Narrative Summary
Summary
York County County Council held a regular meeting on March 16, 2026 with all seven members present. The agenda was substantial, covering two rezoning second readings, a contested zoning ordinance amendment for data center uses, a development agreement with Clover School District No. 2, and a new ambulance services franchise ordinance on first reading. The meeting also featured a public forum in which fifteen residents spoke in opposition to Silfab Solar operating in Fort Mill, and concluded with executive session items resulting in several county attorney personnel actions. Nearly all votes were unanimous, with the data center ordinance generating the most debate and the only split votes of the evening.
Key Decisions & Votes
- Approve minutes — March 2, 2026 Regular Meeting — Motion to approve minutes. Vote: Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0.
- Approve minutes — March 6, 2026 Special Called Meeting — Motion to approve minutes. Vote: Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0.
- Approve minutes — March 10, 2026 Council Workshop — Motion to approve minutes. Vote: Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0.
- Rezoning Case #25-48 (2389 Highway 160 W, Fort Mill) — Motion to approve second reading rezoning from RUD to GC for 0.611 acres for gasoline sales use. Vote: Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0. Planning Commission and staff both recommended approval.
- Rezoning Case #26-02 (Hands Mill Highway) — Motion to approve second reading rezoning from UD to GC for 7.0 acres for commercial development including retail/grocery store and outparcels. Vote: Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0. Request aligns with the Future Land Use Map Community Center node designation.
- Sheriff's Office FY 2026-2027 State-Funded School Resource Officer Program — Motion to authorize acceptance if awarded funds of $2,790,548 from the S.C. Department of Public Safety. Vote: Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0.
- Pre-construction agreement with MB Kahn Construction, LLC — Motion to approve agreement not-to-exceed $50,000 for pre-construction services for the Moss Justice Booking Renovations and Waterline Replacement project. Vote: Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0.
- Photocopier/multifunctional services payment — Toshiba Business Solutions — Motion to approve payment of approximately $171,000 for countywide copier services (approx. $180,000 annually). Vote: Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0.
- Contract amendment — DeVita and Associates Inc., HVAC at York County Historic Courthouse — Motion to approve contract amendment for mechanical, electrical, and plumbing engineering services for total contract cost of $467,400. Vote: Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0.
- Interlocal cooperative purchasing agreement — Houston Galveston Area Council (H-GAC) — Motion to approve agreement as an alternative sourcing option for procurement of goods and services. Vote: Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0.
- Declare 43 vehicles surplus and authorize disposition — Motion to approve declaration and disposition through most beneficial process as part of annual vehicle replacement program. Vote: Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0.
- Purchase of 2026 Ram 2500 4x4 crew cab SSV for Emergency Management — Motion to approve purchase from Team Dodge Ram of Myrtle Beach via SC State Contract for $53,595. Vote: Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0.
- Declare four wrecked vehicles surplus and authorize replacement — Motion to approve declaration and replacement of one 2020 Ford Police Interceptor, one 2021 Ford Police Interceptor, and two 2023 Nissan Rogues through the vehicle replacement fund. Vote: Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0.
- Zoning Code Amendment — Data Center Special Exception (Second Reading, as amended) — Motion to approve with amendments: removal of Light Industrial (LI) as an acceptable zoning district, restrict groundwater access, require water and power approval letters, and refer to Planning & Zoning Committee for further review. Vote: Yes 5, No 2, Abstained 0. Public hearing drew speakers both in support and opposition; pending ordinance doctrine had been applied at first reading.
- Amendment to Data Center ordinance — Decommissioning provision — Motion to amend to require applicants to submit a decommissioning plan covering equipment removal, fuel storage area remediation, site stabilization, full disclosure of cooling type and projected water use, and a willingness and capability letter from water and electric service providers. Vote: Yes 6, No 1, Abstained 0.
- Development Agreement — Clover School District No. 2 (First Public Hearing, Second Reading) — Motion to approve ordinance authorizing development agreement to mitigate traffic impacts of Lake Wylie High School and Liberty Hill Elementary School. Vote: Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0. Second public hearing scheduled for April 6, 2026.
- Ambulance Services Franchise Ordinance — First Reading — Motion to approve first reading of ordinance to regulate ambulance services, establish franchise requirements, and provide for collaborative service quality review and oversight. Vote: Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0. Atrium Health and Piedmont Medical Center both expressed support.
- 10% pay increase for all sworn Sheriff's Office personnel — Motion to approve across-the-board 10% increase for deputies, detention officers, and other sworn personnel to remain competitive with surrounding agencies. Vote: Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0. Funds available in current budget through FY 2025-26; increase to be budgeted in FY 2026-27.
- Amendment to county attorney's retainer agreement — Motion to approve amendment following executive session. Vote: Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0.
- Create and fund two Assistant County Attorney positions — Motion to create and fund two positions following executive session. Vote: Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0.
- Create and fund York County Attorney/Special Advice Counsel/Government Liaison position — Motion to create and fund position following executive session. Vote: Yes 6, No 1, Abstained 0.
Watchlist Flags
- Rezoning: Rezoning Action — Case #25-48 — Council approved second reading rezoning 0.611 acres at 2389 Highway 160 W, Fort Mill from RUD to General Commercial (GC) to accommodate a gasoline sales use, with both Planning Commission and staff in support.
> "Rezoning request from RUD to GC for 0.611 acres at 2389 Highway 160 W, Fort Mill for gasoline sales use. Planning Commission and staff both recommended approval."
- Rezoning: Rezoning Action — Case #26-02 — Council approved second reading rezoning 7.0 acres on Hands Mill Highway in the Huckabee District from UD to General Commercial (GC) for a commercial development including a retail/grocery store and outparcels, consistent with the Future Land Use Map Community Center node designation.
> "Rezoning request from UD to GC for 7.0 acres on Hands Mill Highway in Huckabee District. Purpose is to develop the site as a commercial development including retail/grocery store and outparcels."
- Zoning Amendment: Ordinance to Amend Chapter 155 — Data Center Special Exception in LI and ID Districts — Council approved a second reading zoning code amendment requiring a special exception for data center uses, but further amended it to remove Light Industrial as a permitted zoning district, restrict groundwater access, mandate utility capability letters, require decommissioning plans, and refer the matter to the Planning & Zoning Committee for continued review. The vote was split 5-2 on the primary motion and 6-1 on the decommissioning amendment, reflecting substantive public and council debate.
> "Council is considering requiring a special exception and applying development standards for new data center developments in York County… Motion to approve with amendments as follows: removal of LI as an acceptable zoning code, restrict groundwater access and require an approval letter to require needs of water and power, and refer to the Planning & Zoning Committee for further review and discussion."
Action Items & Upcoming Dates
- Planning & Zoning Committee to conduct further review and discussion of data center ordinance amendments, including LI zoning removal, groundwater restrictions, and water/power approval letter requirements.
- April 6, 2026 — Second public hearing on Clover School District No. 2 Development Agreement ordinance.
- March 12, 2026 — Economic Development Committee Meeting at 6:00 p.m., Chairman Watts Huckabee. (Note: date precedes meeting date as recorded in source.)
- March 16, 2026 — Finance & Operations Committee Meeting at 5:30 p.m., Chairman Tom Audette. (Note: same date as meeting as recorded in source.)
Agenda Items
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1
Approve minutes of March 2, 2026 Council meeting
Motion to approve the minutes from the previous regular council meeting held on March 2, 2026.
- Outcome
- approved
- Motion
- Council to approve the minutes of the March 2, 2026 Council meeting
- Moved / seconded
- Tom Audette / Ansel Watts Huckabee Sr
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Source ref
- page: p.2
- Tags
- administrative
-
2
Approve minutes of March 6, 2026 Special Called County Council meeting
Motion to approve the minutes from the special called council meeting held on March 6, 2026.
- Outcome
- approved
- Motion
- Council to approve the minutes of the March 6, 2026 Special Called County Council meeting
- Moved / seconded
- Tom Audette / Ansel Watts Huckabee Sr
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Source ref
- page: p.3
- Tags
- administrative
-
3
Approve minutes of March 10, 2026 Council Workshop
Motion to approve the minutes from the council workshop held on March 10, 2026.
- Outcome
- approved
- Motion
- Council to approve the minutes of the March 10, 2026 Council Workshop
- Moved / seconded
- Tom Audette / Ansel Watts Huckabee Sr
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Source ref
- page: p.3
- Tags
- administrative
-
4
Rezoning Action: Consider Second Reading - Case #25-48
Rezoning request from RUD to GC for 0.611 acres at 2389 Highway 160 W, Fort Mill for gasoline sales use. Planning Commission and staff both recommended approval. The purpose is to develop the site with a Gasoline Sales use and improve site functionality to meet land development ordinances. Non-residential uses including the requested use align with the Future Land Use Map designation when located at major intersections.
- Outcome
- approved
- Motion
- Motion to approve
- Moved / seconded
- Tom Audette / Ansel Watts Huckabee Sr
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Source ref
- page: p.3
- Tags
- rezoning gasoline sales commercial development
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5
Rezoning Action: Consider Second Reading - Case #26-02
Rezoning request from UD to GC for 7.0 acres on Hands Mill Highway in Huckabee District. Purpose is to develop the site as a commercial development including retail/grocery store and outparcels. Request aligns with the future land use map designation of Community Center node. Staff and Planning Commission both recommended approval.
- Outcome
- approved
- Motion
- Motion to approve
- Moved / seconded
- Tom Audette / Ansel Watts Huckabee Sr
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Source ref
- page: p.4
- Tags
- rezoning commercial development retail grocery
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6
Council to authorize the Sheriff's Office to accept, if awarded, FY 2026-2027 State-Funded School Resource Officer Program
Sheriff's Office requests approval to accept if awarded funds from the FY 2026-2027 State-Funded School Resource Officer Program from the S.C. Department of Public Safety. Funds requested in the amount of $2,790,548.
- Outcome
- approved
- Motion
- Motion to approve
- Moved / seconded
- Tom Audette / Ansel Watts Huckabee Sr
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Source ref
- page: p.5
- Tags
- school resource officer state funding
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7
Council to approve the pre-construction agreement with MB Kahn Construction, LLC
Approval requested for pre-construction agreement with MB Kahn Construction, LLC in a not-to-exceed amount of $50,000.00 to provide pre-construction services for the Moss Justice Booking Renovations and Waterline Replacement project. Pre-construction services is the first phase of Construction Manager At-Risk (CMAR) and contractor will assist during design and provide up-to-date construction estimates, value engineering and constructability advice.
- Outcome
- approved
- Motion
- Motion to approve
- Moved / seconded
- Tom Audette / Ansel Watts Huckabee Sr
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Source ref
- page: p.5
- Tags
- construction booking renovations waterline replacement
-
8
Council to approve payment for photocopier/multifunctional services
Information Technology Department requests approval of payment to Toshiba Business Solutions of Mt. Gilead, NC for countywide photocopier/multifunctional services (approximately 150 copiers) for an estimated cost of $171,000 for this particular billing (approximately $180,000.00 annually) at a cost of $0.0259 per mono copy and $0.0497 per color copy.
- Outcome
- approved
- Motion
- Motion to approve
- Moved / seconded
- Tom Audette / Ansel Watts Huckabee Sr
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Source ref
- page: p.5
- Tags
- photocopier services information technology
-
9
Council to approve a contract amendment for Professional Mechanical Engineering Services
Approval requested for contract amendment with DeVita and Associates Inc. of Greenville SC for additional mechanical, electrical, plumbing design and engineering services for the HVAC Replacement at the York County Historic Courthouse for a total contract cost of $467,400.00. The Historic Courthouse's HVAC system was identified and budgeted for replacement. The project engineer provided a proposal for additional scope and changes to the original design that supports the project.
- Outcome
- approved
- Motion
- Motion to approve
- Moved / seconded
- Tom Audette / Ansel Watts Huckabee Sr
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Source ref
- page: p.6
- Tags
- HVAC replacement historic courthouse engineering services
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10
Council to approve an interlocal cooperative purchasing contractual agreement with Houston Galveston Area Council
Procurement Department requests approval to enter into a contractual agreement with Houston Galveston Area Council (H-GAC) of Houston TX as an alternative sourcing option for the procurement of goods and services.
- Outcome
- approved
- Motion
- Motion to approve
- Moved / seconded
- Tom Audette / Ansel Watts Huckabee Sr
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Source ref
- page: p.6
- Tags
- procurement cooperative purchasing
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11
Council to declare 43 vehicles as surplus property and authorize disposition
Public Works Department requests declaration of 43 vehicles as surplus property as part of the County's annual vehicle replacement program and authorization of disposition through the most beneficial process.
- Outcome
- approved
- Motion
- Motion to approve
- Moved / seconded
- Tom Audette / Ansel Watts Huckabee Sr
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Source ref
- page: p.7
- Tags
- vehicle replacement surplus property
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12
Council to approve purchase of one new 2026 Ram 2500 4x4 crew cab SSV
Public Works Department requests approval to purchase a new, unused 2026 Ram 2500 4x4 crew cab SSV for use by Emergency Management from Team Dodge Ram of Myrtle Beach SC via SC State Contract for the total cost of $53,595.00 as provisioned by York County's Procurement Code §35.010 (D)(3). This truck is a FY25/26 replacement in the Emergency Management Department.
- Outcome
- approved
- Motion
- Motion to approve
- Moved / seconded
- Tom Audette / Ansel Watts Huckabee Sr
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Source ref
- page: p.7
- Tags
- vehicle purchase emergency management
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13
Council to declare four wrecked vehicles as surplus property and authorize replacement
Public Works Department requests declaration of the following four wrecked vehicles as surplus property and authorization of replacement through the vehicle replacement fund: One 2020 Ford Police Interceptor, one 2021 Ford Police Interceptor, and two 2023 Nissan Rogues.
- Outcome
- approved
- Motion
- Motion to approve
- Moved / seconded
- Tom Audette / Ansel Watts Huckabee Sr
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Source ref
- page: p.7
- Tags
- vehicle replacement wrecked vehicles surplus property
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1
COUNCIL TO HOLD A PUBLIC HEARING AND CONSIDER SECOND READING OF AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND CHAPTER 155: ZONING CODE, SUBCHAPTER C: USE REGULATIONS TO REQUIRE A SPECIAL EXCEPTION FOR DATA CENTER USES IN THE LIGHT INDUSTRIAL AND INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT ZONING DISTRICTS
Council is considering requiring a special exception and applying development standards for new data center developments in York County. Based on review of existing County regulations and considering concerns regarding Data Centers and Data Center development, Council is currently considering requiring a special exception and applying development standards for new data center developments. Pending ordinance doctrine was applied on approval of first reading. Planning Director Jonathon Buono provided an overview of proposed modifications. Public hearing held with speakers both in opposition and support. Motion made to approve with amendments including: removal of LI as an acceptable zoning code, restrict groundwater access, require approval letter for water and power needs, and refer to Planning & Zoning Committee for further review and discussion.
- Outcome
- approved
- Motion
- Motion to approve with amendments as follows: removal of LI as an acceptable zoning code, restrict groundwater access and require an approval letter to require needs of water and power, and refer to the Planning & Zoning Committee for further review and discussion
- Moved / seconded
- Tom Audette / Debi Cloninger
- Vote
- Yes 5, No 2, Abstained 0
- Source ref
- range: pp.8-9
- Tags
- zoning data center ordinance amendment special exception
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2
Amendment to Public Hearing 1 - Decommissioning Provision
Motion to amend to recommend a decommissioning provision provided, requiring that any applicant submit a decommissioning plan detailing removal of equipment remediation of fuel storage areas and site stabilization measures, provide full disclosure of the cooling type and the projected water use, disclose the type of cooling system, estimated daily water usage, estimated peak daily usage, estimated water consumption at full buildout, require the water and electric service provider to provide a willingness and capability letter.
- Outcome
- approved
- Motion
- Motion to amend to recommend a decommissioning provision provided, requiring that any applicant submit a decommissioning plan detailing removal of equipment remediation of fuel storage areas and site stabilization measures, provide full disclosure of the cooling type and the projected water use, disclose the type of cooling system, estimated daily water usage, estimated peak daily usage, estimated water consumption at full buildout, require the water and electric service provider to provide a willingness and capability letter
- Moved / seconded
- Christi Cox / William Bump Roddey
- Vote
- Yes 6, No 1, Abstained 0
- Source ref
- page: p.10
- Tags
- zoning data center decommissioning ordinance
-
2
COUNCIL TO HOLD A FIRST PUBLIC HEARING AND CONSIDER SECOND READING OF AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION AND DELIVERY OF A DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT - CLOVER SCHOOL DISTRICT NO.2
Proposed development agreement allows Clover School District to mitigate the traffic impacts of Lake Wylie High School and Liberty Hill Elementary School. Council to hold a second public hearing on April 6, 2026. No public comments received during the hearing.
- Outcome
- approved
- Motion
- Motion to approve
- Moved / seconded
- Andy Litten / Tom Audette
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Source ref
- page: p.10
- Tags
- development agreement school district traffic mitigation
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1
CONSIDER FIRST READING OF AN ORDINANCE BY TITLE ONLY OF YORK COUNTY, SOUTH CAROLINA, TO REGULATE AMBULANCE SERVICES, ESTABLISH FRANCHISE REQUIREMENTS, AND PROVIDE FOR COLLABORATIVE SERVICE QUALITY REVIEW AND PROGRAM OVERSIGHT
Proposed York County Ambulance Service Franchise Ordinance establishes a formal regulatory and oversight framework for the County's 911 EMS System. The ordinance creates a structured franchise requirement for ambulance providers operating within the County and establishes a collaborative review and operational oversight mechanism to guide system performance, modernization, and expansion. Justice and Public Safety (JPS) Committee voted 2-0 on February 25, 2026 to refer to full County Council. Meetings conducted with leadership from Atrium Health and Piedmont Medical Center to review ordinance purpose, operational impact, and implementation framework; both organizations expressed support. Adoption will formalize County oversight, enhance accountability, and position York County to strategically manage growth and service quality within the 911 EMS System. Assistant County Manager David Garner provided an overview.
- Outcome
- approved
- Motion
- Motion to approve
- Moved / seconded
- Andy Litten / Tom Audette
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Source ref
- page: p.11
- Tags
- ambulance services EMS ordinance franchise
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2
Request for approval to implement a 10% across-the-board pay increase for all sworn personnel at the Sheriff's Office
Sheriff Breeden requests a 10% pay increase for all sworn personnel at the Sheriff's Office including deputies, detention officers, and other sworn personnel (200 Grade level pay bands). This increase is intended to allow York County Sheriff's Office to remain competitive with surrounding agencies with regard to compensation. Funds are available in the Sheriff's Office budget to pay for the increase for the remainder of FY '25-'26 and the increase will be budgeted for in FY '26-'27.
- Outcome
- approved
- Motion
- Motion to approve
- Moved / seconded
- Tom Audette / William Bump Roddey
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Source ref
- page: p.12
- Tags
- sheriff's office personnel compensation
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Amendment to county attorney's retainer agreement
Motion to approve amendment to the county attorney's retainer agreement following executive session discussion of legal matters.
- Outcome
- approved
- Motion
- Motion to approve amendment to the county attorney's retainer agreement
- Moved / seconded
- Tom Audette / Andy Litten
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Source ref
- page: p.13
- Tags
- county attorney legal services
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Create and fund two Assistant County Attorney positions
Motion to create and fund two Assistant County Attorney positions following executive session discussion.
- Outcome
- approved
- Motion
- Motion to create and fund two Assistant County Attorney positions
- Moved / seconded
- Tom Audette / Andy Litten
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Source ref
- page: p.13
- Tags
- county attorney personnel
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Create and fund York County Attorney/Special Advice Counsel/Government Liaison position
Motion to create and fund York County Attorney/Special Advice Counsel/Government Liaison position following executive session discussion.
- Outcome
- approved
- Motion
- Motion to create and fund York County Attorney/Special Advice Counsel/Government Liaison
- Moved / seconded
- Tom Audette / William Bump Roddey
- Vote
- Yes 6, No 1, Abstained 0
- Source ref
- page: p.13
- Tags
- county attorney personnel
Votes
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Approve minutes of March 2, 2026 Council meeting
Council to approve the minutes of the March 2, 2026 Council meeting
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Outcome
- approved
- Source ref
- page: p.2
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Approve minutes of March 6, 2026 Special Called County Council meeting
Council to approve the minutes of the March 6, 2026 Special Called County Council meeting
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Outcome
- approved
- Source ref
- page: p.3
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Approve minutes of March 10, 2026 Council Workshop
Council to approve the minutes of the March 10, 2026 Council Workshop
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Outcome
- approved
- Source ref
- page: p.3
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Rezoning Action: Consider Second Reading - Case #25-48
Motion to approve
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Outcome
- approved
- Source ref
- page: p.3
-
Rezoning Action: Consider Second Reading - Case #26-02
Motion to approve
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Outcome
- approved
- Source ref
- page: p.4
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Council to authorize the Sheriff's Office to accept, if awarded, FY 2026-2027 State-Funded School Resource Officer Program
Motion to approve
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Outcome
- approved
- Source ref
- page: p.5
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Council to approve the pre-construction agreement with MB Kahn Construction, LLC
Motion to approve
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Outcome
- approved
- Source ref
- page: p.5
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Council to approve payment for photocopier/multifunctional services
Motion to approve
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Outcome
- approved
- Source ref
- page: p.5
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Council to approve a contract amendment for Professional Mechanical Engineering Services
Motion to approve
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Outcome
- approved
- Source ref
- page: p.6
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Council to approve an interlocal cooperative purchasing contractual agreement with Houston Galveston Area Council
Motion to approve
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Outcome
- approved
- Source ref
- page: p.6
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Council to declare 43 vehicles as surplus property and authorize disposition
Motion to approve
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Outcome
- approved
- Source ref
- page: p.7
-
Council to approve purchase of one new 2026 Ram 2500 4x4 crew cab SSV
Motion to approve
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Outcome
- approved
- Source ref
- page: p.7
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Council to declare four wrecked vehicles as surplus property and authorize replacement
Motion to approve
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Outcome
- approved
- Source ref
- page: p.7
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COUNCIL TO HOLD A PUBLIC HEARING AND CONSIDER SECOND READING OF AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND CHAPTER 155: ZONING CODE, SUBCHAPTER C: USE REGULATIONS TO REQUIRE A SPECIAL EXCEPTION FOR DATA CENTER USES IN THE LIGHT INDUSTRIAL AND INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT ZONING DISTRICTS
Motion to approve with amendments as follows: removal of LI as an acceptable zoning code, restrict groundwater access and require an approval letter to require needs of water and power, and refer to the Planning & Zoning Committee for further review and discussion
- Vote
- Yes 5, No 2, Abstained 0
- Outcome
- approved
- Source ref
- range: pp.8-9
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Amendment to Public Hearing 1 - Decommissioning Provision
Motion to amend to recommend a decommissioning provision provided, requiring that any applicant submit a decommissioning plan detailing removal of equipment remediation of fuel storage areas and site stabilization measures, provide full disclosure of the cooling type and the projected water use, disclose the type of cooling system, estimated daily water usage, estimated peak daily usage, estimated water consumption at full buildout, require the water and electric service provider to provide a willingness and capability letter
- Vote
- Yes 6, No 1, Abstained 0
- Outcome
- approved
- Source ref
- page: p.10
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COUNCIL TO HOLD A FIRST PUBLIC HEARING AND CONSIDER SECOND READING OF AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION AND DELIVERY OF A DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT - CLOVER SCHOOL DISTRICT NO.2
Motion to approve
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Outcome
- approved
- Source ref
- page: p.10
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CONSIDER FIRST READING OF AN ORDINANCE BY TITLE ONLY OF YORK COUNTY, SOUTH CAROLINA, TO REGULATE AMBULANCE SERVICES, ESTABLISH FRANCHISE REQUIREMENTS, AND PROVIDE FOR COLLABORATIVE SERVICE QUALITY REVIEW AND PROGRAM OVERSIGHT
Motion to approve
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Outcome
- approved
- Source ref
- page: p.11
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Request for approval to implement a 10% across-the-board pay increase for all sworn personnel at the Sheriff's Office
Motion to approve
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Outcome
- approved
- Source ref
- page: p.12
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Amendment to county attorney's retainer agreement
Motion to approve amendment to the county attorney's retainer agreement
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Outcome
- approved
- Source ref
- page: p.13
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Create and fund two Assistant County Attorney positions
Motion to create and fund two Assistant County Attorney positions
- Vote
- Yes 7, No 0, Abstained 0
- Outcome
- approved
- Source ref
- page: p.13
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Create and fund York County Attorney/Special Advice Counsel/Government Liaison position
Motion to create and fund York County Attorney/Special Advice Counsel/Government Liaison
- Vote
- Yes 6, No 1, Abstained 0
- Outcome
- approved
- Source ref
- page: p.13
Public Hearings
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Silfab Solar operating in Fort Mill
Multiple residents from Fort Mill addressed the Council during the public forum session, with Tim Hegarty offering a prayer regarding the Move Silfab Movement. John Wirth, Rachel Cox, Jamie Costea, Brittany Gildner, Ashley Horn, Patrick Loyd, Jessica Buffler, Denise Bach, Andrea Olso, Amy Jansing, Melora Huffman, John Lee, Brandon Langford, and Elizabeth Enns all expressed opposition to Silfab Solar operating in Fort Mill.
- Speakers
- None recorded
- Source ref
- range: pp.1-2
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Amendment to Chapter 155: Zoning Code regarding Data Center Uses
John Gossett spoke against the process and encouraged slowing down the decision. Dan Ballou, attorney representing QTS, spoke against the amendment and supported slowing down the process. Chuck Gray encouraged Council to look into additional restrictions and expressed concern that restrictions were not sufficient. Stacey Armstrong, Ashley Thompson, Rebecca Cichy, Shirley Oats, Scott Couchenour, Steve Penland, Kris Thompson, and Julie Ferraro spoke in support of the proposed ordinance but suggested additional modifications be made to the ordinance.
- Speakers
- None recorded
- Source ref
- range: pp.8-9
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Development Agreement with Clover School District No.2
No one interested in speaking for or against the proposed ordinance; public hearing was closed with no public comment.
- Speakers
- None recorded
- Source ref
- page: p.10
Action Items
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Further review and discussion of Data Center ordinance amendments including removal of LI zoning code, groundwater access restrictions, and water/power approval requirements
- Owner
- Planning & Zoning Committee
- Due
- Source ref
- page: p.9
Upcoming Dates
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Second public hearing on Clover School District No.2 Development Agreement ordinance
- Date
- 2026-04-06
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Economic Development Committee Meeting at 6:00pm, Chairman Watts Huckabee
- Date
- 2026-03-12
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Finance & Operations Committee Meeting at 5:30pm, Chairman Tom Audette
- Date
- 2026-03-16
Watchlist Flags
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Rezoning Action: Consider Second Reading - Case #25-48
- Category
- rezoning
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Rezoning Action: Consider Second Reading - Case #26-02
- Category
- rezoning
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COUNCIL TO HOLD A PUBLIC HEARING AND CONSIDER SECOND READING OF AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND CHAPTER 155: ZONING CODE, SUBCHAPTER C: USE REGULATIONS TO REQUIRE A SPECIAL EXCEPTION FOR DATA CENTER USES IN THE LIGHT INDUSTRIAL AND INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT ZONING DISTRICTS
- 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 2 item(s); see claim_check.issues. Pass-2 (Pattern C implicit-year resolution) did not clear these.