Tim Wyatt details York County AI use cases and seeks FY27 IT budget increases Tim Wyatt, the county IT lead, told the Board of Supervisors about AI projects—from chatbots to sewer‑footage analysis—requested two IT hires and described an approximately $500,000 net increase in the IT budget driven largely by software price hikes and vendor changes.

York County is revolutionizing public services with AI technologies, from 24/7 chatbots to drone-assisted sewer inspections, but they need your support for a crucial budget increase to make it happen!

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Tim Wyatt presents AI use cases and frames IT budget increases, requests two IT hires At a March 26 York County work session, Tim Wyatt detailed five county AI projects, the need for guardrails and human review of AI outputs, and requested two IT hires plus three IT enhancements as part of next year's budget, citing rising software license costs as the primary driver of an $800,000 increase in IT spending.

York County is harnessing the power of AI to boost productivity and improve citizen services, but with rising costs and a need for new hires, can they keep pace with the demand?

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Project staff say geothermal retrofit and design changes cut Tab High construction estimate to $34.77 million; building will be solar-ready Project staff reported that switching to a geothermal system and other design optimizations reduced Tab High School’s construction-only estimate from about $40.78 million at 35% design to $34.77 million at 65% design, and said the building will be outfitted to support future solar panels though funding for panels is not in the budget.

Tab High School's renovation costs have been slashed to $34.77 million thanks to a smart switch to geothermal energy, setting the stage for a more sustainable future.

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Colonial Behavioral Health tells York County supervisors it is expanding crisis and front‑door services; asks for clearer community referral data Colonial Behavioral Health briefed the York County Board of Supervisors on March 3, 2026, describing a $25.5 million budget, expanded mobile crisis and front‑door services and workforce constraints; the board requested detailed call‑volume and service‑type data for follow‑up.

Colonial Behavioral Health is set to double the number of people served this year while tackling workforce shortages and expanding crisis services in York County.

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York County supervisors debate impacts of pending state housing, bargaining and cannabis bills and direct staff to draft resolutions Board members debated fiscal impacts of several pending state bills (including SB 454 on multifamily by‑right and collective bargaining proposals) and the chair directed staff to draft three resolutions for the March 17 meeting opposing aspects the board views as unfunded mandates.

York County supervisors are raising alarms over state bills that could dramatically reshape local zoning and elevate taxes without funding.

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York County approves first reading of development agreement with Clover School District for two new schools Council gave first reading approval to an ordinance authorizing a development agreement and related bond with Clover School District to build two new schools and mitigate traffic impacts on a 172.42-acre site; staff and council praised interagency coordination and advanced the development agreement to the next stage.

York County Council has taken a significant step forward by approving a development agreement with Clover School District to construct two new schools on a sprawling 172.42-acre site.

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York County Council approves two rezones, denies one after public testimony Council approved first-reading rezones for a Highway 160 parcel and a 7-acre Old York Road commercial site, and denied a Saluda Road neighborhood-commercial rezoning after neighbor opposition and concerns about plan consistency; the denial passed 5–2.

York County Council's recent rezoning decisions have sparked lively debates, with one neighborhood proposal facing strong opposition while two others received the green light!

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Residents urge pause on Silfab, QTS projects, citing health, zoning and transparency concerns Dozens of York County residents told the council their neighborhoods are threatened by a Silfab solar manufacturing plant and an expanding QTS data center, citing health risks, noisy construction, alleged permitting inconsistencies and a lack of transparency; speakers asked for independent health studies and stricter zoning enforcement.

Residents are raising alarms over new industrial projects in York County, fearing for their health and the safety of children in nearby schools.

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York County council directs management to enforce SCDES, EPA orders after Silfab matter At a March 6 special-called meeting, the York County Council voted to direct county management and legal to use the county’s authority — including emergency ordinance powers and cease-and-desist directives — to ensure compliance with SCDES and EPA requirements and to compile a public timeline of events.

York County Council takes decisive action to enforce SCDES and EPA compliance, sparking a debate over transparency and public safety following a controversial incident with Silfab.

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The strange tower of Codorus Furnace dating back to 1756, once owned by James Smith of York, a signer of the Declaration of Independence. Cannon balls were cast in the original furnace during the Revolutionary War and the War of 1812. until it ceased operation in 1850. At the base of a valley of tall, leafless trees awaiting Spring, with moss and lichen on its square base. The last piles of the past month's snow clinging to its front. Above the square base, a stone circular tower rises, before giving way to a small square brick top, offset to the front of the tower below.

Beneath blue skies, deep in the woods and the valley of Codorus Creek, a strange stone stalwart retains the last pocket of the last month's snow. Codorus Furnace, a remnant of York County's past iron working industry dating back to 1765.

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This #scarce 1985 #history of the #Nackawic, #NewBrunswick area is back in stock. #Illustrated with #B&W #photos and #maps. Lots of family info for folks with roots in the area. $35. #Booksky #LocalHistory #YorkCounty #genealogy

Neighbors cite power, water, noise and trust issues as QTS data center expands Residents raised wide-ranging concerns about QTS data center expansion — including noise, power demand, water use, environmental impacts and alleged misleading public statements about future buildout — and urged the council to re-evaluate siting and protections for nearby neighborhoods.

Residents in York County are sounding the alarm over the expansion of the QTS data center, fearing noise, water depletion, and environmental harm—will the council listen?

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Residents press York County on Silfab permits and Zoning; BZA ruling, litigation cited Multiple residents urged the council to address concerns about Silfab’s solar cell manufacturing permits, citing a BZA ruling they say bars such operations in light industrial zones and alleging the county continues to issue permits despite litigation and health-safety questions.

Residents in Fort Mill are raising serious concerns over Silfab's solar cell permits, questioning public health and zoning laws amidst ongoing litigation.

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Elliott Davis issues unmodified audit opinion; York County shows stronger reserves and no findings Auditors from Elliott Davis delivered an unmodified opinion on York County’s FY2025 financial statements, reporting increased fund balances, reduced long-term debt and no audit findings; county staff and departing CFO Kevin Madden said the results reflect conservative budgeting and strong controls.

York County just received an unmodified audit opinion, showcasing record financial strength with over $132 million in reserves and zero findings!

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Commission approves development-agreement change to allow Duke Energy substation in Allison Creek PD The Planning Commission approved a third modification to the Allison Creek planned development agreement to permit a major utility (electrical substation) on a 10-acre parcel in Pod 1; staff said Duke Energy purchased the parcel and identified the need to serve the surrounding community.

York County is set to welcome a new Duke Energy substation, aimed at enhancing power supply for local communities—what does this mean for the future of Allison Creek?

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Council approves assignment of River Hills Rescue EMS to AMISUB; Piedmont and River Hills support transfer York County Council unanimously approved third reading of an ordinance assigning River Hills Rescue assets and authorizing an emergency system participation agreement with AMISUB; River Hills leaders and Piedmont Medical Center described the transfer as a means to sustain local EMS service.

York County Council has taken a significant step to ensure the future of local EMS services by approving the transfer of River Hills Rescue to AMISUB, aiming to bolster support for the Lake Wylie community.

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York supervisors warn state housing bills could force by‑right density, ask staff to study impact fees Supervisors debated recent state bills (HB 804, HB 816, SB 488), saying the measures could reduce local control over zoning and require costly infrastructure; the board asked staff to study development‑impact fees for high‑density projects.

York County supervisors are raising alarms over state housing bills that could strip local zoning authority and lead to costly infrastructure demands from high-density developments.

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Williamsburg Area Transit Authority pitches faster, more convenient service; new transfer center due this summer WATA told the York County Board of Supervisors it has recovered pre‑COVID ridership, plans frequency increases on key routes, is adding six buses this spring, and will open the WATA North Transit Center off Mooretown Road with a summer ribbon cutting.

WATA is not only surpassing pre-pandemic ridership but is also set to unveil a state-of-the-art transit center this summer, promising faster and more convenient service for all!

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Residents urge York County Council to pause Silfab permits amid zoning litigation Multiple residents told York County Council on Feb. 2 that permits and certificates of occupancy for the Silfab project should be paused until zoning litigation is resolved, citing an alleged Board of Zoning Appeals ruling, potential chemical hazards near schools, and inconsistent county statements about whether zoning was approved.

Residents are rallying for York County Council to halt Silfab permits over serious safety concerns and zoning disputes, demanding accountability and transparency.

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York County committee reviews draft EMS franchise ordinance to standardize ambulance oversight Committee reviewed a draft ordinance that would require county-issued franchises for all emergency transport providers, create oversight and a clinical quality-review body, and allow conditional six-month transition periods for existing providers before three-year franchise terms.

York County is taking a giant leap towards enhancing emergency medical services with a new ordinance aimed at standardizing ambulance oversight and ensuring accountability across all providers.

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Residents urge York County Council to pause Silfab permits, allege zoning and state-law violations Dozens of residents told the York County Council on Jan. 20 that permits for the Silfab/QTS data-center project were issued without required zoning compliance and state approvals, and urged the council to pause permits while investigations proceed.

York County residents are raising alarms over alleged zoning violations tied to the Silfab data-center project, demanding a halt to permits amid serious health and environmental concerns.

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York County presents draft 2026 legislative priorities, seeks $28 million Moss Justice Center funding and infrastructure matches York County officials presented a draft legislative agenda calling for matching state funds for a $28 million Moss Justice Center renovation, eastern-side water and sewer investments, parks connectivity funding and statutory changes on annexation and impact fees; council members urged staff to prepare ready-to-file language and meet delegation timelines.

York County is pushing for a $28 million renovation of the Moss Justice Center, alongside vital infrastructure upgrades—will state lawmakers respond to their call for support?

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York County reviews 2026 legislative agenda, seeks state backing for Moss Justice Center, utilities and parks York County staff presented a draft 2026 legislative agenda urging state support for a roughly $28 million Moss Justice Center renovation, targeted eastern‑side utility upgrades after repeated water‑main breaks, and parks investments including Catawba Bend trail work and additional funds for Worth Mountain. Council members pressed for specific statutory language on impact fees and annexation before the delegation convenes.

York County is pushing for a $28 million renovation of the Moss Justice Center, vital infrastructure upgrades, and exciting parks projects—are we ready for the future?

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#ICE-WATCH, #Maine #YorkCounty #CumberlandCounty: Large caravan of what appears to be ICE heading north on the turnpike through SACO, Maine Friday evening around 7pm

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Buxton, ME *MOTOR VEHICLE ACCIDENT* Long Plains Rd & Parker Farm Rd, Buxton, ME 04093, USA - two vehicles everyone appears out of the vehicle - 1/10/2026 19:43:05

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South Berwick, ME *TRAUMATIC INJURY* WITHHELD South Berwick, ME 03908, USA - Male cut his hand with a table saw - 1/11/2026 10:57:06

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Residents cite USC health modeling and urge York County to pause SILFAB permits; council asks legal staff to review Residents presented a University of South Carolina health risk assessment modeling rapid, life‑threatening exposures from chemicals proposed at the SILFAB facility and urged council use its police‑power authority to act. Council asked county legal staff to review the study and the attorney general opinion and report back.

Residents are sounding the alarm over a proposed facility in York County, revealing health modeling that suggests toxic clouds could threaten nearby schools within minutes.

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York County meeting draws extended public comment criticizing immigration policy and national leaders During public comment at the Jan. 7 York County commissioners meeting, Miss Hudson Pope of the city of York criticized immigration and national political leaders, made claims about deportations and elections, and raised concerns about transgender athletes; the board issued a 30-second warning but did not respond in the transcript.

At a recent York County commissioners meeting, Miss Hudson Pope unleashed a fiery critique on immigration policy, leaving attendees stunned and sparking heated debates on national politics and transgender athletes.

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