Beaufort County Council Caucus and Regular Council Meetings Monday, June 22, 2026 @ 5pm & 6pm

The Beaufort County Council held caucus and regular meetings on June 22, 2026, addressing multiple procurement and budget-related matters. Key procurement discussions included the approval of a $42 million acquisition of the New River Forest property, with an amendment ensuring the property has direct public road access. The council also approved resolutions for rental car concession agreements at Hilton Head Island Airport with Avis Budget Group and GSP Transportation. Budget deliberations involved the adoption of the fiscal year 2026-2027 school tax levy and amendments to the county budget, including funding allocations for public beautification and capital improvement projects such as HVAC upgrades and architectural design. Additionally, the council authorized a new stormwater management intergovernmental agreement with the Town of Hilton Head and accepted drainage easements in the Bay Pine subdivision. Public comments and council discussions highlighted concerns about transparency, equitable distribution of funds, and regulatory impacts on property rights. The meeting also featured presentations on public works accreditation and recognized local employees and organizations. Motions related to procurement and budget were voted on with several amendments and passed by majority votes.