Narrative Summary
Summary
York County Council held a regular meeting on September 2, 2025, with five of seven members present. The agenda was dominated by a large slate of rezoning actions at various reading stages, alongside significant infrastructure and procurement approvals. Council unanimously approved a $62.5 million contract for the US 21/SC 51 road widening project and a fee-in-lieu-of-tax agreement for a corporate headquarters relocation known as Project Cross. Five public hearings on rezoning cases were conducted, with one denial — a trucking-related rezoning on Saluda Road in Rock Hill opposed by both staff and the Planning Commission. All other items passed by 5-0 votes with no recorded dissent.
Key Decisions & Votes
- Minutes — August 18, 2025 — Motion to approve previous meeting minutes. Vote: 5-0 approved.
- Boards & Commissions appointments — Motion to approve nominated applicants for service on multiple boards and commissions including the Lake Wylie Marine Commission, Planning Commission, and Bethesda Fire Tax District Board. Vote: 5-0 approved.
- Local Vendor Preference ordinance (Third Reading) — Chapter 35 § 35.009(H) — Motion to approve amendment to the Procurement Code establishing a Local Vendor Preference Program. Vote: 5-0 approved.
- Rezoning Case 25-20 (Third Reading) — 450 Corporate Blvd, Rock Hill — Motion to approve rezoning from UD to ID for 4.07 acres for OSI Corporate Blvd LLC to allow trucking operations, vehicle service, repair, and customization with overnight outdoor storage. Vote: 5-0 approved.
- Rezoning Case 25-21 (Third Reading) — Highway 97, Hickory Grove — Motion to approve mutual rezoning swap (AGC to RUD / RUD to AGC) for 1.112-acre portion of three parcels for Peggy Russell Boloyan to allow parcel recombination. Vote: 5-0 approved.
- Rezoning Case 25-23 (Third Reading) — 66 Maynard Grayson Road, Clover — Motion to approve rezoning from AGC to RUD for a 1-acre portion of a 6.62-acre parcel for Ronald Neuman to construct a single-family home. Vote: 5-0 approved.
- Rezoning Case 25-27 (Third Reading) — 133 Sutton Road S and 1802 Brian Kelly Lane, Fort Mill — Motion to approve rezoning from RSF-30 to RMX-10 for 24,000 SF for Carolina Star Investments to reconfigure lot lines for demolition and reconstruction of homes. Vote: 5-0 approved.
- Rezoning Case 25-28 (Third Reading) — 158, 110, 130 Hands Mill Hwy, Rock Hill — Motion to approve rezoning from UD to GC for 3.9 acres for Tim Helline to combine three parcels and construct a gasoline station and convenience store. Vote: 5-0 approved.
- Rezoning Case 25-29 (Second Reading) — N. Dobys Bridge Road, Fort Mill — Motion to approve rezoning from RMX-10 to RUD for 11.49 acres for Kris Kellogg to develop an event venue. Vote: 5-0 approved.
- Rezoning Case 25-31 (Second Reading) — 914 and 1008 Allwood Road, York — Motion to approve rezoning from RUD to AGC for 9.62 acres for Robin, Kevin, Jennifer, and Lauren Bolin, and Cody Williams to aggregate parcels for family distribution. Vote: 5-0 approved.
- Rezoning Case 25-32 (Second Reading) — 1831 Windsor Woods Drive, York — Motion to approve rezoning from RSF-40 to RUD for 3.45 acres for Amy Boheler to allow a manufactured home. Vote: 5-0 approved.
- Fee-in-lieu-of-tax agreement — Project Cross (Second Reading) — Motion to approve agreement for a corporate headquarters planning to invest $20,075,000 and create 81 net new jobs within five years. Vote: 5-0 approved.
- CDBG grant application — Wooded Valley Park — Motion to approve application for Community Development Block Grant funds on behalf of the City of York for park safety, accessibility, and amenity improvements. Vote: 5-0 approved.
- Coltharp Road ownership transfer from SCDOT — Motion to approve acceptance of approximately 0.25 miles of Coltharp Road, Fort Mill, in connection with the US 21 widening project. Vote: 5-0 approved.
- Public Safety Software renewal — Central Square Technologies — Motion to approve renewal of maintenance and subscription for CAD, records, jail management, and related systems for $321,647.75. Vote: 5-0 approved.
- Voter registration equipment purchase — Owen G Dunn Co. Inc. DBA PrintElect — Motion to ratify purchase of ballot marking device batteries and motherboard replacements totaling $53,496.13 ahead of November municipal elections. Vote: 5-0 approved.
- Family Court HVAC emergency repair — Trane USA Inc. — Motion to ratify emergency repair of Family Court HVAC system for $81,865.05. Vote: 5-0 approved.
- Conservation Easement — Kings Mountain Street and Ratchford Road, York (120 acres) — Motion to approve $39,843 expenditure of York County Forever Commission funds to Nation Ford Land Trust. Vote: 5-0 approved.
- Conservation Easement — Mt. Holly Road, Rock Hill (28 acres) — Motion to approve $28,727 expenditure of York County Forever Commission funds to Nation Ford Land Trust. Vote: 5-0 approved.
- Council Chambers HVAC replacement — Trane U.S. Inc. (sole source) — Motion to approve full HVAC system replacement at the York County Government Center for $386,000. Vote: 5-0 approved.
- Mental health services contract negotiations — Catawba Community Mental Health Center — Motion to approve procurement exception and authorize contract negotiations to provide mental health services to inmates at the York County Detention Center. Vote: 5-0 approved.
- Countywide photocopier program — RFP #2990 — Motion to authorize contract negotiations for countywide multifunctional photocopier services. Vote: 5-0 approved.
- US 21/SC 51 road widening — Bid #3000 — Blythe Development LLC — Motion to approve $62,511,924.90 construction contract for five-lane widening from Springfield Parkway to the NC state line under the Pennies for Progress program. Vote: 5-0 approved.
- Regent Parkway Sanitary Sewer Relief System Phase 4 — Bid #3005 — Whitesell Trucking, Inc. — Motion to approve $2,845,091.82 contract for final phase of sewer relief project, partially funded by a $1,000,000 SC Rural Infrastructure Authority reimbursement. Vote: 5-0 approved.
- Professional Financial Auditing Services — RFP #3002 — Greene Finney Cauley LLC — Motion to approve auditing services contract for fiscal years 2026–2028 (with two optional renewal years) for $448,700. Vote: 5-0 approved.
- Ad Valorem Millage Resolution for 2025-26 — Motion to suspend rules and adopt resolution establishing the millage rate consistent with the 2025 York County Reassessment. Vote: 5-0 approved.
- Public Hearing — Rezoning Case 25-19 — Saluda Road, Rock Hill (RUD to LI) — Council voted to deny rezoning for a trucking operation requested by Pyotr Nikolin. Denied. Both staff and the Planning Commission (5-0) recommended denial.
- Public Hearing — Rezoning Case 25-33 — Benson Road, Rock Hill (UD to RSF-30) — Council voted to approve; Planning Commission recommended approval (5-0). Approved. No public comment for or against.
- Public Hearing — Rezoning Case 25-34 — Foothills Way, Fort Mill (UD to LI) — Council voted to approve; Planning Commission recommended approval (5-0). Approved. No public comment for or against.
- Public Hearing — Rezoning Case 25-35 — Hands Mill Highway and Concord Road, York (RMX-10 to GC) — Council voted to approve; four speakers in favor, Planning Commission recommended approval (4-1). Approved.
- Public Hearing — Rezoning Case 25-36 — Garretts Landing Subdivision, Clover (RSF-40 to RMX-20) — Council voted to approve over opposition from two residents citing increased traffic concerns. Approved.
Watchlist Flags
- Zoning Amendment: Rezoning Case 25-20 — 450 Corporate Blvd, Rock Hill — OSI Corporate Blvd LLC received third-reading approval to rezone 4.07 acres from UD to ID, expanding allowed uses to include trucking operations, vehicle service, repair, and customization with overnight outdoor storage.
> "Rezoning request from UD to ID for 4.07 acres at 450 Corporate Blvd, Rock Hill for OSI Corporate Blvd LLC to expand allowed uses to include trucking operations, vehicle service, repair, and customization with overnight outdoor storage."
- Zoning Amendment: Rezoning Case 25-21 — Highway 97, Hickory Grove — Peggy Russell Boloyan received third-reading approval for a mutual zoning swap (AGC to RUD and RUD to AGC) affecting 1.112 acres across three parcels to enable parcel recombination.
> "Rezoning request from AGC to RUD and from RUD to AGC for a 1.112-acre portion of three parcels at Highway 97, Hickory Grove to allow recombination of portions within two different zoning districts."
- Residential Development / Zoning Amendment: Rezoning Case 25-23 — 66 Maynard Grayson Road, Clover — Ronald Neuman received third-reading approval to rezone a 1-acre portion of a 6.62-acre parcel from AGC to RUD for construction of a single-family home.
> "Rezoning request from AGC to RUD for a 1-0 acre portion of a 6.62-acre parcel at 66 Maynard Grayson Road, Clover to create one-acre parcel and construct a single family home."
- Zoning Amendment: Rezoning Case 25-27 — 133 Sutton Road S and 1802 Brian Kelly Lane, Fort Mill — Carolina Star Investments received third-reading approval to rezone 24,000 SF from RSF-30 to RMX-10 to reconfigure lot lines between two properties for demolition and reconstruction of homes.
> "Rezoning request from RSF-30 to RMX-10 for 24,000 SF at 133 Sutton Road S and 1802 Brian Kelly Lane, Fort Mill to reconfigure lot lines between two properties for demolition and reconstruction of homes."
- Zoning Amendment: Rezoning Case 25-28 — 158, 110, 130 Hands Mill Hwy, Rock Hill — Tim Helline received third-reading approval to rezone 3.9 acres from UD to GC to combine three parcels for construction of a gasoline station and convenience store.
> "Rezoning request from UD to GC for 3.9 acres at 158, 110, 130 Hands Mill Hwy, Rock Hill to combine three parcels and construct a gasoline station and convenience store."
- Zoning Amendment: Rezoning Case 25-29 — N. Dobys Bridge Road, Fort Mill — Kris Kellogg received second-reading approval to rezone 11.49 acres from RMX-10 to RUD for development as an event venue; a third reading will be required.
> "Rezoning request from RMX-10 to RUD for 11.49 acres at N. Dobys Bridge Road, Fort Mill to develop the site as an event venue."
- Zoning Amendment: Rezoning Case 25-31 — 914 and 1008 Allwood Road, York — Robin, Kevin, Jennifer, and Lauren Bolin, and Cody Williams received second-reading approval to rezone 9.62 acres from RUD to AGC to aggregate parcels for later recombination and distribution to family members.
> "Rezoning request from RUD to AGC for 9.62 acres at 914 and 1008 Allwood Road, York to aggregate parcels within two zoning districts for later recombination and distribution to family members."
- Residential Development / Zoning Amendment: Rezoning Case 25-32 — 1831 Windsor Woods Drive, York — Amy Boheler received second-reading approval to rezone 3.45 acres from RSF-40 to RUD to allow placement of a manufactured home.
> "Rezoning request from RSF-40 to RUD for 3.45 acres at 1831 Windsor Woods Drive, York to allow a manufactured home."
Action Items & Upcoming Dates
- Sept. 4, 2025 — Public hearing on York County's potential CDBG application for Wooded Valley Park improvements.
- Sept. 5–6, 2025 — York County Fall Livestock Show.
- Planning and Zoning Committee — Review of the Lake Wylie Overlay (date not set).
- County Staff — Address Fort Mill water main break; issue boil water advisory for affected residents and improve future communications protocols.
- Cases 25-29, 25-31, and 25-32 received second readings and will require third readings at a future meeting before final adoption.
Agenda Items
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1
Minutes of County Council Meeting, August 18, 2025
Approval of previous meeting minutes from August 18, 2025.
- Outcome
- approved
- Motion
- Motion to approve
- Moved / seconded
- Ansel Watts Huckabee Sr / Andy Litten
- Vote
- 5-0
- Source ref
- page: p.2
- Tags
- administrative
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2
Consider approval of nominated applicants for service for Boards & Commissions
Approval of nominated applicants for various boards and commissions including Lake Wylie Marine Commission, Planning Commission, Bethesda Fire Tax District Board, and others.
- Outcome
- approved
- Motion
- Motion to approve
- Moved / seconded
- Ansel Watts Huckabee Sr / Andy Litten
- Vote
- 5-0
- Source ref
- page: p.2
- Tags
- boards commissions
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3
Council to give THIRD READING OF AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND CHAPTER 35 OF THE YORK COUNTY CODE OF ORDINANCES TO ESTABLISH A LOCAL VENDOR PREFERENCE REQUIREMENTS SET OUT IN NEW § 35.009 (H)
Third reading of an amendment to Chapter 35 of York County's Code of Ordinances Procurement Code for the adoption of a Local Vendor Preference Program.
- Outcome
- approved
- Motion
- Motion to approve
- Moved / seconded
- Ansel Watts Huckabee Sr / Andy Litten
- Vote
- 5-0
- Source ref
- page: p.3
- Tags
- ordinance procurement local vendor preference
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4
Rezoning Action: Consider Third Reading - Case 25-20
Rezoning request from UD to ID for 4.07 acres at 450 Corporate Blvd, Rock Hill for OSI Corporate Blvd LLC to expand allowed uses to include trucking operations, vehicle service, repair, and customization with overnight outdoor storage.
- Outcome
- approved
- Motion
- Motion to approve
- Moved / seconded
- Ansel Watts Huckabee Sr / Andy Litten
- Vote
- 5-0
- Source ref
- page: p.3
- Tags
- rezoning industrial trucking operations
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5
Rezoning Action: Consider Third Reading - Case 25-21
Rezoning request from AGC to RUD and from RUD to AGC for a 1.112-acre portion of three parcels at Highway 97, Hickory Grove to allow recombination of portions within two different zoning districts.
- Outcome
- approved
- Motion
- Motion to approve
- Moved / seconded
- Ansel Watts Huckabee Sr / Andy Litten
- Vote
- 5-0
- Source ref
- page: p.4
- Tags
- rezoning agricultural land recombination
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6
Rezoning Action: Consider Third Reading - Case 25-23
Rezoning request from AGC to RUD for a 1-0 acre portion of a 6.62-acre parcel at 66 Maynard Grayson Road, Clover to create one-acre parcel and construct a single family home.
- Outcome
- approved
- Motion
- Motion to approve
- Moved / seconded
- Ansel Watts Huckabee Sr / Andy Litten
- Vote
- 5-0
- Source ref
- page: p.4-5
- Tags
- rezoning residential single family
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7
Rezoning Action: Consider Third Reading - Case 25-27
Rezoning request from RSF-30 to RMX-10 for 24,000 SF at 133 Sutton Road S and 1802 Brian Kelly Lane, Fort Mill to reconfigure lot lines between two properties for demolition and reconstruction of homes.
- Outcome
- approved
- Motion
- Motion to approve
- Moved / seconded
- Ansel Watts Huckabee Sr / Andy Litten
- Vote
- 5-0
- Source ref
- page: p.5-6
- Tags
- rezoning residential lot reconfiguration
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8
Rezoning Action: Consider Third Reading - Case 25-28
Rezoning request from UD to GC for 3.9 acres at 158, 110, 130 Hands Mill Hwy, Rock Hill to combine three parcels and construct a gasoline station and convenience store.
- Outcome
- approved
- Motion
- Motion to approve
- Moved / seconded
- Ansel Watts Huckabee Sr / Andy Litten
- Vote
- 5-0
- Source ref
- page: p.6
- Tags
- rezoning commercial convenience store gasoline station
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9
Rezoning Action: Consider Second Reading - Case 25-29
Rezoning request from RMX-10 to RUD for 11.49 acres at N. Dobys Bridge Road, Fort Mill to develop the site as an event venue.
- Outcome
- approved
- Motion
- Motion to approve
- Moved / seconded
- Ansel Watts Huckabee Sr / Andy Litten
- Vote
- 5-0
- Source ref
- page: p.7
- Tags
- rezoning residential event venue
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10
Rezoning Action: Consider Second Reading - Case 25-31
Rezoning request from RUD to AGC for 9.62 acres at 914 and 1008 Allwood Road, York to aggregate parcels within two zoning districts for later recombination and distribution to family members.
- Outcome
- approved
- Motion
- Motion to approve
- Moved / seconded
- Ansel Watts Huckabee Sr / Andy Litten
- Vote
- 5-0
- Source ref
- page: p.7-8
- Tags
- rezoning agricultural family property
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11
Rezoning Action: Consider Second Reading - Case 25-32
Rezoning request from RSF-40 to RUD for 3.45 acres at 1831 Windsor Woods Drive, York to allow a manufactured home.
- Outcome
- approved
- Motion
- Motion to approve
- Moved / seconded
- Ansel Watts Huckabee Sr / Andy Litten
- Vote
- 5-0
- Source ref
- page: p.8-9
- Tags
- rezoning residential manufactured home
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12
Council to consider second reading of an ordinance authorizing the execution and delivery of a fee in lieu of tax agreement by and between York County and Project Cross
Project Cross is a Corporate Headquarters that plans to invest $20,075,000, relocate 78 existing jobs and create 81 net new jobs within five years.
- Outcome
- approved
- Motion
- Motion to approve
- Moved / seconded
- Ansel Watts Huckabee Sr / Andy Litten
- Vote
- 5-0
- Source ref
- page: p.9
- Tags
- economic development fee in lieu of tax corporate headquarters
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13
Council to approve, and accept, if awarded, York County to apply for Community Development Block Grant funding on behalf of the City of York for Wooded Valley Park improvements
York County seeking to apply for CDBG funds on behalf of the City of York for upgrading Wooded Valley Park to address safety issues, improve accessibility, and increase quality of life. Project includes ADA parking, accessible loop trail, playground structure, swing set, playground surfacing, picnic shelter and seating, benches, trash cans, landscaping, lighting, fencing, and renovated greenspaces.
- Outcome
- approved
- Motion
- Motion to approve
- Moved / seconded
- Ansel Watts Huckabee Sr / Andy Litten
- Vote
- 5-0
- Source ref
- page: p.9-10
- Tags
- CDBG park improvements grant application
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14
Council to approve the request and acceptance of ownership from SCDOT of approximately 0.25 miles of Coltharp Road in Fort Mill
County staff coordinating with property owner adjacent to Coltharp Road for donation of right of way for realigned Coltharp Road in exchange for County abandoning old right of way at completion of US 21 widening project.
- Outcome
- approved
- Motion
- Motion to approve
- Moved / seconded
- Ansel Watts Huckabee Sr / Andy Litten
- Vote
- 5-0
- Source ref
- page: p.10
- Tags
- road ownership transfer SCDOT US 21 widening
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15
Council to authorize the renewal of maintenance and subscription for our Public Safety Software with Central Square Technologies
Software platform renewal for computer-aided dispatch (CAD), mapping, personnel, records, analytical, evidence management, mobile applications, jail inmate booking, photographs, property, commissary and management systems. Renewal amount is $321,647.75.
- Outcome
- approved
- Motion
- Motion to approve
- Moved / seconded
- Ansel Watts Huckabee Sr / Andy Litten
- Vote
- 5-0
- Source ref
- page: p.11
- Tags
- public safety software CAD systems maintenance
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16
Council to ratify the purchase of equipment from Owen G Dunn CO, Inc DBA PrintElect for use by Voter Registration and Elections
Replacement of ballot marking devices motherboard and rechargeable batteries due to age. Purchase of 150 batteries for both types totaling $53,496.13. Replacement process needed to be completed by October for November municipal elections.
- Outcome
- approved
- Motion
- Motion to approve
- Moved / seconded
- Ansel Watts Huckabee Sr / Andy Litten
- Vote
- 5-0
- Source ref
- page: p.11
- Tags
- elections voting equipment ballot marking
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17
Council to ratify an emergency purchase regarding the repair of the Family Court's HVAC system by Trane USA Inc. of Charlotte NC
HVAC system malfunction at Family Court building requiring immediate repair. Repair completed for $81,865.05, exceeding previously approved contracted amount. Ratification required by County Code of Ordinances.
- Outcome
- approved
- Motion
- Motion to approve
- Moved / seconded
- Ansel Watts Huckabee Sr / Andy Litten
- Vote
- 5-0
- Source ref
- page: p.12
- Tags
- HVAC repair emergency purchase facilities
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18
Council to authorize the expenditure of $39,843 in York County Forever Commission funds to Nation Ford Land Trust (NFLT) for a Conservation Easement
York County Forever Commission requests approval for $39,842 expenditure for Conservation Easement on two parcels totaling 120 acres along Kings Mountain Street and Ratchford Road, York.
- Outcome
- approved
- Motion
- Motion to approve
- Moved / seconded
- Ansel Watts Huckabee Sr / Andy Litten
- Vote
- 5-0
- Source ref
- page: p.12
- Tags
- conservation easement land preservation
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19
Council to authorize the expenditure of $28,727 in York County Forever Commission funds to Nation Ford Land Trust (NFLT) for a Conservation Easement
York County Forever Commission requests approval for $28,727 expenditure for Conservation Easement on 28-acre parcel along Mt. Holly Road, Rock Hill.
- Outcome
- approved
- Motion
- Motion to approve
- Moved / seconded
- Ansel Watts Huckabee Sr / Andy Litten
- Vote
- 5-0
- Source ref
- page: p.12-13
- Tags
- conservation easement land preservation
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20
Council to approve a sole source award regarding the York County Council Chambers HVAC Renovation and Installation project to Trane U.S. Inc. of Charlotte NC
Due to costly repairs and significant downtime of the HVAC system in Council Chambers at the Government Center, Public Works recommends a full HVAC system replacement for $386,000.00.
- Outcome
- approved
- Motion
- Motion to approve
- Moved / seconded
- Ansel Watts Huckabee Sr / Andy Litten
- Vote
- 5-0
- Source ref
- page: p.13
- Tags
- HVAC system replacement facilities sole source award
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21
Council to approve a procurement exception and to authorize contract negotiations with Catawba Community Mental Health Center of Rock Hill SC
Sheriff's Office requesting to enter into contract negotiations with Catawba Community Mental Health Center to provide mental health services to inmates at York County's Detention Center.
- Outcome
- approved
- Motion
- Motion to approve
- Moved / seconded
- Ansel Watts Huckabee Sr / Andy Litten
- Vote
- 5-0
- Source ref
- page: p.13
- Tags
- mental health services detention center procurement exception
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22
Council to authorize contract negotiations regarding RFP #2990 for a Countywide Multifunctional Photocopier Program
Receipt of Council's authorization to enter into contract negotiations for countywide multifunctional photocopier services.
- Outcome
- approved
- Motion
- Motion to approve
- Moved / seconded
- Ansel Watts Huckabee Sr / Andy Litten
- Vote
- 5-0
- Source ref
- page: p.14
- Tags
- photocopier services RFP contract negotiations
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23
Council to approve award regarding Bid #3000 for the construction of the Pennies for Progress Project 11149-004: US 21/SC 51 road widening
Award for US 21 and SC 51 widening from Springfield Parkway to the NC state line. Project includes five-lane widening and construction of curb, gutter, and sidewalks. Nearly 20,000 vehicles per day on US 21 and over 15,000 on SC 51. Award to Blythe Development LLC of Charlotte NC for $62,511,924.90.
- Outcome
- approved
- Motion
- Motion to approve
- Moved / seconded
- Ansel Watts Huckabee Sr / Andy Litten
- Vote
- 5-0
- Source ref
- page: p.14
- Tags
- road widening Pennies for Progress construction
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24
Council to approve award regarding Bid #3005 for the Regent Parkway Sanitary Sewer Relief System project
Award for final Phase (Phase 4) of Regent Parkway Sanitary Sewer Relief System project. Project partially funded by South Carolina Rural Infrastructure Authority (RIA) for $1,000,000 reimbursable amount. Award to Whitesell Trucking, Inc. of Rock Hill SC for $2,845,091.82.
- Outcome
- approved
- Motion
- Motion to approve
- Moved / seconded
- Ansel Watts Huckabee Sr / Andy Litten
- Vote
- 5-0
- Source ref
- page: p.14-15
- Tags
- sewer relief system infrastructure rural infrastructure
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25
Council to approve a contractual agreement with Greene Finney Cauley LLC, of Mauldin SC regarding RFP #3002 for Professional Financial Auditing Services
Finance Department requesting approval of award to Greene Finney Cauley LLC for Professional Auditing Services for fiscal years ending June 30, 2026, 2027, and 2028, with option to provide services for up to two subsequent fiscal years. Total cost of $448,700.
- Outcome
- approved
- Motion
- Motion to approve
- Moved / seconded
- Ansel Watts Huckabee Sr / Andy Litten
- Vote
- 5-0
- Source ref
- page: p.15
- Tags
- auditing services financial audit RFP
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27
Council to suspend the rules without referral to the Committee and adopt A RESOLUTION OF THE YORK COUNTY COUNCIL ESTABLISHING THE AD VALOREM MILLAGE FOR 2025-26
Resolution to establish the ad valorem millage rate for 2025-26 in a manner consistent with the 2025 York County Reassessment and Statutes Governing Its Implementation.
- Outcome
- approved
- Motion
- Motion to approve
- Moved / seconded
- Ansel Watts Huckabee Sr / Andy Litten
- Vote
- 5-0
- Source ref
- page: p.15-16
- Tags
- millage rate ad valorem 2025-26 budget
Votes
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Minutes of County Council Meeting, August 18, 2025
Motion to approve
- Vote
- 5-0
- Outcome
- approved
- Source ref
- page: p.2
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Consider approval of nominated applicants for service for Boards & Commissions
Motion to approve
- Vote
- 5-0
- Outcome
- approved
- Source ref
- page: p.2
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Council to give THIRD READING OF AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND CHAPTER 35 OF THE YORK COUNTY CODE OF ORDINANCES TO ESTABLISH A LOCAL VENDOR PREFERENCE REQUIREMENTS SET OUT IN NEW § 35.009 (H)
Motion to approve
- Vote
- 5-0
- Outcome
- approved
- Source ref
- page: p.3
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Rezoning Action: Consider Third Reading - Case 25-20
Motion to approve
- Vote
- 5-0
- Outcome
- approved
- Source ref
- page: p.3
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Rezoning Action: Consider Third Reading - Case 25-21
Motion to approve
- Vote
- 5-0
- Outcome
- approved
- Source ref
- page: p.4
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Rezoning Action: Consider Third Reading - Case 25-23
Motion to approve
- Vote
- 5-0
- Outcome
- approved
- Source ref
- page: p.4-5
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Rezoning Action: Consider Third Reading - Case 25-27
Motion to approve
- Vote
- 5-0
- Outcome
- approved
- Source ref
- page: p.5-6
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Rezoning Action: Consider Third Reading - Case 25-28
Motion to approve
- Vote
- 5-0
- Outcome
- approved
- Source ref
- page: p.6
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Rezoning Action: Consider Second Reading - Case 25-29
Motion to approve
- Vote
- 5-0
- Outcome
- approved
- Source ref
- page: p.7
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Rezoning Action: Consider Second Reading - Case 25-31
Motion to approve
- Vote
- 5-0
- Outcome
- approved
- Source ref
- page: p.7-8
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Rezoning Action: Consider Second Reading - Case 25-32
Motion to approve
- Vote
- 5-0
- Outcome
- approved
- Source ref
- page: p.8-9
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Council to consider second reading of an ordinance authorizing the execution and delivery of a fee in lieu of tax agreement by and between York County and Project Cross
Motion to approve
- Vote
- 5-0
- Outcome
- approved
- Source ref
- page: p.9
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Council to approve, and accept, if awarded, York County to apply for Community Development Block Grant funding on behalf of the City of York for Wooded Valley Park improvements
Motion to approve
- Vote
- 5-0
- Outcome
- approved
- Source ref
- page: p.9-10
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Council to approve the request and acceptance of ownership from SCDOT of approximately 0.25 miles of Coltharp Road in Fort Mill
Motion to approve
- Vote
- 5-0
- Outcome
- approved
- Source ref
- page: p.10
-
Council to authorize the renewal of maintenance and subscription for our Public Safety Software with Central Square Technologies
Motion to approve
- Vote
- 5-0
- Outcome
- approved
- Source ref
- page: p.11
-
Council to ratify the purchase of equipment from Owen G Dunn CO, Inc DBA PrintElect for use by Voter Registration and Elections
Motion to approve
- Vote
- 5-0
- Outcome
- approved
- Source ref
- page: p.11
-
Council to ratify an emergency purchase regarding the repair of the Family Court's HVAC system by Trane USA Inc. of Charlotte NC
Motion to approve
- Vote
- 5-0
- Outcome
- approved
- Source ref
- page: p.12
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Council to authorize the expenditure of $39,843 in York County Forever Commission funds to Nation Ford Land Trust (NFLT) for a Conservation Easement
Motion to approve
- Vote
- 5-0
- Outcome
- approved
- Source ref
- page: p.12
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Council to authorize the expenditure of $28,727 in York County Forever Commission funds to Nation Ford Land Trust (NFLT) for a Conservation Easement
Motion to approve
- Vote
- 5-0
- Outcome
- approved
- Source ref
- page: p.12-13
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Council to approve a sole source award regarding the York County Council Chambers HVAC Renovation and Installation project to Trane U.S. Inc. of Charlotte NC
Motion to approve
- Vote
- 5-0
- Outcome
- approved
- Source ref
- page: p.13
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Council to approve a procurement exception and to authorize contract negotiations with Catawba Community Mental Health Center of Rock Hill SC
Motion to approve
- Vote
- 5-0
- Outcome
- approved
- Source ref
- page: p.13
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Council to authorize contract negotiations regarding RFP #2990 for a Countywide Multifunctional Photocopier Program
Motion to approve
- Vote
- 5-0
- Outcome
- approved
- Source ref
- page: p.14
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Council to approve award regarding Bid #3000 for the construction of the Pennies for Progress Project 11149-004: US 21/SC 51 road widening
Motion to approve
- Vote
- 5-0
- Outcome
- approved
- Source ref
- page: p.14
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Council to approve award regarding Bid #3005 for the Regent Parkway Sanitary Sewer Relief System project
Motion to approve
- Vote
- 5-0
- Outcome
- approved
- Source ref
- page: p.14-15
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Council to approve a contractual agreement with Greene Finney Cauley LLC, of Mauldin SC regarding RFP #3002 for Professional Financial Auditing Services
Motion to approve
- Vote
- 5-0
- Outcome
- approved
- Source ref
- page: p.15
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Council to suspend the rules without referral to the Committee and adopt A RESOLUTION OF THE YORK COUNTY COUNCIL ESTABLISHING THE AD VALOREM MILLAGE FOR 2025-26
Motion to approve
- Vote
- 5-0
- Outcome
- approved
- Source ref
- page: p.15-16
Public Hearings
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Rezoning Action: Case 25-19 - Rezone from RUD to LI at Saluda Road, Rock Hill
Pyotr Nikolin (property owner) spoke in favor of the proposed rezoning for trucking operation. Staff recommendation: Deny. Planning Commission recommendation: Deny (5-0). Council voted to deny the rezoning.
- Speakers
- None recorded
- Source ref
- page: p.16-17
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Rezoning Action: Case 25-33 - Rezone from UD to RSF-30 at Benson Road, Rock Hill
No one spoke for or against the proposed ordinance. Planning Commission recommended approval (5-0). Council voted to approve.
- Speakers
- None recorded
- Source ref
- page: p.17-18
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Rezoning Action: Case 25-34 - Rezone from UD to LI at Foothills Way, Fort Mill
No one spoke for or against the proposed ordinance. Planning Commission recommended approval (5-0). Council voted to approve.
- Speakers
- None recorded
- Source ref
- page: p.18-19
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Rezoning Action: Case 25-35 - Rezone from RMX-10 to GC at Hands Mill Highway and Concord Road, York
Four individuals spoke in favor: Carla Pendleton, Merle Margolese, Billy Hagner, and Tim Helline. Planning Commission recommended approval (4-1). Council voted to approve.
- Speakers
- None recorded
- Source ref
- page: p.19-20
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Rezoning Action: Case 25-36 - Rezone from RSF-40 to RMX-20 at Garretts Landing Subdivision, Clover
Damon Nichols and Waddell Lowery spoke in opposition regarding increased traffic. Emily Brown, representing the property owner, spoke in favor. Council voted to approve.
- Speakers
- None recorded
- Source ref
- page: p.20-21
Action Items
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Hold public hearing on September 4, 2025 to inform the public of York County's potential Community Development Block Grant application for Wooded Valley Park improvements
- Owner
- County Council
- Due
- 2025-09-04
- Source ref
- page: p.10
-
Review the Lake Wylie Overlay
- Owner
- Planning and Zoning Committee
- Due
- Source ref
- page: p.23
-
Address the water main break that happened in Fort Mill over the weekend and make modifications to communications in the future. Boil water order for anyone that lost water or water pressure.
- Owner
- County Staff
- Due
- Source ref
- page: p.23
Upcoming Dates
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Public hearing on Community Development Block Grant application for Wooded Valley Park improvements
- Date
- 2025-09-04
-
York County Fall Livestock Show
- Date
- 2025-09-05
-
York County Fall Livestock Show
- Date
- 2025-09-06
Watchlist Flags
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Rezoning Action: Consider Third Reading - Case 25-20
- Category
- rezoning
-
Rezoning Action: Consider Third Reading - Case 25-21
- Category
- rezoning
-
Rezoning Action: Consider Third Reading - Case 25-23
- Category
- subdivision
-
Rezoning Action: Consider Third Reading - Case 25-23
- Category
- rezoning
-
Rezoning Action: Consider Third Reading - Case 25-27
- Category
- rezoning
-
Rezoning Action: Consider Third Reading - Case 25-28
- Category
- rezoning
-
Rezoning Action: Consider Second Reading - Case 25-29
- Category
- rezoning
-
Rezoning Action: Consider Second Reading - Case 25-31
- Category
- rezoning
-
Rezoning Action: Consider Second Reading - Case 25-32
- Category
- rezoning
Uncertainty Notes
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no_schema_validation
- Field
schema_version- Value
- Not applicable
- Note
- Schema is 0.1.0-draft; final validation must happen downstream in Codex.
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vote_granularity
- Field
facts.agenda_items[*].vote- Value
- Not applicable
- Note
- Approved minutes record tallies but not per-member dissent.
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needs_adjudication
- Field
generated_narrative.claim_check- Value
- Not applicable
- Note
- Claim checker flagged 1 item(s); see claim_check.issues. Pass-2 (Pattern C implicit-year resolution) did not clear these.