Recent News
Act No. 163 of 2020 added a new required element to county comprehensive plans. The new resiliency element requires jurisdictions to consider the potential impacts of flooding or other natural hazards on citizens and the community. This element should be considered in coordination with the relevant jurisdictions adjacent to the county (i.e., municipalities and SPDs.) Counties should begin examining the flood potential or natural hazards and must incorporate resiliency planning in the next 5- or 10-year comprehensive plan review. A... Read more
SCAC is now distributing Friday Reports, Legislative Alerts, and conference registration information digitally through social media, Constant Contact emails, and on its website. Paper copies will no longer be mailed. As local leaders, SCAC wants to make sure all county officials and staff members continue to receive critical legislative and conference information.... Read more
For information on the NACo student art competition, the NACo/SCAC distribution of US flag retirement boxes, and the 2021 J. Mitchell Graham and Barrett Lawrimore Memorial Awards, and more, check out the new edition of the Carolina Counties newsletter.Read more