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The regular monthly meeting of the Elgin Town Council was held on Tuesday, July 12, 2022, and called to order at 6:03 pm at the Elgin Town Hall. Those present included Councilman Ed Smith, Councilman Brad Hanley, Mayor Melissa Emmons, Attorney John Wells and Interim Town Clerk, Becky Summey. Councilman Paul Rizzo attended via ZOOM and Councilwoman Dana Sloan was absent. The Invocation was given by Mayor Melissa Emmons and was followed by the Pledge of Allegiance, which was led by Councilman Brad Hanley. The first order of business was the approval of the minutes from the Regular Meeting held on Tuesday, June 7, 2022. Motion was made by Councilman Brad Hanley, 2nd by Councilman Ed Smith, with a unanimous vote from Council. The next item on the agenda was the approval of the minutes from a Special Business Meeting on June 21, 2022. Motion was made by Councilman Brad Hanley, 2nd by Councilman Ed Smith. The motion carried with a vote of 2-0, with Councilman Brad Hanley and Councilman Paul Rizzo abstaining due to their absence from the meeting. There was no one signed up to speak during Public Forum. Council adopted the agenda for the meeting. Motion was made by Councilman Brad Hanley, 2nd by Councilman Paul Rizzo, with a unanimous vote from Council. There were no new Business Licenses approved for June 2022. There were no new Charity Permit Requests for June 2022. Always remember to check with Elgin Town Hall about completing a Charity Permit Request Form prior to any events taking place. Also, please remember to support the businesses in the Elgin Community and shop local. There were no Complaints for the month of June 2022. In Old Business, during the Potter Park Update, Mayor Melissa Emmons informed Council of a $200,000.00 contribution from Kershaw County Council for the new Elgin Community Center that will be constructed at Potter Community Park. Councilman Ed Smith asked for a status update on the shading for the playground and new mulch for the area and was informed that an edited Purchase Order was submitted to Bliss Products in June and that the projects have now been scheduled. Also in Old Business, Councilman Paul Rizzo provided a brief update regarding the search for a consulting firm for several upcoming construction projects and after some discussion, it was decided to schedule a Workshop in mid-August to go over the data and the scope of projects in order to determine how to proceed. Due to the absence of Chief Anders, there were no updates provided in New Business. In Council Briefing, Councilman Ed Smith thanked SCDOT for coming out to inspect our bridge recently following several strong earthquakes. Councilman Brad Hanley had no report. Councilman Paul Rizzo had no report. Mayor Melissa Emmons welcomed Becky Summey as our Interim Town Clerk and expressed appreciation for everything that she is doing. She also reminded everyone of the upcoming Virtual Town Hall Meeting scheduled for July 27, 2022, to discuss questions/concerns regarding the recent earthquake activity in the Elgin Community. She informed Council that she had provided copies of the Town of Elgin Operating Policies from the Personnel Manual as well as a copy of the 2022-2023 Approved Budget. Attorney John Wells had no report. Due to the absence of Chief Anders, the Executive Session to discuss a Personnel Matter was rescheduled for the August 2, 2022, meeting. Motion to adjourn the meeting at 6:33 pm made by Councilman Brad Hanley, 2nd by Councilman Ed Smith, with a unanimous vote from Council. Our next regular scheduled meeting will be on Tuesday, August 2, at 6:00 pm. If you miss a meeting, check out our website at www.townofelginsc.com, where we list agendas, minutes from meetings and the calendar of events. Also, we now broadcast our monthly council meetings live on the “Town of Elgin” Facebook Page. If I can ever be of assistance, please feel free to contact me by phone at 803-3091385 or email at Melissa.emmons@townofelginsc.com. The Elgin News builds community and brings people together by informing everyone about local businesses, services, schools organizations, government, activities, events and other information useful for becoming involved. It helps those who live and work in Elgin to get to know each other as people and to become friends. The Elgin News accepts no responsibility for the contents of the advertisements or articles. Advertisements and articles are accepted with the full responsibility of the advertiser for worth and accuracy. Readers who wish to comment or have concerns regarding advertisements contained herein are urged to phone the Elgin News at (803) 513-5108 or (803) 466-4604. The Elgin News will discontinue accepting advertising from firms of alleged dubious reputation. Rates are net - discount agreements must be reflected on the publication order. 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July 22, 2022
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The End of an Era at Lugoff-Elgin High
Toole continues, "Being announced as “The Marching Pride” was subject to being suspended if we demonstrated a lack of effort in practice or perforThis will be the end of an era for me as well mance or if something occurred outside of that to reflect poorly on the group. as so many others who lived our LE Days, I only remember that we were announced once as the Lugoff Elgin Marchboth in the old school and in the new build- ing Band. I will just say that it caused an immediate change of course for the ing. next contest as you would expect, and we earned the privilege again of being Saturday, July 23rd at 3:00 PM in Lugoff announced as the LE Marching Pride. Mr. Price has a saying that has stuck Elgin High School’s auditorium, Glenn with me for a very long time. He says ‘In sports you can be on the team, but Price, band director for 48 years, will be rec- you are IN the band. You can never play, and you can be on a sports team, ognized in a special ceremony with the Order but in the band, especially the marching band, every person matters, every of the Palmetto. member has their job to do. There are no benchwarmers!’" A drop-in sponsored by the Band Club will be held for Mr. Price to greet Cathy Smith Meshach, band member of the Class of 1980, nominated and share with current and former band students, colleagues, community Glenn Price for the Order of the Palmetto which was confirmed by Goverfriends and families their well wishes and fond memories. nor McMaster. The Order of the Palmetto is the highest civilian award given Glenn Price touched the lives of all he met, and we worked together on to an individual in South Carolina. many projects for the school. Everyone has their own special Glenn Price Cathy said, “Mr. Price has touched thousands of lives in his years of teachmemories, and I have a few. I remember in 1985 when we counted stadium ing. He has worn many hats during his tenure at Lugoff Elgin High School seats for a soap star fundraiser (I needed to know how many tickets we could including educator, leader, mentor, father figure and friend to the entire comsell.) We worked together on the committee to interview and select the can- munity of Lugoff, Camden, and Elgin. Glenn Price has given so much to all didates for the 92-93 LEHS principal. (Congrats Creig Tyler!) We laughed of us. Let us now give back to him by saying ‘Job well done! We thank you! about his superstition about not wanting his picture in the yearbook. He We love you!’ “ always asked the funny questions at faculty meetings and long in-service Upon learning of the Order of the Palmetto award several weeks ago, Glenn training sessions. Price stated,” I really don't feel like I deserve any of this recognition. I only I will never forget the night in 1981, when the Marching Pride band won did my job, just like all of you have done well. Any award that I may receive the state championship on our home field. That night was magical! may look good hanging on a wall. It is the words from former band students Former band member and Class of 1978 alumni Eric Toole said, “The way and others that are my real trophy. My recent 70th birthday and retirement I remember the name L-E Marching Pride being established was that Mr. has resulted in the large number of letters, emails, and text messages. I unPrice wanted to instill in our band members the concept that we would have derstand the impact I had on so many students, friends, and colleagues, but I pride in everything we did as a member of the band. The way we participated, truly know that all that I have or may have done for anyone over the course the way we practiced, the way we represented the band in the community and of my career has been returned to me tenfold as life’s blessings. Again, thank while traveling, and last but certainly not least, the way we performed. you all so much for your love and friendship.” By: Liz Simon, Staff Writer
KC Soil and Water Strength Team Receives Conservation Scholarships Championship Rings
Congratulations again! The LE strength team received their rings recently for their 2022 SCHSSCA 4A-State Strength Championship! Special thanks to Coach Matt Campbell for his relentless support, Coach Alexander Moore for pushing and assisting the guys, and Ben Connell for his support and the superb smoked food he provided for the ring celebration.
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The Kershaw County Soil and Water Conservation District recently awarded scholarships to high school seniors pursuing college degrees in natural resource/agricultural related fields. Connor McLeod,(Horry Georgetown Technical College), Caitlyn Pandolph (TriCounty Technical College), and Ella Haudenshield, (Clemson University), are among the winners. Also pictured are Donna Douglas, District Coordinator, and Sarah Williams, Commissioner. July 22, 2022
Elgin PD Incident Reports
Trespass Notice: On 07/11/2022, at approximately 2100 hours, Officer responded to Hidden Treasures in reference to a suspicious person complaint. Once on the scene, I observed two pickup trucks backed up to the trash dumpster. I saw a female standing next to the dumpster, later identified by her SC drivers license as Subject 1. I also saw a female inside the dumpster later identified as Subject 2. I asked both females why were they taking items out of the dumpster and Subject 1 stated Subject 2 called her on the phone and asked her to come to this location. Subject 2 stated the store manager had given her permission to take things out of the dumpster that were being thrown away as trash. Subject 2 stated she thought because she was taking the items out of a dumpster, it was okay. I informed her the dumpster was on private property and those items still belong to the business. I contacted dispatch and asked if they could contact the store owner and they contacted him, and transferred him to my phone. I asked Owner if he could come to my location and he stated that it would take him about 45 minutes because he lived in Columbia. I asked him if he had someone else who lived closer and he stated yes, and he sent his Store Manager, who arrived a short time later and I asked her is she had given either Subject 1 or Subject 2 permission to take disregarded items from the trash dumpster and she replied no. Manager stated they have had problems with Subject 2 in the past and they should have placed her on trespass notice at that time. Manager contacted Owner and the two decided that because the items came from the dumpster and they considered it trash, they did not want then to be charged, but did want them trespassed from this location. Subject 1 and Subject 2 were both released and Subject 1 drove her vehicle away. Subject 2, who did not have a driver's license, had her vehicle towed by Eddie Robert's because she could not find a licensed driver. Breach of Trust: On July 8, 2022, Family Dollar Store Manager contacted Officer regarding a missing bank deposit from the store. Fischer advised on July 4, 2022 around 0900 hours, employee Subject took the bank deposit from the previous evening totaling $3594.57, from the store safe, to deposit in the drop box of the First Citizens Bank located in Elgin. Manager stated she also gave Subject her personal money to purchase breakfast for all of the employees as they were working the holiday. Subject left Family Dollar with the deposit in bag number FD05757788. The bag was sealed in the bag with corresponding paperwork on July 3rd by Employee 1 and witnessed by Employee 2. Statement Forms were completed by Manager, Employee 1 and Employee 2. Employees 3 and 4, who were present in the store on July 4 and witnessed Subject take the bank deposit, also completed statements. The original signed statement forms are in this original report. Manager also provided me the Unified Cash Management Spreadsheet for the store. The spreadsheet shows Subject made two deposits posted on July 5, 2022 when the bank opened. The first deposit is from June 27, 2022 and the second is from July 2, 2022. There are four other deposits made at the bank for June 28 through July 1, 2022. On July 11, 2022 I went to First Citizens Bank with Manager to obtain a statement from the bank showing no deposit for the July 3, 2022 had been made. I was verbally advised by the bank it had not yet received the deposit, but not provided a written statement. I spoke to Bank Manager who told me she would copy and email my request to their investigator. On July 13, at 0909 hours, I had not yet heard back from First Citizens and emailed Bank Manager my request. I also contacted Manager asking for an updated spreadsheet. Theft of Motor Vehicle Parts and Accessories: On 07-10-2022 Officer was told by KCSO Deputy Clark there were two people over in a empty lot off of Railroad Ave that looked suspicious. Officer arrived and saw one white male and one white female around a red Suburban taking the wheels off of the vehicle. Officer made contact with the two people. The male was identified as Subject 1 and the female as Subject 2. Officer knows the owner of the property, and asked Subject 1 what he was doing. Subject 1 did admit he was taking the metals from the abandon vehicles to sell so he could eat. Officer did ask him if it was his property and vehicle and Subject 1 said no, that he did not know who owned them. Subject 1 and Subject 2 were placed under arrest for larceny and taken to the Kershaw County Detention Center. The vehicle was turned over to Billy's Towing per owner's request. Officer got video of the incident on my BC. The owner of the property was notified. Disorderly Conduct: On 07-10-2022, the Customer Service Manager at Food Lion stated a Hispanic male began cussing her out for not selling him beer. Manager stated the Hispanic male went to register seven (7) and tried to buy beer without an ID. The Hispanic male was asked to go get his ID and he left the store and came back with his passport. Manager told him she was not going to sell him beer due to the fact she felt like he was buying it for juveniles. At that time Hispanic male started cussing at her in front of other customer and left in a Blue Nissan four door pick up truck. Manager was unable to get his SC tag. R/O got incident on his BC until the video comes in from the store. Hit and Run: On 7/10/2022 Officer was dispatched to Blaney's Backyard Grill in reference to a hit and run. Upon my arrival, I met with the Complainant who stated a lifted Black GMC or Chevy truck with mud tires backed into his 2001 Ford Mustang in the parking lot then fled the area. Complainant's Mustang had damage to the passenger fender. Complainant was only able to get the first two letters off of the trucks tag "UM". There are no outdoor cameras on the building that look at the parking lot. There are indoor cameras but nothing can be seen. July 22, 2022
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Camden First Baptist Hosts 'Cola Wars'
Each year, middle and high school students from all over Kershaw County, and beyond, come together for a time of Christ-exalting, high-energy, fun! The event is put together and sponsored by First Baptist Camden with the support of the FCA program at Camden High School. Students are divided into two cola-themed teams and engage each night in thrilling, field-type activities; such as Big Ball Volleyball, Cola Chug, Tug of War, and Cola Toss. Each evening also includes a dynamic speaker and worship. This year over 330 students attended and the event was put on by more than 70 volunteers. The purpose of the event is to encourage students and provide them with an opportunity to hear the Gospel. Photos courtesy Johnny Deal, BowTie Photography, and Tiffany Ellis.
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Battle of Camden Annual Blood Drive at Bethesda Presbyterian Church Commemoration Wednesday, Aug. 3rd · 8 am - 1 pm
On Saturday, August 13th, honor and remember those who served in the August 16, 1780 Battle of Camden by joining Historic Camden and community partners at the commemoration of the battle’s 241st anniversary. Bethesda Presbyterian in Camden is hosting their annual Blood Drive on Event includes an artillery salute courtesy of the SCBT Cannon Crew, Wednesday, August 3rd from 8 am - 1 pm. Visit redcrossblood.org to scheda wreath-laying ceremony and a ribbon cutting of a new interactive audio ule your appointment, and enter sponsor code: CamdenBethesda. All donors experience. All activities will take place beginning at 10 am, at the Camden Battlefield will receive a t-shirt or a mug. and Longleaf Pine Preserve, rain or shine. 1606 Flat Rock Road. Bring comfortable clothing, sunscreen, bug spray, and water. Some chairs and bottles of water will be provided. Meanwhile at the Historic Camden main campus, 222 Broad Street, there will be blacksmith and living history demonstrations going on all day, included with the price of site admission! For more information, visit the Historic Camden Foundation Facebook page.
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Habitat For Humanity Opens New Store
A grand opening celebration was held on Thursday, July 14 for the new location of the Habitat for Humanity ReStore, which is now located at 16 East Dekalb St. in Camden. The building, which was home to Fellers Furniture for many years, has been renovated as the new home of the ReStore. The ReStore accepts donations and sells a constantly changing inventory home goods to the public at a fraction of the retail price, while diverting reusable household items and building materials from area landfills. Sales of donated items help Habitat for Humanity partner with local families to build, rehabilitate and repair safe and affordable homes in our community and around the world. Photo courtesy Johnny Deal, BowTie Photography.
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July 22, 2022
'Chotty Trail' Connects Camden to the Palmetto Trail
As part of Camden Day, "A Classic Southern Summer Day," a celebration was held marking the grand opening of the Chotty Trail. This 3.5 mile spur runs from the east bank of the Wateree through Historic Camden and was named for Charles "Chotty" Mullikin, celebrated WWII veteran and father of Camden native Dr. Tom Mullikin.
The trail passes three historic cemeteries, several churches, shops, the Cornwallis House, and the new Camden Revolutionary War Visitors Center, with plenty of scenic views along the way. Photo courtesy Johnny Deal, BowTie Photography.
KCSD Implementing Staggered Start for Kindergartners
The first week of school will look a little different for Kershaw County School District five-year-old kindergartners this year. Under Proviso 1A.69, Kershaw County School District is implementing an innovative approach to helping students adjust to difficult transition years with a 2022-2023 school calendar that provides a staggered start for fiveyear-old kindergarten students. This staggered start schedule for the first week of school will allow students to experience a smoother transition and allow staff members time to build strong relationships with students and parents in support of continued academic and social emotional growth. These adjustments will help new students to elementary school reduce anxiety, build community, and start their formal education in Kershaw County School District in a smaller educational setting with more individualized attention. This time will allow teachers an opportunity to get to know students better and understand their personal strengths and needs through individual assessments, such as the state-mandated Kindergarten Readiness Assess-
ment (KRA). All KCSD five-year-old kindergarten students will participate in a staggered entry process for the 2022-2023 school year and will attend school using the following schedule: August 1 and 2: Last names A–L attend school August 3 and 4: Last names M–Z attend school August 5: Make-up day for students needing to be assessed. August 8: All Kindergarten students attend school. All 5K students will fully begin the school year and attend school daily starting Monday, August 8, 2022. Please note: This staggered start schedule does not apply to students in four-yearold kindergarten, or in preschool special education programs at the following locations: Doby’s Mill Elementary, North Central Elementary, Pine Tree Hill Elementary and Wateree Elementary. These students will begin school on August 1 and attend for the entire week.
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July 22, 2022
Kershaw County Sheriff ’s Office The Three Types of Policing
There are three types of policing in our society: proactive, reactive, and inactive. The public will decide which one their police uses. “The ability of the police to perform their duties depends on public approval of police actions.” - Sir Robert Peel (1829) Proactive policing is the attempt to prevent crime before it happens. This is usually done by visible patrols, property checks, traffic stops, field interviews of suspicious persons, etc. Reactive policing is the response to a crime after it has taken place. This includes responding to a call from a victim and the investigation after a crime occurs. Most agencies do proactive and reacSheriff Lee Boan tive policing. Preventing crime (proactive) is ideal. Responding to calls for service (reactive) is mandatory. Agencies that are understaffed are forced to be mostly reactive; an officer cannot ignore a call for service in order to be proactive. I think most citizens are familiar with proactive and reactive policing. The third option is the last thing any of us want. Inactive policing is the act of doing nothing. This is something that could be caused when officers feel they are the only ones in the criminal justice system being held accountable. Why would any officer want to risk making a mistake that could get them killed, injured, arrested, sued, or fired when they feel the criminal will not be held accountable? Is the rapidly diminishing possibility of justice really worth all the risks to the officer? We have no problem being held accountable for our actions. Please make sure you hold all your public officials accountable. Your law enforcement officers should never feel their best choice is inactive policing.
Galloway Running KCSD Announces Free Breakfast Pilot Program For KC Soil and Water Kershaw County School District Nutrition Services is excited to announce a pilot program that will allow the district to continue offering a nutritious breakfast to all students each day free of charge for the 20222023 school year. Although United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) federal waivers for free breakfast and lunch for all students were not extended, it is our hope that this Universal Free Breakfast pilot program will allow us to continue making healthy breakfast options accessible to all students. The charge for school lunches will remain $2 for elementary school students and $2.25 for middle and high school students. Reduced meal lunches will be $0.40. For this pilot program to be successful, it is important that all families complete a 2022-2023 free/reduced meal application and make plans to participate in the free breakfast program each morning. As a reminder, all families must complete this application each year to earn or maintain free or reduced-price meals for their students. Everyone is encouraged to apply for meal benefits as it provides other advantages to families and the school district. Please visit www.kcsdschools. net/meals to find this application. If you have questions, please contact KCSD Nutrition Services Coordinator Misha Lawyer, at misha.lawyer@kcsdschools.net or 803- 4328416.
July 22, 2022
Conservation District
On July 14th, Will Galloway submitted a petition to the Kershaw County Voter Registration Office and filed to run for Commissioner of the Kershaw County Soil and Water Conservation District. Will Galloway grew up hunting, farming, and fishing on the same land his family has hunted, farmed, and fished for nearly 200 years. He learned early on that when we take good care of the land, the land takes care of us, and that’s why he’s running for the Kershaw County Soil and Water Commission. He attended public schools before attending Clemson University, and graduated with a degree in political science. He serves as an Air Defense Artillery Officer in the South Carolina Army National Guard, and works for a nonprofit devoted to finding free market solutions to environmental challenges. He is also pursuing a masters degree from St. John’s College in Annapolis. As a Commissioner of the Kershaw County Soil and Water Conservation District, Will Galloway plans to focus on ensuring that we manage growth responsibly, especially in the lower part of the county. He plans to expand the Commission’s educational initiatives, and work with private businesses and landowners to ensure they have the resources to be good stewards of our county’s natural resources.
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