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The mayor singled out Healthcare Partners of South Carolina as a local example, noting the organization operates multiple locations in the region and provides patient‑centered services. City clerk Alicia Shelley attested the proclamation.

Outcome: The proclamation was presented to Healthcare Partners representatives in the meeting chamber; no council vote was required for the ceremonial proclamation.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","City of Conway Council Meeting | August 4, 2025","oneSentenceSummary","Mayor Barbara Jo Blaine presented a proclamation recognizing National Health Center Month and Healthcare Partners of South Carolina’s local contributions during the Aug. 4 council meeting.","taxTitle","Conway, Horry County, South Carolina","taxId",53933,"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},6589623,"Fire chief briefs council on countywide hazard mitigation plan; public meeting Aug. 12",142,3791000,3933000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5530949-180afb7006e09cda2bea12b3c6275bef&start=3791&end=3933","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5530949-180afb7006e09cda2bea12b3c6275bef/thumbnail_3791000.jpg","/articles/6589623/Conway/Horry-County/South-Carolina/Fire-chief-briefs-council-on-countywide-hazard-mitigation-plan-public-meeting-Aug-12","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6589623-4bf2eb8609e73025acdec293f7b7d5d4/orig.mp4?Expires=1771069188&Signature=VT0YvV3JG-IPgoZv4d--xYcBgdI3kyBuWMfdiAI9CHfpCwArPlFU8JziF~BsdaWzS-PUk~INxEcoz44ihnVrtFqBZejUR2X8l23uJECOlQrhrk5b0ipFmNASecdqGE66kShHqx4InJ~5RlPC857SIgxbxyGKikmdOfTr~dekR~VUUPSgLYSk907h3YZaydIKuugFM6LnlEHO-fy4Go9Qg8jPOfCfCpIsCs5GJBFB88W5v6SlJdFh8wR5jyA57Lt2Er~OY9RSnYUi4UsY8Qgj-JV9Tp-RdI8e5ZZWuL9fuNuqDrnEMbCq~Fzcx3p9~1fyjK567ffe~PHhJQ4-6uwXVg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Chief Lee Hendrick briefed Conway City Council on Aug. 4 regarding the Horry County multi‑jurisdictional All‑Hazard Mitigation Plan 5‑year update. The plan, currently in its planning phase and compiled over roughly a year, is about 700 pages and is being finalized with stakeholder and public meetings.

Chief Hendrick said the plan is broken down by jurisdiction and by partners (including agencies such as utilities and Horry County Schools) and that its adoption is a prerequisite for applying for federal mitigation funding. The chief directed interested residents and stakeholders to a QR code that links to the plan and a public survey for hazard‑mitigation comments.

Public meeting: A public stakeholder meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, Aug. 12, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the government justice center. Chief Hendrick said he expects to return the final plan to council for adoption early next year after a short review period.

Why it matters: Adopting an updated hazard mitigation plan is required to maintain eligibility for certain federal grants and to coordinate mitigation actions across jurisdictions. The plan covers a broad range of hazards and will inform local mitigation priorities and potential project funding.

Speakers: Chief Lee Hendrick (Conway Fire Department) presented the briefing; council asked for a brief summary and scheduled follow up for adoption later in the year.","Chief Lee Hendrick told Conway City Council the Horry County multi‑jurisdictional All‑Hazard Mitigation Plan update is nearly complete, runs about 700 pages and will enable federal funding applications; a public stakeholder meeting is scheduled Aug. 12.",{"_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},6589628,"Council discusses splash pad safety and remote‑shutdown limitations after busy opening",537,3047000,3584000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5530949-180afb7006e09cda2bea12b3c6275bef&start=3047&end=3584","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5530949-180afb7006e09cda2bea12b3c6275bef/thumbnail_3047000.jpg","/articles/6589628/Conway/Horry-County/South-Carolina/Council-discusses-splash-pad-safety-and-remoteshutdown-limitations-after-busy-opening","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6589628-99d8a1e7b12418fcd619308a42f8f9f5/orig.mp4?Expires=1771069188&Signature=XaVLw6DJ06mLzx~5wwMamOQFVOJhe952fVT2alFRtIvmsJvg2w8vRfbY92a42WZmmQ4cmgra4WpmGW39RxN8zeU88kVXI-ulN6ZKdKaVga-gu~22foPWrryrehzZ80Oxvh8m3zs6xfK098JcXaUXFUF10IkYHeHla3H4nOJXT~t3CtzVYU2Fp1AF0s~~wLqL66UHMIXEtjunIsL7z1smWRxB3t9RplyPoznTJ6isH6LteXXYut3V4-h1C4d9kKcfHK5c8AEuej8IWXBRk7RpLxmmZOdIBU6PiHUGG49ROwJpBSIzANqVoWgwH~8DgTAbpwNNHcJ-iR5kEz4dbDFt9w__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Council members raised safety concerns on Aug. 4 about the newly opened splash pad at Towne Green after city staff said the feature currently has only manual breaker control and cannot be remotely disabled in the event of lightning.

City Administrator John Emerick and staff reported that the splash pad has been popular since its opening and that signage and additional landscaping are forthcoming as part of the Towne Green project. During council input, members asked whether the splash pad has a system to automatically disable activation during nearby lightning; staff said it does not and that the only current method to stop operation is to manually turn the breaker off at the equipment cabinet. Staff said the splash pad runs on a push‑button activation that operates for three minutes per activation and that there is no 24‑hour remote shutdown system in place.

Council discussion covered liability concerns and the difficulty of supervising an unsupervised public amenity. One councilmember noted that adults supervising children were not consistently attentive on opening day and urged that the city find a quick way to disable the pad when conditions create a risk to children. Staff said signage is being installed and painted now and that they will investigate whether technical controls (a lightning sensor/disruptor or remote shutoff) are available and feasible. The city also discussed adding a marked pedestrian crossing to improve safety for people walking to the Towne Green area.

What happens next: Staff committed to researching technical options for remotely disabling the splash pad, to review signage placement and to consider additional pedestrian‑safety measures. No formal action or ordinance was taken; council requested staff follow up and report back.

Speakers cited: John Emerick, City Administrator; councilmembers raised questions during council input; staff present included operations and parks personnel.","Council members raised safety concerns about the new Towne Green splash pad after staff said the facility cannot be remotely disabled during lightning; discussion covered signage, pedestrian crossings and possible future controls.",{"_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},6589633,"Council denies annexation of Conway Plantation Mobile Home Park after staff flags infrastructure and nonconformity concerns",179,1679000,1858000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5530949-180afb7006e09cda2bea12b3c6275bef&start=1679&end=1858","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5530949-180afb7006e09cda2bea12b3c6275bef/thumbnail_1679000.jpg","/articles/6589633/Conway/Horry-County/South-Carolina/Council-denies-annexation-of-Conway-Plantation-Mobile-Home-Park-after-staff-flags-infrastructure-and-nonconformity-concerns","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6589633-5aa25600bc09d041d0b2b6d6faf7ce1d/orig.mp4?Expires=1771069188&Signature=QKVZjXnm0lnaRAtxpIaYmHPQqdGzFj3H9~YRx0SFyih4mBWnruwYNg3GHtJh5-hivjcTSOJdIvoG73Vs6eexIY-uqTQdGSKQi4VQvIGgXbg1tf06lx8H6nvg5pNH9w7wlkIx9d-B0OxOSjC5DXahgc1nIYgDzHajgTYTNjzp5cLyoAu9gjywdhfVVbcoEQc72UiG9t~cx~Kq7Jt~Qkx1ob9mc~d-zmtA2Qchm~WCcOJortDkyAyQKh2~eeOSn2OIHhAMQjuiWrQiAgpQLMhu4r7noXhEDhBiYENZ5LgK3YKlsHPjGducZRGzDsBBshEcFM-Iaax8zIGVUTcB705M~g__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Conway City Council on Aug. 4 voted unanimously to deny an annexation request for Conway Plantation Mobile Home Park, a roughly 110‑acre parcel that contains more than 300 manufactured‑home sites.

Planning staff told council the park was sold in May and that the change in utility account ownership triggered the annexation request. Staff advised against annexation, saying that the park’s approximately 303 manufactured‑home sites would become immediately nonconforming upon annexation because the city does not permit manufactured homes, and that the property’s internal streets do not meet the city’s minimum standards for subdivision roads. Staff also cited limited stormwater infrastructure on that side of the river and that bringing systems up to city standards would likely require major upgrades and strain city operations.

Councilmember Mr. Carpenter moved to deny the annexation and the motion was seconded; the motion carried unanimously. Staff emphasized that if annexation were forced through, earlier conditions would prevent expansion or addition of manufactured‑home pads and that streets and stormwater would pose operational and safety challenges for city services such as fire apparatus and sanitation vehicles.

Outcome and context: Denial keeps the Conway Plantation Mobile Home Park under its current county jurisdiction for the time being. Staff further noted that while county zoning (MHP) permits existing use, the city’s zoning would create immediate nonconforming status for the manufactured homes if annexed. Council moved to deny after hearing the staff presentation and the citing of operational, stormwater and legal difficulties.

Speakers cited: Planning staff (Kim Wilkerson and others) presented the recommendation against annexation; Mr. Carpenter moved denial. No public commenters signed up on this item.

What happens next: The property remains under county jurisdiction until future actions are taken by the property owner or the county; city staff will not pursue annexation at this time per council’s action.","Conway City Council unanimously denied an annexation request for the Conway Plantation Mobile Home Park on Aug. 4, following staff warnings about approximately 303 manufactured-home sites becoming nonconforming, narrow internal roads, and significant stormwater upgrades needed.",{"_33":112,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":113,"_41":114,"_43":115,"_45":116,"_47":117,"_49":118,"_51":119,"_53":120,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":121,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":122,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6589638,"Council approves first reading for 109‑acre Culture Road annexation after debate over flood zones and commercial needs",472,1876000,2348000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5530949-180afb7006e09cda2bea12b3c6275bef&start=1876&end=2348","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5530949-180afb7006e09cda2bea12b3c6275bef/thumbnail_1876000.jpg","/articles/6589638/Conway/Horry-County/South-Carolina/Council-approves-first-reading-for-109acre-Culture-Road-annexation-after-debate-over-flood-zones-and-commercial-needs","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6589638-5e77bcbc2ad5142cf3ff901589b970f2/orig.mp4?Expires=1771069188&Signature=Y1g56ep1WX9px7f9AvZ5-taCEEiimGSm3VLK8-rx4gdzpmWwmjrVZ1OOToJ4FPboTHn6R9nhWeCYlTbZhpjy5S40LVFoeovNYHRW-ofmgrqqD2F-4qcFy6z6BDwzrZkmUseGVZ5T9B6-2BzxtD1OhLlMp0gFvTMC-s-bFjOiQ-xnjJMxjaoGrn3CGOEeCtuJXgoPTQGFPAU2l2gMnwOrhwcsDsVkQya-sfols7SnX5mmZXKHuFzbCdTBrkSE2nEduKIhzhZ5kISlNihGpRBE34icVvLhqdzegucQI6Sth1erNw-LSbq0wwGcwn1wA3zJ2~c~PE86rYeK8ODjA276tA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Conway City Council on Aug. 4 approved first reading to annex approximately 109.13 acres near the corner of Culture Road and Oak Street, moving the property into the city’s utility service area and setting a path for later zoning decisions.

Planning staff told council the parcel sits partially in flood zones and environmentally sensitive areas and that the city’s 2023 split‑zoning ordinance allows portions containing wetlands or floodplains to be designated conservation or preservation to prevent residential development in those sensitive areas. Staff recommended annexation so that city planning and infrastructure standards can guide any future development; planning commission will hold a public hearing Aug. 7 to consider appropriate zoning recommendations.

Council debate focused on balancing environmental protection with development pressures and the need for neighborhood commercial sites. One councilmember said that if the city does not annex, county permitting could allow development in sensitive areas; another urged consideration of neighborhood commercial to reduce pressure on highway corridors. A question from council asked whether any units would be set aside for low‑ or moderate‑income households; staff replied that such information was not available and would depend on the developer’s submittal.

The motion to approve first reading carried with one councilmember recorded as opposed. Councilmembers repeatedly noted that annexation is separate from zoning: annexation allows the property to connect to city utilities and triggers the planning commission zoning review, but does not itself establish the final zoning or number of units. Staff emphasized that unit counts depend on submitted site plans showing roads, landscaping, utilities and other design elements.

What happens next: Planning commission will review the property and forward a zoning recommendation for council consideration at an upcoming meeting. If annexation is finalized through second reading and zoning is approved, the split‑zoning provisions could limit development within mapped flood zones or wetlands.

Speakers identified for this topic: Kim Wilkerson (planning staff); unidentified planning staff voice presenting details; councilmembers who spoke on the item included Helms, White, and others; council questions and motions were made during the Culture Road/Oak Street item.","At first reading Aug. 4, Conway City Council approved annexation of roughly 109.13 acres near Culture Road and Oak Street; council and staff debated environmental constraints, road and stormwater capacity and the possibility of split zoning or a planned development overlay.",{"_33":124,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":125,"_41":126,"_43":127,"_45":128,"_47":129,"_49":130,"_51":131,"_53":132,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":133,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":134,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6589643,"City council approves first readings, special events and cost‑sharing; denies one annexation",187,1440000,1627000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5530949-180afb7006e09cda2bea12b3c6275bef&start=1440&end=1627","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5530949-180afb7006e09cda2bea12b3c6275bef/thumbnail_1440000.jpg","/articles/6589643/Conway/Horry-County/South-Carolina/City-council-approves-first-readings-special-events-and-costsharing-denies-one-annexation","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6589643-a9de14e93c1f08ce1927f696b8136347/orig.mp4?Expires=1771069188&Signature=GyGvJrWC56wCkNc9P73V1HwjDBrL8ps9czjRS2miymEmHZinoouyqouiuU3sCXZm6xgVC-sNgKI7~4fDuLrJ-TKed0-V1syb0~aiQagbLEXn5zCSPXm2OMgRFXSjSxlsd9lTpDUeKzl5~rBYNVj3B0IebgmkB7SKMwTS78b8OGqxOOsqGVxglXUX07HJiDSDQClsctB57maiyOBQr7hpQPdFidQ8qq-cqoYdHIlSxizUivVOFC5r4Zh0ZhnmkGhGQOoVXJUulbcAH6bi-lSnDB50QbuQhj7rOKKuXLuA5yKYvrdk5~huIH9KP6hrMKiFPE7Q3Nvyy32hqwpyO5a8DQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Conway City Council on Aug. 4 approved multiple first readings and routine items, voted to deny one annexation and signed a cost‑sharing agreement with Grand Strand Water and Sewer Authority.

The council voted unanimously to approve first reading of an ordinance authorizing sale of city-owned property along the Conway riverfront to a private development team, approved first reading to annex approximately 0.35 acre at 15152 Landry Drive, and approved first reading on an annexation request for roughly 109.13 acres near the corner of Culture Road and Oak Street. Council also denied a separate annexation request for the Conway Plantation Mobile Home Park. The meeting recorded unanimous approval of a special event permit for the “Graveyard Grand Prix” coffin races, authorization to replace a totaled police vehicle using department capital funds, and approval of a sewer cost‑sharing agreement with Grand Strand Water and Sewer Authority.

Why it matters: The riverfront sale and the larger annexation could affect future development and utilities in those neighborhoods; denial of the Plantation Mobile Home Park annexation leaves its regulatory status with Horry County and maintains existing constraints identified by city staff. The cost‑sharing agreement will allocate expenses for recently completed sewer transmission work that benefits both the city and the regional utility.

Key votes and motions (summaries)

- Ordinance 2025-0818A (first reading): Authorize sale of certain real property along the Conway riverfront to private developers for mixed uses including a restaurant, event space and up to 15 residential units. Motion for first reading approved unanimously. (Presentation by city staff.)

- Ordinance ZA‑2025‑0902A (first reading): Annex approximately 0.35 acre at 15152 Landry Drive to allow connection to city utilities. Motion for first reading approved unanimously. (Presented by planning staff.)

- Ordinance ZA‑2025‑0902B (annexation request for Conway Plantation Mobile Home Park, ~110.25 acres): Staff recommended against annexation citing nonconforming manufactured home sites, substandard internal roads, and stormwater deficits. Council voted to deny annexation (motion to deny carried unanimously).

- Ordinance ZA‑2025‑0902C (first reading): Annex approximately 109.13 acres near Culture Road and Oak Street for future residential development; council approved first reading, with one councilmember recorded as opposed during final vote.

- Subdivision naming: Council approved the name Reserve at Elmhurst for a proposed Oak Street subdivision (approximately 144 single‑family homes) and approved renaming a Wild Wing plan development from Lively at Wild Wing to Haven at Wild Wing. Both motions carried unanimously.

- Special event permit: The Conway Chamber of Commerce’s Graveyard Grand Prix coffin races (Oct. 25) were approved; event includes street closures, vendors, live music and police/fire support. Motion carried unanimously.

- Police vehicle replacement: Council authorized immediate replacement of a totaled 2025 patrol vehicle (P‑38) with a sole‑source purchase of an in‑stock 2025 model for $47,109 to be paid from department capital funds with insurance proceeds applied to offset cost. Motion carried unanimously. Staff said equipment inside the replacement vehicle was already included and no interior equipment was damaged in the totaled vehicle.

- Sewer cost‑sharing resolution: Council authorized execution of a cost‑sharing agreement with Grand Strand Water and Sewer Authority for the recently completed large sewer main project; staff recommended approval and council approved the resolution unanimously.

Process notes: Several items were first readings only and require a second reading for final adoption; the council consistently noted when annexation approval would be followed by zoning consideration and a planning‑commission public hearing. One annexation (Culture Road/Oak Street) passed first reading but zoning will be considered separately at future meetings. The council also scheduled related planning commission public hearings for Aug. 7 where applicable.

Speakers identified in meeting record: Barbara Jo Blaine, Mayor; John Emerick, City Administrator; Kim Wilkerson, Planning staff; Emery (city staff presenting riverfront sale); Councilmembers Helms, White, Carpenter, Butler, Hartwick/Hartley (as recorded); Captain Austin (Conway Police); Chief Hendrick (fire); John Rogers (special events); Miss Hyman (city staff).","At its Aug. 4 meeting, the Conway City Council approved first readings on two annexation ordinances and a first reading to sell riverfront property, approved special-event and vehicle purchases and a cost‑sharing agreement, and denied annexation of the Conway Plantation Mobile Home Park.","actionData","errors"]

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