Remarks by Todd Cockrell
7 remarks on the record, newest first · Page 1 of 1
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“Todd Copper, would you take that for me, sir? Good evening, everyone. Tonight's invocation will be led by Tim Shumpert, director of public works. Tim Shumpert is director of public works. Tim started with Lexington County in 2015 after spending 15 years with a local private engineering firm. Tim holds a bachelor's degree in engineering from the University of South Carolina. He is also registered professional land surveyor. Tim is charter member of New Church Plant in Gilbert area named Grace Central Church. He is lifelong resident of Lexington County. He currently lives in the Fairview area.…”
County Council · Sep 8, 2026
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“Tonight's pledge will be led by Eddie Blue. Eddie Blue served in the United States Air Force from November 25, 1985 to December 10, 2010. He is a veteran of Operation Desert Storm, Desert Shield. During his time in service, Eddie received numerous awards and decorations, including the Air Force Commendation Medal with One Oak Leaf Cluster, an Air Force Achievement Medal with One Oak Leaf, one oak leaf cluster, Air Force Outstanding Unit Award with four oak leaf cluster, the National Defense Service Medal with one service star, the Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, and a United States Air…”
County Council · Sep 8, 2026
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“The Public Works and Solid Waste Management Committee has one item on the agenda for today. The item is for approval to accept the Palmetto Pride Grant Award. The Public Works Solid Waste Management Committee convened earlier today to hear requests from Solid Waste Management for approval to accept the Palmetto Pride Litter Enforcement Grant Award. Lexington County Solid Waste Management has been awarded $4,936 to support litter and illegal dumping enforcement efforts. throughout Lexington County. Grant funds will be used to purchase portable trail cameras and high-power flashlights for…”
County Council · Sep 8, 2026
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“Assistant Chief EMS. Annie Thomas-Tedford has been with Lexington County EMS since 2007. For the past seven years, she had the tremendous honor of leading the Cape Bureau Community Advocacy Prevention Education. With God's grace and the right people, the Cape Bureau has launched a successful community paramedic program, which consists of three full-time community paramedics and a part-time EMT. The Cape Bureau has positively impacted the lives of hundreds of Lexington County citizens. driven by a deep compassion for those affected by substance use disorder. Taney is also a dedicated advocate…”
County Council · Aug 11, 2026
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“Amen. Thank you, Taney. Tonight's pledge will be led by Benji Banning. Benji began his military career in senior service High School enlisted a combat engineer with the 178th Engineers in Fort Mill, South Carolina. After completing his six-year enlistment, he was selected as Officer Candidate School and commissioned as a second lieutenant through the Palmetto Military Academy. He went on to serve as engineer officer in multiple key leadership roles, including company commander and operations officer with South Carolina's Engineer Battalions. 2005, he deployed as a platoon leader with the…”
County Council · Aug 11, 2026
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“Motion to approve the resurfacing S-862 for the Town of Lexington Municipal Request.”
County Council · Aug 11, 2026
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“Hunter Sox is next, and on deck is going to be Larry Mack.”
County Council · Aug 11, 2026