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City Council Meeting - July 20, 2026 - City of Mauldin, SC
Published: Jul 20, 2026
Malden City Council Appoints Members to Zoning Board of Appeals and Planning Commission
The City Council appointed Philip Cochran and Manuel Berentos to the Zoning Board of Appeals and reappointed Kevin Green, Jonathan Paulson, and Joselyn Lleair to the Planning Commission. All appointments were approved unanimously.
Malden City Council Advances 1% Sales Tax Referendum for Infrastructure and Tax Relief
The City Council considered the first reading of an ordinance for a 1% sales tax referendum to fund property tax relief and infrastructure improvements. The Municipal Tax Relief Act allows for this, requiring 20% of funds for property tax relief for owner-occupied residences. The projected revenue over 8 years is approximately $24.5 million after a 1% fee retention by the Department of Revenue. Staff recommended allocating $15.6 million to road resurfacing and $4 million to Fire Station 5. The council also debated whether to bond out funds or use a pay-as-you-go approach, with discussions on interest rates, future council obligations, and the cost of road repairs. Councilmember King expressed opposition, viewing the 20% return as insufficient relief and preferring to focus on existing road maintenance. Councilmember Reynolds highlighted concerns about the bonding term and ensuring future flexibility. The ordinance passed first reading with a 4-1 vote.
Malden City Council Approves Transfer of K-9 Unit to Lawren
The City Council approved the transfer of a K-9 named Venol to the City of Lawren and the Lawren Police Department. This K-9 has served with his handler for over seven years, and the transfer is considered the best move for the K9's well-being, as he would be nearing retirement soon if he remained with the Malden Police Department. The resolution to transfer the K-9 was approved unanimously.
Malden City Council Adopts Comprehensive Plan
The City Council held the second reading and adopted the Malden Comprehensive Plan. This plan, required every 10 years by the state, guides future development based on community goals. While not a zoning overhaul, it suggests future zoning changes and infrastructure improvements. The council also discussed the upcoming zoning overhaul process which will involve a more detailed look at parcel-by-parcel utilization. The adoption of the comprehensive plan passed with a 5-1 vote [cite: 547-552, 655].
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