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Horry County Regular Council Meeting – June 2, 2026

County Council — Tuesday, June 2, 2026
BodyHorry County, South Carolina
SessionCounty Council
DateTuesday, June 2, 2026
StatusFILED
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Order the regular council meeting for June 2nd, 2026.

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We start on time so we can end on time.

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And as always, we will start with an invitation tonight by Mr.

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Tyler Servant, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance, which will be led by Mr.

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Causey.

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If I can get everybody please stand.

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Heavenly Father, we come before you tonight, grateful.

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Grateful for the privilege of serving the people of our great county.

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Thank you for the blessings that you have poured out to our community, our beaches, our families, our businesses, and the hardworking men and women who call Orie County home.

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As we gather here to conduct the people's business, we ask for your divine guidance.

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Grant us wisdom to make decisions that are just and fair.

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Give us unity where there is disagreement.

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Encourage where there is challenge.

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Help us listen with open hearts and to lead with integrity and to always remember we are here to serve.

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Bless the citizens of Ori County and watch over our first responders, our teachers, and veterans.

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We offer this prayer and gratitude and in the spirit of service.

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In your name we pray.

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Amen.

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Amen.

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And to the Republic for which it stands.

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One nation, under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.

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Thank you.

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Please be seated.

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Moving right along, there is no public input.

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Nobody signed up for public input, and I take that as a testament that our staff and our council are doing a great job answering the concerns and questions of the constituents.

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And that's the way it's supposed to work.

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Next up is the approval of the agenda contents.

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Second.

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All in favor, aye.

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Aye.

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Next up is the minutes for the regular meeting of May 19th, 2026.

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Motion.

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Second.

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All in favor, aye.

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Aye.

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All right.

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For the record, the agenda contents and the minutes have been approved unanimously.

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We'll move on to the consent agenda.

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Is there a motion?

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Second.

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All in favor, aye.

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Aye.

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That passes unanimously.

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Presentations and resolutions.

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I am very proud to recognize the support of the American Red Cross on behalf of Orie County government.

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They host blood drives at various county facilities throughout the year.

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We're going to recognize Ms.

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Cara Byrd and Miss Megan Heath.

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And they're going to meet the administrator and Kelly Rodsky at the podium.

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Kelly's one of ours.

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But I understand she's also worked with the blood drive for 25 years.

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So congratulations and thank you all.

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Hello, and thank you for having us here today.

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Um here in Orie County, and we've responded to over 80 home fires in the past year, where we've provided not only mental care as well as financial assistance to the families that have been impacted through major or destroyed homes in the aftermath of a fire.

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We've also worked really closely with our local and state fire departments to make sure that we are installing free smoke alarms so that we can prevent these numbers along the way.

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Every Monday, the first Monday of every month, you can catch us at the VA doing our art therapy program for our veterans there.

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And we really can't have that work without the support of our blood services and people like Kelly that really go the extra mile so that we are able to keep this mission going in Orie County.

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And with that said, I want to pass it over to Meg.

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All right.

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Thank you everyone again for having us.

Discussion Breakdown — Share of Meeting
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Summary of Proceedings

Horry County Regular Council Meeting – June 2, 2026

The Horry County Council held its regular meeting on June 2, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers. The meeting included approval of a consent agenda, recognition of the American Red Cross, second and third readings of multiple ordinances, and clarifications regarding recently passed regulations on e‑bikes and new signage at boat landings. No public input was received.

Consent Calendar

The consent agenda was approved unanimously. It included:

  • Third reading of Ordinance 38‑2026 (Future Land Use Map amendment, PIN 43701020004 from Scenic & Conservation to Rural Communities) and affiliated Ordinance 39‑2026 (rezoning to Commercial Agriculture).
  • Third reading of Ordinance 48‑2026 to dissolve the Eagle Trace Special Purpose Tax District.
  • First reading of Ordinance 62‑2026 to repeal the portion of Section 19‑12 allocating Road Maintenance Fee to public transportation.
  • Resolutions accepting dedication of roads and drainage in Auberon Woods Phase 3 & 6, Handfield Place Phases 1B, 1C, and 2A, and Warner Crossing Phase 1 into the county maintenance system.
  • Resolution R‑69‑2026 authorizing fund transfers and designation of Impact Fee and Tree Mitigation projects for the Aynor Recreation Center.
  • Resolutions allocating Community Benefit Funds, including $2,334 to Christian Academy, Inc. for athletic field improvements.

Presentations & Resolutions

American Red Cross Recognition

The Council recognized Horry County Government’s continued partnership with the American Red Cross. Kara Byrd and Meggin Heath presented, noting that in 2025 the county collected 1,376 units of blood, each capable of saving up to three lives (over 4,100 lives). Kelly Rodsky was honored for her 25 years of coordinating blood drives.

Discussion Items

Ordinance 23‑2026 (Landscape, Buffer, Tree Preservation) – Deferred

Councilmember DiSabato moved to defer third reading of Ordinance 23‑2026 to the June 16, 2026 meeting to allow staff time to draft agreed‑upon amendments. The motion passed unanimously.

Ordinances 34‑2026 through 37‑2026 (Second Readings)

All four ordinances (counseling facilities/prescription distribution; passenger/product transportation district; commercial centers; zoning map amendment procedures) passed second reading and public hearing unanimously with no public comment.

Ordinances 51‑2026 through 61‑2026 (Rezoning Requests)

Ten rezoning ordinances (51‑2026 through 61‑2026) were each approved on second reading and public hearing unanimously with no public comment. Note: Ordinance 52‑2026 and 51‑2026 had staff disapproval listed on the agenda but received Council approval.

Clarification on E‑Bike Regulations (Ordinance 31‑2026)

Councilmember Jordan clarified provisions of the recently passed e‑bike ordinance. The ordinance prohibits operation of seated, non‑pedal electric devices (e.g., mini dirt bikes) on roads with a speed limit over 20 mph, on public sidewalks, and on county property without permission. Allowed devices include pedal‑assist e‑bikes, stand‑up scooters, golf carts, and mopeds. Golf carts require a licensed driver; children under 12 must wear seatbelts.

Clarification on Boat Ramp Signage

Parks & Recreation Director Ray Down explained new signage at county boat landings. Misconceptions about overnight camping were addressed: overnight parking is allowed for water‑related activities (fishing, boating); unauthorized camping without facilities such as restrooms and hookups is prohibited except by special permit. New rules also require pets on leashes of seven feet or less. Signs also note park boundaries and adjacent private property.

Key Outcomes

  • All consent agenda items approved unanimously.
  • Ordinance 23‑2026 deferred to June 16, 2026.
  • Ordinances 34‑2026, 35‑2026, 36‑2026, 37‑2026 passed second reading unanimously.
  • Ten rezoning ordinances (51‑2026 to 61‑2026) passed second reading unanimously.
  • Council provided clarifications on e‑bike and boat ramp regulations after the formal agenda.

Memorial Dedications

The Council honored several deceased individuals, including Shirley Hughes Shaman, Vera Bennett, Stevie Smith, Roland John Henry Byrd, Sabrina Dixon Jeffords, Randy Harold Skipper, and others.

Meeting Transcript

Order the regular council meeting for June 2nd, 2026. We start on time so we can end on time. And as always, we will start with an invitation tonight by Mr. Tyler Servant, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance, which will be led by Mr. Causey. If I can get everybody please stand. Heavenly Father, we come before you tonight, grateful. Grateful for the privilege of serving the people of our great county. Thank you for the blessings that you have poured out to our community, our beaches, our families, our businesses, and the hardworking men and women who call Orie County home. As we gather here to conduct the people's business, we ask for your divine guidance. Grant us wisdom to make decisions that are just and fair. Give us unity where there is disagreement. Encourage where there is challenge. Help us listen with open hearts and to lead with integrity and to always remember we are here to serve. Bless the citizens of Ori County and watch over our first responders, our teachers, and veterans. We offer this prayer and gratitude and in the spirit of service. In your name we pray. Amen. Amen. And to the Republic for which it stands. One nation, under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. Thank you. Please be seated. Moving right along, there is no public input. Nobody signed up for public input, and I take that as a testament that our staff and our council are doing a great job answering the concerns and questions of the constituents. And that's the way it's supposed to work. Next up is the approval of the agenda contents. Second. All in favor, aye. Aye. Next up is the minutes for the regular meeting of May 19th, 2026. Motion. Second. All in favor, aye. Aye. All right. For the record, the agenda contents and the minutes have been approved unanimously. We'll move on to the consent agenda. Is there a motion? Second. All in favor, aye. Aye. That passes unanimously. Presentations and resolutions. I am very proud to recognize the support of the American Red Cross on behalf of Orie County government. They host blood drives at various county facilities throughout the year. We're going to recognize Ms. Cara Byrd and Miss Megan Heath. And they're going to meet the administrator and Kelly Rodsky at the podium. Kelly's one of ours.

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