County Council Approves Intergovernmental Fire Contract

The Oconee County Council held a meeting last night in Walhalla, SC. The agenda included several key items that were discussed and voted on by the council members. Proclamations were made to recognize the US Constitution Week. Ordinances were passed to authorize various agreements and amendments related to economic development, budget, lease, and tax incentives. The council discussed and acted on several action items. These included the financial participation agreement with SCDOT, the local ATAX recommendations, the W.K. Dickson work authorization, and the proposal of Goldie Associates for wastewater disposal issues at the detention center. The council approved an intergovernmental agreement for fire protection following the executive session and consent was given to the transfer of a lease agreement…