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On February 4, 2022 in County News, Weekly Update
Upcoming Meetings
Tuesday, February 8, 2022, 10 a.m.
Forfeited Land Commission
Click here for the agenda.
Tuesday, February 8, 2022, 12 noon
Parks & Open Space Board
Click here for the agenda and here for the packet.
Please note, due to the increase in COVID-19 cases in Horry County, attendees are strongly encouraged to wear a mask and social distancing protocols will be in place.
To see all of our upcoming meetings, visit the Horry County Calendar.
COVID-19 Operations Update
Anyone entering Horry County Government buildings is strongly encouraged to wear a mask while inside facilities. This includes lobbies, waiting areas, customer service counters, etc. Everyone is encouraged to bring their own mask and wear it prior to entering the facilities.
Anyone planning to visit to the Horry County Government and Justice Center should be prepared to check in with staff located in the atrium of the facility. Visitors may be asked to wait in the atrium or outside the facility depending on the capacity of the facility.
We strongly urge the public to handle business online where possible. Many transactions and other requests can be handled online. We understand that there are certain transactions that must take place and are not available online. We encourage people to call departments directly for information and coordination prior to visiting a Horry County Government facility.
The M.L. Brown Public Safety Building, Police Precincts, and Fire Stations will be accepting visitors by appointment and on a space available basis. Please call prior to your visit.
As conditions continue to change, additional changes to service may be necessary. For that reason, we encourage everyone to be in touch with the offices they need by phone prior to visiting our facilities for the latest information.
Upcoming Road Closures & Construction Updates
Motorists in all road construction areas should use caution, stay alert for crews working in the area, and pay attention to all signs and traffic control devices.
Partial Road Closure on Industrial Park Road
A portion of Industrial Park Road in Conway, between Harris Shortcut Road and the curved section of Industrial Park Road in front of the Horry County Animal Care Center, will be closed to all traffic except construction traffic. Motorists in the area should use caution, stay alert for crews working in the area, and pay attention to all signs and traffic control devices.
Find more about Horry County meetings and events on our website.
On September 2, 2019 in County News, Emergencies
HURRICANE DORIAN UPDATE
September 2, 2019, 9:00 AM
South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster has issued an evacuation order for Horry and Georgetown counties to officially begin at 12 p.m. today, Sept. 2, 2019. This evacuation order is for Horry County Zone A (see Zone information below). Additionally, evacuations include all low-lying areas, mobile homes, and campground sites.
The Horry County Emergency Operations Center will open today at 10:00 a.m. in response to the evacuation. Horry County Government will move to OPCON 1 at 12:00 p.m. today to support the evacuation order. The Horry County Phone Bank is now open at 843-915-5150.
The Governor also ordered that schools in Horry County and state government offices close beginning Tuesday, September 3, 2019. County offices will be open tomorrow on a regular operating schedule.
In anticipation of possible effects on Horry County from the tropical system, Horry County Emergency Management wants to remind all citizens that waiting for a watch or warning is waiting too long! Begin preparation now by:
Additional hurricane information can be found on Horry County’s website at www.horrycounty.org.
Horry County Emergency Management Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/horrycountyemergencymanagementdepartment
Horry County Emergency Management Twitter: https://twitter.com/HorryEMD
ZONE A
Evacuation areas for ZONE A include:
HORRY COUNTY EVACUATION ROUTES
When evacuating, it is important to take a road map. Motorists should be aware that law enforcement and the South Carolina National Guard may be posted along evacuation routes to provide assistance. Evacuation routes and maps are available on Horry County’s office website at http://www.horrycounty.org/Departments/EmergencyManagement.aspx .
On September 28, 2018 in Emergencies
Horry County has moved to Operating Condition (OPCON) 2 due to continuing flooding issues. OPCON 2 means that the flooding continues to pose a serious threat to Horry County, but the situation is stabilizing.
The Horry County Emergency Operations Center remains activated 24 hours a day and the Phone Bank is operational (843-915-5150) to assist residents and visitors with questions.
Horry County Emergency Management Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/horrycountyemergencymanagementdepartment
On September 28, 2018 in County News
Horry County taxpayers will soon receive property tax bills for the 2018 tax year. These tax notices reflect property values as of December 31, 2017, prior to damages from Hurricane Florence and subsequent flooding. Adjustments for any damage as a result of the storm are made for the upcoming 2019 tax year, which is based on the condition of a property as of December 31, 2018.
Appealing this year’s bill for flood damage will not result in a reduction in the immediate 2018 tax bill, but would be applicable for 2019. Forms to file an appeal for 2019 will be available in early January. Property owners who believe they qualify for a reduction in 2019 must file an appeal for the reduction to be considered. Horry County will review all of the 2019 appeals so that next year’s bill reflects the correct value for properties that had storm damage that was not repaired prior to December 31, 2018. Tax payment deadlines are set by the State, not the County.
Horry County Assessor Larry Roscoe stated, “We know this is a difficult time for everyone impacted by the storm and flood, but much of the relief efforts that have assisted so many are funded by our property tax dollars. Our tax system runs in arrears, so when we have an unfortunate event so close to the tax mailing, it appears as if the county is adding an extra burden to some who are already suffering, but that is never our intent. Our office will be working closely with those who would like to file an appeal in 2019 to help them navigate the process.”
On August 12, 2016 in General, Weekly Update
Click HERE for Horry County Government's meetings, agendas, events, news and road construction for the week of August 15-19, 2016.
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