Heroic Citizens Honored for Saving Life from Car Fire

During a recent city council meeting, Tega Cay officials discussed key budgetary matters and recognized local heroes for their bravery.

City Manager Charlie addressed discrepancies in the budget figures presented, particularly in the expense page related to courts and public parks. He assured council members that the overall fiscal year numbers were accurate, attributing the errors to a copying issue from Excel to PowerPoint.

Chief Hasty took the floor to commend three citizens—Mike Signorelli, Glenn Turner, and Brandon Barnes—who intervened during a car fire on July 6, saving a trapped individual. Their courageous actions were publicly acknowledged, highlighting the importance of community involvement in emergency situations.

Chief Crosby followed with an update on DUI enforcement efforts, announcing that Sergeant Josh Bollin was recognized as Officer of the Year by the South Carolina Department of Public Safety. Despite facing significant injuries last year, Bollin led the department in DUI arrests, contributing to a 71% increase in enforcement actions. The Tega Cay Police Department was also honored as Agency of the Year for its commitment to traffic safety.

The council moved on to administrative matters, approving minutes from previous meetings unanimously. They discussed the Marina Overlay District, encouraging public participation in a survey, and addressed an ordinance to update towing fees to align with regional standards.

In new business, the council introduced the fiscal year 2024-2025 budget ordinance, marking the 15th consecutive year without a millage rate increase. Council members expressed gratitude for the extensive efforts of city staff in preparing the budget, particularly in light of rising insurance costs. The meeting concluded with a commitment to continue reviewing discretionary spending to identify potential cuts.