Town of Batesburg-Leesville Special Council Meeting
The council conducted a public hearing and addressed several ordinances. Key actions included the second reading and approval of the fiscal year 2026-2027 budget, which maintains existing tax levels while adjusting business license fees and implementing a compensation plan. The council also approved a five-year capital lease purchase through South State Bank and finalized an ordinance establishing a new sanitation rate.
Jun 8, 2026·Board meeting
Batesburg-Leesville Town Council Regular Council Meeting
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The council held several public hearings regarding purchasing and procurement procedures, the repeal of a land swap ordinance, the sale of property on East Columbia Avenue, and the annexation of property on North Lee Street. Key topics included the official designation of July 3rd, 2026, as the celebration for the town's sesquicentennial and the United States semiquincentennial. The council reviewed committee reports from the Environmental Planning Advisory Committee and the BNL Chamber of Commerce, the latter of which provided historical context on the town's incorporation. Finally, the council conducted second readings and votes on ordinances concerning purchasing procedures, the repeal of the aforementioned land swap ordinance, property sales, and property annexation.
May 26, 2026·Board meeting
Town Of Batesburg-Leesville Council Work Session
The Council Work Session involved a presentation and discussion regarding the proposed budget for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. Additionally, a planned presentation by a council member regarding a proposed event was removed from the agenda due to their absence.
May 11, 2026·Board meeting
Batesburg-Leesville Town Council Regular Council Meeting
The meeting included several public hearings concerning proposed amendments to the town code of ordinances, specifically addressing planning commission membership, governing body meeting protocols, district regulations for tattoo and piercing parlors, and R1 and R1A district zoning changes. All referenced ordinances were passed on their second reading. The council received reports from various committees, including the Central Midlands council, Environmental Planning Advisory Committee, and the local Chamber of Commerce. Public comments were heard regarding the town reservoir and associated grant opportunities. Furthermore, the meeting marked the first reading of a new ordinance aimed at establishing updated purchasing and procurement procedures for the town.