Kiley R. Carter

The meeting included reports from the Utilities Director and City Administrator regarding various infrastructure projects, such as electric undergrounding, water line replacements, and recreation field updates. The Council conducted a public hearing for the Fiscal Year 2027 Budget Ordinance and held the first reading for its consideration. Additionally, the Council approved the sale of 'No Name Street' to Long Creek Holdings LLC, awarded a bid for fiber optic conduit installation, discussed a request for relief regarding property maintenance violations, authorized an emergency call-back and disaster response policy, and considered canceling an upcoming meeting.

The committee meeting covered updates on several capital projects, including the completion of the Seneca force main replacement and the status of the final sewer rehabilitation project. Discussions were held regarding environmental compliance, specifically a force main break and the resolution of issues with Peracetic (PAA) disinfection causing elevated E. coli levels. The Executive Director presented the FY 2027 budget, discussed the status of a development policy update, and reported on the implications of recently signed state legislation. Additionally, the committee reviewed odor complaints and established future project planning strategies. The meeting concluded with an executive session regarding contractual negotiations and pending litigation.

The board conducted a public hearing regarding a variance request to allow the subdivision of a property located at 403 S Hampton Street, where existing setbacks and square footage requirements for Highway Commercial zoning would otherwise prohibit the action. The variance request was approved by the board.

The council received updates on utility projects including the SCIIP, electric undergrounding, and water line rehabilitation. Discussions were held regarding the Horton outdoor recreational fields, downtown streetscape progress, the William Bartram statue project, and the Oconee Food Council. The council considered a budget ordinance for the upcoming fiscal year, authorized the use of bond proceeds for water main extensions and capital equipment at the water treatment plant, and discussed a community project involving a statue donation. An executive session was conducted to receive legal advice on a contractual matter related to a cyber incident investigation.

The council meeting included a special presentation on the benefits of building skate parks and updates from the Utilities Director and City Administrator regarding infrastructure projects, such as the SCIIP, electric undergrounding, streetscape, and recreational field improvements. New business items involved the recognition of Lineworker Appreciation Day and the adoption of Fair Housing Month. Additionally, the council discussed a proposal to install a Trojan statue at a city park, evaluated underground electric service requirements for new developments, and entered an executive session to receive legal advice on contractual and property matters.