Joshua Thomas

The council approved the second and final reading of an ordinance regarding septic tank waste disposal fees and adopted a Fair Housing Resolution. Discussions included updates on Safebuildt code enforcement for various properties, a clarification of the Blight Program contract to include commercial projects, and the reappointment of members to the Planning Commission. The council also reviewed departmental reports covering infrastructure projects, upcoming community events, and police and fire department activities. Additionally, the administrator provided updates on playground equipment funding and ethics filing requirements.

The council conducted an oath of office ceremony for new police officers and held the second and final reading of an ordinance amending the zoning map and comprehensive plan. A first reading occurred for a water and sewer rate amendment concerning septic tank waste disposal fees. The council approved the lowest bid for the City Hall HVAC system replacement and discussed policies regarding council training and travel. Updates were received from the Southeastern Housing Foundation regarding the Blight Program, alongside reports from various municipal departments including police, fire, parks and recreation, and maintenance. Additionally, the council reviewed the Administrator's report on technology upgrades and grant projects, and during an executive session, selected a new City Administrator.

The agenda for the Regular City Council Meeting includes the Oath of Office for Council Members Districts 1, 3 and 5, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance and Civility Pledge, and a period for Public Comments. Key discussion items involve the Dominion Energy 2026 Right of Way Maintenance update and an update from Axis I, Director Pam Rush. The Council will also review proposed guidelines for the City Recognition Program, consider the First Reading of Ordinance 2026-1 concerning an amendment to a standing committee name, and approve amendments to the Police Policy manual based on SCCJA recommendations. Committee reports will cover Water & Sewer, Sanitation & Streets, Parks, Recreation & Tourism, Police, Fire, Finance & Salary, Building & Planning, and Downtown Revitalization. The meeting is scheduled to conclude with an Executive Session to discuss Pre-Contractual Negotiations concerning the Potential Purchase of Real Property.

The Barnwell City Council held a hearing on April 4, 2022, to consider revoking a business license, followed by a regular meeting. Public comments addressed neighborhood watch programs, parking concerns, and questions about the Animal Control Officer. The council approved minutes from previous meetings, a resolution recognizing Fair Housing Month, and the first reading of an ordinance amending section 2-55 of the city code. They also approved ARPA expenditures and various committee reports.

The Barnwell City Council meeting on January 7, 2013, covered various topics including the swearing in of Officer Mike Wilson, public concerns about noise near the Big T, and the approval of several ordinances. Key ordinances addressed animal control, nuisances, and the city's redistricting plan. The council also adopted a Freedom of Information Act policy and discussed business licenses for internet sweepstakes machines, tabling the decision until further legal review.