KINGSTREE, S.C. — Williamsburg County Council meets Tuesday, January 20, 2026, at 5:45 p.m. (public hearing) and 6:00 p.m. (regular session) in the Council Chambers at 201 W. Main Street. This meeting packs a punch, council members will weigh decisions that touch on jobs, elections, transportation, environmental cleanup, and who oversees key community services.
Here’s what’s on the table and why it matters for folks living in Williamsburg County.
Public Hearing: Expanding the Joint County Industrial Park (Ordinance 2025-12)
First up, Council wants to hear from residents about a plan to expand the Joint County Industrial Park with Florence County. If they give the green light, “Project Splitshot” joins the mix.
Why should you care?
- More jobs and a wider tax base could be on the way if new employers move in or current ones stick around.
- Costs and benefits get shared with Florence County, so no one county carries the full weight.
- Projects like this can change the look and feel of neighborhoods, bump up traffic, stretch utilities, and impact daily life. Now’s the time for residents to speak up.
Council plans to vote on this later in the evening.
Ordinances Up for Final Approval
- Industrial Park Expansion (Ordinance 2025-12)
After the public hearing, council will take the last vote on expanding the industrial park. If it passes, the project kicks off. - Changing How Greeleyville Runs Elections (Ordinance 2025-13)
Council will also vote on whether to shift some election duties to the Williamsburg County Board of Elections and Voter Registration for Greeleyville’s municipal elections.
Why this matters:
- Moving the elections under the county’s wing could make things run smoother and keep everything in line with state laws.
- Residents should know exactly what’s changing, and who’s in charge of what, to keep things fair and transparent.
Committee Report: COSS & Park Improvements
The Bid Committee will update council on bids for COSS and park upgrades.
Here’s why you should pay attention:
- Better parks mean more places to play, safer spaces, and a nicer community vibe.
- These reports show how the county picks vendors and spends tax dollars.
Other Key Issues on the Agenda
Transit Funding Request (FTA Section 5311 via SCDOT)
Council will decide whether to apply for federal money to keep rural public transit going.
Why it matters:
- Seniors, workers, and people without cars can keep getting where they need to go.
- This funding can mean better access to jobs, doctors, and daily essentials.
EPA Brownfields Grant (FY26)
Council’s considering an application for EPA money to assess and plan cleanups for contaminated sites.
Why it matters:
- Cleaning up old, vacant, or polluted properties makes neighborhoods safer and opens the door for new businesses and homes.
Board and Commission Appointments
Council will fill seats on several important boards, Library, Planning Commission, Airport, Rural Fire, Enterprise Community Commission, and Animal Shelter.
These appointments matter because the people on these boards help steer decisions about growth, emergency response, local business, and animal care. Their choices shape everyday life in the county.
Executive Session and Updates
Council might go into Executive Session, then share reports from the council and the county supervisor. These updates usually reveal what’s happening behind the scenes and what’s coming up next.
How to Join In or Speak Up
- Want to make a public comment? Get your thoughts in writing to the Clerk to Council two weeks before the meeting. The Supervisor or Chairman has to sign off before you can speak.
- Speakers get three minutes.
- The meeting’s open to the public in person, on the county website, and on Facebook.
- If you need special accommodations, call (843) 355-9321 ext. 5102 or 5401.
Why This Meeting Counts
Every decision on this agenda, industrial growth, election changes, transit funding, environmental cleanup, and who sits on local boards, shapes Williamsburg County’s future. If you care about jobs, local services, or how your community runs, now’s the time to pay attention and get involved.
