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Council hears private rural roads update, staff retirement announced; public comments touch local projects and oppose solar farm

Sumter County Council · March 1, 2026
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During committee reports Sumter County Council received an update on private rural roads and potential partnership options; County Administrator announced Public Works Director Karen Hyatt’s retirement. Public commenters thanked staff on road repaving, raised festival representation and event notices, asked about the Litter Advisory Board, and one resident opposed a solar farm.

Committee chairs updated Council on recent meetings and local matters during the May 13 session.

Committee reports: Chairman James T. McCain Jr. said the Fiscal, Tax and Property Committee instructed staff to proceed with the sale of two county properties that will return to Council for required readings. Public Works Committee Chairman Artie Baker reported the committee continued discussion on private rural roads; Councilman Carlton B.…

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