March 16 Council Meeting Edited Video

The Pickens County SC Council held a meeting on May 27, 2026, primarily focused on reviewing and discussing amendments to campground ordinances, including definitions, site sizes, density limits, and stay durations. The council deliberated on various planning commission recommendations and staff proposals, addressing issues such as enforcement mechanisms, cabin usage, and overlay districts to protect lakefront areas, particularly Lake Keowee. They debated density limits per acre, minimum campsite sizes, and management plans for campgrounds, aiming to balance development flexibility with environmental and community concerns. The council agreed to proceed with a first reading of an ordinance establishing a Lake Overlay District focused on Lake Keowee, with plans to revisit other lakes later. Additionally, the council unanimously approved appointments to boards and commissions during an executive session. No specific contract awards or procurement actions were reported during this meeting.