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City of Liberty- Regular Session
June 8th, 2026 – 6:45 PM
Rosewood Center- 419 E Main St., Liberty, SC 29657
o Call to Order
o Mayor Andrea Wagner
o Invocation
o Pledge of Allegiance
o Public Session
o (Speakers are allowed 3 minutes)
o Approval of Minutes
o May 5th, 2026, Regular Session
o June 2nd, 2026, Work Session
o New Business: (1st Readings/ Resolutions)
o MASC Model Ordinance- AN ORDINANCE PURCHASING AND PROCUREMENT PROCEDURES
o Old Business: (2nd Readings)
o 2026-2027 Fiscal Year Operating Budget
o City/Financial Report
o Department Head Reports
o Josh Black- Parks and Recreation Director
o Adam Manley- Public Works Director
o Vic Tetter- Police Chief
o Katie Sizemore- Deputy Administrator
o City Council Comments
o Council Member Jon Humphrey (At-Large)
o Council Member Rhonda Whitaker (At-Large)
o Council Member Mikail Cantley (Ward 1)
o Council Member Gerald Wilson (Ward 2)
o Council Member William “Bo” Cooley (Ward 3)
o Council Member Jeff Massie (Ward 4)
o Mayor’s Announcements
o Adjournment
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Thank you for your understanding!
EASLEY-CENTRAL WATER DISTRICT CUSTOMERS ONLY:
At the regular meeting of the Commissioners of Easley-Central Water District on May 19, 2026, the commission voted to increase sewer collection rates by $1.00 per account effective July 1, 2026.
The new collection rate on July 1, 2026, will be $4.25 per account.
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ENOpods are here!
The Pickens County Library System & the City of Liberty are partnering on Relaxation You Can Check Out!
Be on the lookout for location releases are coming soon! Stay tuned to find out where you can relax, recharge, and hang out.
Fall Sports Registration has been extended through Sunday, June 7th at 11:59 pm. A $10.00 late fee will applied to those who register today through June 7th. No registrants will be accepted after June 7th.
Register here: Registration | Liberty Parks and Recreation
As we celebrate Liberty's 150th Anniversary and other events throughout the year, we're looking for volunteers to help make these community gatherings a success. Whether you enjoy helping with setup and cleanup, assisting with games and activities, greeting guests, working a booth, or supporting event operations behind the scenes, there's a place for you.
Whether you can volunteer for one event or several, we'd love to have your help.
Interested in joining our volunteer team? Email cwilson@libertysc.com or sign up here: http://bit.ly/volunteerliberty
We'll be sharing more details soon, so stay tuned!
AGENDA
LIBERTY CITY COUNCIL
SPECIAL SESSION FOLLOWED BY WORK SESSION
June 2nd, 2026, at 6:30 pm
Rosewood Center- 419 E Main St. Liberty, SC 29657
Please be aware that this meeting will begin at 6:30 PM due to an Executive Session at the start of the meeting.
Special Session:
o Call to Order - Mayor, Andrea Wagner
o Motion to Enter Executive Session
• Pursuant to SC Code Section 30-4-70(A)(2) - For the purpose of discussing potential negotiations incident
to contractual arrangements, proposed sale or purchase of
real property, and the receipt of legal advice regarding same. - Executive session is for discussion of, negotiation
regarding, and receipt of legal advice concerning contracts
with three professional service providers to the City.
(After returning to regular session, Council may or may not vote or take action on the matter discussed in executive session.)
o Motion to Exit Executive Session
Work Session:
• Potential Land Sale Discussion: Parcel ID # 4097-05-18-8953
• 2026-2027 Fiscal Year Operating Budget
o Adjournment
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PUBLIC NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that three (3) or more members of the Liberty City Council may attend
the Medal of Honor Remembrance Ceremony honoring Private First Class William A. McWhorter
Date: Saturday, May 30th, 2026
Time: 12:45 PM
Location: Pickens County Magistrate Office- 310 W Main Street
No official action or voting will take place.
Thank you,
City of Liberty Parks and Recreation Department
PROCLAMATION DECLARING A SEVERE DROUGHT ALERT PHASE
WHEREAS, drought conditions have impacted water supplies and created increased demand for available water resources; and
WHEREAS, severe drought conditions require immediate community awareness and conservation efforts to protect public health, safety, and the long-term sustainability of water resources; and
WHEREAS, the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources may issue drought declarations and notify affected communities when mandatory water-use restrictions become necessary; and
WHEREAS, the City of Liberty recognizes the importance of proactive measures to preserve water resources and ensure adequate supply for residents, businesses, agriculture, and essential services;
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Andrea Wagner, Mayor of the City of Liberty, South Carolina, by virtue of the authority vested in me, do hereby proclaim a Severe Drought Alert Phase within the City of Liberty and encourage all residents, businesses, and organizations to participate in immediate water conservation efforts.
The City requests the following conservation measures:
Agricultural, Irrigation, and Livestock Uses
• Implement conservation techniques and explore water-saving methods and alternative
water sources.
• Restrict irrigation use between the hours of 7:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m.
Commercial, Industrial, and Institutional Uses:
• Eliminate aesthetic water use where possible.
• Reduce water use to minimum levels necessary to maintain health and safety.
• Limit water-based recreational activities requiring new filling of facilities such as pools and water attractions.
• Use low-volume handheld watering methods only; sprinklers and broadcast watering devices should not be used.
• Landscape watering should occur only on:
• Wednesday and Saturday for odd-numbered addresses
• Thursday and Sunday for even-numbered addresses
Residential Uses:
• Limit household water consumption to conservation levels whenever possible.
• Limit water-based recreational activities requiring new filling of pools and similar facilities.
• Use handheld watering methods only and avoid sprinkler systems and runoff.
• Landscape watering should occur only on:
• Wednesday and Saturday for odd-numbered addresses
• Thursday and Sunday for even-numbered addresses
BE IT FURTHER PROCLAIMED that the City of Liberty encourages all residents and businesses to work together to reduce water consumption and support conservation efforts throughout the duration of this Severe Drought Alert Phase.
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This special ceremony will pay tribute to the life, bravery, and sacrifice of a local hero through patriotic traditions including the Posting of the Colors, National Anthem, Medal of Honor citation reading, wreath presentation, rifle salute, and the playing of Taps. Community members are invited to attend as we pause to remember and honor the legacy of PFC William A. McWhorter.
STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA
PICKENS COUNTY
The Democratic and Republican parties will hold primaries on Tuesday, June 09, 2026. Any runoffs will be held on Tuesday, June 23, 2026. Any person wishing to vote in the primaries and runoffs must register no later than Sunday, May 10, 2026. Voter registration forms received by mail will be accepted if postmarked by Monday, May 11, 2026.
Early voting will be held 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. beginning Tuesday, May 26, and ending Friday, June 5,
(no Saturdays, Sundays, or legal holidays) at the following locations:
Pickens County Voter Registration & Elections:
222 McDaniel Ave, Pickens, SC, 29671
East Clemson Baptist Church: 230 Frontage Rd, Clemson, SC, 29631
Capt. Kimberly Hampton Memorial Library (Easley): 304 Biltmore Rd, Easley, SC, 29640
Larry Bagwell Gymnasium: 111 Walkers Way, Easley, SC, 29642
Dacusville Community Center: 2671 Earls Bridge Rd, Easley, SC, 29640
Early voting for any necessary runoff elections will be held 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. beginning Wednesday, June 17, and ending on Thursday, June 18, at the locations listed above.
Voters will be asked to provide one of the following Photo IDs for early voting and at their polling place:
S.C. Driver’s License
ID Card issued by S.C. Department of Motor Vehicles
S.C. Voter Registration Card with Photo
Federal Military ID
U.S. Passport
Voters should remember to bring one of these IDs with them to the polling place. Voters without Photo ID can get one free of charge from their county voter registration office or the Department of Motor Vehicles. Voters who encounter an obstacle to getting a Photo ID should bring their paper voter registration card without a photo with them to their polling place. These voters can then sign an affidavit swearing to their identity and to their obstacle to obtaining a Photo ID and vote a provisional ballot. This ballot will count unless the county board of voter registration and elections has grounds to believe the affidavit is false. For more information on Photo ID, visit scVOTES.gov or contact your county board of voter registration and elections at (864) 898-5948.
At 9:00 a.m. the day before the primaries and at 9:00 a.m. the day before any necessary runoffs, the county board of voter registration and elections will begin its examination of the absentee ballot return envelopes at the Pickens County Administrative Building, 222 McDaniel Ave., B-9, Pickens, SC 29671. PH: 864-898-5948.
At 12:00 p.m. on Thursday, June 11, 2026, the Pickens County Board of Canvassers will hold a hearing to determine the validity of all provisional ballots cast in the primaries. At 12:00 p.m. on Thursday, June 25, the Pickens County Board of Canvassers will hold a hearing to determine the validity of all provisional ballots cast in any necessary runoffs. These hearings will be held in the main conference room at Pickens County Administrative Building, 222 McDaniel Ave., Pickens, SC 29671.
A Hand-Count Audit of the election will begin at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, June 10, 2026, at the Pickens County Voter Registration and Elections Office, 222 McDaniel Ave., B-9, Pickens, SC 29671.
The following precincts and polling places in Liberty City Limits will be open during the primaries and runoffs from 7:00 a.m. until 7:00 p.m. Precincts that have been temporarily relocated to a different polling location have been shown in bold. Polling places are subject to change under certain conditions. Voters can view their sample ballot and check their assigned polling place at https://scVOTES.gov before going to the polls on Election Day.
https://pickensscelections.gov/
Their courage, service, and sacrifice will never be forgotten. As we gather with family and friends, let us take a moment to reflect on the true meaning of this day and remember those who gave everything for our freedom.
We are forever grateful.
Residential Trash Collection Schedule for the week of Memorial Day
Memorial Day …………………………… Monday, May 25, 2026
Monday’s route will be collected on Tuesday
Tuesday’s route will be collected on Wednesday
Wednesday’s route will be collected on Thursday
Thursday’s route will be collected on Friday
Friday’s route will be collected on Saturday
Board of Zoning Appeals Regular Meeting and Public Hearing
Tuesday, May 26th, 2026, 5:30 PM Rosewood Center
1) Opening Comments/Establishment of Quorum
2) December 17th, 2025, Meeting Minutes Review
3) Variance Request:
a. Tractor Supply Company – Sign Regulations
i. Applicant Presentation
ii. Board Discussion
iii. Public Comments
iv. Board Vote
4) Other Business
5) Adjournment
