Horry County Council Transportation Committee

The Horry County Council Transportation Committee met on May 27, 2026, to discuss various transportation and infrastructure projects within the county. Key procurement-related updates included progress on the federally funded beach renourishment projects managed by the Army Corps of Engineers, with detailed reporting on sand placement quantities and contractor equipment. The committee also received updates on multiple road construction and improvement projects funded through the county's RIDE program, including paving of dirt roads, realignment and widening of major routes, and utility relocations. Financial updates noted a slight shortfall in road fee revenue collections compared to projections. Additionally, the committee reviewed the annual railroad update from RJ Corman, highlighting a $89 million grant application for track and crossing upgrades. Resolutions were passed to accept new roads and allocate community benefit funds, including $2,334 for athletic complex improvements at Christian Academy and an additional $1.9 million in impact fees for the Anal Recreation Center project, increasing its budget to over $14 million. A funding source change was approved to allocate road maintenance fees toward public transportation capital projects. No motions were opposed, and the meeting concluded with adjournment.