Horry County, SC

Upcoming Meetings 

Tuesday, Oct. 3, 2023, 12 p.m.

Parks and Open Space Board

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Tuesday, Oct. 3, 2023, 6 p.m.

County Council

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Thursday, Oct. 5, 2023, 5:30 p.m.

Planning Commission 

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The meetings of County Council, Council Committees, Zoning Board of Appeals, and Planning Commission are also broadcast on the Horry County Government website, and the Government Access Television Channel (Spectrum/Time Warner channel 1301 or Horry Telephone Cooperative Channel 14.

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Road Closures & Construction Updates 

Motorists in all road construction areas should use caution.

We urge drivers in the area to slow down, pay attention to all road signs and traffic control devices, and drive cautiously to keep our crews safe.

For status updates on all of our current RIDE III program projects, visit our online dashboard. 

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Upcoming Meetings 

Monday, Sept. 25, 2023, 9 a.m.

Forfeited Land Commission

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Monday, Sept. 25, 2023, 5:30 p.m.

Historic Preservation Commission 

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Tuesday, Sept. 26, 2023, 1 p.m.

Administration Committee

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Thursday, Sept. 28, 2023, 3 p.m.

Planning Commission Workshop

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Thursday, Sept. 28, 2023, 4:30 p.m.

Library Board of Trustees

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Thursday, Sept. 28, 2023, 6:30 p.m.

Vereen Memorial Historical Garden Committee

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The meetings of County Council, Council Committees, Zoning Board of Appeals, and Planning Commission are also broadcast on the Horry County Government website, and the Government Access Television Channel (Spectrum/Time Warner channel 1301 or Horry Telephone Cooperative Channel 14.

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Road Closures & Construction Updates 

Motorists in all road construction areas should use caution.

We urge drivers in the area to slow down, pay attention to all road signs and traffic control devices, and drive cautiously to keep our crews safe.

For status updates on all of our current RIDE III program projects, visit our online dashboard. 

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The Horry County Treasurer's Office will be closing at 12 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 22, 2023, for a staff meeting. 

Online tax payer services will remain available at https://www.horrycountysc.gov/tax-payer-services 

Horry County Government also has an automated Tax Services Hotline that allows community members to get information about their taxes 24/7.

Call 843-915-8888 to get answers for many common questions about tax payer services, including payment options and locations. 

Upcoming Meetings 

Tuesday, Sept. 19, 2023, 11:30 a.m.

Keep Horry County Beautiful 

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Tuesday, Sept. 19, 2023, 2:00 p.m.

Impact Fee Workshop 

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Tuesday, Sept. 19, 2023, 6:00 p.m.

County Council 

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Wednesday, Sept. 20, 2023, 10 a.m.

RIDE IV Sales Tax Commission

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Wednesday, Sept. 20, 2023, 3:00 p.m.

Stormwater Advisory Board 

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Thursday, Sept. 21, 2023, 3:00 p.m.

Board of Fee Appeals 

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The meetings of County Council, Council Committees, Zoning Board of Appeals, and Planning Commission are also broadcast on the Horry County Government website, and the Government Access Television Channel (Spectrum/Time Warner channel 1301 or Horry Telephone Cooperative Channel 14.

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Road Closures & Construction Updates 

Motorists in all road construction areas should use caution.

We urge drivers in the area to slow down, pay attention to all road signs and traffic control devices, and drive cautiously to keep our crews safe.

For status updates on all of our current RIDE III program projects, visit our online dashboard. 

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Upcoming Meetings 

Monday, Sept. 11, 2023, 5:30 p.m.

Zoning Board of Appeals

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Tuesday, Sept. 12, 2023, 9:00 a.m.

Infrastructure & Regulation Committee

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NOTE: The Public Safety Committee meeting previously scheduled for September has been canceled. The next Public Safety Committee meeting will take place Oct. 10, 2023.

The meetings of County Council, Council Committees, Zoning Board of Appeals, and Planning Commission are also broadcast on the Horry County Government website, and the Government Access Television Channel (Spectrum/Time Warner channel 1301 or Horry Telephone Cooperative Channel 14.

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Road Closures & Construction Updates 

Motorists in all road construction areas should use caution.

We urge drivers in the area to slow down, pay attention to all road signs and traffic control devices, and drive cautiously to keep our crews safe.

For status updates on all of our current RIDE III program projects, visit our online dashboard. 

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Traffic Update: New Pattern for Myrtle Ridge Drive

Beginning Friday, Sept. 1, 2023, there is a new traffic pattern along Myrtle Ridge Drive.

Be sure to follow the updated signs and pavement markings to ensure a smooth transition.

Drivers are encouraged to exercise additional caution and patience while everyone gets accustomed to the new pattern.

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The Horry County Legislative Delegation is currently seeking applicants for the following boards/commissions that has vacancies, expired terms, or terms that expire in the near future:

• Horry County Disabilities & Special Needs
• Horry County Higher Education Commission
• Horry County Voter Registration & Elections Board
• One Percent Rural Fire Local Board
• SC Foster Care Review Board 15-B & 15-C
• Waccamaw Center for Mental Health Governing Board

Applications should be submitted no later than Friday, Sept. 29, 2023.

For those individuals whom are interested in serving on these aforementioned boards/commissions, please note the entire application process has changed and now will be completed digitally.

• Step 1: Constituents can now access the application via the Delegation page on the Horry County website: https://www.horrycountysc.gov/departments/delegation/boards-and-commissions/ On the right hand side of the page, there is a link to the Full Board & Commission application and background check form.
  
  
• Step 2: Please allow ample time to complete the application process in one sitting. Once the required application page is completed, constituents will receive an automated email from Horry County. 
  
  
• Step 3: Constituents will also receive another email from DocuSign to complete the required background check form. Once the required background check form is completed, constituents will receive two automated emails–the first from DocuSign confirming the completion of the background check form and the second from Horry County confirming the application process has been completed.

For any questions, please contact the Delegation office at 843-915-5130 between the hours of 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. or via email at Minko.Danielle@horrycountysc.gov

Additional information about the Delegation is also available on the Horry County website.  

Horry County Government crews are actively working to assess roadways, clear debris, and make repairs where needed in the aftermath of Tropical Storm Idalia.

Over the course of Wednesday and Thursday, Idalia brought heavy rains and flooding in low-lying areas across Horry County. As a result, some roads did sustain varying levels of damage, and others still have standing water at this time.

Community members are encouraged to heed road closure and detour signage, steer clear of damaged or water-covered roadways, and use alternate routes.

To report a road or drainage issue during regular working hours, call the hotline at 843-381-8000. After-hours, use the non-emergency dispatch line at 843-248-1520.

To stay informed about local roads that may be impacted, community members can use the Horry County Road Closures map.

For information about state roads, use the SCDOT Road Conditions map.

Updates about overall Horry County work post-storm will be shared on the Horry County Government Facebook page.

(Please note, both the Horry County Road Closures map and the SCDOT Road Conditions map are actively updated by work crews on site as assessments are conducted. As such, information may change rapidly, and the minute-by-minute accuracy of the maps are not guaranteed. Use with caution.)

All Horry County Government offices, except Public Safety operations, will be closed Monday, Sept. 4, 2023, in observance of Labor Day.

Normal operations and office hours will resume Tuesday, Sept. 5, 2023.

Stay safe and we will see you again soon. 

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Upcoming Meetings 

Tuesday, Sept. 5, 2023, 12:00 p.m.

Parks & Open Space Board

Click here for the agenda. 

Tuesday, Sept. 5, 2023, 6:00 p.m.

County Council

Click here for the agenda and packet. 

Thursday, Sept. 7, 2023, 5:30 p.m.

Planning Commission 

Click here for the agenda and packet. 

Friday, Sept. 8, 2023, 10:00 a.m.

Committee on Mental Health 

Click here for the agenda and packet. 

The meetings of County Council, Council Committees, Zoning Board of Appeals, and Planning Commission are also broadcast on the Horry County Government website, and the Government Access Television Channel (Spectrum/Time Warner channel 1301 or Horry Telephone Cooperative Channel 14.

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Road Closures & Construction Updates 

Motorists in all road construction areas should use caution.

We urge drivers in the area to slow down, pay attention to all road signs and traffic control devices, and drive cautiously to keep our crews safe.

For status updates on all of our current RIDE III program projects, visit our online dashboard. 

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Traffic Update: New Pattern for Myrtle Ridge Drive

Beginning Friday, Sept. 1, 2023, there will be a new traffic pattern implemented along Myrtle Ridge Drive.

Be sure to follow the updated signs and pavement markings to ensure a smooth transition.

Drivers are encouraged to exercise additional caution and patience while everyone gets accustomed to the new pattern.

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Horry County Government's facilities will close at 5 p.m. today, Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2023, and open with a delay at 10 a.m., Thursday, Aug. 31, 2023, due to expected impacts from Hurricane Idalia.

All Horry County Parks & Recreation centers, ball fields, and parks, as well as Horry County Memorial Library branches, will be closed beginning at 5 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2023.

Tropical storm conditions are expected overnight and into the early morning. With the changing nature of the storm and the potential for additional hazards, it is prudent for the county to protect staff, residents and visitors.

Public safety departments will continue to provide critical services.

Myrtle Beach International Airport remains open but passengers should check the status of their flights with their airlines.

Additional information and updates can be found on Horry County’s website at www.horrycountysc.gov.

Horry County Emergency Management Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/horrycountyemergencymanagementdepartment 

Horry County Emergency Management Twitter: https://twitter.com/HorryEMD 

(Aug. 29, 2023, 3:47 p.m.) Horry County Council has declared a localized state of emergency to adopt emergency ordinances to meet public emergencies affecting life, health, safety or the property of the people in our area.

The declaration will remain in effect for sixty (60) days unless sooner terminated by resolution by County Council.

Click here to review the ordinance.

Storm updates are provided periodically on all Horry County Emergency Management pages.

HCEMD Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/horrycountyemergencymanagementdepartment

HCEMD Twitter: https://twitter.com/HorryEMD 

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(Aug. 29, 2023, 8:45 a.m.) - Horry County Emergency Management Department moves to OPCON 2 (Level 2 Operation Condition) on Tuesday, August 29, 2023 as of 8:00 a.m., meaning the county is operating in a heightened state of awareness with emergency plans beginning to be implemented.

County officials have begun discussions with the South Carolina Emergency Management Division, coastal communities including local municipalities, and will continue to monitor the situation closely.

The Horry County Emergency Operations Center is not currently activated, however, Horry County Emergency Management will continue to keep the public aware of changes in the forecast and appropriate action will be taken as necessary.

In anticipation of possible effects on Horry County from the tropical system, Horry Emergency Management wants to remind all citizens to prepare by:

• Surveying your property to mitigate potential flooding, such as making sure storm drains and gutters are clear of debris.
• Bringing in or securing yard items and decorations.
• Avoiding flooded roadways.
• Continually monitoring reputable weather information sources such as local media or the National Hurricane Center for the most up to date hurricane information.