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County staff said the structure had water damage, missing electrical panel information, and had been modified internally. The Airport Commission met in a special-called session on May 21 and unanimously voted to condemn and demolish the building. The staff memo recommending demolition was provided to council and staff said they could answer follow-up questions about the commission's action.

Council moved and approved the resolution by voice vote without discussion.

No timetable for demolition was provided in the staff presentation at the meeting.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Chester County Live Stream 6-9-2025","oneSentenceSummary","Chester County Council approved Resolution 2025-12 to authorize disposition of county property after the Airport Commission voted unanimously to demolish a condemned mobile home on airport property.","taxTitle","Chester County, South Carolina","taxId",57666,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6529216,"Council members report town-hall on railroad blockages; permanent transfer station may take years",282,1778000,2060000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3805575-689abddb05eefa7f00a8de7fc4e45708&start=1778&end=2060","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3805575-689abddb05eefa7f00a8de7fc4e45708/thumbnail_1778000.jpg","/articles/6529216/Chester-County/South-Carolina/Council-members-report-town-hall-on-railroad-blockages-permanent-transfer-station-may-take-years","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6529216-669eb145e6ef02326f5ef437bdc01039/orig.mp4?Expires=1771188863&Signature=O-h-YwVD5p7H~e~cC-rjBdk3H2TUp84PXOdsJnQrcGuk2lxXMrCoaV19H9ZSRAEmbpDZW-FamUc-qCr7TqfvrbWdB4KDbHSiO-E6oBwTNZzmo-ugPuOG8N518peIR~aWjN-5vM-t6TylOm5ldVLYWY9VyXwZNgJxedB6hNr3zxNlLAsxYKHdZObPquk2~U7fdP9GJgLYUmrhkVrkyaJi4dA3ONL5EDOVRl2GnK4fr-Y4c72SNT-4WxUE-xLjjVgl1QnHxbajQI0ybRibYDFIqz6~eZIJmKdhiaIpbNPRFlLYcSIH~5l7Ys8CS3PjeKkBjCp1p3EZ6ldPCN1OenQGOw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Councilmembers who organized a recent town-hall on railroad blockages reported on local frustrations with long freight trains that block crossings across the city of Chester.

Councilman Guy and other panelists said three rail companies operate in the city'Norfolk Southern, CFX and CSX'but identified Norfolk Southern as the primary source of lengthy blockages because of a transfer area near Klax convenience store where trains are reformed.

\"The main culprit is Norfolk Southern,\" a councilman said, describing a transfer point that requires trains to be reconfigured in town. Council members said federal and local funding has been approved for a new transfer station sited away from central Chester but that the project cannot begin until federal funds are obligated and the transfer station will likely be at least two years away.

In the interim, councilmembers said they are working to improve communications with Norfolk Southern so first responders and public-safety agencies receive timely notice of blockages; they also said they would seek to keep bypass routes and key arterials open when possible. Council members said they will publicize typical times when blockages occur so residents can plan routes.

Council members asked Norfolk Southern to meet with the council once the county and rail company agree on a plan so the company can be held to the commitments it makes.

Council members also noted related crossings and signal issues beyond Chester, including blockages affecting Richburg and Fort Lawn. Staff said they will catalog crossings and identify which railroad owns each crossing to coordinate follow-up.","Councilmembers who held a town-hall said Norfolk Southern train operations cause repeated blockages in the city of Chester and that a new transfer station funded by federal and local sources is planned but may take two years to reach service.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6529219,"Council approves bond for Richburg Meadows phase 1; developers and council members raise bridge and infrastructure concerns",404,2391000,2795000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3805575-689abddb05eefa7f00a8de7fc4e45708&start=2391&end=2795","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3805575-689abddb05eefa7f00a8de7fc4e45708/thumbnail_2391000.jpg","/articles/6529219/Chester-County/South-Carolina/Council-approves-bond-for-Richburg-Meadows-phase-1-developers-and-council-members-raise-bridge-and-infrastructure-concerns","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6529219-b1859292d5e034a88dc792a77f821fca/orig.mp4?Expires=1771188863&Signature=HsyPCuQCyFy~3OQkLeHBTkmYUdIcA5iilbYR2N358mdI3oTr7B0PXJN9nHPHGdJ4ZsAY62cF3A1Lg8199TqCI3hjAH~Yn0DBmzSb5K5Jskbom1mosNsg0N9D7TbLPUmKmDSk-uFfUUIOBXx8hEyHkNoDy1nK11HVnouZ~XzdkmZPMFp3iwjza98YdU2IjJgYKP0vAGOnE1rLhWkQx-qzfZ6tMUOVw6XKEHfY6r5FgM2y92BH1SbKpblyUtG4MA4wLgpGBY-722NXQEaDmcyhZUerefsLLJ3Q0COm9Srw8ddFJ4tWrHwOfIOyK~A3AZBb7StG918b5TxvZtx-DJgXRQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Chester County Council voted 5-1 to accept a subdivision bond for Richburg Meadows, Phase 1, clearing the way for infrastructure construction on a 68.4-acre parcel planned for 163 homes.

Planning staff explained the county's subdivision code requires subdividers either to install infrastructure up front or post a bond to guarantee work before final plat approval and issuance of addresses. Representatives from the developer, named in the meeting as Dream Fiber Homes (John Asinga and Christopher Robusto), and the project engineer, Benjie Layman of the Isaacs Group, were present to answer questions.

The staff presentation identified the bond as the security for internal infrastructure work on phase 1: roads, sidewalks, internal water and sewer, stormwater, street trees and signs. The staff packet described the project as the first of four phases for the Richburg Meadows development and noted the larger plan allows up to 400 units at full build-out.

During discussion Councilmembers raised concerns about off-site infrastructure, including local bridges. Councilman concerned about traffic said two bridges'one over Fishing Street and another over the CSX line'were not scheduled for replacement and that current widths limit two-way passage for large vehicles. Planning staff said Chester Water and other partners are pursuing easement work and that the comprehensive plan process will consider infrastructure impacts from growth.

Council voted to approve consideration of the bond and then approved the bond by a recorded vote of 5 in favor, 1 opposed.

The developer team was present and staff said Chester Wastewater had received as-built sewer drawings for portions of the development and had found no issues in its initial review. Staff advised that final plat approval and issuance of addresses are conditioned on fulfilling the subdivision code requirements and completing infrastructure or maintaining the bond.","Chester County Council voted 5-1 to accept a developer's bond for Richburg Meadows subdivision phase 1, roughly $8.8 million for infrastructure covering 68.4 acres and 163 homes; councilmembers warned existing bridges and roads may need upgrades to handle new traffic.",{"_33":100,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":101,"_41":102,"_43":103,"_45":104,"_47":105,"_49":106,"_51":107,"_53":108,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":109,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":110,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6529224,"Chester County Council approves budget ordinance with no tax increase; adds public safety staff and pay adjustments",580,385000,965000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3805575-689abddb05eefa7f00a8de7fc4e45708&start=385&end=965","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3805575-689abddb05eefa7f00a8de7fc4e45708/thumbnail_385000.jpg","/articles/6529224/Chester-County/South-Carolina/Chester-County-Council-approves-budget-ordinance-with-no-tax-increase-adds-public-safety-staff-and-pay-adjustments","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6529224-2275526b98b0c5e5f4145e9c35053011/orig.mp4?Expires=1771188863&Signature=mzgzw7VcdNfdHWmUMOa7J3sLezYLy4YY5XWdDR1FobY737IG1PGOl4ScutCFtz2-WL3IFMALRRRbYu9oPhUYUkvydh4JixcSaxGY1UZiOLO4Fw02~cMX6QW5AKa4TfOZeZWRENXQwppSbB6ey35coogoGY9rut-adLxqHaRlFnqSEj6ENA7sutG~On83Yd1I5rp7ox1LMaUPV0rATgKxCsk73S4qKC2uLornOW3BOnY3iONeGHTLpU5EtpxFiY~35YQaoajsdoIf9LKgwgZaOuN44xooIqbaYeJJPKPQ5u8TKEgscjeS4jl3I47nTaYPvu9c1~v~OMj2Oznsix8EzQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Chester County Council approved the reading of Ordinance 2025-11, the county's fiscal year 2025'26 operating and capital budget, after staff highlighted changes carried forward from the previous year and personnel and service investments.

County budget staff told the council there will be no tax increase for the coming year and that the general fund balance is projected to be $36,996,518. The presentation noted the county's fund-balance policy sets a target of 50 percent of the general fund and that capital reserves are projected to increase to about $4.8 million in 2026.

\"There is no tax increase for the year,\" said the county presenter during the reading. The budget includes continued implementation of a multi-year pay study and reclassification process intended to improve recruitment and retention. The plan as presented includes a 7% increase for sheriff's deputies, a 9% increase for 9-1-1 dispatchers and a 10% increase for detention deputies. Nonpublic-safety employees would receive a 4% cost-of-living increase in January 2026, with certain exempt positions adjusted in July 2025.

The budget also adds specific public-safety positions: three new lieutenant positions for the Great Falls Fire Department beginning in January 2026 (described as bringing staffing to three full-time personnel on every shift, not counting a daytime captain), a training officer/fire inspector for county fire, six full-time firefighters for the Lando Fire District to provide continuous coverage, two full-time paramedics for the western portion of the county to support 24/7 coverage at the Westchester station when its completion is projected in the first quarter of 2026, and additional 12-hour EMS coverage for the Fort Lawn community beginning January 2026 housed at the Fort Lawn fire station in partnership with the Fort Lawn Fire District.

Staff also reported a set-aside for encumbrances (purchase orders for goods or services that will not be received before June 30) that will be carried forward and funded from fund balance. The presenter listed several encumbrances by department: a firearms order for the sheriff's office ($51,000), an airport lighting project ($70,000), uniforms for animal control and a small medical supply order for EMS, and government complex improvements (about $38,000). The presenter said the encumbrance line totals were included in the ordinance reading.

The county described insurance-premium adjustments: the workers'compensation premium decreased (the presenter cited an experience modifier of 0.85) and the property and liability premium increased; the net change between those premiums was given as $66,008.36. The presenter said savings of approximately $700,000 were found in current operations, allowing some new investments without raising taxes.

Councilmembers asked clarifying questions about service delivery in towns that have not finalized their own budgets and about supervision of county employees assigned to work in cooperation with volunteer or town fire organizations. Staff said memoranda of understanding or agreements authorize service within town limits and that county employees would report through county supervisors under those partnerships.

Council approved the reading of the ordinance by voice vote. The presenter thanked staff and council members involved in preparing the budget.

The ordinance reading and related budget documents were presented for final action at the meeting; additional steps for final adoption (if any) were not specified in the reading presented at this meeting.","Chester County Council approved the reading of Ordinance 2025-11, the fiscal year 2025–26 budget, which the county said contains no tax increase, funds pay-study adjustments and adds fire and EMS positions and law-enforcement pay raises.","actionData","errors"]

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