Clerk To Council

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 the 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 works with Council, the County Administrator, and the appropriate department heads and staff to provide the requested documents promptly.  You can learn more about Dillon County’s FOIA Policy, SC FOIA Law, and resources by viewing or downloading the following documents and websites:
 
Citizens can use the following form to make a FOIA request:
 
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 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 the 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 before 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, a park, or a County facility must fill out one of the following forms and return it to the Clerk to Council.
 

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