Dorchester County Water and Sewer Committee & County Council Meeting 06.15.2026

The Dorchester County Council meeting held on June 15, 2026, focused primarily on budget approvals, capital improvement planning, and water service expansion. The council unanimously adopted the fiscal year 2027 budget, including amendments for school district funding without a millage increase. They also approved the county's 5-year capital improvement plan for fiscal years 2027 through 2031. The Water and Sewer Committee reported unanimous approval of a new water service for the Dorchester County Career and Technology Center. Additionally, the council approved appointments to various boards and commissions and considered ordinances related to zoning and industrial development, including a fee-in-lieu-of-taxes agreement to incentivize business growth. The meeting concluded with a motion to enter executive session to discuss a confidential economic development project, indicating ongoing procurement and development activities.