Dillon County

Cliff Arnette, Director
205 W Howard St Suite 1
P.O. Box 1026
Dillon, SC  29536

Phone:  843-774-1414
Fax:  843-774-1442
Email: eocdisasterprep@dilloncountysc.org

Hours of Operation:  8:30 am-5:00 pm (Monday-Friday)

Department Responsibilities
This section of the website is devoted to emergency management news and guidance in the event of an emergency. We will also broadcast updates during an emergency over the County’s website home page, the County YouTube channel and social media as well as all other media outlets.

Department Responsibilities
The agency is responsible for coordination and operation of a county-wide multi-hazard disaster preparedness program. This includes:

• All Hazards Planning-Natural and Technological
• Hazard Mitigation
• Preparedness, Response and Recovery from disasters
• Coordination of the Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) which is tasked with emergency planning in order to prepare and respond to chemical emergencies
• Emergency Operations Center (EOC) operation during activation, training, drills and exercises
• Provide information to the general public on disaster preparedness

In the event of a disaster or major disruptive event, Dillon County residents should have their own plans and make certain all family members are aware of how best to respond in an emergency.  Some of the County’s assistance and advice includes:

Receive emergency notifications
The County will provide information to citizens via several media outlets and online resources in the event of a disaster or major disruptive event.   The County will provide information to the public via normal media outlets such as TV and radio but also via the internet and social media.

Emergency supply list
Prepare yourself, your family, your home and your pets for disaster by checking off the items on this FEMA-approved emergency supply list that can help keep everyone dry, hydrated, fed and safe.

• FEMA Emergency Supply List

Emergency preparedness kit
Once you’ve compiled the items for your emergency supply kit, learn how best to store them and where to keep them so they are easily accessible during a disaster situation.  The following website provides great information on different emergency preparedness kits and plans.

• Emergency Preparedness Kits & Plans

Family disaster plan
Having a plan in place can help families stay connected, organized and safe during a disaster. The American Red Cross suggests families use this family disaster plan to keep informed, keep safe and keep together.

• American Red Cross Family Disaster Plan Information

Power outages

Report a power outage directly to your utility provider:

• Duke Energy
  • Emergency Outage Information
  • Duke Energy Emergency Preparedness & Safety
• Marlboro Electric Cooperative
  • Outage Center
  • Marlboro Electric Cooperative Emergency Checklist
• Pee Dee Electric Cooperative
  • Outages
  • Pee Dee Electric Storm Safety Tips

Downed limbs and debrisTo report downed limbs and debris blocking roadways, call Dillon County’s Roads & Bridges Department at  (843) 841-7382

Disaster Resources

• Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
• FEMA Disaster Assistance – South Carolina
• South Carolina Emergency Management Division
• SC DOT Storm Resources
• Dillon County Government
• Red Cross
• Enviromental Review
• National Hurricane Center

State Disaster Information Resources

• State of South Carolina Office Closings
• Report Power Outages
• Road Conditions
• Insurance Information
• Business Reentry
• Hotel Information
• School Closings
• Emergency Shelters
• DHEC Information
• Traffic Information
• GIS Online Tool

County Preparedness Publications

• Dillon County 2017 2017 Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Dillon County 2012 Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Basic Emergency Operations Plan

  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