City of Tega Cay

The council recognized the Fort Mill High School wrestling team as 5A Division 2 state champions, honored Joshua Prince for winning the Marine Corps Junior ROTC National Air Rifle Championship, and proclaimed Public Safety Telecommunicators Week and National Vietnam War Veterans Day. Additionally, the council reviewed the fiscal year 2024-2025 audit report, which received an unmodified opinion, and discussed administrative staffing updates, Sunshine Week, development projects including site planning off Dam Road and near the Grove, comprehensive plan process acknowledgments, storm water pollution prevention plans for the Alderwood development, and planned improvements for river access near the dam.

The agenda includes several proclamations recognizing achievements such as the Fort Mill High School Wrestling Team state championship and a national air rifle championship, alongside declarations for Public Safety Telecommunicators' Week and National Vietnam War Veterans Day. Key business items involve the adoption of the 2025-2035 Comprehensive Plan, including a public hearing and zoning recommendations for specific properties. Additionally, the Council will discuss committee appointments, review the FY 24-25 audit report, and consider extending the municipal solid waste collection agreement with Signature Waste.

The agenda focuses on several key items including the recognition of community members and local achievements through various proclamations, the presentation of the FY 24-25 Audit Report, and the submission of committee and commission reports. New business items involve the consideration of recommendations regarding the 2025-2035 Comprehensive Plan and the annexation and rezoning of a property located at 1557 Hubert Graham Way. Furthermore, the Council will discuss the potential extension of the municipal solid waste collection agreement. The meeting also includes committee appointments and an executive session for legal and contractual matters.

The City of Tega Cay's 2025-2035 Comprehensive Plan serves as a roadmap to guide the city's development and redevelopment. It articulates a vision for Tega Cay as a safe, family-friendly, lakeside community offering exceptional educational, entertainment, and recreational opportunities. The plan focuses on ten key elements: Population, Land Use, Transportation, Economic Development, Housing, Natural Resources, Cultural Resources, Community Facilities, Resiliency, and Priority Investment. It aims to balance managing growth with preserving the city's character, maintaining natural spaces, improving public services and infrastructure, and fostering local economic opportunities, all while prioritizing safe neighborhoods, excellent schools, and the natural beauty of Lake Wylie.

The key discussions during this special council meeting focused on administrative and ceremonial items. These included the swearing-in of newly elected officials: Carmen Miller as Mayor, Thomas S. Hyslip as Councilmember, and Heather Jones as Councilmember, all for terms commencing on this date. Following the oaths of office, the Council proceeded to elect a Mayor Pro Tempore, with Councilmember Thomas S. Hyslip being nominated and approved. Furthermore, the schedule for the 2026 Regular Council meetings was presented and unanimously approved. Councilmembers shared concluding remarks expressing gratitude and commitment to public service and collaboration with city staff.