Council - Regular Meeting

The Batesburg-Leesville Council approved the agenda and minutes, heard reports from the Central Midlands Councilman, Environmental Planning Advisory Committee, Joint Municipal Water Sewer Commission, and the BNL Chamber of Commerce. The council also approved an excused absence for Councilwoman Betty Hartley and an appointment to the planning commission. A first reading of an ordinance to amend the Batesburg-Leesville code of ordinances regarding the zoning board of appeals was approved, and a delegate was approved to attend the National League of Cities Conference in March with an increased budget allocation. The Fire and Police Departments presented their annual reports, and the Town Manager provided updates on various projects and financial matters. The council then entered executive session to discuss economic development and utility rates, with no action taken afterward. A motion to address BBA money was approved for the next meeting, but a motion for a moratorium on permits failed due to lack of a second.