Horry County has recently introduced the
Horry County Speakers Bureau
hoping to reach out into the community and
provide dynamic, engaging speakers from various offices to cover a multitude of topics of community interest.
We are listing a catalogue of topics according to areas of concern that affect Horry County. These presentations
can be of interest to school classes, civic and private groups, homeowners associations, etc. Allow us to help you plan an interesting,
educational, and informative program by including a Horry County speaker.
When selecting a topic, first consider your audience and its area of interest. Some of these topics can be designed around your
particular concern or issue. Then, to request a speaker, call the Horry County Public Information Office at (843) 915-5390. Please give us a
three weeks notice to fill your request.
The staff at the Horry County Public Information Office looks forward to assisting you on the date of your choice. However, it
may sometimes be necessary to change dates or topics during times of heavy bookings to meet all requests. Once again, thanks for making
Horry County a part of your next program.
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To request a speaker, contact us:
(please allow three weeks notice)
Public Information Office
Government and Justice Center
1301 Second Ave, Conway, SC
(843) 915-5390
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General Government Overview & Structure
- General Government Overview - Presentation takes a look at the departments and the structure of county government under the county council and services provided.
- Horry County Government & Justice Center - Learn all about the new Horry County Government & Justice Center and why the complex was so desperately needed. Also, find out about the renovations at the old courthouse and the old Burroughs Building. Organizations can also schedule a tour of the complex.
- Administration Division - Learn how the Administration Division is broken down and the many departments within the division.
- Infrastructure and Regulation Division - Learn how the Infrastructure and Regulation Division is broken down and the many departments within the division.
- Public Safety Division - Learn how the Public Safety Division is broken down and the many departments within the division.
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Budget and Revenue
- Homestead Exemption - If age and income requirements are met, certain citizens may defer payment of their homestead taxes for a period of time. Hear who is eligible and how to apply.
- Functions of the Auditor's Office - Did you know that the Auditor's office assembles information regarding real and personal property ownership for establishing a fair market value, computation of the assessed value and application of the taxing millage rate to produce revenue to be collected by the Horry County Treasurer/Tax Collector? Find out even more about the Auditor's Office.
- Where are my tax dollars going? - Get an overview of Horry County's budget including revenue stream versus expenditures and insight into all the funds that make up the budget.
- Horry County Business License - Did you know that if you own or operate a business in Horry County you need a business license and could possibly be responsible for paying hospitality taxes? Receive information about how to apply, renewals, and appeals concerning Business Licenses.
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Communications
- E911: the Backbone of Public Safety - What happens when you call 9-1-1 with a fire, medical or police emergency? Find out how Horry County 9-1-1 system works and this department touches the entire Public Safety Division.
- IT/GIS Mapping for the Public - The Horry County GIS is a multi-participant computer-based system that stores, integrates and analyzes information associated with land - what's on it, under it, its infrastructure and natural resources, etc.
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History of Horry County
- Horry County Museum - Do you know the history of Horry County and how we have developed into the amazing community, we are today? You will learn so much about Horry County you will be able to tell your friends and family.
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Planning for the Future
- Airport's Master Plan - Get a birds eye view on the new master plan for the Myrtle Beach International Airport and what will happen to the existing terminal and surrounding buildings.
- Horry County Comprehensive Plan - Successful growth within a county takes many different needs into consideration. Hear how Horry County's Comprehensive Plan identifies future needs, manages growth, and balances new and ongoing projects.
- Zoning Regulations - Learn about the zoning regulations in Horry County, and why zoning is so important when it comes to growth and development.
- Local Road Plan/RIDE Overview - Horry County has been instrumental in assisting SCDOT with major road construction not to mention implementing a local road plan for the unincorporated areas of Horry County. Find out about this effort and the benefits of intergovernmental relationships.
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Our Precious Environment
- Stormwater Management - Receive an overview describing the problems that ordinary rainwater causes as it funs off our lawn and streets into our surface water. Also, learn what Horry County is doing and what you can do to help keep our waters clean.
- Mitigation Overview - Learn what mitigation is all about and the recent mitigation issues facing Horry
County.
- Countywide Recreation - Find out about all the parks and boat landings around Horry County and what the future may hold for countywide recreation.
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Animals: Friends or Pests?
- Mosquito Abatement - Hear what Horry County is doing to control our mosquito population and what you can do around your home to help. The program touches on the causes of too many mosquitoes, controlling mosquitoes, mosquito biology and mosquito-borne illnesses.
- Horry County Animal Shelter & Animal Adoptions - Hear about the many special services and duties provided by the Horry County Animal Shelter. Also, look at social issues concerning animals in our communities and how they affect out neighborhoods and citizens.
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Emergency Services
- Fire/Rescue and the Future - Lean the ins and outs about Fire/Rescue including the benefits of the recent merger, the fire academy, terrorism training, and much more.
- Protecting Your Home or Business from Fire - Get advice from the experts about how to protect your property from fire and what all property owners should know about fire safety.
- Functions of the Sheriff's Office - The Sheriff's Office is responsible for courthouse security, maintaining the sex offenders registry in Horry County, and operates the Horry County Detention Center. Find out more about the Sheriff's Office and the other type of duties that is delegated to this agency.
- Police Department's Patrol Services - Learn the difference between uniform and beach patrol and what the mobilization ream responsibilities include. Also, learn what law enforcement faces on a day-to-day basis and how you can help.
- Police Department's Support Services - Get a detailed overview about the concept behind community-oriented police enforcement (C.O.P.E.) and the School Resource Officer Program, which is implemented in all the county's middle and high schools.
- Police Department's Special Operations - Horry County has specialized response teams for emergencies. Learn more about their Special Emergency Response Team (SERT), Blood Hound Tracking Team, and the Critical Incident Negotiation Team, and how they are utilized in the County.
- How to Protect Your Children & Child Safety Tips - Does your child know what to do if approached by a stranger? Do you know what to do if you and your child were approached by a stranger? Learn about how you can protect your family and some helpful tips to pass along to your family.
- South Carolina Amber Alert - Learn how the South Carolina Amber Alert system will work in Horry County and why this statewide system is beneficial to our area.
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When a Disaster Strikes
- Hurricane Preparedness - Are you prepared for the hurricane season? Find out what items should be in your disaster kit, where your evacuation routes are located, the re-entry process, and important phone numbers and websites to know.
- Preparing Your Business for a Disaster - Lost wages and productivity, as well as physical damage, are major contributors to the cost of a hurricane. We'll tell you how you can protect your business from the effects of bad weather and how to develop a disaster response strategy for your company's employees.
- Horry County Emergency Management - Learn more about the types of disasters that face Horry County and how your government is prepared to handle these incidents.
- Media Relations During a Crisis - During emergencies, the county works with the media to provide accurate and timely information to better serve the community. You'll hear case studies of actual incidents and how your organization can implement its own emergency communications checklist should the need arise.
- Homeland Security - Learn what Horry County is doing to prepare for a terrorist or large-scale event and what other agencies the county is teaming up with.
- COBRA Team Operations - Did you know that Horry County has recently implemented a COBRA Team? What is a COBRA Team you ask? Find out about this specialized team, which will respond to terrorist or large-scale events, and the training Horry County Public Safety officials have committed to this effort.
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Court Services
- Functions of the Solicitor's Office - Learn more about the Judicial Court and what it is like to be responsible for the prosecution of general sessions court offenses and other Family Court issues in Horry and Georgetown Counties.
- Functions of the Magistrate's Court - Learn all about the Magistrates Court and the types of civil cases that can be processed through this court.
- Clerk of Court/Family Court Functions - The Clerk of Court/Family Court office has a huge task in the Horry County court system. This office is responsible for the issuance of passports, court records, collection of child support payments, etc. Find out more how the office can assist your needs.
- Probate Court Overview - Probate Court has original jurisdiction over actions concerning the issuance of marriage licenses, the estate of a deceased person, the will of an individual, the estate of a minor or incapacitated person, trusts, and involuntary commitments.
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Information & Resources
- Horry County Libraries - Do you want to know more about what the Horry County Memorial Library has to offer?
Discover the library’s wide variety of materials for all age groups, including Internet and
remote access through our website to online databases and programming for all interests.
Learn more about the library’s information and reader’s advisory assistance for the
community. The library is still about books and good reading, but find out more about
other exciting materials, services, programs and activities for all ages and interests at
your local library.
- Registers of Deeds Functions - Once you buy a piece of property do you know what happens to the deed and mortgage? Learn more about the Register of Deeds Office and how they record legal documents and how you can access them.
- FOIA Law and County Procedures - Learn about the South Carolina Freedom of Information Act surrounding public records and the process Horry County has implemented.
- Horry County Website - Get a virtual demonstration on Horry County's website and all the information and forms that it features. (Available if location has available phone line, if not an oral presentation will be conducted.)
- Public Information Office Overview - Learn more about the Public Information Office and all the various ways to receive information about county government, events, and meetings.
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