Administration Meeting

The Horry County Administration Meeting held on September 22, 2026, included several procurement and budget-related discussions. Key items included approval of a grant application to the US Department of Commerce Economic Development Administration for $2.9 million to rehabilitate the Conway swing bridge rail infrastructure, with a required local match of $290,000. The county also designated funding for the Salem Wilderness and Longwood sidewalks project, addressing pedestrian infrastructure with state appropriations and ARPA funds. Additionally, a resolution was passed to transfer funds within the fire apparatus fund for lease payments. The county approved a grant application to the South Carolina Opioid Recovery Fund Board for nearly $198,000 to support opioid-related programs in 2027. Funding was also designated for the Ory County Community Land Trust to develop affordable housing units. Several community benefit fund requests totaling various amounts were approved to support local organizations and events. Financial updates highlighted EMS write-offs exceeding $5.8 million and ongoing collections, as well as general fund revenues and expenditures in line with expectations for the fiscal year. No executive session was held, and the next meeting was scheduled for December 1, 2026.