Public Meetings - Goose Creek, South Carolina

The available source material for this meeting is extremely limited. The raw transcription contains only a single incomplete utterance: "What do you have to do?" No agenda or minutes were provided, so no substantive discussion, decisions, or public testimony can be summarized. The meeting date is noted as September 8, 2025. Note - The source material is insufficient to produce a meaningful summary of any agenda items, discussions, or outcomes.

The Goose Creek Planning Commission met on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, at 6:00 PM at the Marguerite H. Brown Municipal Center. Commissioners approved the agenda and previous meeting minutes, and unanimously passed a zoning text amendment to allow micro drive-through facilities in the Village Node district. Discussion Items - Zoning Text Amendment for Micro Drive-Through Facilities: Planning and Zoning Director Kendra Wise presented a staff report proposing to amend Title XV, Chapter 151, Section 4.2 (Table of Permitted Uses) to allow "Drive Through Facility, Micro" subject to conditions in the Village Node (VN) district. Currently, drive-through facilities are not permitted in the VN district. The amendment would permit only food and drink sales. After discussion, the commission voted unanimously to approve the amendment. Key Outcomes - Approval of Agenda: Motion by Commissioner Burdick, seconded by Commissioner Matthews, carried 6-0. - Approval of Minutes (August 5, 2025): Motion by Commissioner Byrd, seconded by Commissioner Burdick, carried 6-0. - Zoning Text Amendment: Motion by Commissioner Burdick, seconded by Commissioner Glaze, approved 6-0 to allow micro drive-through facilities in the Village Node district. - Adjournment: The meeting adjourned at approximately 6:06 PM. Chairperson Edwards and Director Wise acknowledged the departure of Planner II Joey Morris, thanking him for his service.

The Board of Zoning Appeals meeting scheduled for August 19, 2025 at 6:00 PM has been cancelled. A cancellation notice was issued by the Planning and Zoning Department. The meeting was to be held at City Hall, 519 N Goose Creek Boulevard. No public comments, discussions, or decisions occurred.

The Goose Creek City Council held its regular meeting on Tuesday, August 12, 2025, at 6:00 PM in Council Chambers, 519 N Goose Creek Blvd. The meeting lasted until 6:30 PM. All votes were unanimous (7-0) with all council members present. The agenda included second readings of several ordinances, new business items, and the mayor's report. No public comments were received. Consent Calendar - Approval of Minutes (July 8, 2025 regular meeting; July 22, 2025 special meeting and workshop): Approved by motion of Councilmember Enos-Sims, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Green-Fletcher. All ayes. Public Comments & Testimony - There were no public comments during the general public comments period, nor during the public hearings for the Carnes Crossroads Improvement District Assessment, the Master Fee Schedule amendment, and the video recordings policy. Discussion Items - Carnes Crossroads Improvement District Bonds (Second and Final Reading): Ordinance authorizing up to $44,950,000 in assessment revenue bonds for the Carnes Crossroads Improvement District. Councilmember Enos-Sims moved to amend the bond ordinance based on revisions in the “Red Line” version included in the agenda packet; the amendment carried. Then Councilmember Tekac moved to approve the second reading as amended; carried unanimously. - Annexation – Lindy Creek Road (TMS 244-01-04-037) (Second and Final Reading): Ordinance to annex a parcel on Lindy Creek Road. Motion by Councilmember McSwain, second by Councilmember Cox. All ayes. - Annexation – Nello Drive (TMS 235-01-04-030, 036, 040) (Second and Final Reading): Ordinance to annex three parcels on Nello Drive. Motion by Councilmember Harmon, second by Councilmember Tekac. All ayes. - Golf Cart Operation Ordinance (Second and Final Reading): Ordinance authorizing and regulating golf cart operation within city limits, reflecting a new state law allowing evening use with specific stipulations. Mayor Habib explained the state law change. Motion by Councilmember Cox, second by Councilmember Enos-Sims. All ayes. - Parking Method Ordinance (Second and Final Reading): Ordinance adding Section 71.18 to the Traffic Code regarding method of parking, with penalties. Motion by Councilmember Harmon, second by Councilmember Cox. All ayes. - Prohibition of Camping on Public/Private Property (Second and Final Reading): Ordinance prohibiting camping on public or private property, with penalties. Motion by Councilmember Enos-Sims, second by Councilmember Tekac. All ayes. - Carnes Crossroads Improvement District – Annual Assessment Report (New Business): Resolution approving the annual assessment report and updated assessment roll for the 2025-2026 assessment year. Public hearing held; no comments. Motion by Councilmember McSwain, second by Councilmember Enos-Sims. All ayes. - Master Fee Schedule Amendment – Technology Fee and Express Business License Fee (New Business): Resolution adding a technology fee on new construction and increasing the express business license fee. Mayor Habib noted that the City’s software and technology costs are “hundreds of thousands of dollars” and fees need to reflect those costs. No public comments. Motion by Councilmember Enos-Sims, second by Mayor Pro Tem Green-Fletcher. All ayes. - Public Access to Video and Recordings on Municipal Property Policy (New Business): Resolution establishing a policy to protect privacy and personal information of those conducting business at City Hall and other departments. No public comments. Motion by Councilmember Tekac, second by Councilmember McSwain. All ayes. - Annexation – Lindy Creek Road (TMS 244-01-04-023) (Introduction and First Reading): Ordinance to annex a parcel on Lindy Creek Road. Councilmember Enos-Sims noted the property was already zoned Residential Single Family prior to annexation. Councilmember Tekac stated the ordinance was brought back due to a typo. Mayor Habib explained the City Attorney required a re-introduction with the correct intended zoning. Motion by Councilmember Enos-Sims, second by Councilmember McSwain. All ayes. Mayor’s Report - Mayor Habib announced several community events and recognitions: - Marketing Manager Adam Kelly and the Recreation team received the City’s third straight Municipal Association Communications Award for promotion of the Daning Amphitheater. - The Creek Collective now has a new art gallery featuring local artists. - Kids Fest on August 2 was a success. - National Night Out was successful (thanked Chief Roscoe and team). - Citizens Police Academy begins August 13 (6-8pm Wednesdays for 8 weeks). - Splash Pad at Central Creek Park transitions to fall hours (Aug 13 – Oct 19: Wed/Fri 3-7pm, Sat/Sun 10am-6pm; Toddler Time Wed 10am-12pm, Sat 9-10am; Homeschool Time Fri 10am-12pm). - City Pool weekends only through August 31 (11am-7pm). - Veterans banners ($100) and bricks ($125) sale extended through August 15. - Central Creek Farmers Market returns August 20 and September 3 (4-7pm). - Movie Night at Carnes Crossroads on August 23 at 7pm (A Minecraft Movie). - Labor Day (Sept 1) – City offices closed; Monday trash pickup moves to Tuesday. - Women’s Self Defense Class on September 4 at 6:30pm at the Activity Center. - Fall sports opening day celebration on September 5 (4:30-7pm) at Daning Amphitheater. - Creekapalooza concert (Sister Hazel, Jupiter Coyote, Cravin Melon) on September 13 at Daning Amphitheater (free tickets via Eventbrite). - First-ever Citizens Fire Academy begins September 17 (8-week course). - Goose Creek Appreciation Day at Charleston Southern University on September 27 (6pm vs. SC State; rec participants in jerseys get in free, residents $5). - July senior and youth amateur golf events at Crowfield Golf Course were successful. - Goose Creek Helping Hands food drive throughout August. Key Outcomes - All ordinances and resolutions were approved unanimously (7-0). - The bond ordinance for Carnes Crossroads (up to $44.95 million) was amended and adopted on second reading. - Three annexation ordinances were passed (two on second reading, one on first reading). - New regulations for golf carts, parking method, and camping prohibition were adopted. - Fees were added/increased via the Master Fee Schedule amendment. - A policy on public access to video recordings on municipal property was established. - The meeting adjourned at 6:30 PM.

This meeting was scheduled for August 11, 2025 at 6:00 PM at The Creek Collective (222 St. James Ave, Goose Creek, South Carolina). The agenda listed several items including call to order, general public comments, approval of previous minutes, Art Director's Report, Arts & Entertainment Report, and new business. However, no transcript or minutes were provided, so no details on discussions, public comments, votes, or decisions are available. The following is a summary of the agenda items as listed, without any recorded outcomes. Call to Order - The meeting was expected to begin at 6:00 PM. General Public Comments - No comments recorded. Approval of Previous Minutes - Agenda item: Approval of July retreat minutes. No information on approval status. Art Director's Report - Barbara Richardson - Agenda item: Adopt-A-Goose Updates. No details provided. Arts & Entertainment Report - Hannah Miller - Agenda items: Creek Collective Updates, Poet Laureate Updates, Upcoming Programming. No details provided. Old Business - No specific items listed. New Business - Agenda items: Commissioner Hassell Youth Film Updates, Commissioner Jasewicz Creative Reuse Program, Crows in the Creek, Cultures in the Creek. No details provided. Adjournment - No time recorded. Note: Due to the absence of a transcript or minutes, the actual proceedings and decisions of this meeting are unknown.

The Goose Creek Planning Commission met on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, at 6:00 PM at City Hall. The meeting was called to order by Chairperson Judie Edwards with five commissioners present (Edwards, Byrd, Burdick, Glaze, Lilly) and two absent (Jenkins, Matthews). The meeting lasted approximately five minutes and covered routine approvals, a re-submitted annexation and zoning map amendment, and informational plat approvals. No public comments were made. Consent Calendar - Approval of Agenda (motion by Commissioner Byrd, second by Burdick): Unanimously approved (5-0). - Approval of Minutes from July 1, 2025 (motion by Commissioner Burdick, second by Glaze): Unanimously approved (5-0). Discussion Items - Map Amendment – Lindy Creek Road Annexation/Zoning (TMS 244-01-04-023): This item had previously been presented to the Planning Commission on June 3, 2025, and recommended for approval (6-0). However, due to an error in the adopting ordinance, the item was resubmitted for reconsideration. The applicant, Stanley Martin Homes on behalf of Perlmutter Martin et al Trustees, requested annexation of the parcel (currently in Berkeley County, zoned Residential Single Family R1) into the City of Goose Creek and assignment of Residential Single Family (RSF) zoning. Staff (Alexis Kiser) presented the report and recommended approval. No public or commission discussion occurred. Motion by Commissioner Byrd, second by Burdick to approve the annexation and zoning assignment. Unanimously approved (5-0). - Plat Approvals (Informational Only): Two plats were noted for informational purposes: - Carnes Crossroads, Parcel 1, Lot 2 and West Tract Residual – creating right-of-way for 3rd Avenue and extensions to Corbin Street and Charger Drive. - Corrective Final Subdivision Plat of The Oaks Phase 2 – addressing some addressing concerns. Public Comments & Testimony - No public comments were made. Key Outcomes - Approval of the agenda and minutes (both unanimous). - Approval of the Lindy Creek Road annexation and map amendment to RSF (5-0), effectively reaffirming the previous recommendation after correcting an ordinance error. - Informational receipt of two plat approvals. - Meeting adjourned at approximately 6:05 PM (motion by Byrd, second by Burdick).

The regularly scheduled Board of Zoning Appeals meeting for July 2025, originally set for Tuesday, July 15, 2025, at 6:00 PM at City Hall (519 N Goose Creek Boulevard), was cancelled. No business was conducted, and no public comments or decisions were made. The cancellation notice was posted in accordance with the Freedom of Information Act. For questions, contact the Planning and Zoning Department at (843) 797-6220.

The Cultural Arts Commission held a Planning Retreat on Tuesday, July 8, 2025, at 12:00 PM at the Creek Collective (222 St James Ave, Goose Creek, SC). This meeting served as the regularly scheduled meeting for July 14, 2025. No transcript or minutes were available for this summary; the following is based solely on the published agenda. Call to Order - Meeting called to order at 12:00 PM. General Public Comments - The agenda included a period for public comments, but no speakers or topics are recorded. Approval of Previous Minutes - May Meeting Minutes: Approval was on the agenda. - June Meeting Minutes: Noted as none to approve. Art Director's Report - Barbara Richardson - Approval of Army National Guard Goose Design: Listed as an agenda item. - Adopt-A-Goose Updates: Scheduled for discussion. - Creek Collective Updates: Scheduled for report. Arts & Entertainment Report - Hannah Miller - Past Arts Programming: Review of previous programming. - Upcoming Arts Programming: - Classes at The Collective - Kids Fest on August 2, 2025 - Poetry Slam on August 16, 2025 New Business - Reflection of 2025 Initiatives & Involvement: Discussion item. - Long Term Initiatives: Planning discussion. - 2026 Planning: Forward-looking agenda item. Adjournment - Meeting adjourned. Note: No transcript or minutes were provided, so speaker positions, votes, and decisions cannot be reported.

The Goose Creek City Council held a regular meeting on July 8, 2025, at 6:00 PM in Council Chambers. The meeting included a presentation of the annual financial audit, approval of several annexations and zoning amendments, and introduction of new ordinances regarding bonds, golf carts, parking, and camping. The Mayor also made community announcements. Presentations - Annual Financial Audit: Gary Bailey of Love Bailey CPAs presented the audit for fiscal year 2024. He reported an unmodified (clean) opinion with no findings or compliance issues. Key highlights: general fund revenues exceeded $48 million, 75 cents of every dollar went to salaries/benefits, 17 months of cash on hand, a quick ratio of 16.3, and net position of almost $12 million. The water and recreation funds also showed strong liquidity. Consent Calendar & Old Business - Minutes: Approved unanimously for June 10, 2025, and June 24, 2025 (special meeting and workshop). - Annexation (Lindy Creek Road, TMS 244-01-04-023): Second and final reading. Approved unanimously. - Zoning Map Amendment (200 Lindy Creek Road): From Conservation (C) to Residential Single-Family (RSF). Second and final reading. Approved unanimously. - Flexible Review District (FRD) Ordinance Amendment: Text changes to zoning district regulations. Second and final reading. Approved unanimously. New Business & Public Hearings Carnes Crossroads Improvement District Bonds - Ordinance authorizing up to $44,950,000 in assessment revenue bonds for the Carnes Crossroads development. The bond is issued by the city but the developer is responsible for repayment. Public hearing held with no comments. First reading approved unanimously. Annexation (Lindy Creek Road, TMS 244-01-04-037) - Annexation of a parcel for a residential project by Stanley Martin Homes. Mayor explained that the project includes three lots and results in a net increase of conservation space (12 times more undisturbed land). Public hearing: Roger Hunt (Stanley Martin) was available for questions. First reading approved unanimously. Annexation (Nello Drive, TMS 235-01-04-030, 036, 040) - Annexation of three parcels for a proposed development. Chris Young (developer) spoke, praising the new Flexible Review District zoning. Councilmember Tekac noted this was the third proposal for this parcel and called it "dramatically better." First reading approved 5-2, with Mayor Pro Tem Green-Fletcher and Councilmember McSwain opposed. Golf Cart Operation Ordinance - Ordinance to authorize and regulate golf carts within city limits per state law. Public hearing: no comments. First reading approved unanimously. Parking Method Ordinance - Ordinance adopting state parking standards: direction of parking (with traffic) and distance from curb. Councilmember Enos-Sims explained it adds local enforcement penalties. Public hearing: no comments. First reading approved unanimously. Prohibition of Camping on Public/Private Property - Ordinance prohibiting camping on any property without proper facilities, targeting homelessness and unsanctioned dwelling. Councilmember Cox clarified it does not prevent temporary backyard tent use (e.g., kids camping). Mayor stated it addresses recent issues in Goose Creek and other municipalities. Public hearing: no comments. First reading approved unanimously. Mayor's Report Mayor Habib announced: - Successful "Fabulous Fourth in the Creek" event. - Veterans Banner Sale ($100, online order) and Veterans Brick Sale ($125, online) for display at John McCants Veterans Park. - Upcoming concert announcement (social media). - Central Creek Farmers Market: July 16 (Youth Entrepreneurial Market) and August 6. - American Red Cross Blood Drive: July 18 at Activity Center; followed by "Christmas in July" pool event. - Summer Skate Night: July 25, 6–8:30 PM at Central Creek Park. - Kids Fest: August 2, 5–8 PM at Central Creek Park. - National Night Out: August 5, 5–8 PM. - Citizens Police Academy: starts August 13, Wednesdays 6–8 PM for eight weeks. - Back to School Splash: August 16, 9–11 AM. - Encouraged residents to serve on jury duty; trials at Municipal Court on Wednesdays at 9:15 AM. - Recognized Jamen Sanders, a junior golfer from Crowfield/Northwood Academy, who placed top 10 in the North South Amateur at Pinehurst and played a round with Tiger Woods' son. Key Outcomes - All agenda items were approved: minutes, three old business items (unanimous), and six new business items (five unanimous, one 5-2). - City financials were certified as strong and healthy. - The anti-camping ordinance was introduced for first reading and will require second reading. No public comments were received during the public comment period.