It has been a privilege serving the residents of Edgefield County on Edgefield County Council since January 2017, having been elected in November 2016 to serve the Merriwether District, District 5.

I am pleased to announce I am running for re-election.

Since my arrival in Edgefield County in 2013 I have openly shared the fact that due to our family history in the county dating back to the 1800’s, I have from a far watched with keen interest the demographics and activity of the entire region since my High School days.  Graduating in 1987 means I have been watching the region for over 30 years, even though I have lived here only five years.

One of the phrases I used numerous times when speaking with people about Edgefield County since arriving here is “a rising tide lifts all boats,” and that, “if we plan for the rising tide, our future potential really is unlimited.”  I still believe that to be the case.

Personally, I believe we are living in one of the most exciting times to be living in the greater CSRA.  The region is experiencing unprecedented growth, which has the potential to impact Edgefield County in amazing and positive ways, if we plan appropriately. 

During the last year, County Council held a listening tour which included meetings in each of our five districts.  We held joint meetings with most of our boards and commissions.  We reworked our Strategic Plan and in 2018 we are already executing activities to prepare a new Comprehensive plan.  As Chairman Dean Campbell mentioned in his annual report, it truly has been a team effort.  To see his report, please click here!

In December of last year, I hosted a seminar for Edgefield County Residents on the impact Fort Gordon is having on our region.  Executive Director Tom Clark of The Fort Gordon Alliance was the speaker.  I would encourage all residents of Edgefield County, indeed the greater CSRA region, to watch that presentation – as it provides great visuals of what is transpiring in our region. 

In closing, since my arrival in Edgefield County in 2013, I served close to two years on the Tax Appeals Board.  I served over a year and a half on the Edgefield County Hospital Board, where I still serve as County Council Liaison, since my being sworn in to County Council in January 2017.  I am proud of what our team has accomplished and I desire to continue serving the residents of Merriwether and Edgefield County.

If you would like to be on my e-mail distribution for County Council, please feel free to e-mail me at Scott@HScottCooper.com or call me at 803-293-5087.