Christopher Inglese

This document outlines the strategic cybersecurity planning and resiliency measures for the 2018 election in Hampton County, developed with support from the S.C. State Election Commission and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. It details safeguards implemented before, during, and after the election, including voter registration protection, secure voting systems, and results verification. Key focus areas include mitigating specific threats like social engineering, information operations, hacking, DDoS attacks, and insider threats, supported by seven initiatives aimed at enhancing system security, staff training, and collaborative security efforts with federal and state partners.

The agenda for the Hampton County Council meeting includes several key items for action and discussion. Actions requiring Council consideration involve the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program - DR-4829 Hurricane Shutter Project Matching Funds commitment. There is a Proclamation for the Hampton County Hurricanes Football Team. Ordinance business includes the second reading of an ordinance to amend the joint County industrial park development agreement to include additional property, and the first reading of an ordinance to amend the composition, liaisons, reporting, and recusal rules for the Hampton SCORF Advisory Committee. Council briefings cover updates from the Chairman, Members Liaisons, County Attorney, and Clerk, as well as the Administrator's report on operations and outcomes.

The main focus of the proceedings involved the review and approval of meeting agendas and the discussion of previous meeting minutes. Key new business included reviewing the 2026 Meeting Schedule. A significant public hearing and new business item concerned Application 25PC-006 for mining operations on Hickory Hill Road, which was carried over from a previous meeting, and where initial concerns from nearby residents were addressed following a presentation by the applicants. A discussion was also held regarding draft maps for the Comprehensive Plan, specifically concerning a future land use map.

The primary agenda items for the January 28, 2026, meeting included the approval of the agenda for that date and the approval of minutes from previous meetings held in July and August 2025. New Business focused on the 2026 Meeting Schedule. The associated minutes from the July 28, 2025, Regular Meeting included a public hearing and discussion on Application 25PC-006 for mining operations on Hickory Hill Road, where concerns were raised but no action was taken, leading to a scheduled follow-up meeting. The subsequent August 4, 2025, Special Meeting was held specifically to address Application 25PC-006, resulting in its acceptance with stipulations regarding protocol adherence.

The agenda for the Hampton County Council meeting scheduled for January 20, 2026, includes several key items for discussion and action. Presentations are scheduled for the 2025 Annual Audit Report and an update on the State of the Public Defender's Office. Action items include the update of the Hampton County Credit Card Policy. Briefings will cover updates from the Chairman, Council Members, County Attorney, and Clerk, alongside the Administrator's report which will address Finance Updates, 5 Strategic Goals & Prioritized Objectives, Strategic Execution Priorities for 2026, and County Operational Initiatives. The meeting is slated to conclude with an Executive Session to discuss a Personnel Matter.