 15,2024  AX    Florence County Code OfOrdinances, Chapter 30, Zoning Ordinance, Article IL.-Zoning District Regulations, Division 7, Corridor Overlay District, Shall Apply To All Properties Included In This Amendment That Lay Within Five Hundred Feet (500")OfThe Corridor. Any Parcel That Extends Beyond 500' From The Corridor Shall Be Wholly Covered By The Overlay District If The Outer Area Is Twenty Percent (20%) Or Less Of The Total Parcel Size. This Measurement Shall Be Taken From The Roads Edge, Or Curb, And Extend Landwards. This Amendment Shall Apply To The Following Properties As They Are Reflected On The Tax Maps As: 00202-01-053,00202-01-064, 00237-01-003, ,00240- 01-010; And Other Matters Related Thereto. (Planning Commission Approved 7 to 0; Council District 7). Councilman Mumford made the motion and Councilman Bradley seconded. The motion was approved unanimously on the third reading oft the ordinance by the members present. Councilman Springs voted "YES" telephonically. Councilman  Caudle recused himself from the vote.  ORDINANCE NO. 45-2023/24 THIRD READING  The Clerk published the title of the Ordinance. An Ordinance To Change The Zoning Designation For Properties In Group One OfThe East Highway 76 Gateway Study From Unzoned To B-1 Limited Business District. Furthermore, The Requirements Of Florence County Code Of Ordinances, Chapter 30, Zoning Ordinance, Article II. - Zoning District Regulations, Division 7, Corridor Overlay District, Shall Apply To. All Properties Included In This Amendment That Lay Within Five Hundred Feet (500") Of The Corridor. Any Parcel That Extends Beyond 500' From The Corridor Shall Be Wholly Covered By The Overlay District IfT The Outer Area Is Twenty Percent (20%) Orl Less OfThe Total Parcel Size. This Measurement Shall Be Taken From The Roads Edge, Or Curb, And Extend Landwards. This Amendment Shall Apply To The Following Properties As They Are Reflected On The Tax Maps As: 00239-01-008, 00239-01-014, 00239-01-033, 00239-01- 036, 00239-01-037; And Other Matters Related' Thereto. (Planning Commission Approved 7to 0; Council District 6). Councilman Moore made the motion and Vice-Chairman Yarborough seconded. The motion was approved unanimously on the third reading of the ordinance by the members present. Councilman Springs voted "YES" telephonically.  Councilman Caudle recused himself from the vote. ORDINANCEI NO. 46-202324THIRD READING  The Clerk published the title of the Ordinance. An Ordinance To Change The Zoning Designation For Properties In Group One OfThe East Highway 76 Gateway Study From Unzoned To CMU Commercial Mixed-Use District. Furthermore, The Requirements Of Florence County Code OfOrdinances, Chapter 30, Zoning Ordinance, Article II.-Z Zoning District Regulations, Division 7, Corridor Overlay District, Shall Apply To All Properties Included In This Amendment That Lay Within Five Hundred Feet (500")OfThe Corridor. Any Parcel That Extends Beyond 500' From The Corridor Shall Be Wholly Covered By The Overlay District If The Outer Area Is Twenty Percent (20%) Or Less Of The Total Parcel Size. This Measurement Shall Be Taken From The Roads Edge, Or Curb, And Extend Landwards. This Amendment Shall Apply To The Following Properties As They  ix  Florence County Council Agenda August 15,2024  32    Are Reflected On The Tax Maps As: 0020.02.02.02.0.03,01.03.02.92.01.024.092 01-025, 00202-01-036, 00202-01-058, 00202-01-059, 00202-01-066, 00202-01-067, 00202-01-070, 00202-01-074, 00202-01-076, 00202-01-081, 00203-01-025, 00203-01- 026, 00203-01-027, 00203-01-029, 00203-01-032, 00203-01-082, 00236-01-001, 00236- 01-030, 00236-01-033, 00237-01-006, 00237-01-017, 00238-01-007, 00238-01-008, 00238-01-019, 00238-01-022, 00238-01-059, 00238-01-062, 00238-01-070, 00240-01- 001, 00240-01-008, 00240-01-011, 00240-01-015, 00240-01-016, 00241-01-006, 00241- 01-008, 00241-01-018, 00241-01-022, 00241-01-024, 00241-01-088, 00241-01-089, 00241-01-090, 00241-01-127, 00241-01-192, 00275-01-010, 00275-01-015, 00275-01- 108, 00275-01-110, 00275-01-129, 00275-01-148, 00275-01-149, 00275-01-231, 00276- 01-001, 00276-01-002, 00276-01-003, 00276-01-004, 00276-01-018, 00276-01-020, 00276-01-024, 00276-01-028, 00276-01-029, 00276-01-030, 00276-01-031, 00276-01- 033, 00276-01-035, 00276-01-037, 00276-01-038, 00276-01-039, 00276-01-040, 00276- 01-041; And Other Matters Related Thereto. (Planning Commission Approved 7 to 0; Council District 6, 7). Councilman Moore made the motion and Vice-Chairman Yarborough seconded. The motion was approved unanimously on the third reading oft the ordinance by the members present. Councilman Springs voted "YES" telephonically. The Clerk published the title of the Ordinance. An Ordinance To Change The Zoning Designation For Properties OfTax Map Numbers 00202, Block 01, Parcel 003 And 065 Located At15101 E. Pocket Road, Florence, SC And Property Located Off OfN. Williston Road And E. Pocket Road, Florence, SC From RU-1 Rural Community District To B-3 General Commercial District; And Other Matters Related Thereto. (Planning Commission Approved 3 to 2; Council District 7). Councilman Mumford made the motion and Councilman Moore seconded. The motion was approved on the third reading of the ordinance by the members present. Councilman Poston voted in the negative. Councilman Springs voted' "YES" telephonically. Councilman Caudle recused himself from the vote. (6to 1 vote) (Councilmen Moore, Yarborough, Schofield, Mumford, Bradley, and Springs  Councilman Caudle recused himself from the vote. ORDINANCE NO. 71-2023/24 THIRD READING  voted in the affirmative, and Poston voted in the negative) ORDINANCENO. 73-2023/24 THIRD READING  The Clerk published the title oft the Ordinance. An Ordinance To Change The Future Land Use Designation From Variable Development District 1 To Variable Development District 2 For Property Located Off OfE. Old Marion Hwy, Florence, SC. As Shown On Florence County Tax Map Number 00176, Block 01, Parcel 036; And Other Matters Related Thereto. (Planning Commission Approved 3 to 2; Council District 7). Councilman Mumford made the motion and Councilman Bradley seconded. The motion was approved unanimously on the third reading of the ordinance by the members present. Councilman Springs voted "YES" telephonically. Councilman Caudle recused himselffrom the vote.  Florence County Council Agenda August 15,2024  28    ORDINANCE NO. 74-202324THIRD READING  The Clerk published the title of the Ordinance. An Ordinance To Change The Zoning Designation For Property Located OffOfE. Old Marion Hwy, Florence, SC From RU-1 Rural Community District And B-3 General Commercial District To RU-2 Rural Resource District Consisting OfThe Following Properties As They Are Reflected On The Tax Maps As: 00175-01-108, 00176-01-020, 00176-01-021, 00176-01-036, 00176-01-045, 00176- 01-052; And Other Matters Related Thereto. (Planning Commission Approved 3 to 2; Council District 7). Councilman Mumford made the motion and Councilman Bradley seconded. The motion was approved unanimously on the third reading oft the ordinance by the members present. Councilman Springs voted "YES" telephonically. Councilman  Caudle recused himself from the vote.  ORDINANCE NO. 75-202324THIRD READING  The Clerk published the title of the Ordinance. An Ordinance To Change The Zoning Designation For Property Of Tax Map Number 00174, Block 01, Parcels 063 and 070 Located At 330 Creek Drive, Quinby, SC From Unzoned To RU-1A Rural Community District; And Other Matters Related Thereto. (Planning Commission Approved 5 to 0; Council District 3). Councilman Bradley made the motion and Councilman Mumford seconded. The motion was approved unanimously on the third reading of the ordinance by the members present. Councilman Springs voted "YES" telephonically. Councilman  Caudle recused himself from the vote.  ORDINANCE NO. 76-202324THIRD READING  The Clerk published the title of the Ordinance. An Ordinance To Change The Zoning Designation For Property OfTax Map Number 00173, Block 01, Parcel 137 Located Off Ofw. Freight Road, Florence, SC From RU-1 Rural Community District To B-3 General Commercial District; And Other Matters Related Thereto. (Planning Commission Approved 5 to 0; Council District 7). Councilman Mumford made the motion and Councilman Bradley seconded. The motion was approved unanimously on the third reading of the ordinance by the members present. Councilman Springs voted "YES"  telephonically. Councilman Caudle recused himself from the vote. ORDINANCE NO. 77-2023/247 THIRD READING  The Clerk published the title of the Ordinance. An Ordinance For Text Amendments To The Florence County Code Of Ordinances, Chapter 30, ZONING ORDINANCE, ARTICLE II. - ZONING DISTRICT REGULATIONS, And ARTICLE X. - DEFINITIONS; And Other Matters Related Thereto. (Planning Commission Approved 5 to0).Councilman Caudle made the motion and Vice-Chairman Yarborough seconded. The motion was approved unanimously on the third reading of the ordinance by the members  present. Councilman Springs voted "YES" telephonically.  xi  Florence County Council Agenda August 15, 2024  iny    ORDINANCE NO. 78-2023/24 THIRD READING  The Clerk published the title of the Ordinance. An Ordinance Approving An Amendment To The Agreement Governing The Marion-Florence Industrial Park Between Marion County, South Carolina And Florence County, South Carolina, And Other Matters Relating Thereto. Vice-Chairman Yarborough made the motion and Councilman Moore seconded. The motion was approved unanimously on the third reading of the ordinance by the  members present. Councilman Springs voted "YES" telephonically. ORDINANCENO. 79-2023/24 THIRD READING  The Clerk published the title oft the Ordinance. An Ordinance To Authorize And Approve An Agreement For The Development Of A Multi-County Park Agreement By And Between Florence County And Darlington County, Such Multi-County Park To Be Geographically Located In Florence County And Darlington County And Established Pursuant To Section 4-1-170OfThe Code OfLaws OfSouth Carolina 1976, As Amended; Authorizing The Inclusion Of Certain Property Located In Florence County In The Multi- County Park; And Other Matters Related Thereto. Councilman Poston made the motion and Councilman Caudle seconded. The motion was approved unanimously on the third reading of the ordinance by the members present. Councilman Springs voted "YES"  telephonically.  ORDINANCE NO. 02-2024/25 SECOND READING  The Clerk published the title of the Ordinance. An Ordinance To Change The Zoning Designation For Properties In Group One OfThe East Highway 76 Gateway Study From Unzoned Tol MR Low Density Mixed Residential District. Furthermore, The Requirements Of Florence County Code Of Ordinances, Chapter 30, Zoning Ordinance, Article II. - Zoning District Regulations, Division 7, Corridor Overlay District, Shall Apply To All Properties Included In This Amendment That Lay Within Five Hundred Feet (500")OfThe Corridor. Any Parcel That Extends Beyond 500' From The Corridor Shall Be Wholly Covered By The Overlay District IfThe Outer Area Is Twenty Percent (20%) Or Less Of The Total Parcel Size. This Measurement Shall Be Taken From The Roads Edge, Or Curb, And Extend Landwards. This Amendment Shall Apply To The Following Properties As They Are Reflected On The Tax Maps As: 00238-01-065, 00239-01-005, 00239-01-006, 00239-01-013, 00239-01-044; And Other Matters Related Thereto. (Planning Commission Approved 8 to 0; Council Districts 6, 7). Councilman Poston made the motion and Vice- Chairman Yarborough seconded. Mr. Yokim stated this map amendment was requested by Florence County. The subject properties are currently unzoned with varying uses being vacant and residential. Surrounding properties are unzoned. The motion was approved on the second reading of the ordinance by the members present. Councilman Springs voted "YES" telephonically. Councilman Caudle recused himselfi from the vote. The Clerk published the title of the Ordinance. An Ordinance To Change The Zoning Designation For Property OfTax Map Number 00275, Block 01, Parcel 122 Located Off  ORDINANCE NO. 03-2024/255 SECOND READING  xii  Florence County Council Agenda August 15, 2024  2y    OfE. Palmetto Street, Florence, SC From Unzoned Tol B-6 Industrial District. Furthermore, The Requirements Of Florence County Code Of Ordinances, Chapter 30, Zoning Ordinance, Article II. -2 Zoning District Regulations, Division 7, Corridor Overlay District, Shall Apply To All Properties Included In This Amendment That Lay Within Five Hundred Feet (500') Of The Corridor. Any Parcel That Extends Beyond 500' From The Corridor Shall Be Wholly Covered By The Overlay District IfThe Outer Area Is Twenty Percent (20%) Or Less Of The Total Parcel Size. This Measurement Shall Be Taken From The Roads Edge, Or Curb, And Extend Landwards; And Other Matters Related Thereto. (Planning Commission Approved 8 to 0; Council District 6). Councilman Moore made the motion and Vice-Chairman Yarborough seconded. Mr. Yokim stated this zoning map amendment was requested by Crescent Farming, LLC. The subject property is currently unzoned and vacant. Surrounding properties are unzoned with current use consisting of commercial, industrial, residential, and vacant. The motion was approved on the second reading of the ordinance by the members present. Councilman Springs voted "YES"  telephonically. Councilman Caudle recused himself from the vote. ORDINANCENO. 04-2024/25 SECOND READING  The Clerk published the title of the Ordinance. An Ordinance To Change The Zoning Designation For Property Of Tax Map Number 00276, Block 01, Parcel 018 and 030 Located OffOfE. Palmetto Street and Wallace Woods Road Florence, SC From Unzoned Tol R-1 Single Family Residential District; And Other Matters Related Thereto. (Planning Commission Approved 8 to 0; Council District 6). Councilman Moore made the motion and Vice-Chairman Yarborough seconded. Mr. Yokim stated this zoning map amendment was requested by Jane Hamilton Vernon. The subject property is currently vacant and unzoned. Surrounding properties are unzoned with current uses being residential and vacant. The motion was approved on the second reading oft the ordinance by the members present. Councilman Springs voted "YES" telephonically. Councilman Caudle recused The Clerk published the title of the Ordinance. An Ordinance To Change The Zoning Designation For Property OfTax Map Number 00276, Block 01, Parcel 003 Located Off Of E. Palmetto Street, Florence, SC From Unzoned To R-1 Single Family Residential District; And Other Matters Related Thereto. (Planning Commission Approved 8 to 0; Council District 6). Councilman Moore made the motion and Councilman Poston seconded. Mr. Yokim stated this zoning map amendment was requested by Salco Land, LLC. The subject property is currently vacant and unzoned. Surrounding properties are unzoned with current uses being residential, educational, and vacant. The motion was approved on the second reading of the ordinance by the members present. Councilman Springs voted "YES" telephonically. Councilman Caudle recused himself from the vote.  himself from the vote.  ORDINANCENO. 05-2024/25 SECOND READING  xii  Florence County Council Agenda August 15,2024  aMf    ORDINANCE NO. 06-2024/25 SECOND READING  The Clerk published the title of the Ordinance. An Ordinance To Change The Zoning Designation For Properties In Group Two OfThe East Highway 76 Gateway Study From Unzoned To CMU Commercial Mixed-Use District. Furthermore, The Requirements Of Florence County Code OfOrdinances, Chapter 30, Zoning Ordinance, Article II. - Zoning District Regulations, Division 7, Corridor Overlay District, Shall Apply To All Properties Included In This Amendment That Lay Within Five Hundred Feet (500")OfThe Corridor. Any Parcel That Extends Beyond 500' From The Corridor Shall Be Wholly Covered By The Overlay District If The Outer Area Is Twenty Percent (20%) Or Less OfThe Total Parcel Size. This Measurement Shall Be Taken From The Roads Edge, Or Curb, And Extend Landwards. This Amendment Shall Apply To The Following Properties As They Are Reflected On The Tax Maps: 00237-01-002, 0050.0,0041.00. 00241-01- 012; And Other Matters Related Thereto. (Planning Commission Approved 8 to 0; Council Districts 6, 7). Councilman Moore made the motion and Vice-Chairman Yarborough seconded. Mr. Yokim stated this zoning map amendment was requested by Florence County. The subject properties are currently unzoned with varying uses; ai majority ofthem being commercial. Surrounding properties are unzoned. The motion was approved on the second reading ofthe ordinance by the members present. Councilman Springs voted" "YES"  telephonically. Councilman Caudle recused himself from the vote. ORDINANCE NO. 07-2024/25 SECOND READING  The Clerk published the title of the Ordinance. An Ordinance To Change The Zoning Designation For Properties In Group Two ofThe East Highway 76 Gateway Study From Unzoned To B-3 General Commercial District. Furthermore, The Requirements of Florence County Code of Ordinances, Chapter 30, Zoning Ordinance, Article II.-Zoning District Regulations, Division 7, Corridor Overlay District, Shall Apply To All Properties Included In This Amendment That Lay Within Five Hundred Feet (500")OfThe Corridor. Any Parcel That Extends Beyond 500' From The Corridor Shall Be Wholly Covered By The Overlay District If The Outer Area Is Twenty Percent (20%) Or Less OfThe Total Parcel Size. This Measurement Shall Be Taken From The Roads Edge, Or Curb, And Extend Landwards. This Amendment Shall Apply To The Following Properties As They Arel Reflected On The Tax Maps: 0205.0.02.02050.025, 0020501-101,002360- 032, 00237-01-016, 00237-01-019, 00238-01-002, 00350.0,0039.0.0, 00241- 01-193; And Other Matters Related Thereto. (Planning Commission Approved 8 to 0; Council District 6, 7). Councilman Moore made the motion and Vice-Chairman Yarborough seconded. Mr. Yokim stated this zoning map amendment was requested by Florence County. The subject properties are currently unzoned with varying uses; a majority of them being vacant. Surrounding properties are unzoned. The motion was approved on the second reading of the ordinance by the members present. Councilman Springs voted "YES" telephonically. Councilman Caudle recused himself from the vote.  xiv  Florence County Council Agenda August 15,2024  "S    ORDINANCENO. 08-2024/25 SECOND READING  The Clerk published the title of the Ordinance. An Ordinance To Change The Future Land Use Designation From Suburban Development District To Urban Development District ForPropertyLocatedo OffOfs. Cashua Drive, Florence, SC. As Shown On Florence County Tax Map Number 00075, Block 01, Parcel 009; And Other Matters Related Thereto. (Planning Commission Approved 8 to 0; Council District 9). Vice-Chairman Yarborough made the motion and Councilman Moore seconded. Mr. Yokim stated the property is currently designated as a Suburban Development District according to the Comprehensive Plan Land Use Map. The applicant is requesting to change the designation to an Urban Development District. The applicant's justification for the proposed land use amendment is to accommodate a B-3 General Commercial District Zoning. The motion was approved on1 the second reading oft the ordinance by the members present. Councilman Springs voted "YES" telephonically. Councilman Caudle recused himself from the vote. The Clerk published the title of the Ordinance. An Ordinance To Change The Zoning Designation For Property OfTax Map Number 00075, Block 01, Parcel 009 Located Off Ofs. Cashua Drive, Florence, SC From Unzoned To B-3 General Commercial District; And Other Matters Related Thereto. (Planning Commission Approved 8 to 0; Council District 9). Councilman Moore made the motion and Councilman Poston seconded. Mr. Yokim stated this zoning map amendment was requested by MGL Development Co., Phillip H. Greenberg. The subject property is currently unzoned and vacant. Surrounding properties are unzoned with current uses being residential, commercial, and vacant. The motion was approved on the second reading of the ordinance by the members present. Councilman Springs voted "YES" telephonically. Councilman Caudle recused himself  ORDINANCE NO. 09-2024/25 SECOND READING  from the vote.  ORDINANCE NO. 10-2024/25 SECOND READING  The Clerk published the title of the Ordinance. An Ordinance To Change The Future Land Use Designation From Variable Development District 1 To Urban Development District For Property Located At 225 And 309 E. Chapel View Drive, Florence, SC. As Shown On Florence County Tax Map Number 00152, Block 01, Parcels 047 And 133; And Other Matters Related Thereto. (Planning Commission Approved 8 to 0; Council District 5). Councilman Moore made the motion and Councilman Poston seconded. Mr. Yokim stated the property is currently designated as Variable Development District 1 according to the Comprehensive Plan Land Use Map. The applicant is requesting to change the land use designation to Urban Development District. The applicant's justification for the requested land use designation is to accommodate an R-4 Multi-Family Residential District, Limited Zoning. The motion was approved on the second reading oft the ordinance by the members present. Councilman Springs voted "YES" telephonically. Councilman Caudle recused  himselffrom the vote,  XV  Florence County Council Agenda August 15,2024  2PX    ORDINANCENO. 11-2024/25 SECOND READING  The Clerk published the title of the Ordinance. An Ordinance To Change The Zoning Designation For Property Of Tax Map Number 00152, Block 01, Parcels 047 And 133 Located At 225 Chapel View Drive, Florence, SC From B-3 General Commercial District To R-4 Multi-Family Residential District, Limited; And Other Matters Related Thereto. (Planning Commission Approved 8 to 0; Council District 5). Vice-Chairman Yarborough made the motion and Councilman Poston seconded. Mr. Yokim stated this zoning map amendment was requested by Carlos Velazquez. The subject property is currently vacant and zoned B-3 General Commercial District. Surrounding properties are zoned B-3 General Commercial and City of Florence Zoning with current uses being residential, commercial, and vacant. The motion was approved on the second reading oft the ordinance by the members present. Councilman Springs voted "YES" telephonically. Councilman  Caudle recused himselff from the vote.  ORDINANCE NO. 12-2024255ECOND READING  The Clerk published the title of the Ordinance. An Ordinance To Change The Future Land Use Designation From Suburban Development District To Variable Development District 1For Property Located At3 309 Rosewood Drive, Johnsonville, SC. As Shown On Florence County Tax Map Number 00432, Block 05, Parcel 013; And Other Matters Related Thereto. (Planning Commission Approved 8 to 0; Council District 2). Councilman Poston made the motion and Councilman Bradley seconded. Mr. Yokim stated the property is currently designated as a Suburban Development District according to the Comprehensive Plan Land Use Map. The applicant is requesting to change the designation to Variable Development District 1. The appicantsjustification for the requested land use designation is to accommodate a RU-1 Rural Community District Zoning. The motion was approved on the second reading ofthe ordinance by the members present. Councilman Springs voted "YES" telephonically. Councilman Caudle recused himself from the vote.  ORDINANCEI NO. 13-2024/25 SECOND READING  The Clerk published the title of the Ordinance. An Ordinance To Change The Zoning Designation For Property OfTax Map Number 00432, Block 05, Parcel 013 Located At 309 Rosewood Drive, Johnsonville, SC From R-2 Single Family District To RU-1 Rural Community District; And Other Matters Related Thereto. (Planning Commission Approved7to0; Council District2). Councilman Poston made the motion and Councilman Moore seconded. Mr. Yokim stated this zoning map amendment was requested by Milton and Susanna Graham. The subject property is currently vacant and zoned R-2 Single Family Residential District. Surrounding properties are zoned residential with current uses residential and vacant. The motion was approved on the second reading of the ordinance by the members present. Councilman Springs voted "YES" telephonically. Councilman  Caudle recused himself from the vote.  xvi  Florence County Council Agenda August 15, 2024  9A    ORDINANCE NO. 14-2024/25 SECOND READING  The Clerk published the title of the Ordinance. An Ordinance To Change The Zoning Designation For Property Of Tax Map Number 00100, Block 01, Parcels 031 And 047 Located At2916 W. Palmetto Street, Florence, SCI From RU-1A Rural Community District ToR-3A Single Family Residential District; And Other Matters Related Thereto. (Planning Commission Approved 8 to 0; Council Districts 3, 9). Councilman Mumford made the motion and Councilman Bradley seconded. Mr. Yokim stated this zoning map amendment was requested by Neil Patel. The subject properties are vacant and residential and are: zoned RU-1A Rural Community District. Surrounding properties are zoned B-3 General Commercial District and the City of Florence Zoning with current uses being residential, commercial, and vacant. The motion was approved on the second reading of the ordinance by the members present. Councilman Springs voted "YES" telephonically. Councilman  Caudle recused himself from the vote.  ORDINANCENO. 15-2024/25 SECOND READING  The Clerk published the title of the Ordinance. An Ordinance To Change The Zoning Designation For Properties In Group Three OfThe East Highway 76 Gateway Study From Unzoned To B-3 General Commercial District Consisting OfThe Following Properties As They Are Reflected On The Tax Maps: 00306-01-070, 00306-01-077, 00306-01-089, 00307-01-065, 00307-01-066, 00307-01-067, 00307-01-068, 00307-01-073, 00307-01- 074; And Other Matters Related Thereto. (Planning Commission. Approved 81 to 0; Council District 6). Councilman Moore made the motion and Councilman Poston seconded. Mr. Yokim stated this zoning map amendment was requested by Florence County. The subject properties are currently unzoned with varying uses being commercial and vacant. Surrounding properties are unzoned. The motion was approved on the second reading of the ordinance by the members present. Councilman Springs voted "YES" telephonically. The Clerk published the title of the Ordinance. An Ordinance To Change The Zoning Designation For Properties In Group Three OfThe East Highway 76 Gateway Study From Unzoned To CMU Commercial Mixed-Use District Consisting Of The Following Properties As They Are Reflected On The Tax Maps: 00275-01-022, 00275-01-234, 00275-01-253, 00276-01-005, 00276-01-006, 00276-01-007, 00276-01-021; And Other Matters Related Thereto. (Planning Commission Approved 8 to 0; Council District 6). Councilman Moore made the motion and Councilman Poston seconded. Mr. Yokim stated this zoning map amendment was requested by Florence County. The subject properties are currently unzoned with varying uses being commercial and vacant. Surrounding properties are unzoned. The motion was approved on the second reading of the ordinance by the members present. Councilman Springs voted "YES" telephonically. Councilman Caudle  Councilman Caudle recused himself from the vote. ORDINANCE NO. 16-2024/25S SECOND READING  recused himself from the vote. Florence County Council Agenda August 15,2024  xvii  2P%    ORDINANCE NO. 17-2024/25 SECOND READING  The Clerk published the title of the Ordinance. An Ordinance To Change The Zoning Designation For Properties In Group Three OfThe East Highway 76 Gateway Study From Unzoned Tol MR Mixed Residential, Low Density Consisting OfThe Following Properties As They Are Reflected On The Tax Maps: 00306-01-057, 00306-01-071, 00306-01-072, 00306-01-083, 00306-01-092, 00306-01-100, 00306-01-115, 00306-01-124, 00306-01- 137, 00307-01-004, 00307-01-046, 00307-01-057, 00307-01-058, 00307-01-059, 00307- 01-060, 00307-01-061, 00307-01-070; And Other Matters Related Thereto. (Planning Commission Approved 8 to 0; Council District 6). Councilman Moore made the motion and Councilman Poston seconded. Mr. Yokim stated this zoning map amendment was requested by Florence County. The subject properties are currently unzoned with varying uses being residential and vacant. Surrounding properties are unzoned. The motion was approved on the second reading of the ordinance by the members present. Councilman Springs voted "YES" telephonically. Councilman Caudle recused himself from the vote. The Clerk published the title of the Ordinance. An Ordinance To Change The Zoning Designation For Properties In Group Three ofThe East Highway 76 Gateway Study From Unzoned To FO/LI Flex Office/Light Industrial. Furthermore, The Requirements of Florence County Code of Ordinances, Chapter 30, Zoning Ordinance, Article II.-Zoning District Regulations, Division 7, Corridor Overlay District, Shall Apply To All Properties Included In' This Amendment That Lay Within Five Hundred Feet (500")OfThe Corridor. Any Parcel That Extends Beyond 500' From The Corridor Shall Be Wholly Covered By The Overlay District If The Outer Area Is Twenty Percent (20%) Or Less OfThe Total Parcel Size. This Measurement Shall Be Taken From The Roads Edge, Or Curb, And Extend Landwards. This Amendment Shall Apply To The Following Properties As They Are Reflected On The Tax Maps: 00239-01-038, 00239-01-039, ,00239-01-040, 00240-01- 004; And Other Matters Related Thereto. (Planning Commission Approved 81 to 0; Council  ORDINANCE NO. 18-2024/25 DEFERRED  District 7)  ORDINANCE NO. 19-2024/25 SECOND READING  The Clerk published the title of the Ordinance. An Ordinance For Text Amendments To The Florence County Code Of Ordinances, Chapter 30, ZONING ORDINANCE, ARTICLE X. - DEFINITIONS; And Other Matters Related Thereto. (Planning Commission Approved 8 to 0). Councilman Bradley made the motion and Councilman Poston seconded. Mr. Yokim stated the intent of this text amendment is to update the Florence County Ordinance to clearly define measured lot widths within the Mixed-Use and Townhouse Districts. The motion was approved on the second reading ofthe ordinance by the members present. Councilman Springs voted "YES" telephonically.  ORDINANCE NO. 20-2024/25 SECOND READING  The Clerk published the title of the Ordinance. An Ordinance For Text Amendments To The Florence County Code Of Ordinances, Chapter 30, ZONING ORDINANCE,  xviii  Florence County Council Agenda August 15,2024  BA    ARTICLEIL.- ZONING DISTRICT REGULATIONS, Division 8, TOWNHOUSE AND MIXED-USE DISTRICTS, Sec. 30-80.5 Dimensional Standards; And Other Matters Related Thereto. (Planning Commission Approved 8 to 0). Councilman Mumford made the motion and Councilman Poston seconded. Mr. Yokim stated the intent of this text amendment is to update the Florence County Ordinance to clarify setback requirements in the Townhouse and Mixed-Use Zoning Districts. The motion was approved on the second reading by the members present. Councilman Springs voted "YES" telephonically. The Clerk published the title of the Ordinance. An Ordinance Authorizing And Providing For The Issuance OfNot Exceeding $40,000,000 Florence County, South Carolina Special Source Revenue Bonds (Savannah Grove Infrastructure Projects) Series 2024; Prescribing The Form Of Bonds; Limiting The Payment OfThe Bonds Solely From Certain Revenues Derived From The Payment Of Fees In Lieu Of Taxes From Designated Multi-County Parks Located In Florence County And Pledging Certain Revenues Of Such Payment; Creating Certain Funds And Providing For Payments Into Such Funds; And Making Other Covenants And Agreements In Connection With The Foregoing; The Entering Into Of Certain Covenants And Agreements; And The Execution And Delivery Of Certain Instruments Relating To The Issuance OfThe Aforesaid Bonds, Including An Indenture And First Supplemental Indenture And Certain Other Matters Relating Thereto.  ORDINANCE NO. 21-2024/25 DEFERRED  ORDINANCE NO. 22-2024/25 SECOND READING  The Clerk published the title of the Ordinance. An Ordinance To Amend The Agreement For Development Of A Multi-County Industrial And Business Park By And Between Florence County And Williamsburg County, South Carolina, Providing For The Development OfA Jointly Owned And Operated Industrial/Business Park So As To Title The Industrial/Business Park As High Hill Commerce Park And To Include Additional Property In Florence County Related To Enterprise Drive, LLC (The "Company") As Part Of The Joint County Industrial/Business Park, And Other Matters Relating Thereto. Councilman Moore made the motion and Councilman Caudle seconded. Mr. Yokim stated Florence County Economic Development Partnership is working to create a defined commerce/ndustrial park for the High Hill area. This park will include Otis Elevator and others in the area, including Enterprise Drive, LLC, which is currently improving its property toi include planned warehouse buildings. In order to provide funding for necessary infrastructure improvements in the Park area, participating owners will agree to place their property in the MCIP, among other agreements related to the overall Park. To insure consistency and recognition of the park area, these properties should all be in the same MCIP. The Otis Elevator property is currently in an MCIP with Williamsburg County and thel Florence County Economic Development Partnership would like to add these additional properties, as they come on board, to the MCIP, which will be named, High Hill Commerce Park. This current ordinance amends the MCIP to add the Enterprise Drive property to the  xix  Florence County Council Agenda August 15,2024  2A    MCIP and name the MCIP as High Hill Commerce Park. The motion was approved on the second reading by the members present. Councilman Springs voted "YES" telephonically. The Clerk published the title of the Ordinance. An Ordinance To Amend Ordinance No. 01-2024/25 And Other Matters Related Thereto. Vice-Chairman Yarborough made the motion and Councilman Mumford seconded. Mr. Yokim stated Tax Year 2024 is a reassessment year and the Assessor's Office has completed its reassessment work in accordance with state law. Pursuant to SC Code of Laws Section 12-37-351(E), Florence County's millage rate must be "rolled back" 'asaresult ofany increase inj property tax value as a result of reassessment. Accordingly, Ordinance No. 01-2024/25 - the budget Ordinance for Florence County must be amended to reduce the millage rates included in this Ordinance. Florence County's property values increased by approximately 7.24% as a result of reassessment. Therefore, various millage rates for FY2024/25 are required to be rolled back as follows: General Fund - from 89.9to 83.5, Debt Service- from 10.1 to 9.2, Unified Fire District (operating)- from 19.0 to 17.9, Unified Fire District (debt service)- from 3.01 to 2.9, Florence/Darlington TEC- from 4.9 to 4.6. The motion was approved on the second reading by the members present. Councilman Springs voted "YES"  ORDINANCE NO. 23-2024/25 SECOND READING  telephonically.  ORDINANCE NO. 24-2024/25 INTRODUCED  The Clerk published the title of the Ordinance. An Ordinance To Change The Zoning Designation For Property OfTax Map Number 00238, Block 01, Parcel 053 Located At 3601 E. Old Marion Highway, Florence, SC From Unzoned To CMU Commercial Mixed- Use District. Furthermore, The Requirements Of Florence County Code Of Ordinances, Chapter 30, Zoning Ordinance, Article II. - Zoning District Regulations, Division 7, Corridor Overlay District, Shall Apply To All Properties Included In This Amendment That Lay Within Five Hundred Feet (500') Of The Corridor. Any Parcel That Extends Beyond 500' From The Corridor Shall Be Wholly Covered By The Overlay District IfThe Outer Area Is Twenty Percent (20%) Or Less OfThe' Total Parcel Size. This Measurement Shall Be Taken From The Roads Edge, Or Curb, And Extend Landwards; And Other Matters Related Thereto.](Planning Commission Approved 5 to 0; Council District 6) The Clerk published the title of the Ordinance. An Ordinance To Change The Future Land Use Designation From Variable Development District 2 To Suburban Development District And To Change The Zoning Designation From RU-1 Rural Community District To R-2 Single Family Residential District For Property Located Off OfE. Ashby Road And Wildwood Drive, Quinby, SC As Shown On Florence County Tax Map Number: 00175, Block 01, Parcel 044; And Other Matters Related Thereto. (Planning Commission  ORDINANCE NO. 25-2024/25 INTRODUCED  Approved 5 to 0; Council District 3) Florence County Council Agenda August 15, 2024  xX  3    ORDINANCE NO. 26-2024/25 INTRODUCED  The Clerk published the title of the Ordinance. An Ordinance To Change The Future Land Use Designation From Variable Development District1 To Variable Development District 2. And To Change The Zoning Designation From Unzoned To B-6 Industrial District For Property Located At 4107 E. Palmetto Street, Florence, SC. As Shown On Florence County Tax Map Number 00241, Block 01, Parcel 021. Furthermore, The Requirements Of Florence County Code Of Ordinances, Chapter 30, Zoning Ordinance, Article II.-Zoning District Regulations, Division 7, Corridor Overlay District, Shall Apply To. All Properties Included In' This Amendment That Lay Within Five Hundred Feet (500") OfThe Corridor. Any Parcel That Extends Beyond 500' From The Corridor Shall Be Wholly Covered By The Overlay District If The Outer Area Is Twenty Percent (20%) Or Less Of The Total Parcel Size. This Measurement Shall Be Taken From The Roads Edge, Or Curb, And Extend Landwards; And Other Matters Related Thereto. (Planning Commission Approved  5to 0; Council Districts 6 and 7)  ORDINANCE NO. 27-2024/25 INTRODUCED  The Clerk published the title of the Ordinance. An Ordinance To Change The Zoning Designation For Properties In Group Four ofThe East Highway 76 Gateway Study From Unzoned To CMU Commercial Mixed Use. Furthermore, The Requirements of Florence County Code of Ordinances, Chapter 30, Zoning Ordinance, Article II.-Zoning District Regulations, Division 7, Corridor Overlay District, Shall Apply To All Properties Included In This Amendment That Lay Within Five Hundred Feet (500") Of The Corridor. Any Parcel That Extends Beyond 500' From The Corridor Shall Be Wholly Covered By The Overlay District IfThe Outer Area Is Twenty Percent (20%) Or Less OfThe Total Parcel Size. This Measurement Shall Be Taken From The Roads Edge, Or Curb, And Extend Landwards. This Amendment Shall Apply To The Following Properties As They Are Reflected On The Tax Maps: 90152-01-007,90152-015201-010,9015201-023,90155-02-001, 90155-02-021, 90155-02-022, 90155-03-023, 90155-03-030, 90155-03-031, 90155-03- 035, 90155-03-037, 90156-02-017; And Other Matters Related Thereto. (Planning  Commission Approved 5 to 0; Council District7) ORDINANCE NO. 28-2024/25 INTRODUCED  The Clerk published the title of the Ordinance. An Ordinance To Change The Zoning Designation For Properties In Group Four ofThe East Highway 76 Gateway Study From Unzoned To CMU Commercial Mixed Use. Furthermore, The Requirements of Florence County Code of Ordinances, Chapter 30, Zoning Ordinance, Article II.-Zoning District Regulations, Division 7, Corridor Overlay District, Shall Apply To. All Properties Included In This Amendment That Lay Within Five Hundred Feet (500') Of The Corridor. Any Parcel That Extends Beyond 500' From The Corridor Shall Be Wholly Covered By The Overlay District IfThe Outer Area Is Twenty Percent (20%) Or Less OfThe Total Parcel Size. This Measurement Shall Be Taken From The Roads Edge, Or Curb, And Extend Landwards. This Amendment Shall Apply To The Following Properties As They Are  xxi  Florence County Council Agenda August 15,2024  210    Reflected On The Tax Maps: 020501.00.02060196 905.0201,9059020 90160-01-021, 90160-01-023, 90160-01-025, 90160-01-026, 90160-01-034, 90160-02- 003; And Other Matters Related Thereto. (Planning Commission Approved: 5to0; Council  District7)  ORDINANCENO. 92U2425INTRODUCED  The Clerk published the title of the Ordinance. An Ordinance To Change The Zoning Designation For Properties In Group Four ofThe East Highway 76 Gateway Study From Unzoned To CMU Commercial Mixed Use. Furthermore, The Requirements of Florence County Code of Ordinances, Chapter 30, Zoning Ordinance, Article II.-Zoning District Regulations, Division 7, Corridor Overlay District, Shall Apply To. All Properties Included In This Amendment That Lay Within Five Hundred Feet (500') Of The Corridor. Any Parcel That Extends Beyond 500' From The Corridor Shall Be Wholly Covered By The Overlay District IfThe Outer Area Is Twenty Percent (20%) OrLess OfThe Total Parcel Size. This Measurement Shall Be Taken From The Roads Edge, Or Curb, And Extend Landwards. This Amendment Shall Apply To The Following Properties As They Are Reflected On The Tax Maps: 0206.01-003,0206.020601-00,000601-0201-020,90160-02-015, 90160-02-016, 90165-01-001, 90165-01-002, 016,01.9090650.013 And Other Matters Related Thereto.] (Planning Commission Approved 5 to 0; Council Districts 6&  7)  ORDINANCE NO. 30-2024/25 INTRODUCED  The Clerk published the title of the Ordinance. An Ordinance To Change The Zoning Designation For Properties In Group Four ofThe East Highway 76 Gateway Study From Unzoned To CMU Commercial Mixed Use. Furthermore, The Requirements of Florence County Code of Ordinances, Chapter 30, Zoning Ordinance, Article II-Zoning District Regulations, Division 7, Corridor Overlay District, Shall Apply To All Properties Included In This Amendment That Lay Within Five Hundred Feet (500') Of The Corridor. Any Parcel That Extends Beyond 500' From The Corridor Shall Be Wholly Covered By The Overlay District IfThe Outer Area Is Twenty Percent (20%) Or Less OfThe Total Parcel Size. This Measurement Shall Be Taken From The Roads Edge, Or Curb, And Extend Landwards. This Amendment Shall Apply To The Following Properties As They Are Reflected On The Tax Maps: 0241-01-003,00241-0241.01.010,024.01-013,00241-01-020, 90164-01-001, 90164-01-002, 90164-01-003, 90164-01-004, 90164-01-005, 90164-01- 006, 90164-01-007, 90164-01-008, 90164-01-009, 90165-02-001, 90165-02-020, 90165- 03-001, 90165-03-018; And Other Matters Related Thereto. (Planning Commission  Approved 5 to 0; Council Districts 6 &7) ORDINANCE NO.31-2024/25 INTRODUCED  The Clerk published the title of the Ordinance. An Ordinance To Change The Zoning Designation For Properties In Group Four of The East Highway 76 Gateway Study From Unzoned To B-3 General Commercial Mixed Use. Furthermore, The Requirements of  xxii  Florence County Council Agenda August 15,2024  3"Y    Florence County Code of Ordinances, Chapter 30, Zoning Ordinance, Article II.-Zoning District Regulations, Division 7, Corridor Overlay District, Shall Apply To All Properties Included In This Amendment That Lay Within Five Hundred Feet (500")OfThe Corridor. Any Parcel That Extends Beyond 500' From The Corridor Shall Be Wholly Covered By The Overlay District If The Outer Area Is Twenty Percent (20%) Or Less Of The Total Parcel Size. This Measurement Shall Be Taken From The Roads Edge, Or Curb, And Extend Landwards. This Amendment Shall Apply To The Following Properties As They Arel Reflected On The Tax Maps: 017.01-01,0029201-07.01-024-90155.0-29, ,90155-03- 036, 90156-02-016, 90159-02-018, 90159-02-020, 0.6.01.02901600.0X And Other Matters Related Thereto.](Planning Commission Approved 5t to 0; Council Districts The Clerk published the title of the Ordinance. An Ordinance For Text Amendments To The Florence County Code Of Ordinances, Chapter 30, ZONING ORDINANCE, ARTICLE VII. - GENERAL AND ANCILLARY REGULATIONS, Sec. 30-244. Number Of Principal Buildings/Uses On A Lot; And Other Matters Related Thereto.  6&7)  ORDINANCE NO. 32-2024/25 INTRODUCED  (Planning Commission Approved 5to0 0) ORDINANCE NO. 33-2024/25 INTRODUCED  The Clerk published the title of the Ordinance. An Ordinance For Text Amendments To The Florence County Code Of Ordinances, Chapter 30, ZONING ORDINANCE, ARTICLE VII. -GENERAL AND. ANCILLARY REGULATIONS, Sec. 30-246.-A Accessory Buildings And Uses; And Other Matters Related Thereto. (Planning Commission Approved 5 to 0) The Clerk published the title of the Ordinance. An Ordinance For Text Amendments Florence County Code Of Ordinances, Chapter 30, ZONING ORDINANCE, ARTICLE IL.-ZONING DISTRICT REGULATIONS, Division 7, Corridor Overlay District, Sec. 30-79.7. Parking And Loading Design; And Other Matters Related Thereto. (Planning  ORDINANCE NO.34-2024/25 INTRODUCED  Commission Approved 5t to0)  ORDINANCE NO.35-2024/25 INTRODUCED  The Clerk published the title of the Ordinance. An Ordinance To Declare Approximately 9 Acres More Or Less As Surplus Property Located At 150 W. Lee Flowers Road, Scranton, South Carolina Identified By Tax Map Number 00194-31-129. And' To. Authorize The Sale Of Said Approximately 9. Acres More Or Less Located At 150 W. Lee Flowers Road, Florence, South Carolina In The Amount Of Five Hundred Eighty-Nine Thousand, Five Hundred Dollars ($589,500.00) To Project Aurora, And Other Matters Relating  Thereto.  Chairman Schofield declared the Ordinances introduced.  xxiii  Florence County Council Agenda August 15,2024  2y    Mr. Yokim provided project updates.  CPST III:  District1 1 - Additional road projects are being scheduled for delivery. District 2 - District 2 CPST III projects are complete.  District 3 - Bid 04-24/25 for Brookgreen Neighborhood resurfacing (Brookgreen Dr., Whittier Cir., New Hope Dr., White Ave., McNeil Dr., Adair Dr., and Gibbs Ave) are on District 4 -Bid 63-23/24 consisting of Bob White Trail, Pheasant Rd., Whippoorwill Rd., Quail Ln., and Old Middle Road is under construction. Current dirt-to-pave projects include Bob Whitel Lane and Old Middle Road. The Deer Road water line extension project District 5 -I Davis & Floyd is developing a future bid package for dirt toj pave roads. District 6 - The remaining two roads are being planned for future bids. District 7 - The remaining projects are being reviewed for future delivery by Davis and District 8 - Projects are being scheduled for future delivery. District 9 - Construction is slated to begin soon for the Monticello neighborhood. These roads include Constitution Dr., Hermitage Ln., Alberti Dr., Author Dr., Founder Dr., According to CPST III Engineer Todd Warren, 179 of289 District projects have been District 4 -Queen Ann Road is part of Bid 56-23/24, and the contract has been executed. District2- - Franklin & Meritt Drive will go out for bid in a few months. District 8 - Construction is underway for the following roads: Andover, W. Keswick, W. oMunicipal projects for Johnsonville, Olanta, & Pamplico are currently being reimbursed  the August Agenda for approval.  bid documents are being developed.  Floyd.  Liberty Dr., Shadwell Ct., and Jefferson.  completed. CPST III-A:  Newcastle, Edgefield, and Greenway Drive. oParks & Recreation projects are underway. OTHER CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS:  as invoices are received.  CPSTIII Timmonsville: Bid 47-23/24 (resurfacing) of Main and Vanda Streets is CPST II LEC Training: Phase II LEC Training Center improvements & additions are under design. The firing range and remainder of the training center improvements design contract will be reviewed within the next few weeks. Road improvements have passed the first inspection and are almost complete, punch list items are needed to be completed. CPST III EMS Johnsonville Building: Design phase & contractor survey are underway. CPST III Hannah Salem Friendfield Fire Station: Wetland survey and Geo-tech surveys are complete. DHEC septic permit design vendor has been selected. Collins & Almers Architects will include a septic design to finalize the bid document. Ervin  underway.  xxiv  Florence County Council Agenda August 15,2024  2    Engineering has submitted a DOT encroachment permit request and NPDES permit application. The design for the water line extension to serve the new station is underway. W. Florence Fire Station 2 Additions: Existing utilities have been located. The weather Sardis-Timmonsville FD. Additions: Florence Co. & SCDHEC Land Disturbance Permit Olanta FD Fire Station: The metal building is close to being complete and exterior trim work and wall panels remain. Interior walls are being framed and then plumbing, electrical,  has delayed footings being dug. applications are complete and submitted. and mechanical can begin. Public Works Department: onl I-95 and I-20 in Florence County.  Windy Hill Fire Station 3 Additions: Construction is fully underway.  Interacted with SCDOT regarding proposed and existing emergency vehicle crossovers Public Works integrated Engineering personnel into the Public Works administration facility and group. Spent considerable time addressing various stormwater and drainage-  related issues. Planning & Zoning Department: All Council Districts: FLATS:  OF Hwy I-95/327 Interchange - The staff will complete the RFP by August 7th and will OOnce the Gateway is complete, the staffi intends to propose zoning for Hwy 76 west of the City of Florence, the County Club of SC, Glencove, Glendale, and the Farm  submit for approval from County Procurement and SCDOT.  GATEWAY 76: Zoning & Overlay  subdivisions.  Information Technology Department: Switching from the domain .com to. -gov. Parks & Recreation Department:  Other Projects:  oCounty Playgrounds (All 6 Nearing Completion)  OLRCP Splash Pad (Awaiting Feature Installation, Soft Opening Expected Aug. 12,2024) OL LRCP Horse Trats/Campground (New Campground Nearing Completion, Trails in Progress, Horse Arena & Equestrian Campground Nearing Start) oGreenwood & Ebenezer Cts (Nearing Completion, Ordering Site Furnishings) Greenwood Walking Track & Parking Lots (Project Started 7/29/24) oLions Park Tennis/Pickleball Cts (Project Started 7/29/24)  OI Independence Farm Master Plan (Concepts Received, Committee Meeting Scheduled in o Lion's Park Multipurpose Building (Scheduled for Completion March 2025)  Aug)  Brooks McCall Parking & Obstacle Course (Completed)  XXV  Florence County Council Agenda August 15,2024  aly    Tax Assessor Department:  OnJuly 24th, 2024-Thel Florence County Board ofA Assessment Appeals heard two cases considering the issue of Foreign Nationals on al H1B non-immigrant VISA applying for the Legal Residence Exemption. Based on SC Code of Law 12-43-220 the FCBAA ruled in favor of the Assessor and upheld the denial of the LR4. The Appellant has the right to appeal to the SC Administrative Law Court ift they wish to protest further. On July 8, 2024, we received notification from the SCDOR that they approved the issuance of the tax year 2024 assessment notices for Florence County.  REPORISTOCOINCIA  DECLARATION OF SURPLUS PROPERTY  Council Is Requested To Approve The Declaration Of One (1) 200 Ford F150 Truck VIMAIFIPAI4VOFB2T Surplus Property For Disposal Through Public Internet Auction Via GovDeals With Funds To Be Placed In Fund 37To Be Used By Howe Springs Fire Department To Continue To Make Improvements To The Training Grounds. Councilman Caudle made the motion and Councilman Poston seconded. Mr. Yokim stated the disposal will not impact ongoing operations. Florence County Code requires County Council approval for the disposal of surplus property. The disposal by internet auction is efficient and requires significantly less staff time/coordination than other public office methods. The motion was approved unanimously by the members present. Councilman  Springs voted "YES" telephonically.  DECLARATION OF SURPLUS PROPERTY  Council Is Requested To Approve The Declaration Of One (1) 2006 Ford F350 Brush Truck (VIN# IFTWX3IPS6ED0IS07, As Surplus Property To Be Sold By The Most Advantageous Method With Funds Placed In Fund 37 To Be Utilized by Howe Springs Fire Department For Continued Improvements To The Training Grounds. This Truck Will Remain In Service Until The New Brush Truck Is In Service. Councilman Mumford made the motion and Councilman Caudle seconded. Mr. Yokim stated the unit would be replaced by a new Brush Truck. The unit is obsolete to the using department. The disposal will not impact ongoing operations. Florence County Code requires County Council approval for the disposal of surplus property. The motion was approved unanimously by the members  present. Councilman Springs voted "YES" telephonically.  DUKE ENERGY EASEMENT  Council Is Asked To Authorize The County Administrator To Execute An Easement To Duke Energy Progress, LLCTo Install Facilities At Property Owned By Florence County (IM#00205-01-159)T0 Be Funded By Duke Energy. Councilman Poston made the motion and Councilman Moore seconded. Mr. Yokim stated Duke Energy will need the easement toi install a new primary and new pad mount transformer. This easement is needed to run a new wastewater lift station. The easement consists ofa 30' strip of land in uniform width  xxvi  Florence County Council Agenda August 15,2024  36    for overhead facilities and a strip ofl land 20' in uniform width for the underground portion along with an area 10 wide on all sides for the foundation of any enclosure/ransfomer, vault, and/or manhole. Duke will return any damage to reasonably close preconstruction conditions. The motion was approved unanimously by the members present. Councilman  Springs voted "YES" telephonically. RFPI NO.66-23/24  Council Is Requested To Award RFP No. 66-23/24, South Lynches Fire Card Access System To Palmetto Safe & Lock OfLexington, SC In The Amount Of $47,723.66 To Be Funded From CPST III-A Funds. Vice-Chairman Yarborough made the motion and Councilman Caudle seconded. Mr. Yokim stated the Proposal was advertised on the Vendor Registry on June 13, 2024. Proposals were received on June 26, 2024. Two (2) proposals were received and compliant. A selection committee (consisting of Clayton T. Smith, J. Matthews, James R. Epps, and Scott Strickland) evaluated the proposals and Palmetto Safe & Lock was selected as the highest-ranking responding firm. James Epps, Deputy Chiet/Administrator ofthe South Lynches Fire Department recommends awarding the contract to Palmetto Safe & Lock. The proposal expires on September 4, 2024. The motion was approved unanimously by the members present. Councilman Springs voted "YES" telephonically. Councilman Moore submitted a proxy for Councilman Dorriety with a "YES" vote. (The proxy is attached and incorporated by reference.)  BIDNO. 04-24/25  Council Is Requested To Award Bid No. 04-24/25, Resurfacing Project For District 3To Chipley Company, Inc. Of Florence, SC In The Amount Of $465,719.00 From Capital Project Sales Tax III Funding. Councilman Bradley made the motion and Councilman Caudle seconded. Mr. Yokim stated the bid was advertised in the South Carolina Business Opportunities (SCBO) Newsletter on July 19, 2024. The bid opening was held on August 1,2024. Three (3) bids were received and compliant. Chipley Company, Inc. OfFlorence, SC was the lowest responsible, responsive bidder. Todd Warren, CPST III Program Manager ofDavis & Floyd recommends awarding the low bidder. Steven Allen, the Public Works Director, recommends awarding to the low bidder. The bid expires on November 1, 2024. The motion was approved unanimously by the members present. Councilman Springs voted "YES" telephonically. Councilman Bradley submitted a proxy for Councilman Dorriety with a "YES" vote. (The proxy is attached and incorporated by  reference.) BID NO. 05-24/25  Council Is Requested To Award Bid No. 05-24/25, CPSTIII-A Resurfacing Project: District 9 Roads In The Amount Ofs714,150.00 To C.R. Jackson, Inc. Of Darlington, SC From CPSTIII-A Funds. Vice-Chairman Yarborough made the motion and Councilman Moore seconded. Mr. Yokim stated the bid was advertised in the South Carolina Business Opportunities (SCBO) Newsletter on July 19, 2024. The bid opening was held on August  xxvii  Florence County Council Agenda August 15, ,2024  2%    1,2024. Three (3) bids were received and compliant. C.R. Jackson, Inc. of] Darlington, SC is the lowest responsible, responsive bidder. The awarded bidder also has a location in Florence, SC. Steven Allen, Public Works Director, recommends awarding the contract to C.R. Jackson, Inc. The bid expires on November 1, 2024. The motion was approved unanimously by the members present. Councilman Springs voted "YES" telephonically. Vice-Chairman Yarborough submitted a proxy for Councilman Dorriety with a "YES"  vote. (The proxy is attached and incorporated by reference.)  BID NO. 06-24/25  Council Is Requested To Award Bid No. 06-24/25, Corrugated HDPE pipe, In The Amount Of$33,015.60 To CAVCO, Inc. Of Bon Air, Alabama. Vice-Chairman Yarborough made the motion and Councilman Moore seconded. Mr. Yokim stated the bid was advertised in the South Carolina Business Opportunities (SCBO) and BidNet Direct on July 22, 2024. The bid opening was held on August 1, 2024. Three (3) bids were received and compliant. CAVCO, Inc. of Bon Air, AL is the lowest responsible, responsive bidder. Steven Allen, Public Works Director, recommends awarding the contract to CAVCO, Inc. The HDPE Corrugated Pipe is needed to repair roads from the Tropical Storm Debby. The motion was approved unanimously by the members present. Councilman Springs voted "YES"  telephonically.  DECLARATION OF SURPLUS PROPERTY  Council Is Requested To Approve The Declaration Of Printers And Copiers (14 Total). As Surplus Property For Disposal Through Public Internet Auction Via Gov Deals. Councilman Caudle made the motion and Councilman Moore seconded. Mr. Yokim stated that attached is a listing of the Make/Model and SIN of each of the equipment recommended to be declared surplus. Each ofthe equipment listed has been replaced with more updated equipment. The disposal will not impact ongoing operations. Florence County Code requires County Council approval for the disposal of surplus property. The motion was approved unanimously by the members present. Councilman Springs voted  "YES" telephonically. OTHER BUSINESS: TOWN OF PAMPLICO  Council Is Requested To Approve The Expenditure Of Not To Exceed $7,990.00 From Council Districts 2. And 6 Infrastructure Funding Allocations (Each! Disticts3,995.00)To Purchase A Phone System For The Town Hall Of The Town Of Pamplico. Councilman Poston made the motion and Councilman Moore seconded. Councilman Poston stated Councilman Dorriety shared a third oft the cost. The: motion was approved unanimously by the members present. Councilman Springs voted "YES" telephonically. Councilman Poston submitted a Proxy for Councilman Dorriety with a "YES" vote. (The proxy is  attached and incorporated by reference.) Florence County Council Agenda August 15,2024  xxviii  2H8    WASHINGTON STREET  Council Is Requested To Approve The Expenditure OfNot To Exceed $4,200.00 From Council District 7 Infrastructure Funding Allocations In Order To Remove A Large Oak Tree From Around The Power Line, House, Fence, And Driveway. White's Landscaping & Tree Service LLC., Will Be Responsible To Clean Up And Haul Off The Tree. And Cut The Stump Low. The Work Will Be Done At 511 Washington Street. Councilman Mumford made the motion and Councilman Bradley seconded. The motion was approved unanimously by the members present. Councilman Springs voted "YES" telephonically. Council Is Requested To Approve The Expenditure OfNot To Exceed $1,550.00 From Council District 9 Infrastructure Funding Allocations To Remove A Pine Tree That Is Around Sewer Pipe, Clean Up And Haul Off Everything And Cut The Stump Off Low. The Tree Is Located At 733 Corbett Place. Councilman Moore made the motion and Councilman Bradley seconded. The motion was approved unanimously by the members present. Councilman Springs voted "YES" telephonically. Councilman Moore submitted a Proxy for Councilman Dorriety with a' "YES" vote. (The proxy is attached and incorporated  CORBETT PLACE  by reference.) MADISON AVENUE  Council Is Requested To Rescind The Allocations Of $200,000.00 Which Was Allocated To Replace Approximately 3,000 LF Of Water Main Along Madison Avenue. Adopted On December 8, 2022, And Place The $200,000.00 Into District 8 Infrastructure Funding. Vice-Chairman Yarborough made the motion and Councilman Poston seconded. The motion was approved unanimously by the members present. Councilman Springs voted  "YES" telephonically. FORK ROAD- RSMF  Council Is Requested To Approve The Expenditure Of Not To Exceed $22,400.00 From Council District 4 Road System Maintenance Fee (RSMF)Funding Allocations To Put700 Tons Of MBC Stone On Fork Road. Vice-Chaiman Yarborough made the motion and Councilman Caudle seconded. The motion was approved unanimously by the members present. Councilman Springs voted' "YES'telephonically. Councilman Poston submitteda Proxy for Councilman Dorriety with a "YES" vote. (The proxy is attached and incorporated  by reference.)  COCKIBLDLANDING ROAD- RSMF  Council Is Requested To Approve The Expenditure OfNot To Exceed $3,800.00 From Council District 2 Road System Maintenance Fee (RSMF) Funding Allocations For 100 Tons OfMBC Stone Tol Be Put On Cockfield Landing Road. Councilman Poston made the motion and Councilman Caudle seconded. The motion was approved unanimously by the  members present. Councilman Springs voted "YES" telephonically.  xxix  Florence County Council Agenda August 15, 2024  g'    ADJOURN:  There being no further business to come before Council, Councilman Mumford made a motion to adjourn and Councilman Bradley seconded, which was approved unanimously.  COUNCIL MEETING ADJOURNED AT 10:31 A.M.  ME WAYMOPMUMFOED SECRETKRY-CHAPLAR  HOPE  hmAnag M.JONES CLERK' TO COUNCIL  XXX  Florence County Council Agenda August 15,2024    STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA ) COUNTY OF FLORENCE  PROXY  )  Ih hereby leave my voting proxy for the question of Approval of Bid No. 04-24/25: Council Is Requested To Award Bid No. 04-24/25, Resurfacing Project For District 3 To Chipley Company, Inc. Of Florence, SC In The Amount Of $465,719.00 From Capital Project Sales Tax II Funding. At the regular meeting of County Council on August 15, 2024 with  County Council Member AIBradley question of Approval of Bid No. 04-24/25.  This proxy is for a  " vote on the Willard Dorriety, Jr. Abss7 Member, Florence County Council  WITNESSES:  TAnuiho-menl Dgna  STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA ) COUNTY OF FLORENCE  PROBATE  )  PERSONALLY APPEARED, the undersigned witnessed and made oath that (s)he saw the within named Willard Dorriety,Jr., sign and as his act and deed, deliver the within PROXY, and that deponent, with the other witness subscribed above, witnessed the execution thereof.  dh hfun  SWORN to  this  5hday of be 2024 EhAs My Commission Expires 4/910034  PUBLIC7S.C),    STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA ) COUNTY OF FLORENCE  PROXY  Ihereby leave my voting proxy for the question of Approval of RFP No.. 66-23/24: Council Is Requested To Award RFP No. 66-23/24, South Lynches Fire Card Access System To Palmetto Safe & Lock OfLexington, SC In The Amount Of $47,723.66 To Be Funded From CPST III-A Funds. At_the regular meeting of County Council on August 15, 2024 with County Council  Member lerwMeg Approval of] RFP N.66-23/24.  This proxy is for a "o * vote on the question of  Dllaplonye Willard Dorriety, Jr. Member, Florence County Council  WITNESSES:  Tnavcnt mulo dm  STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA ) COUNTY OF FLORENCE  PROBATE  PERSONALLY APPEARED, the undersigned witnessed and made oath that (s)he saw the within named Willard Dorriety, Jr., sign and as his act and deed, deliver the within PROXY, and that deponent, with the other witness subscribed above, witnessed the execution thereof.  Hoy h.lpns  Witness  SYORN to before me this 15lday of Augatpnay Phns NOTARY PUBLIE (S.C.) My Commission Expires u/gl0os4    STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA ) COUNTY OF FLORENCE  PROXY  Ihereby leave my voting proxy for the question of Approval of Fork Road Item: Council Is Requested To Approve The Expenditure OfNot To Exceed $22,400.00 From Council District 4 Road System Maintenance Fee (RSMF) Funding Allocations To Put 700 Tons OfMBC Stone Council Member BTEE This proxy is for a LA vote on the question of  On Fork Road. At fhe Approval of] Fork Road Item.  of County Council on August 15, 2024 with County  Willard  Mlbt Dorriety, Jr. Member, Florence County Council  WITNESSES:  Sapa  STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA ) COUNTY OF FLORENCE  PROBATE  )  PERSONALLY APPEARED, the undersigned witnessed and made oath that (s)he saw the within named Willard Dorriety,Jr., sign and as his act and deed, deliver the within PROXY, and that deponent, with the other witness subscribed above, witnessed the execution thereof.  Alou Witness  mfps  to before me this  EORS of hupt 9604 Al MAp NOTARY PUBLICS/C.) My Commission Expires 4/e19684    STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA ) COUNTY OF FLORENCE  PROXY  Ihereby leave my voting proxy for the question of Approval of Town of Pamplico: Council Is Requested To Approve The Expenditure OfNot To Exceed $7,990.00 From Council Districts 2 And 6 Infrastructure Funding Allocations (Each District $3,995.00) To Purchase A Phone System For The Town Hall Of The Town Of Pamplico. At the_regular Council on August 15, 2024 with County Council Member Kogck proxy is fora"yps " vote on the question of Approval ofTown of Pamplico Item.  of County This  PS  Wlopdouts Willard Dorriety, Jr. Member, Florence County Council  WITNESSES:  Tunmahgiuall Jph Da  STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA ) COUNTY OF FLORENCE  PROBATE  PERSONALLY APPEARED, the undersigned witnessed and made oath that (s)he saw the within named Willard Dorriety, Jr., sign and as his act and deed, deliver the within PROXY, and that deponent, with the other witness subscribed above, witnessed the execution thereof.  24 ms  SWORN to before this (5day of Kz Oa4 Obu M. ADA NOTARY My Commission Expires  ECulekos    STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA ) COUNTY OF FLORENCE  PROXY  Ihereby leave my voting proxy for the question of Approval of Corbett Place Item: Council Is Requested To Approve The Expenditure Ofl Not To Exceed $1,550.00 From Council District 91 Infrastructure Funding Allocations To Remove A Pine Tree That Is Around Sewer Pipe, Clean Up And Haul Off Everything And Cut The Stump Off Low. The Tree Is Located At733  Corbett Place.  Att the regular meeting of County Council on August 15, 2024 with County  Council Member le-Pleole Approval of Corbett PUace Item.  This proxy is for a D "vote on the question of  /  Willard Member,  Florence  Council  Amlt  County  WITNESSES:  Anooha Mai J4 M. fpua  STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA ) COUNTY OF FLORENCE  PROBATE  )  PERSONALLY APPEARED, the undersigned witnessed and made oath that (s)he saw the within named Willard Dorriety, Jr., sign and as his act and deed, deliver the within PROXY, and that deponent, with the other witness subscribed above, witnessed the execution thereof.  Abu Witness  Mhfpa  SYORN to hefore me this 15day of Hupait 9004 Ah M. /nes NOTARY PUBLIC (5.C.) My Commission Expires ylghosy    STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA ) COUNTY OF FLORENCE  PROXY  I hereby leave my voting proxy for the question of Approval of Bid No. 05-24/25; Council Is Requested To Award Bid No. 05-24/25, CPSTIII-A Resurfacing Project: District 9 Roads In The Amount Of$714,150.00 To C.R. Jackson, Inc. OfDarlington, SC From CPSTIII- AF Funds. At the regylar meeting of County Council on August 15, 2024 with County Council  Member byabesyk This proxy is for a  vote on the question of  Bla/No. 05/24/25.  4  Approvalof  W.Dald duif Willard Dorriety, Jr. Member, Florence County Council  WITNESSES:  Tynaioha-Morill h fpasa  STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA ) COUNTY OF FLORENCE  PROBATE  /  PERSONALLY APPEARED, the undersigned witnessed and made oath that (s)he saw the within named Willard Dorriety,Jr., sign and as his act and deed, deliver the within PROXY, and that deponent, with the other witness subscribed above, witnessed the execution thereof.   Aps  SORN to NOTARYI My  this  1S--dayc of Kz J0y e M. fDue Commission Expires  LCECUlelos    STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA ) COUNTY OF FLORENCE  PROXY  )  Ihereby leave my voting proxy for the question of Approval of Resolution No. 07-2024/25: A Resolution Expressing The Intent Of Florence County To Reimburse Itself From The Proceeds Of Proposed General Obligation Bonds For The Expenditure Of Certain Monies For Public Safety Improvements Including The Acquisition Of Certain Parcels Of Real Property proxy is for a "yoo " vote on the question of Approval of Resolution No. 07-2024/25.  For Such Purposes; And Other Matters Relating Thereto. at Council on August 15, 2024, with County Council Member  County This  ELY  Wllaw Willard  daay  Dorriety, Jr.  Member, Florence County Council  WITNESSES:  TWyonna moll Tpe M. fouo  STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA ) COUNTY OF FLORENCE  PROBATE  1  PERSONALLY APPEARED, the undersigned witnessed and made oath that (s)he saw the within named Willard Dorriety, Jr., sign and as his act and deed, deliver the within PROXY, and that deponent, with the other witness subscribed above, witnessed the execution thereof.  to before me this  p  SWORN  15-dayo of Hupart 9004 Gan M. fouk  Commission My  PURLCCalelonsy Expires    STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA ) COUNTY OF FLORENCE  PROXY  )  Ihereby leave my voting proxy for the question of Approval of Resolution No. 08-2024/25:A Resolution For Emergency Management To Reassign Thirty Thousand, Seven Hundred And Seventy-Eight Dollars And Zero Cents ($30,778.00) Of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Funds In As It Relates To The American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Funds.. at the regular meetinggf County Council on August 15, 2024, with County Council Member  RpN robty Resclution No. 08-2024/25.  This proxy is for a Uno " vote on the question of Approvalo of  Willard  Member, Florence County Council Bll  WITNESSES:  Tunuphy morill e hh fpaa-  STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA ) COUNTY OF FLORENCE  PROBATE  1  PERSONALLY APPEARED, the undersigned witnessed and made oath that (s)he saw the within named Willard Dorriety,Jr., sign and as his act and deed, deliver the within PROXY, and that deponent, with the other witness subscribed above, witnessed the execution thereof.  this  haga  SWORN to before me 5dayo of hpstgoy l hpus NOTARY PUBLIC(S.C.) ule/sosy My Commission Expires    STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA ) COUNTY OF FLORENCE  PROXY  Ihereby leave my voting proxy for the question of Approval of Resolution No. 09-2024/25:A Resolution To Amend Section 4 Of Resolution No. 05-2009/10 In Order To Authorize The Inclusion Of One (1). Additional Participant In' The South Carolina Procurement Card Program. at the regulay meeting of County Council on August 15, 2024, with County Council Member  Epvtsfer Réselution No. 09-2024/25.  This proxy is for a Yao vote on the question of Approval of  Willard Dorriety,Jr. Mlsp Member, Florence County Council  WITNESSES:  Tanuha-menle 9 M. o  STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA ) COUNTY OF FLORENCE  PROBATE  )  PERSONALLY APPEARED, the undersigned witnessed and made oath that (s)he saw the within named Willard Dorriety,Jr., sign and as his act and deed, deliver the within PROXY, and that deponent, with the other witness subscribed above, witnessed the execution thereof.  to before me  this  mg  BKOIsE of hayt pay Ols hpuA NOTARY PUBLIC/(S.C.) My Commission Expires yleloay    STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA ) COUNTY OF FLORENCE  PROXY  Ihereby leave my voting proxy for the question of Approval of Resolution No. 10-2024/25:A Resolution Designating Specific Individual Projects To Be Funded From CPST III Excess Pursuant To Section 2.02 Of Ordinance No. 16-2023/24. A) the regular meeting of County Council on August 15,2024 with County Council Member ony Gebgsy This proxy is for a o ", vote on the question of Approval of ReltrfiI0DVBS  Wpdoi Willard Dorriety, Jr. Member, Florence County Council  WITNESSES:  Tunvohs MonlQ Sy M Gud  STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA ) COUNTY OF FLORENCE  PROBATE  )  PERSONALLY APPEARED, the undersigned witnessed and made oath that (s)he saw the within named Willard Dorriety,Jr., sign and as his act and deed, deliver the within PROXY, and that deponent, with the other witness subscribed above, witnessed the execution thereof.   hpn  SWORN to] kefore me this N day of Hapt 004 C  hh fpus PUBLIC4S.C,  My Commission Expires ylelos4    STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA ) COUNTY OF FLORENCE  PROXY  )  Ihereby leave my voting proxy for the question of Approval of Resolution No. 11-2024/25; A Resolution For Parks And Recreation To Reassign One Hundred Thousand Dollars ($100,000.00) Of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Funds In Accordance With The Final Rule From The United States Treasury As It Relates To The American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Funds. Atrhe regular meeting of County Council on August 15, 2024 with County Council  Member yo Sobay ApprovalarRl-lution) No.1 11-2024/25.  This proxy is for a WaD " vote on the question of  1  Willard Dorriety, Member, Florence County Council 4  WITNESSES:  ynooha moilo Ou M. fous  STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA ) COUNTY OF FLORENCE  PROBATE  )  PERSONALLY APPEARED, the undersigned witnessed and made oath that (s)he saw the within named Willard Dorriety,Jr., sign and as his act and deed, deliver the within PROXY, and that deponent, with the other witness subscribed above, witnessed the execution thereof.  Plpe M. f  Witness  SWORN to before me this 154-dayc of Aupt py bu hpus NOTARY PUBLIE (S.C.) My Commission Expires ul/pa34    STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA ) COUNTY OF FLORENCE  PROXY  Ihereby leave my voting proxy for the question of Approval of Resolution No. 12-2024/25; A Resolution Authorizing Matching Grant Funds For A South Carolina Department Of Parks, Recreation, And Tourism Grant Program For Amenities At The Lynches River County Park Disc Golf Course To Be Funded From Local Accommodation Taxes.. At the regular meeting of County Council on August 15, 2024 with County Council Member lony/ Mooze This proxy is for a "Co > vote on the question of Approval of] Resolution/No. 12-2024/25.  hlestp Willard Dorriety,J Jr. Member, Florence County Council  WITNESSES:  Eaa  STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA ) COUNTY OF FLORENCE  ) )  PROBATE  PERSONALLY APPEARED, the undersigned witnessed and made oath that (s)he saw the within named Willard Dorriety,Jr., sign and as his act and deed, deliver the within PROXY, and that deponent, with the other witness subscribed above, witnessed the execution thereof.  Pbu K.puo  Witness  SWORN to before me this 5-day of Hyt 3094 C  fpub PUBLICS.C.)  My Commission Expires ulelaosy    STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA ) COUNTY OF FLORENCE  PROXY  Ihereby leave my voting proxy for the question of Approval of Resolution No. 13-2024/25; A Resolution To Amend Section 9.3D(1) Of The Florence County Personnel Policy Manual Regarding Moving A Position To A New Classification And Abolishing Any Existing Classification Procedures. Atthe regular meeting of County Council on August 15, 2024 with  County Council Member /BMg Meee question of Approval of] Resolution No. 13-2024/25.  This proxy is for a "Uno " vote on the  Mpdet2 Willard Dorriety, Jr. Member, Florence County Council  WITNESSES: E  mmont fas  STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA ) COUNTY OF FLORENCE  PROBATE  )  PERSONALLY APPEARED, the undersigned witnessed and made oath that (s)he saw the within named Willard Dorriety, Jr., sign and as his act and deed, deliver the within PROXY, and that deponent, with the other witness subscribed above, witnessed the execution thereof.  ige M. Witness  D  SWORN to before this 5day of K7 Josy Spu h. CpNs NOTARY PUBLIC My Commission Expires  Hela    PUBLIC HEARING AUGUST 15, 2024 ORDINANCE NO.23-2024/25  An Ordinance To Amend Ordinance No. 01-2024/25 And Other Matters Related  Thereto.  NAME  ADDRESS  PHONE NUMBER  2 3 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16.  aAg    PUBLIC HEARING AUGUST 15,2024 ORDINANCE NO. 22-2024/25  An Ordinance To Amend The Agreement For Development Of A Multi-County Industrial And Business Park By And Between Florence/County And Williamsburg County, South Carolina, Providing For The Development Of A Jointly Owned And Operated Industrial/Business Park So As To Title The/ndustrialBusines Park As High Hill Commerce Park And To Include Additional Property In Florence County Related To Enterprise Drive, LLC (The "Company")/As Part Of The Joint County  Industrial/Business Park, And Other Matters Relating Thereto.  NAME  ADDRESS  PHONE NUMBER  3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16.  BPg