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Wateree River Veterans Park
A county park project currently in the final stages of completion.
Parks were reported in final stages of completion as of May 12, 2026, with some cleanup and improvements remaining. Watch for the next recap.
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August 26, 2025
Discussed, no vote Council received an update from Kyle Clampitt of Alliance Engineering regarding ongoing recreation projects, including the Kershaw County West Recreation Complex, rehabilitation of the Boyd Young and Copeland ballfields, the Wateree River Veterans Park boat ramp, and Woodward Park. Officials also dis…
Read in the recap »August 12, 2025
Discussed, no vote - Stormwater Analysis and Fee Study: Council approved a $80,000 feasibility study to be funded by Emergency Reserves to assess stormwater management and the potential need for a formal stormwater department to address drainage issues in growing subdivisions. - Capital Improvement Updates: The County …
Read in the recap »November 21, 2024
The headline Council approved an $873,597 bid to construct a new boat ramp and parking facility at Wateree River Veterans Park. This project includes the installation of a dual concrete boat ramp, a floating dock, and 61 parking spaces, with completion expected in the spring of 2025.
Read in the recap »August 27, 2024
Votes at a glance - Adoption of Agenda, Approval of Minutes, Entering/Exiting Executive Session, and Adjournment: PASSED 5-0 (Unanimous). - Appointment of Councilman Russell Brazell as Acting Chair: PASSED 5-0 (Unanimous). - Second Reading of Ordinance Regarding Industrial Park Restrictive Covenants: PASSED 5-0 (Unanim…
Read in the recap »May 23, 2023
Public comment Residents and local officials addressed the Council on several topics: - Ashley Rabon and Lugoff Fire Chief Chris Spitzer requested funding for a water rescue boat to improve safety on the Wateree River. - Vickie Moniz advocated for a return to paper ballots and hand counting to increase government trust…
Read in the recap »May 9, 2023
Discussed, no vote - Impact Fee Study: Consultant Matt Noonkester presented a high-level briefing on the ongoing impact fee study, detailing the legal framework for assessing fees on new development. No formal action was taken, but the council discussed the potential for service zones and the long-term methodology for …
Read in the recap »March 28, 2023
Votes at a glance - Change "budget workshop" to "budget retreat": PASSED (Unanimous). - Remove the Health Service District Update: PASSED (Unanimous). - Remove ARPA recommitment and refer to Finance Committee: PASSED (Unanimous). - Adopt agenda as amended: PASSED (Unanimous). - Approve minutes of February 24, 2023: PAS…
Read in the recap »February 28, 2023
Votes at a glance - Adoption of agenda: PASSED 5-0 (R. Brazell absent for vote). - Approval of minutes of February 14, 2023: PASSED 5-0 (J. Jones abstained). - Recommend Derek Shoemake to fill Finance Committee vacancy: PASSED 6-0. - Amendment to Wateree River Public Boat Ramp motion (increase funds to $100,000 and del…
Read in the recap »December 14, 2021
The headline Council adopts the reimagined Vision 2030 document and approves an study to address boat ramp safety. The council officially approved the updated Vision Kershaw 2030 plan, which serves as a long-term roadmap for economic growth and community development. Members also voted to allocate funds for a feasibili…
Read in the recap »April 27, 2021
Coming up - The next Kershaw County Council meeting is scheduled for May 11, 2021. - Council plans to further research and discuss the financial impacts and viability of the sewer system sale proposal at the next meeting. - A flag-raising ceremony at Wateree River Veterans Park will be held on May 3, 2021, and a ribbon…
Read in the recap »March 23, 2021
Coming up Council will begin a series of budget workshops in April, held on Tuesdays from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM. The Parks and Rec Department will host an Extreme Easter Movie Night at the Wateree River Veterans Park on March 26.
Read in the recap »January 26, 2021
Coming up - Budget and Goal Setting Workshop: Tuesday, February 2, 2021, at 5:30 PM at the Willard Technology Center. - Community Movie Night: Saturday, February 13, 2021, at Wateree River Veterans Park.
Read in the recap »November 12, 2019
The headline Council voted to officially name the new county park along the Wateree River the Wateree River Veterans Park. This decision follows a request from the American Legion Post 17 and allows for the future installation of military monuments to honor local veterans.
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