Should any person, group, or organization request to be heard upon any matter at a regular or special meeting of Council, such person,
group, or organization shall submit a written request to the Chair of County Council to place such matter on the agenda for the meeting
at least thirteen (13) days prior to the date set for such meeting. The request shall specifically state the reason for the appearance.
In addition, any two (2) members of Council may petition the Chair for persons, groups, or organizations to appear before Council.
Any person, group or organization requesting to be heard after an initial appearance on the same issue/topic may appear at the discretion of the Chairman of County Council.
Any person, group or organization, when about to speak, shall address himself to the Chair and, in speaking, shall avoid disrespect of the County or any member of the Council
or any employee of the County; and shall confine himself to the topic of the request to appear.
No matter shall be entered on the agenda or heard by the Council unless it is within the Council's authority or jurisdiction.
Appearances Before Council are limited to three (3) to five (5) minutes.
Written requests should be addressed to the Clerk to County Council, 180 N. Irby St., MSC-G, Florence, SC 29501. The request can also be
emailed
to the Clerk or faxed to (843) 665-3042.
Commitment to Accessibility: Florence County is committed to ensuring accessibility for all users, including those with disabilities. We strive to provide an inclusive and accessible experience for everyone who visits our website.
Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG): Our website aims to adhere to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA standards to ensure that our digital content is accessible to all users. We continuously work to improve our website's accessibility and usability in accordance with these guidelines.
Accessible Features: We have implemented various accessibility features on our website, including but not limited to:
Alternative text for images
Keyboard navigation support
Clear and consistent navigation
Descriptive links and headings
Accessible forms and controls
Feedback and Support: We welcome feedback from users on the accessibility of our website. If you encounter any accessibility barriers or have suggestions for improvement, please contact our webmaster. Our team is committed to addressing accessibility issues promptly.
Third-Party Content: While we strive to ensure accessibility on our website, some third-party content or features may not be fully accessible. We encourage users to report any accessibility concerns related to third-party content to us.
Continuous Improvement: Florence County is dedicated to ongoing efforts to enhance accessibility. We regularly review our website's accessibility features and content to identify areas for improvement and ensure compliance with accessibility standards.
Policy Updates: These accessibility terms and conditions may be updated periodically to reflect changes in our accessibility efforts or compliance requirements. Users are encouraged to review this statement regularly for any updates.
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