Narrative Summary
Summary
York County Council held a regular meeting on December 1, 2025 with all seven members present, chaired by Christi Cox. The agenda was dominated by land use matters, with nine rezoning cases heard across first and third readings, including two applications from Forsberg, LLC that were withdrawn prior to a vote following staff and Planning Commission recommendations for denial. The most contested item was a conditional approval of an infrastructure credit agreement with Costco Wholesale Corporation (Project Sample) for a large distribution facility in Rock Hill, which drew significant public comment and required amendment before passing 4-3 on final conditions. Council also approved several economic development agreements, zoning code amendments, and capital infrastructure items, and moved into executive session for legal advice on litigation and a contractual matter regarding interstate exchanges.
Key Decisions & Votes
- Agenda reorder — Motion to move public hearing item #9 (Hotels/Motels Extended Stays) to first position in the public hearings. Vote: Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0.
- Minutes approval — Motion to approve minutes from the November 17, 2025 Council meeting. Vote: Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0.
- Rezoning Case #25-26 (Third Reading) — 1723 Beamguard Road, Clover — Approved rezoning of 2.87 acres from AGC and RUD to RUD for subdivision and placement of manufactured home (applicant: Jay Cleveland Wilson). Vote: Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0. Planning Commission approved 4-1 on October 13, 2025.
- Rezoning Case #25-38 (Third Reading) — 231–245 Sutton Road and 220–234 Essie Circle — Approved rezoning of 1.74 acres from RSF-30 to NC for multi-tenant mixed-use building with office, retail, and up to 11 upper-story dwellings (applicant: Sunbelt Development Properties LLC). Vote: Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0. Planning Commission approved 5-0 on October 13, 2025.
- Rezoning Case #25-39 (Third Reading) — 2203 Deerfield Drive, Fort Mill — Approved rezoning of 9.99 acres from UD to GC for health club, fitness center, and field house expansion (applicant: Matthew "Coan" McAlpine). Vote: Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0. Planning Commission approved 5-0 on October 13, 2025.
- Zoning Code Amendment — Sign Area (Second Reading) — Approved ordinance amending Chapter 155 to allow sign area proportional to building length and size with a maximum cap and flexibility for division among multiple signs. Vote: Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0.
- Zoning Code Amendment — GC Height Standards (Second Reading) — Approved ordinance amending Chapter 155 to allow maximum building height up to 60 feet in GC district with a 200-foot setback from adjacent residential lots. Vote: Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0.
- Project Forge — Assignment and Assumption Agreement (Second Reading) — Approved ordinance authorizing agreement for preinsulated copper pipe manufacturer to expand production at a second York County location at 2225 Williams Industrial Blvd, Rock Hill; 42 new jobs expected. Vote: Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0.
- Project Dinger — Special Source Credit Agreement (Second Reading) — Approved ordinance authorizing agreement for global baseball training service relocating headquarters to Fort Mill; $10M investment and 71 jobs expected, opening summer 2026. Vote: Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0.
- York-Chester Industrial Park Agreement Amendment (Second Reading) — Approved annual update to Multi-County Industrial Park Agreement with Chester County updating the Master List of Properties. Vote: Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0.
- Worth Mountain trail agreement — Faulkner Development and Engineering, LLC — Approved $715,000 agreement for design and construction of 10 miles of equestrian and pedestrian trails and gravel parking at Worth Mountain. Vote: Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0.
- AT&T Utility Tax Credit agreement — Lazy Hawk Road, Rock Hill — Approved agreement to receive $100,000 in Utility Tax Credit funding for road improvements associated with Project Unagi. Vote: Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0.
- Culture and Heritage Museum Worker's Compensation Insurance (FY 2025-2026) — Approved annual coverage through South Carolina State Accident Fund for $55,814.00. Vote: Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0.
- Norfolk Southern preliminary engineering agreement — Mount Gallant Road — Approved $58,733.33 agreement for railway plan review for Pennies Project 03020-012 (Mount Gallant Road widening between Dave Lyle Blvd and Anderson Road). Vote: Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0.
- RFQ #3008 — On Call/Prequalified Architecture and Landscape Architecture Services — Approved RFQ to establish a three-year on-call list of licensed South Carolina firms. Vote: Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0.
- RFQ #3015 — Highway 557 Sewer Upgrade Design Project — Authorized contract negotiations for engineering services for the Highway 557 Sewer Upgrade Project. Vote: Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0.
- Boards & Commissions appointments — Approved nine nominated applicants including James Smith, Kylia Hayden, Jack Allen, Maria Duncan, James Fitzpatrick, Edward Stewart, John Pannell, Jannell Stevens, and John Gregory to various boards. Vote: Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0.
- 2026 County Council meeting dates calendar — Approved. Vote: Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0.
- Life Technologies Corporation purchase order increase — Approved $40,000 increase to existing purchase order (total $80,000) for DNA supplies and equipment for the Sheriff's Office. Vote: Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0.
- Project Cornice — SC Coordinating Council Economic Development Setaside Grant C-25-4140 — Authorized application for $200,000 grant for facility consolidation at 438 Lakeshore Parkway, Rock Hill; $12.25M total investment and 28 new jobs expected. Vote: Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0.
- Hotels and Motels Extended Stays ordinance (Third Reading, Public Hearing) — Approved ordinance amending zoning code to create new Section 3.40 regulating extended stays, preventing use of hotels/motels as permanent residences. Vote: Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0. No public comments were received at the hearing.
- Costco Wholesale Corporation (Project Sample) — Infrastructure Credit Agreement, amendment to reduce credit to $25M — Approved amendment reducing infrastructure credit from $30M to $25M, with the difference directed to off-site infrastructure improvements (applicant: Costco Wholesale Corporation). Vote: Yes 6, No 1, Abstained 0.
- Costco Wholesale Corporation — Conditional Third Reading — Approved third reading conditioned on 50% SSRC against fees in lieu of taxes being met through specified millage allocations from Rock Hill, York County, and RHSD3, and that Taylors Creek Road not be connected to the industrial park from Firepower Road. Vote: Yes 4, No 3, Abstained 0.
- Executive Session — Motion to enter executive session for receipt of legal advice on litigation and a contractual matter regarding interstate exchanges. Vote: Yes 5, No 2, Abstained 0.
- Deferral to special called meeting prior to December 12th — Motion to defer matters from executive session failed, as a simple majority was insufficient. Vote: Yes 4, No 3, Abstained 0 — denied.
- Rezoning Case #25-40 (First Reading) — 991 Pole Branch Road, Clover — Approved rezoning of 2.81 acres from RMX-10 to RUD for temporary seasonal sales / roadside agricultural and produce stand (applicant: Christopher Mills). Vote: Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0. Planning Commission approved 7-0 on November 10, 2025.
- Rezoning Case #25-41 (First Reading) — 5356 Highway 55 E., Clover — Approved rezoning of 0.14 acres from PD to GC to incorporate parcel into the Westlake Village Shopping Center (applicant: ARIC Lake Wylie LLC). Vote: Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0. Planning Commission approved 7-0 on November 10, 2025.
- Rezoning Case #25-42 (First Reading) — 1285 Whitewolf Road, Blacksburg — Approved rezoning of 4.43 acres from AGC to RUD to subdivide property and build a single-family residence (applicants: Justin and Ashley Messer). Vote: Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0. Planning Commission approved 7-0 on November 10, 2025.
- Rezoning Case #25-43 (First Reading) — Lesslie Highway and Hepp Lane, Rock Hill — Application by Forsberg, LLC to rezone 26.57 acres from UD to ID for warehouse and industrial storage was withdrawn prior to vote. Vote: N/A — withdrawn. Staff and Planning Commission had recommended denial.
- Rezoning Case #25-44 (First Reading) — 583 Linkwood Road, Rock Hill — Application by Forsberg, LLC to rezone 1.66 acres from UD to ID for industrial/warehousing use was withdrawn prior to vote. Vote: N/A — withdrawn. Staff and Planning Commission had recommended denial.
- Rezoning Case #25-45 (First Reading) — 1976 New Gray Rock Road, Fort Mill — Approved rezoning of 1.9 acres from RSF-40 to RSF-30 to subdivide parcel and build additional dwelling for family member (applicant: Jonathan Kidd). Vote: Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0. Planning Commission approved 7-0 on November 10, 2025.
- Rezoning Case #25-47 (First Reading) — Ridge Reserve Dr, Clover — Approved rezoning of 0.32 acres from UD to RMX-10 to construct a detached single-family home on a 14,000-sf vacant parcel (applicants: Eric and Kristin Hunsberger). Vote: Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0. Planning Commission approved 7-0 on November 10, 2025.
Watchlist Flags
- Rezoning / Subdivision: Rezoning Action — Case #25-26 (Third Reading), 1723 Beamguard Road, Clover — Council approved third and final reading of a rezoning from AGC and RUD to RUD to enable subdivision and placement of a manufactured home on 2.87 acres that did not meet the AGC district's 5-acre minimum. The rezoning was approved unanimously on its third reading.
> "Request to rezone 2.87 acres from AGC and RUD to RUD for subdivision and placement of manufactured home. Property does not meet 5-acre minimum required by AGC district. Planning Commission approved 4-1 on October 13, 2025."
- Rezoning: Rezoning Action — Case #25-38 (Third Reading), 231–245 Sutton Road and 220–234 Essie Circle — Council approved final reading of a rezoning from RSF-30 to NC for a multi-tenant mixed-use building that would include up to 11 upper-story residential dwellings, consistent with the Transitional Area future land use designation.
> "Request to rezone 1.74 acres from RSF-30 to NC for multi-tenant mixed-use building with office, retail, and up to 11 upper-story dwellings. Consistent with Transitional Area future land use designation. Planning Commission approved 5-0 on October 13, 2025."
- Rezoning: Rezoning Action — Case #25-39 (Third Reading), 2203 Deerfield Drive, Fort Mill — Council approved final reading of a rezoning from UD to GC for a health club, fitness center, and field house expansion on 9.99 acres within the Southbridge PD area.
> "Request to rezone 9.99 acres from UD to GC for health club and fitness center with field house expansion. Proposed use supports future development of surrounding area. Located within Southbridge PD. Planning Commission approved 5-0 on October 13, 2025."
- Rezoning / Subdivision: Rezoning Action — Case #25-40 (First Reading), 991 Pole Branch Road, Clover — Council approved first reading of a rezoning from RMX-10 to RUD on 2.81 acres to allow a temporary seasonal roadside agricultural and produce stand on a single-family rural homestead; second and third readings remain.
> "Request to rezone 2.81 acres from RMX-10 to RUD for temporary use of Seasonal Sales - Roadside Agricultural and Produce Stand. Consistent with Rural Residential future land use designation. Single-family rural homestead with sizable garden and open space closer to RUD district."
- Rezoning: Rezoning Action — Case #25-41 (First Reading), 5356 Highway 55 E., Clover — Council approved first reading of a rezoning from PD to GC to incorporate a 0.14-acre parcel into the Westlake Village Shopping Center currently under development; second and third readings remain.
> "Request to rezone 0.14 acres from PD to GC to incorporate parcel into Westlake Village Shopping Center currently being developed. Consistent with Neighborhood Center future land use designation. Planning Commission approved 7-0 on November 10, 2025."
- Rezoning / Subdivision: Rezoning Action — Case #25-42 (First Reading), 1285 Whitewolf Road, Blacksburg — Council approved first reading of a rezoning from AGC to RUD on 4.43 acres to subdivide the property and build a new single-family residence; second and third readings remain.
> "Request to rezone 4.43 acres from AGC to RUD to subdivide property and build single-family residence on newly created lot. Consistent with Rural Residential future land use designation. Rezoning removes non-conforming lot size."
- Rezoning: Rezoning Action — Case #25-43 (First Reading), Lesslie Highway and Hepp Lane, Rock Hill — Forsberg, LLC's application to rezone 26.57 acres from UD to ID for a warehouse and industrial outdoor storage was withdrawn before Council voted; staff and the Planning Commission had both recommended denial as inconsistent with the Neighborhood Residential future land use designation.
> "Not consistent with Neighborhood Residential future land use designation as it transitions away from I-77 Corridor near Rock Hill High School and residential uses. Staff and Planning Commission recommend denial."
- Rezoning: Rezoning Action — Case #25-44 (First Reading), 583 Linkwood Road, Rock Hill — Forsberg, LLC's application to rezone 1.66 acres from UD to ID for industrial or warehousing use was withdrawn before a vote; staff and Planning Commission had recommended denial citing incompatibility with an adjacent multifamily residential complex and a nearby regional park.
> "ID zoning can align with Municipal Infill and Rock Hill's Employment Center future land use designations, but more intensive ID would not be compatible with adjacent multifamily residential complex or nearby regional park. Staff recommendation to deny. Planning Commission approved 7-0 for denial."
- Rezoning / Subdivision: Rezoning Action — Case #25-45 (First Reading), 1976 New Gray Rock Road, Fort Mill — Council approved first reading of a rezoning from RSF-40 to RSF-30 on 1.9 acres to allow the property to be subdivided and an additional dwelling built for a
Agenda Items
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Call to Order
Christi Cox, Chairwoman called the meeting to order.
- Outcome
- informational
- Motion
- No motion recorded
- Moved / seconded
- Not recorded / Not recorded
- Vote
- No vote recorded
- Source ref
- page: p.1
- Tags
- opening
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Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance
Council member Tom Audette, District 1 led the invocation and pledge of allegiance.
- Outcome
- informational
- Motion
- No motion recorded
- Moved / seconded
- Not recorded / Not recorded
- Vote
- No vote recorded
- Source ref
- page: p.1
- Tags
- ceremony
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Oath of Office for newly appointed Board and Commission Members
Zack Williams of Catawba Regional Workforce Investment Board was scheduled to have oath of office administered but was rescheduled to another date.
- Outcome
- deferred
- Motion
- No motion recorded
- Moved / seconded
- Not recorded / Not recorded
- Vote
- No vote recorded
- Source ref
- page: p.1
- Tags
- oath of office board appointment
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Government Finance Officers Association Distinguished Budget Presentation Award
County Manager Josh Edwards recognized staff on receiving the Government Finance Officers Association Distinguished Budget Presentation Award. A motion was made and passed to authorize the movement of item #9 in public hearings to be moved to item #1 in public hearings.
- Outcome
- approved
- Motion
- Motion to authorize the movement of item #9 in public hearings to be moved to item #1 in public hearings
- Moved / seconded
- Andy Litten / Ansel Watts Huckabee Sr
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Source ref
- page: p.1
- Tags
- award budget
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Public Forum Session
Public forum session held with three citizens addressing council regarding Silfab operations in Fort Mill and golf cart use in York County.
- Outcome
- informational
- Motion
- No motion recorded
- Moved / seconded
- Not recorded / Not recorded
- Vote
- No vote recorded
- Source ref
- page: p.1
- Tags
- public comment Silfab golf cart
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1
Council to approve the minutes from the November 17, 2025 Council meeting
Consent agenda item to approve minutes from prior meeting.
- Outcome
- approved
- Motion
- Motion to approve the minutes from the November 17, 2025 Council meeting
- Moved / seconded
- Andy Litten / Tom Audette
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Source ref
- page: p.2
- Tags
- minutes consent agenda
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2
Rezoning Action: Consider Third Reading - Case #25-26
Request to rezone 2.87 acres from AGC and RUD to RUD for subdivision and placement of manufactured home. Property does not meet 5-acre minimum required by AGC district. Planning Commission approved 4-1 on October 13, 2025. Staff and Commission recommended approval.
- Outcome
- approved
- Motion
- Motion to approve rezoning from AGC and RUD to RUD
- Moved / seconded
- Andy Litten / Tom Audette
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Source ref
- page: p.2
- Tags
- rezoning third reading manufactured home subdivision
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3
Rezoning Action: Consider Third Reading - Case #25-38
Request to rezone 1.74 acres from RSF-30 to NC for multi-tenant mixed-use building with office, retail, and up to 11 upper-story dwellings. Consistent with Transitional Area future land use designation. Planning Commission approved 5-0 on October 13, 2025.
- Outcome
- approved
- Motion
- Motion to approve rezoning from RSF-30 to NC
- Moved / seconded
- Andy Litten / Tom Audette
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Source ref
- page: p.2
- Tags
- rezoning third reading mixed-use multi-tenant
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4
Rezoning Action: Consider Third Reading - Case #25-39
Request to rezone 9.99 acres from UD to GC for health club and fitness center with field house expansion. Proposed use supports future development of surrounding area. Located within Southbridge PD. Planning Commission approved 5-0 on October 13, 2025.
- Outcome
- approved
- Motion
- Motion to approve rezoning from UD to GC
- Moved / seconded
- Andy Litten / Tom Audette
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Source ref
- page: p.3
- Tags
- rezoning third reading health club fitness center
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5
Council to Consider Second Reading of an Ordinance to Amend Chapter 155: Zoning Code - Development and Design Standards - Sign Area
Amendment to allow reasonable amount of signage proportional to building length and size, capping maximum sign area and allowing division among multiple signs for business flexibility. Executive summary notes this prevents oversized signs and provides advertising flexibility.
- Outcome
- approved
- Motion
- Motion to approve second reading of ordinance amending sign area allowances
- Moved / seconded
- Andy Litten / Tom Audette
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Source ref
- page: p.4
- Tags
- ordinance second reading zoning code signage
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6
Council to Consider Second Reading of Ordinance to Amend Chapter 155: Zoning Code - GC Height Standards
Proposed change allows maximum building height up to 60 feet in GC district to accommodate additional story for hotels, offices, hospitals. Additional 200 feet setback protects adjacent residential lots. Exempts habitable rooftop amenities from height calculation with limitations.
- Outcome
- approved
- Motion
- Motion to approve second reading of ordinance amending GC height standards
- Moved / seconded
- Andy Litten / Tom Audette
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Source ref
- page: p.5
- Tags
- ordinance second reading zoning code building height general commercial
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7
Council to Consider Second Reading of an Ordinance Authorizing Assignment and Assumption Agreement for Project Forge
Project Forge manufactures preinsulated copper pipes for HVAC industry, seeking to expand production at second location in York County. Company will add manufacturing equipment at both existing and new locations. 42 new jobs at $31.50 annually expected. Startup within 18 months, project timeframe up to 5 years.
- Outcome
- approved
- Motion
- Motion to approve second reading of ordinance authorizing assignment and assumption agreement for Project Forge
- Moved / seconded
- Andy Litten / Tom Audette
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Source ref
- page: p.5
- Tags
- ordinance second reading economic development manufacturing Project Forge
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8
Council to Consider Second Reading of an Ordinance Authorizing Special Source Credit Agreement for Project Dinger
Project Dinger provides global training service for baseball clients with digital and in-person experiences. Relocation of headquarters to Fort Mill with expansion planned. Timeline for opening summer 2026. Total investment estimated at $10,000,000 with 71 jobs expected at average hourly wage of $34.05 annually.
- Outcome
- approved
- Motion
- Motion to approve second reading of ordinance authorizing special source credit agreement for Project Dinger
- Moved / seconded
- Andy Litten / Tom Audette
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Source ref
- page: p.6
- Tags
- ordinance second reading economic development Project Dinger training services
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9
Council to Provide Second Reading of AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE EXISTING AGREEMENT GOVERNING THE YORK-CHESTER INDUSTRIAL PARK
Annual update to Multi-County Industrial Park Agreement with Chester County updating Master List of Properties given MCIP designation through Council legislative action during calendar year 2025. List assists Auditor and SCDOR in tracking County MCIP properties.
- Outcome
- approved
- Motion
- Motion to approve second reading of ordinance amending York-Chester Industrial Park Agreement
- Moved / seconded
- Andy Litten / Tom Audette
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Source ref
- page: p.7
- Tags
- ordinance second reading industrial park multi-county agreement
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10
Council to approve the execution of an agreement with Faulkner Development and Engineering, LLC of Hickory Grove SC
Agreement for design and construction of 10 miles of equestrian and pedestrian trails and gravel parking at Worth Mountain. Part of York County's Capital Improvement Plan and Worth Mountain's masterplan.
- Outcome
- approved
- Motion
- Motion to approve execution of agreement with Faulkner Development and Engineering, LLC for $715,000.00
- Moved / seconded
- Andy Litten / Tom Audette
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Source ref
- page: p.7
- Tags
- trails parks capital improvement
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11
Council to approve entering into an agreement with AT&T to receive Utility Tax Credit funding
AT&T awarded York County $100,000 of Utility Tax Credit funding for road improvements on Lazy Hawk Road associated with Project Unagi in Rock Hill, SC.
- Outcome
- approved
- Motion
- Motion to approve entering into agreement with AT&T for Utility Tax Credit funding
- Moved / seconded
- Andy Litten / Tom Audette
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Source ref
- page: p.8
- Tags
- utility tax credit road improvements
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12
Council to approve FY 2025-2026 insurance premium services for Culture and Heritage Museum's Worker's Compensation Insurance
Risk Management requesting Council approval for annual coverage in administration of York County's Culture and Heritage Museums' Worker Compensation Program through South Carolina State Accident Fund for total cost of $55,814.00.
- Outcome
- approved
- Motion
- Motion to approve FY 2025-2026 insurance premium services for Culture and Heritage Museum Worker's Compensation Insurance
- Moved / seconded
- Andy Litten / Tom Audette
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Source ref
- page: p.8
- Tags
- insurance worker compensation culture and heritage museum
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13
Council to approve a preliminary engineering agreement with Norfolk Southern Railway Company
Preliminary engineering agreement for Pennies Project 03020-012: Mount Gallant Road widening project between Dave Lyle Blvd and Anderson Road. Normal road design procedure requires Norfolk Southern to review road project plans for compliance with railway policies. Reimbursement made on hourly basis through standard railroad agreement for engineering services.
- Outcome
- approved
- Motion
- Motion to approve preliminary engineering agreement with Norfolk Southern Railway Company for $58,733.33
- Moved / seconded
- Andy Litten / Tom Audette
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Source ref
- page: p.8
- Tags
- road project railroad crossing engineering
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14
Council to approve RFQ #3008 regarding On Call/Prequalified Architecture and Landscape Architecture Services
Request for Qualifications to solicit interest and credentials from qualified firms or individuals licensed in South Carolina to provide professional architectural and landscape architectural services for three year on-call list.
- Outcome
- approved
- Motion
- Motion to approve RFQ #3008 for On Call/Prequalified Architecture and Landscape Architecture Services
- Moved / seconded
- Andy Litten / Tom Audette
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Source ref
- page: p.9
- Tags
- RFQ professional services architecture
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15
Council to authorize contract negotiations regarding RFQ #3015 for engineering services for the Highway 557 Sewer Upgrade Design Project
Request for Qualifications to solicit interest and credentials from qualified firms or individuals licensed in South Carolina to provide professional services associated with the Highway 557 Sewer Upgrade Project.
- Outcome
- approved
- Motion
- Motion to authorize contract negotiations regarding RFQ #3015 for Highway 557 Sewer Upgrade Design Project
- Moved / seconded
- Andy Litten / Tom Audette
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Source ref
- page: p.9
- Tags
- RFQ engineering services sewer upgrade
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16
Consider approval of nominated applicants for service for Boards & Commissions
Council to approve nominated applicants including James Smith (Board of Disabilities and Special Needs), Kylia Hayden (Building Board of Appeals), Jack Allen (Oakdale Fire Tax District Board), Maria Duncan (Culture and Heritage Commission District 3), James Fitzpatrick (Culture and Heritage Commission District 7), Edward Stewart (Culture and Heritage Commission Ex Officio), John Pannell (Catawba Mental Health Board), Jannell Stevens (Catawba Mental Health Board), and John Gregory (Catawba Mental Health Board).
- Outcome
- approved
- Motion
- Motion to approve nominated applicants for service on Boards & Commissions
- Moved / seconded
- Andy Litten / Tom Audette
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Source ref
- page: p.9
- Tags
- board appointments commissions
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17
Council to approve the 2026 County Council meeting dates calendar
Approval of 2026 County Council meeting dates calendar.
- Outcome
- approved
- Motion
- Motion to approve the 2026 County Council meeting dates calendar
- Moved / seconded
- Andy Litten / Tom Audette
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Source ref
- page: p.10
- Tags
- calendar administrative
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18
Council to approve purchase order increase of $40,000.00 to Life Technologies Corporation of Chicago IL
Sheriff's Office requesting approval for increase of $40,000.00 to existing purchase order for total purchase order amount of $80,000.00 for FY 25/26 for purchase of DNA supplies and equipment for use by Sheriff's Office.
- Outcome
- approved
- Motion
- Motion to approve purchase order increase to Life Technologies Corporation for DNA supplies and equipment
- Moved / seconded
- Andy Litten / Tom Audette
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Source ref
- page: p.10
- Tags
- purchase order sheriff's office DNA supplies
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19
Request authorization to apply and to accept if awarded, a South Carolina Coordinating Council Economic Development Setaside Grant C-25-4140 for Project Cornice
Authorization to apply for $200,000 SC grant for Project Cornice at 438 Lakeshore Parkway, Rock Hill. Project Cornice seeks to consolidate headquarters and manufacturing into single modern facility with integrated corporate offices, ornamental metals fabrication plant, and design-build space. Expected to consolidate 46 employees from North Carolina and create 28 new positions at average hourly wage of $55.36. Total capital investment $12,250,075 including building, upfit, and new machinery.
- Outcome
- approved
- Motion
- Motion to approve request for authorization to apply for South Carolina Coordinating Council Economic Development Setaside Grant for Project Cornice
- Moved / seconded
- Andy Litten / Tom Audette
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Source ref
- page: p.10
- Tags
- economic development grant Project Cornice
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9
Council to Conduct a Public Hearing and Provide Third Reading of AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE ZONING CODE - HOTELS AND MOTELS EXTENDED STAYS
Ordinance to regulate extended stays in hotels and motels, preventing use as permanent residences and preserving transient use. Creates new Section 3.40 establishing use limitations, definitions, maintenance standards, registration requirements, and enforcement provisions. Justice and Public Safety Committee reviewed on April 3, 2025 with input from Sheriff Tony Breeden and County staff. Intent to reduce nuisance complaints and improve enforcement coordination.
- Outcome
- approved
- Motion
- Motion to close the public hearing
- Moved / seconded
- Ansel Watts Huckabee Sr / Tom Audette
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Source ref
- page: p.11
- Tags
- ordinance third reading public hearing hotels motels extended stays
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9
Council to Conduct a Public Hearing and Provide Third Reading - Main Motion to Approve
Main motion to approve ordinance amending zoning code for hotels and motels extended stays.
- Outcome
- approved
- Motion
- Motion to approve ordinance amending zoning code for hotels and motels extended stays
- Moved / seconded
- Tom Audette / Ansel Watts Huckabee Sr
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Source ref
- page: p.12
- Tags
- ordinance hotels motels
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9.1
Costco Wholesale Corporation - Infrastructure Credit Agreement Public Hearing
Public hearing for Infrastructure Credit Agreement with Costco Wholesale Corporation (Project Sample) for distribution facility in Rock Hill. Facility will serve approximately 20 retail locations throughout Carolinas and small portion of Georgia. Construction anticipated over next 1-2 years with operations expected by mid-2027. Infrastructure improvements estimated at approximately $44 million. Total private investment $240,300,000 with 165 new jobs expected at average hourly wage of $26.66.
- Outcome
- approved
- Motion
- Motion to close the public hearing
- Moved / seconded
- Ansel Watts Huckabee Sr / William Bump Roddey
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Source ref
- page: p.12
- Tags
- public hearing infrastructure credit Costco economic development
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9.1
Costco Wholesale Corporation - Main Motion to Approve with Amendment
Motion made to approve with amendment to reduce infrastructure credit to $25M from $30M infrastructure improvements, with reduction going to off-site infrastructure improvements.
- Outcome
- approved
- Motion
- Motion to approve with amendment to reduce infrastructure credit to $25M
- Moved / seconded
- Andy Litten / Tom Audette
- Vote
- Yes 6, No 1, Abstained 0
- Source ref
- page: p.13
- Tags
- economic development infrastructure credit amendment
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9.1
Costco Wholesale Corporation - Conditional Third Reading
Motion to approve third reading conditioned upon 50 percent SSRC against fees in lieu of taxes being met through annual allocation of 75% of City of Rock Hill millage, 50% allocation of County millage, and adjusted variable allocation of RHSD3 millage to address any shortfall in annual fee/credit calculation, and that Taylors Creek Road not be connected to industrial park from Firepower Road.
- Outcome
- approved
- Motion
- Motion to approve third reading with conditions on SSRC and road connection
- Moved / seconded
- William Bump Roddey / Tommy Adkins
- Vote
- Yes 4, No 3, Abstained 0
- Source ref
- page: p.13
- Tags
- third reading conditional approval infrastructure Costco
-
Motion to go into Executive Session for Receipt of Legal Advice
Council moved into executive session for receipt of legal advice on legal matters/litigation update and contractual matter regarding interstate exchanges.
- Outcome
- approved
- Motion
- Motion to go into Executive Session for Receipt of Legal Advice
- Moved / seconded
- Andy Litten / William Bump Roddey
- Vote
- Yes 5, No 2, Abstained 0
- Source ref
- page: p.14
- Tags
- executive session legal advice
-
Matters for Consideration Following Executive Session
Council member William "Bump" Roddey withdrew the portion of the motion "with Rock Hill's approval."
- Outcome
- withdrawn
- Motion
- No motion recorded
- Moved / seconded
- Not recorded / Not recorded
- Vote
- No vote recorded
- Source ref
- page: p.15
- Tags
- executive session follow-up
-
Motion to defer to a special called meeting held prior to December 12th
Motion to defer matters to special called meeting failed with 4 in favor, 3 opposed, and 0 abstained.
- Outcome
- denied
- Motion
- Motion to defer to special called meeting held prior to December 12th
- Moved / seconded
- Andy Litten / Christi Cox
- Vote
- Yes 4, No 3, Abstained 0
- Source ref
- page: p.15
- Tags
- deferral special meeting
-
2
Rezoning Action: Hold a Public Hearing and Consider First Reading - Case #25-40
Request to rezone 2.81 acres from RMX-10 to RUD for temporary use of Seasonal Sales - Roadside Agricultural and Produce Stand. Consistent with Rural Residential future land use designation. Single-family rural homestead with sizable garden and open space closer to RUD district. Staff report and analysis with findings performed. Planning Commission approved 7-0 on November 10, 2025.
- Outcome
- approved
- Motion
- Motion to close the public hearing
- Moved / seconded
- William Bump Roddey / Ansel Watts Huckabee Sr
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Source ref
- page: p.15
- Tags
- rezoning first reading public hearing seasonal sales agricultural
-
2
Rezoning Action: Consider First Reading - Case #25-40 - Motion to Approve
Motion to approve first reading of rezoning from RMX-10 to RUD for seasonal agricultural produce stand.
- Outcome
- approved
- Motion
- Motion to approve rezoning from RMX-10 to RUD
- Moved / seconded
- Andy Litten / Ansel Watts Huckabee Sr
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Source ref
- page: p.15
- Tags
- rezoning first reading seasonal sales
-
3
Rezoning Action: Hold a Public Hearing and Consider First Reading - Case #25-41
Request to rezone 0.14 acres from PD to GC to incorporate parcel into Westlake Village Shopping Center currently being developed. Consistent with Neighborhood Center future land use designation. Planning Commission approved 7-0 on November 10, 2025. Staff recommendation to approve.
- Outcome
- approved
- Motion
- Motion to close the public hearing
- Moved / seconded
- Ansel Watts Huckabee Sr / Tom Audette
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Source ref
- page: p.16
- Tags
- rezoning first reading public hearing shopping center
-
3
Rezoning Action: Consider First Reading - Case #25-41 - Motion to Approve
Motion to approve first reading of rezoning from PD to GC for shopping center parcel.
- Outcome
- approved
- Motion
- Motion to approve rezoning from PD to GC
- Moved / seconded
- Andy Litten / Tom Audette
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Source ref
- page: p.16
- Tags
- rezoning first reading shopping center
-
4
Rezoning Action: Hold a Public Hearing and Consider First Reading - Case #25-42
Request to rezone 4.43 acres from AGC to RUD to subdivide property and build single-family residence on newly created lot. Consistent with Rural Residential future land use designation. Rezoning removes non-conforming lot size. Planning Commission approved 7-0 on November 10, 2025.
- Outcome
- approved
- Motion
- Motion to close the public hearing
- Moved / seconded
- Ansel Watts Huckabee Sr / Andy Litten
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Source ref
- page: p.16
- Tags
- rezoning first reading public hearing subdivision
-
4
Rezoning Action: Consider First Reading - Case #25-42 - Motion to Approve
Motion to approve first reading of rezoning from AGC to RUD for single-family residence subdivision.
- Outcome
- approved
- Motion
- Motion to approve rezoning from AGC to RUD
- Moved / seconded
- Tommy Adkins / Ansel Watts Huckabee Sr
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Source ref
- page: p.17
- Tags
- rezoning first reading subdivision
-
5
Rezoning Action: Hold a Public Hearing and Consider First Reading - Case #25-43
Request to rezone 26.57 acres from UD to ID to construct approximately 11,200-sf warehouse building with remaining 17-acre area potentially used for gravel truck parking or industrial outdoor storage. Parcel 673-155 will be reserved for future development with restrictions. Not consistent with Neighborhood Residential future land use designation as it transitions away from I-77 Corridor near Rock Hill High School and residential uses. Staff and Planning Commission recommend denial.
- Outcome
- withdrawn
- Motion
- Motion to withdraw application
- Moved / seconded
- Not recorded / Not recorded
- Vote
- No vote recorded
- Source ref
- page: p.17
- Tags
- rezoning first reading public hearing warehouse withdrawn
-
6
Rezoning Action: Hold a Public Hearing and Consider First Reading - Case #25-44
Request to rezone 1.66 acres from UD to ID to utilize existing building for potential industrial, warehousing, or light manufacturing use with potential industrial outside storage. Final future tenant not determined. ID zoning can align with Municipal Infill and Rock Hill's Employment Center future land use designations, but more intensive ID would not be compatible with adjacent multifamily residential complex or nearby regional park. Staff recommendation to deny. Planning Commission approved 7-0 for denial.
- Outcome
- withdrawn
- Motion
- Motion to withdraw application
- Moved / seconded
- Not recorded / Not recorded
- Vote
- No vote recorded
- Source ref
- page: p.18
- Tags
- rezoning first reading public hearing industrial withdrawn
-
7
Rezoning Action: Hold a Public Hearing and Consider First Reading - Case #25-45
Request to rezone 1.9 acres from RSF-40 to RSF-30 to subdivide parcel and build additional dwelling for family member. Consistent with Single Family Residential future land use designation. Staff report and analysis with findings performed. Planning Commission approved 7-0 on November 10, 2025.
- Outcome
- approved
- Motion
- Motion to close the public hearing
- Moved / seconded
- Ansel Watts Huckabee Sr / Tom Audette
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Source ref
- page: p.19
- Tags
- rezoning first reading public hearing subdivision
-
7
Rezoning Action: Consider First Reading - Case #25-45 - Motion to Approve
Motion to approve first reading of rezoning from RSF-40 to RSF-30 for additional dwelling.
- Outcome
- approved
- Motion
- Motion to approve rezoning from RSF-40 to RSF-30
- Moved / seconded
- Tom Audette / Tom Audette
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Source ref
- page: p.19
- Tags
- rezoning first reading subdivision
-
8
Rezoning Action: Hold a Public Hearing and Consider First Reading - Case #25-47
Request to rezone 0.32 acres from UD to RMX-10 to construct detached single family home on 14,000-sf vacant parcel. Not consistent with Single Family Residential future land use designation, however RMX-10 zoning is necessary to meet required minimum lot size of existing platted parcel. Uses in requested zoning district more compatible than existing zoning district. Planning Commission approved 7-0 on November 10, 2025.
- Outcome
- approved
- Motion
- Motion to close the public hearing
- Moved / seconded
- Ansel Watts Huckabee Sr / Tom Audette
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Source ref
- page: p.20
- Tags
- rezoning first reading public hearing single family
-
8
Rezoning Action: Consider First Reading - Case #25-47 - Motion to Approve
Motion to approve first reading of rezoning from UD to RMX-10 for single family home.
- Outcome
- approved
- Motion
- Motion to approve rezoning from UD to RMX-10
- Moved / seconded
- Andy Litten / Tom Audette
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Source ref
- page: p.20
- Tags
- rezoning first reading single family
Votes
-
Government Finance Officers Association Distinguished Budget Presentation Award
Motion to authorize the movement of item #9 in public hearings to be moved to item #1 in public hearings
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Outcome
- approved
- Source ref
- page: p.1
-
Council to approve the minutes from the November 17, 2025 Council meeting
Motion to approve the minutes from the November 17, 2025 Council meeting
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Outcome
- approved
- Source ref
- page: p.2
-
Rezoning Action: Consider Third Reading - Case #25-26
Motion to approve rezoning from AGC and RUD to RUD
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Outcome
- approved
- Source ref
- page: p.2
-
Rezoning Action: Consider Third Reading - Case #25-38
Motion to approve rezoning from RSF-30 to NC
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Outcome
- approved
- Source ref
- page: p.2
-
Rezoning Action: Consider Third Reading - Case #25-39
Motion to approve rezoning from UD to GC
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Outcome
- approved
- Source ref
- page: p.3
-
Council to Consider Second Reading of an Ordinance to Amend Chapter 155: Zoning Code - Development and Design Standards - Sign Area
Motion to approve second reading of ordinance amending sign area allowances
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Outcome
- approved
- Source ref
- page: p.4
-
Council to Consider Second Reading of Ordinance to Amend Chapter 155: Zoning Code - GC Height Standards
Motion to approve second reading of ordinance amending GC height standards
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Outcome
- approved
- Source ref
- page: p.5
-
Council to Consider Second Reading of an Ordinance Authorizing Assignment and Assumption Agreement for Project Forge
Motion to approve second reading of ordinance authorizing assignment and assumption agreement for Project Forge
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Outcome
- approved
- Source ref
- page: p.5
-
Council to Consider Second Reading of an Ordinance Authorizing Special Source Credit Agreement for Project Dinger
Motion to approve second reading of ordinance authorizing special source credit agreement for Project Dinger
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Outcome
- approved
- Source ref
- page: p.6
-
Council to Provide Second Reading of AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE EXISTING AGREEMENT GOVERNING THE YORK-CHESTER INDUSTRIAL PARK
Motion to approve second reading of ordinance amending York-Chester Industrial Park Agreement
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Outcome
- approved
- Source ref
- page: p.7
-
Council to approve the execution of an agreement with Faulkner Development and Engineering, LLC of Hickory Grove SC
Motion to approve execution of agreement with Faulkner Development and Engineering, LLC for $715,000.00
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Outcome
- approved
- Source ref
- page: p.7
-
Council to approve entering into an agreement with AT&T to receive Utility Tax Credit funding
Motion to approve entering into agreement with AT&T for Utility Tax Credit funding
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Outcome
- approved
- Source ref
- page: p.8
-
Council to approve FY 2025-2026 insurance premium services for Culture and Heritage Museum's Worker's Compensation Insurance
Motion to approve FY 2025-2026 insurance premium services for Culture and Heritage Museum Worker's Compensation Insurance
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Outcome
- approved
- Source ref
- page: p.8
-
Council to approve a preliminary engineering agreement with Norfolk Southern Railway Company
Motion to approve preliminary engineering agreement with Norfolk Southern Railway Company for $58,733.33
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Outcome
- approved
- Source ref
- page: p.8
-
Council to approve RFQ #3008 regarding On Call/Prequalified Architecture and Landscape Architecture Services
Motion to approve RFQ #3008 for On Call/Prequalified Architecture and Landscape Architecture Services
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Outcome
- approved
- Source ref
- page: p.9
-
Council to authorize contract negotiations regarding RFQ #3015 for engineering services for the Highway 557 Sewer Upgrade Design Project
Motion to authorize contract negotiations regarding RFQ #3015 for Highway 557 Sewer Upgrade Design Project
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Outcome
- approved
- Source ref
- page: p.9
-
Consider approval of nominated applicants for service for Boards & Commissions
Motion to approve nominated applicants for service on Boards & Commissions
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Outcome
- approved
- Source ref
- page: p.9
-
Council to approve the 2026 County Council meeting dates calendar
Motion to approve the 2026 County Council meeting dates calendar
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Outcome
- approved
- Source ref
- page: p.10
-
Council to approve purchase order increase of $40,000.00 to Life Technologies Corporation of Chicago IL
Motion to approve purchase order increase to Life Technologies Corporation for DNA supplies and equipment
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Outcome
- approved
- Source ref
- page: p.10
-
Request authorization to apply and to accept if awarded, a South Carolina Coordinating Council Economic Development Setaside Grant C-25-4140 for Project Cornice
Motion to approve request for authorization to apply for South Carolina Coordinating Council Economic Development Setaside Grant for Project Cornice
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Outcome
- approved
- Source ref
- page: p.10
-
Council to Conduct a Public Hearing and Provide Third Reading of AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE ZONING CODE - HOTELS AND MOTELS EXTENDED STAYS
Motion to close the public hearing
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Outcome
- approved
- Source ref
- page: p.11
-
Council to Conduct a Public Hearing and Provide Third Reading - Main Motion to Approve
Motion to approve ordinance amending zoning code for hotels and motels extended stays
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Outcome
- approved
- Source ref
- page: p.12
-
Costco Wholesale Corporation - Infrastructure Credit Agreement Public Hearing
Motion to close the public hearing
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Outcome
- approved
- Source ref
- page: p.12
-
Costco Wholesale Corporation - Main Motion to Approve with Amendment
Motion to approve with amendment to reduce infrastructure credit to $25M
- Vote
- Yes 6, No 1, Abstained 0
- Outcome
- approved
- Source ref
- page: p.13
-
Costco Wholesale Corporation - Conditional Third Reading
Motion to approve third reading with conditions on SSRC and road connection
- Vote
- Yes 4, No 3, Abstained 0
- Outcome
- approved
- Source ref
- page: p.13
-
Motion to go into Executive Session for Receipt of Legal Advice
Motion to go into Executive Session for Receipt of Legal Advice
- Vote
- Yes 5, No 2, Abstained 0
- Outcome
- approved
- Source ref
- page: p.14
-
Motion to defer to a special called meeting held prior to December 12th
Motion to defer to special called meeting held prior to December 12th
- Vote
- Yes 4, No 3, Abstained 0
- Outcome
- denied
- Source ref
- page: p.15
-
Rezoning Action: Hold a Public Hearing and Consider First Reading - Case #25-40
Motion to close the public hearing
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Outcome
- approved
- Source ref
- page: p.15
-
Rezoning Action: Consider First Reading - Case #25-40 - Motion to Approve
Motion to approve rezoning from RMX-10 to RUD
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Outcome
- approved
- Source ref
- page: p.15
-
Rezoning Action: Hold a Public Hearing and Consider First Reading - Case #25-41
Motion to close the public hearing
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Outcome
- approved
- Source ref
- page: p.16
-
Rezoning Action: Consider First Reading - Case #25-41 - Motion to Approve
Motion to approve rezoning from PD to GC
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Outcome
- approved
- Source ref
- page: p.16
-
Rezoning Action: Hold a Public Hearing and Consider First Reading - Case #25-42
Motion to close the public hearing
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Outcome
- approved
- Source ref
- page: p.16
-
Rezoning Action: Consider First Reading - Case #25-42 - Motion to Approve
Motion to approve rezoning from AGC to RUD
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Outcome
- approved
- Source ref
- page: p.17
-
Rezoning Action: Hold a Public Hearing and Consider First Reading - Case #25-43
Motion to withdraw application
- Vote
- Not provided
- Outcome
- withdrawn
- Source ref
- page: p.17
-
Rezoning Action: Hold a Public Hearing and Consider First Reading - Case #25-44
Motion to withdraw application
- Vote
- Not provided
- Outcome
- withdrawn
- Source ref
- page: p.18
-
Rezoning Action: Hold a Public Hearing and Consider First Reading - Case #25-45
Motion to close the public hearing
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Outcome
- approved
- Source ref
- page: p.19
-
Rezoning Action: Consider First Reading - Case #25-45 - Motion to Approve
Motion to approve rezoning from RSF-40 to RSF-30
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Outcome
- approved
- Source ref
- page: p.19
-
Rezoning Action: Hold a Public Hearing and Consider First Reading - Case #25-47
Motion to close the public hearing
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Outcome
- approved
- Source ref
- page: p.20
-
Rezoning Action: Consider First Reading - Case #25-47 - Motion to Approve
Motion to approve rezoning from UD to RMX-10
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Outcome
- approved
- Source ref
- page: p.20
Public Hearings
-
Silfab and golf cart use in York County
Brian Gracon (370 Mount Side Way, Fort Mill) opposed Silfab operating in Fort Mill. Scott Couchenour (722 West Oak Street, Fort Mill) had concerns about golf cart use in York County and requested Sheriff's Department involvement. Valdimir Drabot (463 Cranborne Circle, Fort Mill) opposed Silfab operating in Fort Mill.
- Speakers
- None recorded
- Source ref
- page: p.1
-
Extended Stays at Hotels and Motels
Public hearing held on ordinance to regulate extended stays at hotels and motels. No public comments were recorded as there being no one interested in speaking for or against the proposed ordinance. Motion made to close public hearing.
- Speakers
- None recorded
- Source ref
- page: p.11
-
Costco Wholesale Corporation - Infrastructure Credit Agreement
Multiple public comments recorded. Opposition speakers: Tim Steele (2575 Catawba Church Road, Rock Hill) opposed fee incentive for Costco; Harry Johnson (3591 Enterprise Drive, Rock Hill) opposed Costco due to increased traffic; Jessica Beck (840 Puddin's Place, Edgemore) opposed increased traffic from Costco; Jeff Blair (299 Southside Road, Rock Hill) opposed Costco; Cyndi Helms (2276 Williford Road, Rock Hill) opposed Costco; Bill Dunlap (Chief of Oakdale Fire Department) opposed Costco due to traffic and safety concerns. Support speakers: Tim Heggerty (4747 Birchway Drive, Fort Mill) supported Costco; Russ Elliott (XL Truck Group President) supported Costco; Seth Katz (Costco Assistant Vice President Real Estate) supported Costco and proposed reduction to $25M from $30M for off-site infrastructure improvements.
- Speakers
- None recorded
- Source ref
- page: p.13
-
Rezoning Case #25-40 - Seasonal Sales Agricultural Produce Stand
No public comments recorded. Thomas Newlin, Long Range Planner presented information on the proposed rezoning. Motion made to close public hearing.
- Speakers
- None recorded
- Source ref
- page: p.15
-
Rezoning Case #25-41 - Westlake Village Shopping Center
No public comments recorded. Thomas Newlin, Long Range Planner presented information on the proposed rezoning. Motion made to close public hearing.
- Speakers
- None recorded
- Source ref
- page: p.16
-
Rezoning Case #25-42 - Single Family Residence Subdivision
No public comments recorded. Thomas Newlin, Long Range Planner presented information on the proposed rezoning. Motion made to close public hearing.
- Speakers
- None recorded
- Source ref
- page: p.16
-
Rezoning Case #25-45 - Dwelling Subdivision
No public comments recorded. Thomas Newlin, Long Range Planner presented information on the proposed rezoning. Motion made to close public hearing.
- Speakers
- None recorded
- Source ref
- page: p.19
-
Rezoning Case #25-47 - Single Family Home
Kristin Hunsberger, property owner, addressed Council in support of the proposed rezoning. No other public comments recorded. Motion made to close public hearing.
- Speakers
- None recorded
- Source ref
- page: p.20
Action Items
-
Recognized staff on Government Finance Officers Association Distinguished Budget Presentation Award
- Owner
- County Manager Josh Edwards
- Due
- Source ref
- page: p.1
-
Refer golf cart ordinance for Baxter Village to next agenda for consideration
- Owner
- Council
- Due
- Source ref
- page: p.21
-
Meeting held Monday, November 24, 2025 with Chairwoman Debi Cloninger providing report to Council
- Owner
- Planning & Zoning Committee
- Due
- 2025-11-24
- Source ref
- page: p.21
-
Meeting held Tuesday, November 25, 2025 with Chairman Tommy Adkins providing report to Council
- Owner
- Justice & Public Safety Committee
- Due
- 2025-11-25
- Source ref
- page: p.21
Upcoming Dates
-
Planning & Zoning Committee Meeting
- Date
- 2025-11-24
-
Justice & Public Safety Committee Meeting
- Date
- 2025-11-25
-
County Council meeting dates per approved 2026 calendar
- Date
- 2026
Watchlist Flags
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Rezoning Action: Consider Third Reading - Case #25-26
- Category
- subdivision
-
Rezoning Action: Consider Third Reading - Case #25-26
- Category
- rezoning
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Rezoning Action: Consider Third Reading - Case #25-38
- Category
- rezoning
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Rezoning Action: Consider Third Reading - Case #25-39
- Category
- rezoning
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Rezoning Action: Hold a Public Hearing and Consider First Reading - Case #25-40
- Category
- subdivision
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Rezoning Action: Hold a Public Hearing and Consider First Reading - Case #25-40
- Category
- rezoning
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Rezoning Action: Consider First Reading - Case #25-40 - Motion to Approve
- Category
- rezoning
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Rezoning Action: Hold a Public Hearing and Consider First Reading - Case #25-41
- Category
- rezoning
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Rezoning Action: Consider First Reading - Case #25-41 - Motion to Approve
- Category
- rezoning
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Rezoning Action: Hold a Public Hearing and Consider First Reading - Case #25-42
- Category
- subdivision
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Rezoning Action: Hold a Public Hearing and Consider First Reading - Case #25-42
- Category
- rezoning
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Rezoning Action: Consider First Reading - Case #25-42 - Motion to Approve
- Category
- subdivision
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Rezoning Action: Consider First Reading - Case #25-42 - Motion to Approve
- Category
- rezoning
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Rezoning Action: Hold a Public Hearing and Consider First Reading - Case #25-43
- Category
- rezoning
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Rezoning Action: Hold a Public Hearing and Consider First Reading - Case #25-44
- Category
- rezoning
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Rezoning Action: Hold a Public Hearing and Consider First Reading - Case #25-45
- Category
- subdivision
-
Rezoning Action: Hold a Public Hearing and Consider First Reading - Case #25-45
- Category
- rezoning
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Rezoning Action: Consider First Reading - Case #25-45 - Motion to Approve
- Category
- subdivision
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Rezoning Action: Consider First Reading - Case #25-45 - Motion to Approve
- Category
- rezoning
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Rezoning Action: Hold a Public Hearing and Consider First Reading - Case #25-47
- Category
- subdivision
-
Rezoning Action: Hold a Public Hearing and Consider First Reading - Case #25-47
- Category
- rezoning
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Rezoning Action: Consider First Reading - Case #25-47 - Motion to Approve
- Category
- subdivision
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Rezoning Action: Consider First Reading - Case #25-47 - Motion to Approve
- Category
- rezoning
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