New infrastructure coming to Georgetown County after referendum passed

GEORGETOWN COUNTY, S.C. (WCBD)–Changes are underway in the historic waterfront district as leaders will begin building a new emergency service building and improving infrastructure across the county.

“We’re very excited about the passing of the Capital Project Sales Tax. There are so many incredible projects that will be approached and be able to be completed with the funding,” said Beth Stedman, a Georgetown County Resident.

Twenty-two items are on the Capital Projects List, and most of the plans include improving water and sewer lines, adding recreational facilities, widening roads for emergency access, improving drainage infrastructure, and building two new emergency facilities. 

The projects will cost roughly 73 million dollars, and leaders said most of the revenue will come from tourists who visit the area, but residents will feel the benefits.

“Visitors are going to be spending more when visiting the area and hopefully a little bit less burden on county residents,” said Jackie Broach, the public information officer for Georgetown County. 

A total of 17,476 people were in favor of the referendum, and 16,772 were opposed to the item. Residents told News 2 they’re excited to see how the projects will improve everyone’s lives and shape the future of Georgetown County.

“Not only are we looking at things that we will enjoy for the next few years, but we will also help build a path forward for our future.”

Officials said they hope to start breaking ground on the leading five projects by late spring of 2025.