Dillon County

Druscilla Blakely, Clerk To Council
Dillon County Administration
109 S 3rd Avenue
P.O Box 449
Dillon, SC 29536

Phone: (843) 774-1401
Fax: (843) 774-1443
Email: dblakely@dilloncountysc.org 

Roles & Responsibilities

The Clerk To Council is responsible for documenting, recording, and interpreting the actions of the elected Dillon County Council and Administration. The position reports directly to the County Council and oversees all meetings and official activities of the County Council and is responsible for proper records management of Council.

The Clerk To Council serves as a link between the legislative and administrative areas of County government. Under state law, the Clerk is responsible for the proper recording and filing of all ordinances, resolutions, petitions, and other legal documents.

The duties and responsibilities of the Clerk To Council’s Office involve extensive coordination and interaction with:

• County Council
• County Boards and Commissions
• County Committees
• County Administration & Departments
• Citizens of Dillon County

The primary and most important role of the Clerk To Council is proper management of official County Council meetings and records management. The Clerk is also responsible for accurate recording of all meetings and proper management and updating of County codes and ordinances. In addition, the Clerk is responsible for:

• Prepares agendas and records proceedings of City Council and numerous City Boards, Commissions and Committees and attests to all documents issued by the County;
• Produces County Council records in court litigation;
• Receives claims against the County;
• Serves as the custodian of all County records and the County Seal

Serving On County Boards, Commissions, or Committees
Dillon County Council has several boards, commissions, and committees that have been setup to assist Council and staff with providing quality programs and services to County residents. All of these appointments are voted on and approved by Council as a whole.   Many of the Board, Commission and Committee seats are appointed by each of the 7 County Council members so that there is representation from all 7 Districts.  

Residents are urged to get involved and provide their experience and expertise by applying for and serving on one of these committees, boards, or commissions. If you have interest in serving, contact your County Council member or the Clerk To Council.

Regularly Scheduled County Council Meetings

The Dillon County Council meets on the 4th Wednesday of each month beginning at 6 p.m. unless otherwise changed due to Holidays. Special called meetings may be held with proper public notice and those meetings will be posted at the County Administration Building and online on the County website.  All meetings, unless specified otherwise are held at: 

Dillon County Administration Building
109 3rd Avenue
Dillon, SC 29536

 If you have questions or need additional information about County Council meetings, please contact::

Druscilla Blakely, Clerk To Council
Dillon County Administration
109 South 3rd Avenue
P.O Box 449
Dillon, SC 29536

Phone: (843) 774-1401
Fax: (843) 774-1443
Email: dblakely@dilloncountysc.org

Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Requests
Citizens who wish to obtain information and official records from Dillon County Government can file a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Request.  Under South Carolina Law, government agencies are required to provide requested information under the terms of the law.

The Clerk To Council is the governmental office holder who receives FOIA requests and who works with Council, the County Administrator, and the appropriate department heads and staff to provide the requested documents in a timely manner.  You can learn more about Dillon County’s FOIA Policy, SC FOIA Law, and resources by viewing or downloading the following documents and websites:

• Dillon County FOIA Policy

The following form can be used by citizens to make a FOIA request:

• Dillon County FOIA Request Form

All FOIA requests must be signed and dated and submitted to the Clerk To Council in person by visiting the County Administration Building or by USPS return receipt mail.  Requests sent by fax or email or those that are not signed and dated will not be accepted.   

If you have questions about the County FOIA policy, please contact:

Druscilla Blakely, Clerk To Council
Dillon County Administration

109 South 3rd Avenue
P.O Box 449
Dillon, SC 29536

Phone: (843) 774-1401
Fax: (843) 774-1443
Email: dblakely@dilloncountysc.org

Requests To Address County Council
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 Chairman of County Council to place such matter on the agenda for the meeting at least seven (7) days prior to the date set for such meeting. The request shall specifically state the reason for the appearance.

The written request should be hand-delivered, mailed, or faxed to:

Druscilla Blakely, Clerk To Council
Dillon County Administration
109 South 3rd Avenue
P.O Box 449
Dillon, SC 29536

Phone: (843) 774-1401
Fax: (843) 774-1443
Email: dblakely@dilloncountysc.org

Requests To Use County Facilities Or Grounds
Any person or organization wishing to use the Courthouse grounds, or any park or County facility must fill out one of the following forms and return it to the Clerk To Council.

• Application To Request Use Of Dillon County Courthouse Grounds
• Application To Request Use Of Dillon County Park Grounds Or Facilities

The application once completed can be sent by email, fax, USPS mail, or dropped off in person to: 

Druscilla Blakely, Clerk To Council
Dillon County Administration
109 South 3rd Avenue
P.O Box 449
Dillon, SC 29536

Phone: (843) 774-1401
Fax: (843) 774-1443
Email: dblakely@dilloncountysc.org

Forms & Applications

• Dillon County Freedom of Information Act Request Form
  
• Dillon County FOIA Policy
• Citizen’s Guide to South Carolina FOIA
• Application For Use Of Courthouse Grounds
• Park Permit Request Form

  Druscilla Blakely, Clerk To Council
Dillon County Administration
109 S 3rd Avenue
P.O Box 449
Dillon, SC 29536

Phone: (843) 774-1401
Fax: (843) 774-1443
Email: dblakely@dilloncountysc.org

County Council Meetings
Dillon County Council meets on the 4th Wednesday of each month beginning at 5 p.m. unless otherwise changed due to holidays. From time to time, Council approves a special called meeting. All special called meetings will be advertised in the local press and will also be posted on the County website and at the County Administration Building and Council Chambers.

2024 Dillon County Council Regular Called Meeting Schedule
Council Meets 4th Wednesday at 5 p.m.

Wednesday, January 24, 2024
Wednesday, February 28, 2024
Wednesday, March 27, 2024
Wednesday, April 24, 2024
Wednesday, May 22, 2024
Wednesday, June 26, 2024
Wednesday, July 24, 2024
Wednesday, August 28, 2024
Wednesday, September 25, 2024
Wednesday, October 23, 2024
Wednesday, November 20, 2024
Wednesday, December 18, 2024

County Council Meeting Place
County Council holds all meetings unless specified otherwise at the Dillon County Administration Building, Council Chambers, 109 S 3rd Avenue, Dillon, SC 29536

Requests To Address County Council
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 Chairman of County Council to place such matter on the agenda for the meeting at least seven (7) days prior to the date set for such meeting. The request shall specifically state the reason for the appearance.

The written request should be sent by USPS mail, hand delivered, or faxed to the Clerk to County Council. To make a request or for more information contact:

Druscilla Blakely, Clerk to Council
109 S 3rd Avenue
P.O Box 449
Dillon, SC 29536

Phone: (843) 774-1401
Fax: (843) 774-1443
Email: dblakely@dilloncountysc.org

2024 Council Agendas & Minutes

     February 6, 2024      Agenda  Minutes

2023 Council Agendas & Minutes

2022 Council Agendas & Minutes

 For agendas and minutes prior to 2022 you can click on the link below and go to the Dillon County Council Agendas & Minutes Archive Page.

• Agendas and Minutes Archive

The Dillon County Council has the power to create Boards and Commissions that assist the Council and staff with work important to the citizens of Dillon County.  Dillon County Council appoints members of each Board or Commission. Many Boards, Commissions, or Committees are created so that each of the 7 Council members appoint a member so that each of the 7 Districts of the County are represented.  Each Board, Commission, or Committee has its own mission, rules, and regulations as set and approved by County Council.  

The current Boards & Commission are:

• Dillon County Airport Commission
• Dillon County Library Board of Trustees
• Dillon County Planning Commission
• Dillon County Zoning Board of Appeals
• Dillon County Public-Private Economic Development Partnership Board
• Dillon County Transportation Committee
• Dillon County Conversation District

Interested In Serving On A County Board, Commission or Committee?
Any citizen of Dillon County can request and apply to serve on any of the Boards, Commissions, or Committees.  County Council has final say on those selected for each vacancy, but all applications will be reviewed and considered. If interested in serving on one of the Dillon County Boards, Commissions, or Committees contact your Council member or the Clerk To Council at:

Druscilla Blakely, Clerk To Council
Dillon County Administration
109 S 3rd Avenue
P.O Box 449
Dillon, SC 29536

Phone: (843) 774-1401
Fax: (843) 774-1443
Email: dblakely@dilloncountysc.org

County Council Member Contact Information