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ColumbiaSC averageUS Census ACS
Typical home value $230,191 +1.2% yr/yr · +29.8% 5-yr
Home-value trend 2000–2026 (Zillow ZHVI)
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Who’s on the City Council
- Pro — Mayor
Municipal budget
Total revenue$491.3M (FY2023)
Total spending$429.4M (FY2023)
Taxes$114.7M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$932.9M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$3,122 (FY2023)
Development activity
Housing units permitted — US Census Building Permits Survey
20251,956 housing units ($336.6M)
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Thu Oct 8, 2026 · 16:00
Planning Commission
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Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 11:00
Economic Development and Infrastructure Committee
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Tue Nov 10, 2026 · 11:00
Economic Development and Infrastructure Committee
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Thu Nov 12, 2026 · 16:00
Planning Commission
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Tue Dec 8, 2026 · 11:00
Economic Development and Infrastructure Committee
City Hall, Columbia
Tue Dec 8, 2026 · 11:00
Economic Development and Infrastructure Committee
City Hall, Columbia
Thu Dec 10, 2026 · 16:00
Planning Commission
City Hall, Columbia
Tue Jan 12, 2027 · 11:00
Economic Development and Infrastructure Committee
City Hall, Columbia
Tue Jan 12, 2027 · 11:00
Economic Development and Infrastructure Committee
City Hall, Columbia
Thu Jan 14, 2027 · 16:00
Planning Commission
City Hall, Columbia
Tue Feb 9, 2027 · 11:00
Economic Development and Infrastructure Committee
City Hall, Columbia
Tue Feb 9, 2027 · 11:00
Economic Development and Infrastructure Committee
City Hall, Columbia
Thu Feb 11, 2027 · 16:00
Planning Commission
City Hall, Columbia
Tue Mar 9, 2027 · 11:00
Economic Development and Infrastructure Committee
City Hall, Columbia
Thu Mar 11, 2027 · 16:00
Planning Commission
City Hall, Columbia
Thu Apr 8, 2027 · 16:00
Planning Commission
City Hall, Columbia
Tue Apr 13, 2027 · 11:00
Economic Development and Infrastructure Committee
City Hall, Columbia
Tue May 11, 2027 · 11:00
Economic Development and Infrastructure Committee
City Hall, Columbia
Thu May 13, 2027 · 16:00
Planning Commission
City Hall, Columbia
Tue Jun 8, 2027 · 11:00
Economic Development and Infrastructure Committee
City Hall, Columbia
Thu Jun 10, 2027 · 16:00
Planning Commission
City Hall, Columbia
Thu Jul 8, 2027 · 16:00
Planning Commission
City Hall, Columbia
Tue Jul 13, 2027 · 11:00
Economic Development and Infrastructure Committee
City Hall, Columbia
Tue Aug 10, 2027 · 11:00
Economic Development and Infrastructure Committee
City Hall, Columbia
Recent meetings
Tue Sep 22, 2026 · 10:00
City Council Standing Committee
Committee to discuss proposed flag policy
The Administrative Policy Committee is meeting to approve minutes from its August 25, 2026 meeting and to discuss a proposed flag policy. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Approval of August 25, 2026 meeting minutes
- Discussion of proposed flag policy
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Administrative Policy Committee Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at 10:00 AM
City Hall • Mayor's Conference Room
1737 Main Street, 2nd Floor, Columbia, SC 29201
City Clerk’s Office: (803)545-3045 or [email protected]
The Honorable Edward H. McDowell, Jr., District II, Chair
The Honorable Peter M. Brown, District IV • The Honorable Sam P. Johnson, At-Large
Call to Order
Approval of Minutes
1.
August 25, 2026 Administrative Policy Committee Meeting Minutes
Committee Discussion
2.
Proposed Flag Policy
Adjournment
Tue Sep 22, 2026 · 13:00
Health Social and Environmental Affairs Committee
Committee to hear canal recovery, ABLE SC, climate panel bylaw updates
The Health, Social, and Environmental Affairs Committee will meet to approve prior minutes and hear three presentations: an update on ABLE SC, a recovery update on the Columbia Canal, and proposed bylaw revisions for the Climate Protection Action Committee. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda; the items are informational presentations.
- Approval of August 25, 2026 meeting minutes
- ABLE SC update by CEO Kimberly Trescott
- Columbia Canal recovery update by Gregory Tucker
- Proposed bylaw revisions for Climate Protection Action Committee
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Health Social and Environmental Affairs Committee Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at 1:00 PM
City Hall • Mayor's Conference Room
1737 Main Street, 2nd Floor, Columbia, SC 29201
City Clerk’s Office: (803)545-3045 or [email protected]
The Honorable Sam P. Johnson, At-Large, Chair
The Honorable Edward H. McDowell Jr., District II • The Honorable Tyler D. Bailey, At-Large
Call to Order
Approval of Minutes
1.
August 25, 2026 Health, Social, and Environmental Affairs Committee Meeting
Minutes
Presentations
2.
ABLE SC Update — Ms. Kimberly Trescott, President and Chief Executive Officer
3.
Columbia Canal Recovery Update — Mr. Gregory Tucker, Special Projects
Administrator
4.
Proposed By-Laws Revisions for the Climate Protection Action Committee — Ms.
Mary Pat Baldauf, Sustainability Facilitator
Adjournment
Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 13:00
General
Committee to discuss municipal court judge employment in closed session
The Municipal Court Advisory Committee is meeting to approve minutes from its September 8 session and then enter an executive session to discuss the employment of municipal court judges. The agenda is largely procedural, with the only substantive item being the closed-door personnel discussion.
- Approval of September 8, 2026 meeting minutes
- Executive session to discuss employment of Municipal Court Judges under S.C. Code §30-4-70(a)(1)
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Municipal Court Advisory Committee Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at 1:00 PM
City Hall • Mayor's Conference Room
1737 Main Street, 2nd Floor, Columbia, SC 29201
City Clerk’s Office: (803)545-3045 or [email protected]
The Honorable Tina N. Herbert, District I, Chair
The Honorable Tyler D. Bailey, At-Large • The Honorable Sam P. Johnson, At-Large
Call to Order
Approval of Minutes
1.
September 8, 2026 Municipal Court Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes
Executive Session
2.
Discussion of the employment of an employee pursuant to S.C. Code §30-4-
70(a)(1)
• Municipal Court Judges
Adjournment
Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 15:30
General
Council to hold closed session on 911 contract, court move, lawsuit
This is a work session agenda consisting entirely of an executive (closed) session. The council will discuss negotiations for a 911 communications agreement, receive legal advice on relocating Municipal Court, and receive legal advice on a pending lawsuit. No public votes or decisions are listed on the open agenda.
- Executive session discussion of CRC 911 Communications Agreement negotiations
- Legal advice on relocation of Municipal Court
- Legal advice on pending claim: Betsy Newman, et al v. City of Columbia Board of Zoning Appeals
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Columbia City Council Work Session Agenda
Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at 3:30 PM
City Hall • Mayor's Conference Room
1737 Main Street, 2nd Floor, Columbia, SC 29201
City Clerk’s Office: (803)545-3045 or [email protected]
The Honorable Daniel J. Rickenmann, Mayor
The Honorable Edward H. McDowell, Jr. • The Honorable William Brennan
The Honorable Tina N. Herbert, Mayor Pro-Tempore • The Honorable Peter M. Brown
The Honorable Tyler D. Bailey • The Honorable Sam P. Johnson
Call to Order
Invocation
Adoption of the Agenda
Executive Session
1.
Discussion of negotiations incident to proposed contractual arrangements pursuant
to S. C. Code §30-4-70(a)(2)
• CRC 911 Communications Agreement
2.
Receipt of legal advice relating to matters covered by attorney-client privilege
pursuant to S.C. Code §30-4-70(a)(2)
• Relocation of Municipal Court
3.
Receipt of legal advice relating to a pending, threatened or potential claim pursuant
to S.C. Code §30-4-70(a)(2)
• Betsy Newman, et al v. City of Columbia Board of Zoning Appeals
Adjournment
Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 16:00
City Council
Council to vote on $15M equipment lease, zoning changes, and police vehicle purchases
The Columbia City Council is meeting to consider a consent agenda with multiple contracts, including a $15 million equipment lease, police vehicle purchases, and several water infrastructure projects. They will also hold public hearings and first readings on zoning changes for properties on Washington Street, Richland Street, and North Main Street, as well as second readings on annexations. The agenda includes several proclamations and recognitions.
- Equipment lease purchase agreement up to $15,000,000 (Ordinance 2026-079)
- Purchase of 30 police patrol Tahoes and upfittings for $2,170,098.30 (Hendrix Chevrolet)
- Purchase of radios for 30 police Tahoes for $267,150.31 (Motorola Solutions)
- Zoning map amendment for 2359 Washington Street to add Historic Preservation Overlay (Ordinance 2026-085)
- Annexation and zoning for 651 Blue Ridge Terrace and surrounding properties (Ordinance 2026-037)
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Columbia City Council Regular Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at 4:00 PM
City Hall • Council Chambers
1737 Main Street, 3rd Floor, Columbia, SC 29201
City Clerk’s Office: (803)545-3045 or [email protected]
The Honorable Daniel J. Rickenmann, Mayor
The Honorable Edward H. McDowell, Jr. • The Honorable William Brennan
The Honorable Tina N. Herbert, Mayor Pro-Tempore • The Honorable Peter M. Brown
The Honorable Tyler D. Bailey • The Honorable Sam P. Johnson
Call to Order
Invocation
Pledge of Allegiance
Adoption of the Agenda
Presentations
1.
A Special Tribute Honoring the Service, Life and Legacy of Ms. Leshia Utsey — The
Honorable Edward H. McDowell, Jr. and Ms. Teresa Wilson, City Manager
2.
Community Partnership & Public Service Recognition Initiative — Mr. Mykle
Bowman, ASC Management Group
3.
Harper Truslow, Young Miss Columbia and Little Miss South Carolina's Overall Queen
Day Proclamation — The Honorable Daniel J. Rickenmann, Mayor
4.
Sickle Cell Awareness Month Proclamation — The Honorable Daniel J. Rickenmann,
Mayor
5.
National Hispanic Heritage Month Proclamation — The Honorable Sam P. Johnson
6.
Constitution Week Proclamation — The Honorable Daniel J. Rickenmann, Mayor
7.
Good Neighbor Day Proclamation — The Honorable Daniel J. Rickenmann, Mayor
8.
Pieces — A Soulful Journey with Alopecia Day Proclamation — The Honorable Daniel
J. Rickenmann, Mayor
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Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 10:00
Community Development Committee
Committee to hear housing and block grant updates
The Community Development Committee will discuss multifamily development programs, receive an update from the Columbia Housing Authority, and review the Community Development Block Grant funding availability for 2027-2028. The agenda also includes approval of the August 18, 2026 meeting minutes.
- Discussion of multifamily development programs with SC Housing's Low Income Housing Tax Credit Manager
- Columbia Housing Authority update from CEO Jessica Anderson-Preston
- Update on Community Development Block Grant Program Notice of Funding Availability for 2027-2028
- Approval of August 18, 2026 meeting minutes
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Community Development Committee Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at 10:00 AM
City Hall • Mayor's Conference Room
1737 Main Street, 2nd Floor, Columbia, SC 29201
City Clerk’s Office: (803)545-3045 or [email protected]
The Honorable Tina N. Herbert, District I, Chair
The Honorable William Brennan, District III • The Honorable Sam P. Johnson, At-Large
Call to Order
Approval of Minutes
1.
August 18, 2026 Community Development Committee Meeting Minutes
Committee Discussion
2.
Multifamily Development Programs — Ms. Kimberly Wilbourne, Low Income Housing
Tax Credit Manager for SC Housing
3.
Columbia Housing Update — Ms. Jessica Anderson-Preston, Chief Executive Officer
for the Columbia Housing Authority
4.
Update on the Community Development Block Grant Program Notice of Funding
Availability for 2027-2028 — Ms. Kelly H. Mierkowski, Deputy Director for
Community Development
Adjournment
Mon Sep 14, 2026 · 15:00
Bull Street Commission
Bull Street Commission to hear USC Health Sciences campus and development updates
The Bull Street Commission is meeting to discuss updates on the University of South Carolina Health Sciences Campus and the BullStreet development, including bicycle accommodations and parking. The commission will also hold an executive session to discuss matters related to business expansion and Bull Street infrastructure. The agenda includes approval of the August 25, 2025 meeting minutes.
- USC Health Sciences Campus update with transmission main relocation
- BullStreet development update including bicycle accommodations and parking
- Executive session on business expansion and Bull Street infrastructure
- Approval of August 25, 2025 meeting minutes
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Bull Street Commission Meeting Agenda
Monday, September 14, 2026 at 3:00 PM
Segra Park / MUSC Health Conference Room, Concourse Level
1640 Freed Street, Columbia, SC 29201
City Clerk’s Office: (803)545-3045 or [email protected]
The Honorable Tyler D. Bailey, Chair • Lyle Darnall • Ashley Elsey • Rebecca Haynes •
Kristen Jerome • Sabrina Odom • Matt Varner
Call to Order
Approval of Minutes
1.
August 25, 2025 Bull Street Commission Meeting Minutes
Committee Discussion
2.
University of South Carolina Health Sciences Campus Update — Mr. David Dewar,
Senior Project Executive / Gilbane Building Company and Ms. Karen Quinn, AIA,
LEED AP, Architect / Boudreaux Group
• Transmission Main Relocation — Mr. Derek S. Gruner, RA, LEED AP,
University Architect for the University of South Carolina
3.
BullStreet Development Update — Ms. Chandler Cox, Project Manager / Hughes
Development Corporation
• Bicycle Accommodations/Parking — Mr. Gregory Tucker, Special Projects
Administrator
Executive Session
4.
Discussion of matters relating to the proposed location, expansion, or provision of
services encouraging location or expansion of industries or other businesses in the
area served by the public body pursuant to S.C. Code §30-4-70(a)(5)
• Bull Street infrastructure
Adjournment
Thu Sep 10, 2026 · 16:00
Planning Commission
City Hall, Columbia
Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 13:00
General
Committee to discuss municipal court judge employment in closed session
The Municipal Court Advisory Committee is meeting to approve the minutes from its September 1, 2026 meeting and then enter an executive session to discuss the employment of municipal court judges. No other substantive items are on the agenda.
- Approval of September 1, 2026 meeting minutes
- Executive session to discuss employment of municipal court judges (S.C. Code §30-4-70(a)(1))
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Municipal Court Advisory Committee Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at 1:00 PM
City Hall • Mayor's Conference Room
1737 Main Street, 2nd Floor, Columbia, SC 29201
City Clerk’s Office: (803)545-3045 or [email protected]
The Honorable Tina N. Herbert, District I, Chair
The Honorable Tyler D. Bailey, At-Large • The Honorable Sam P. Johnson, At-Large
Call to Order
Approval of Minutes
1.
September 1, 2026 Municipal Court Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes
Executive Session
2.
Discussion of the employment of an employee pursuant to S.C. Code §30-4-
70(a)(1)
• Municipal Court Judges
Adjournment
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Municipal Court Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes
Tuesday, September 8, 2026
Call to Order
The Columbia Municipal Court Advisory Committee conducted a meeting on Tuesday,
September 8, 2026 at City Hall (Mayor's Conference Room), 1737 Main Street, Columbia,
South Carolina 29201. The Honorable Tina N. Herbert, Mayor Pro-Tempore called the
meeting to order at 1:04 p.m. The Honorable Sam P. Johnson was present and The
Honorable Tyler D. Bailey was absent. Also present were Dr. Tiniece Javis, Chief Human
Resources Officer and Ms. Erika D. Moore Hammond, City Clerk. This meeting was
advertised in accordance with the South Carolina Freedom of Information Act.
Approval of Minutes
1.
September 1, 2026 Municipal Court Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes
Upon a motion made by Mr. Johnson and seconded by Ms. Herbert, Committee members
voted unanimously to approve the September 1, 2026 Municipal Court Advisory Committee
Meeting Minutes.
Executive Session
Upon a motion made by Ms. Herbert and seconded by Mr. Johnson, Committee members
voted unanimously to enter into Executive Session at 1:05 p.m. for the discussion of Item
2.
2.
Discussion of the employment of an employee pursuant to S.C. Code §30-4-
70(a)(1)
• Municipal Court Judges
Adjournment
The meeting was adjourned at 2:50 p.m.
Respectfully Submitted:
Erika D. Moore Hammond, MMC, CPM
City Clerk
Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 11:00
Economic Development and Infrastructure Committee
Committee reviews economic development updates and Segra Park improvements
The Economic Development and Infrastructure Committee will hear updates from several local business and innovation partners. The meeting includes a discussion regarding capital improvements to Segra Park and an executive session concerning Project Kick.
- Boyd Innovation Center update
- Greater Columbia Chamber of Commerce update
- USC/Columbia Technology Incubator / The MIX update
- Segra Park capital improvements discussion
- Executive session regarding Project Kick
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Economic Development and Infrastructure Committee Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at 11:00 AM
City Hall • Mayor's Conference Room
1737 Main Street, 2nd Floor, Columbia, SC 29201
City Clerk’s Office: (803)545-3045 or [email protected]
The Honorable Peter M. Brown, District IV, Chair
The Honorable William Brennan, District III • The Honorable Tyler Bailey, At-Large
Call to Order
Approval of Minutes
1.
August 25, 2026 Economic Development and Infrastructure Committee Meeting
Minutes
Presentations from Economic Development Partners
2.
Boyd Innovation Center Update – Mr. Sam Herskovitz, Executive Director
3.
Greater Columbia Chamber of Commerce Update — Ms. Susan McPherson, Vice
President, Small Business and Military Affairs
4.
USC/Columbia Technology Incubator / The MIX Update – Mr. Rick Finch, Executive
Director, The Midlands Innovation X-Change
5.
Hardball Capital and Capital Improvements to Segra Park - Mr. Jason Frier, Chief
Executive Officer / Hardball Capital and Mr. Brand Shank, Team President /
Columbia Fireflies
Executive Session
6.
Discussion of matters relating to the proposed location, expansion, or provision of
services encouraging location or expansion of industries or other businesses in the
area served by the public body pursuant to S.C. Code §30-4-70(a)(5)
• Project Kick
Adjournment
Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 15:30
Homeless Services Ad Hoc Committee
Committee reviews homelessness outcomes and system assessment report
The Homeless Services Ad Hoc Committee will discuss FY25-26 outcomes and a draft report regarding the homelessness response system assessment. The meeting also includes an executive session to receive legal advice regarding homeless services.
- Discussion of FY25-26 Homeless Services outcomes
- Review of Homelessness Response System Assessment Draft Report
- Executive session regarding legal advice for homeless services
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Homeless Services Adhoc Committee Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at 3:30 PM
City Hall • Mayor's Conference Room
1737 Main Street, 2nd Floor, Columbia, SC 29201
City Clerk’s Office: (803)545-3045 or [email protected]
The Honorable Will Brennan, District III, Chair
The Honorable Tina N. Herbert, District I • The Honorable Tyler D. Bailey, At-Large
Call to Order
Approval of Minutes
1.
September 18, 2025 Homeless Services Ad Hoc Committee Meeting Minutes
Committee Discussion
2.
Homeless Services FY25-26 Outcomes — Ms. Kameisha Heppard, LMSW, Director of
Homeless Services
3.
Homelessness Response System Assessment Draft Report — Ms. Trisha Marsik,
MSW, Principal Co-Project Director / Health Management Associates, Inc.
Executive Session
4.
Receipt of legal advice relating to matters covered by attorney-client privilege
pursuant to S.C. Code §30-4-70(a)(2)
• Homeless Services
Adjournment
Tue Sep 1, 2026 · 16:00
City Council
Council votes on $15M equipment lease and moratorium on new multi-family housing
The Columbia City Council will vote on a $15 million equipment lease purchase agreement and a temporary moratorium on the construction of new two-, three-, and four-family dwellings. The agenda includes approvals for three annexations, a $663,829 sewer maintenance contract, and a $204,960 IT backup service contract. Council members will also consider a zoning change for a property on S. Saluda Avenue and a franchise agreement for telecommunications facilities.
- Ordinance 2026-079: Equipment Lease Purchase Agreement not to exceed $15,000,000
- Ordinance 2026-077: Temporary moratorium on residential intensification of 2-, 3-, and 4-family dwellings
- Annexation of NX Shop Road Extension, 551 Spears Creek Church Road, and 4116 Farrow Road
- Contract with Duke’s Root Control, Inc. for sanitary sewer root control in the amount of $663,829.00
- Contract with VC3, Inc. for DataGard backup and disaster recovery services in the amount of $204,960.00
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✓ Decided: Columbia City Council approved a temporary moratorium on residential intensification
Council passed a second reading of an ordinance to establish a temporary moratorium on the intensification of two-, three-, and four-family dwellings. The council also deferred consideration of an amendment regarding nonconforming personal credit institutions.
- Approved temporary moratorium on residential intensification (2nd reading, unanimous)
- Deferred consideration of ordinance amending nonconforming personal credit institutions (6-1)
- Authorized $204,960 for IT backup and disaster recovery services (unanimous)
- Approved $699,308.73 for various city vehicles and heavy equipment (unanimable)
- Authorized business development grant agreement with DESA, Inc. up to $300,000 (unanimous)
- Approved professional services contract for Brentwood Court Waterline Relocation up to $139,010 (unanimous)
- Approved construction contract for water main extension at 2910 Colonial Drive up to $81,755.80 (unanimous)
- Approved first reading for rezoning 513 S. Saluda Avenue (unanimous)
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Columbia City Council Regular Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, September 1, 2026 at 4:00 PM
City Hall • Council Chambers
1737 Main Street, 3rd Floor, Columbia, SC 29201
City Clerk’s Office: (803)545-3045 or [email protected]
The Honorable Daniel J. Rickenmann, Mayor
The Honorable Edward H. McDowell, Jr. • The Honorable William Brennan
The Honorable Tina N. Herbert, Mayor Pro-Tempore • The Honorable Peter M. Brown
The Honorable Tyler D. Bailey • The Honorable Sam P. Johnson
Call to Order
Invocation
Pledge of Allegiance
Adoption of the Agenda
Public Input
Individuals are allotted up to three minutes to address Columbia City Council about
items on the agenda. Items requiring a public hearing cannot be addressed at this
time.
Approval of Minutes
1.
Council is asked to approve the August 18, 2026 Regular Meeting Minutes.
Presentations
2.
Community Partnership & Public Service Recognition Initiative — Mr. Mykle
Bowman, ASC Management Group
Consent Agenda Items 3 through 18
3.
Council is asked to authorize the City Manager to Purchase DataGard - Backup and
Disaster Recovery and Cloud Backup Services, as requested by the Information
Technology Department on July 20, 2026. Award to VC3, Inc., using The Interlocal
Purchasing System (TIPS) Cooperative Contract in the amount of $204,960.00. This
vendor is located in Columbia, SC.
Funding Source: Information Technology - Maintenance and Service Contract
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Columbia City Council Meeting Minutes
Tuesday, September 1, 2026
Call to Order
The Columbia City Council conducted a Regular Meeting on Tuesday, September 1, 2026 at
City Hall (Council Chambers), 1737 Main Street, Columbia, South Carolina 29201. The
Honorable Daniel J. Rickenmann, Mayor called the meeting to order at 4:30 p.m. and the
following members were present: The Honorable Edward H. McDowell, Jr., The Honorable
Will Brennan, The Honorable Tina N. Herbert, Mayor Pro-Tempore, The Honorable Peter M.
Brown, The Honorable Tyler D. Bailey, and The Honorable Sam P. Johnson. Also present
were Ms. Teresa Wilson, City Manager and Ms. Erika D. Moore Hammond, City Clerk. This
meeting was advertised in accordance with the South Carolina Freedom of Information Act.
Invocation
The Honorable Edward H. McDowell, Jr. offered the invocation.
Mayor Rickenmann honored Officer Christopher DeLong, Jr., his family, and Officer David
Dymock who survived the shooting. He emphasized the need to confront domestic violence
and improve public safety systems. He urged residents to keep everyone in their prayers
and then called for a moment of silence.
Pledge of Allegiance
Adoption of the Agenda
Upon a motion made by Mr. Bailey and seconded by Mr. Johnson, Council voted
unanimously to adopt the agenda as presented.
Upon a motion made by Mr. McDowell and seconded by Mr. Johnson, Council voted six to
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General
Municipal Court Advisory Committee meets to discuss court personnel
The committee will meet to approve minutes from the June 16, 2026, meeting. The committee will also enter an executive session to discuss the employment of Municipal Court Judges and Ministerial Recorders.
- Approval of June 16, 2026, meeting minutes
- Executive session regarding Municipal Court Judges
- Executive session regarding Ministerial Recorders
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Municipal Court Advisory Committee Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, September 1, 2026 at 1:00 PM
City Hall • Mayor's Conference Room
1737 Main Street, 2nd Floor, Columbia, SC 29201
City Clerk’s Office: (803)545-3045 or [email protected]
The Honorable Tina N. Herbert, District I, Chair
The Honorable Tyler D. Bailey, At-Large • The Honorable Sam P. Johnson, At-Large
Call to Order
Approval of Minutes
1.
June 16, 2026 Municipal Court Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes
Executive Session
2.
Discussion of the employment of an employee pursuant to S.C. Code §30-4-
70(a)(1)
• Municipal Court Judges
• Ministerial Recorders
Adjournment
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Municipal Court Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes
Tuesday, September 1, 2026
Call to Order
The Columbia Municipal Court Advisory Committee conducted a meeting on Tuesday,
September 1, 2026 at City Hall (Mayor's Conference Room), 1737 Main Street, Columbia,
South Carolina 29201. The Honorable Tina N. Herbert, Chair called the meeting order at
1:04 pm. and the following members were present: The Honorable Tyler D. Bailey and The
Honorable Sam P. Johnson.
Approval of Minutes
1.
June 16, 2026 Municipal Court Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes
Councilor Herbert requested the following amendment:
In paragraph two, replace the word substitute judge with part-time associate judge.
Upon a motion made by Mr. Johnson and seconded by Mr. Bailey, the committee voted
unanimously to approve the June 16, 2026 Municipal Court Advisory Committee Meeting
Minutes as amended to replace the word substitute judge with part time associate judge.
Executive Session
Upon a motion made by Mr. Bailey and seconded by Mr. Johnson, the committee voted
unanimously to enter into Executive Session at 1:06 p.m. for the discussion of Item 2.
2.
Discussion of the employment of an employee pursuant to S.C. Code §30-4-
70(a)(1)
• Municipal Court Judges
• Ministerial Recorders
Adjournment
The meeting was adjourned at 2:15 p.m.
Respectfully Submitted:
Erika D. Moore Hammond, MMC, CPM
City Clerk
Tue Sep 1, 2026 · 15:00
General
City Council to discuss Bull Street infrastructure and legal claims
The City Council will hold a work session to discuss infrastructure services for the Bull Street area. The council will also enter an executive session to receive legal advice regarding three pending or potential claims against the City of Columbia.
- Discussion of Bull Street infrastructure services
- Legal advice regarding Sonya Owens v. City of Columbia
- Legal advice regarding Jason Lee Stephenson v. City of Columbia
- Legal advice regarding Harden 827 v. City of Columbia
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✓ Decided: Columbia City Council held a work session on September 1, 2026
The meeting consisted of a work session with no substantive legislative decisions recorded. Council members voted to adopt the agenda and entered into executive session to discuss legal advice regarding pending claims and Bull Street infrastructure.
- Adopted the agenda unanimously (with amendments)
- Entered Executive Session unanimously
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Columbia City Council Work Session Agenda
Tuesday, September 1, 2026 at 3:00 PM
City Hall • Mayor's Conference Room
1737 Main Street, 2nd Floor, Columbia, SC 29201
City Clerk’s Office: (803)545-3045 or [email protected]
The Honorable Daniel J. Rickenmann, Mayor
The Honorable Edward H. McDowell, Jr. • The Honorable William Brennan
The Honorable Tina N. Herbert, Mayor Pro-Tempore • The Honorable Peter M. Brown
The Honorable Tyler D. Bailey • The Honorable Sam P. Johnson
Call to Order
Invocation
Adoption of the Agenda
Executive Session
1.
Receipt of legal advice relating to a pending, threatened or potential claim pursuant
to S.C. Code §30-4-70(a)(2)
• Chapter 12, Article II of the City of Columbia Code of Ordinances
• Sonya Owens v. City of Columbia
• Jason Lee Stephenson v. City of Columbia
• Harden 827 v. City of Columbia
2.
Discussion of matters relating to the proposed location, expansion, or provision of
services encouraging location or expansion of industries or other businesses in the
area served by the public body pursuant to S.C. Code §30-4-70(a)(5)
• Bull Street infrastructure
Adjournment
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Columbia City Council Work Session Minutes
Tuesday, September 1, 2026
Call to Order
The Columbia City Council conducted a Work Session on Tuesday, September 1, 2026 at
City Hall (Mayor's Conference Room), 1737 Main Street, Columbia, South Carolina 29201.
The Honorable Daniel J. Rickenmann, Mayor called the meeting to order at 3:08 p.m. and
the following members were present: The Honorable Edward H. McDowell, Jr., The
Honorable Will Brennan, The Honorable Tina N. Herbert, Mayor Pro-Tempore, The
Honorable Peter M. Brown, The Honorable Tyler D. Bailey, and The Honorable Sam P.
Johnson. Also present were Ms. Teresa Wilson, City Manager and Ms. Erika D. Moore
Hammond, City Clerk. This meeting was advertised in accordance with the South Carolina
Freedom of Information Act.
Invocation
The Honorable Edward H. McDowell, Jr. offered the invocation. He expressed condolences
to the DeLong Family in honor of Police Officer Christopher DeLong, Jr., and to the
Washington Family in honor of Coach Willie Washington.
Adoption of the Agenda
Upon a motion made by Ms. Herbert and seconded by Mr. Johnson, Council voted
unanimously to adopt the agenda subject to the addition of a discussion regarding the
development of security personnel or devices pursuant to S.C. Code §30-4-70(a)(3) – City
Hall Security to Executive Session and the deferment of Executive Session Item 1, Bullet 1
(Chapter 12, Article II of the City of Columbia Code of Ordinances).
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City Council
City Hall, Columbia
Tue Sep 1, 2026 · 10:00
General
COLUMBIA
Tue Sep 1, 2026 · 10:00
General
Executive Management Committee to discuss city financing options
The committee will meet to discuss various financing options for the City of Columbia. The meeting also includes an executive session regarding a specific employment matter.
- Discussion of City of Columbia financing options with City Manager Teresa Wilson
- Executive session regarding employment pursuant to S.C. Code §30-4-70(a)(1)
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Executive Management Committee Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, September 1, 2026 at 10:00 AM
City Hall • Mayor's Conference Room
1737 Main Street, 2nd Floor, Columbia, SC 29201
City Clerk’s Office: (803)545-3045 or [email protected]
The Honorable Peter M. Brown, District IV, Chair
The Honorable Tina N. Herbert, District I • The Honorable Tyler Bailey, At-Large
Call to Order
Committee Discussion
1.
City of Columbia Financing Options — Ms. Teresa Wilson, City Manager
Executive Session
2.
Discussion of the employment of an employee pursuant to S.C. Code §30-4-
70(a)(1)
• City Attorney's Office
Adjournment
Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 11:00
Economic Development and Infrastructure Committee
Committee to hear economic development updates and discuss incentives
The Economic Development and Infrastructure Committee will hear presentations from economic development partners, discuss the Commercial Development Incentive Program, and hold an executive session on matters related to business location or expansion, including specific properties and projects. The meeting is primarily informational and discussion-focused, with no final votes scheduled on the agenda.
- Presentation from City Center Partnership
- Presentation from Columbia World Affairs Council
- Presentation from DESA, Inc.
- Discussion of Commercial Development Incentive Program
- Executive session on 2725 Main Street, Project Capstone, and Bull Street infrastructure
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✓ Decided: Committee hears updates, discusses incentives; no votes taken
The committee approved the August 4, 2026 minutes unanimously and heard presentations from economic development partners. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting included updates and a discussion of the Commercial Development Incentive Program, followed by an executive session.
- Approved August 4, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Entered executive session to discuss business recruitment matters (unanimous)
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Economic Development and Infrastructure Committee Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at 11:00 AM
City Hall • Mayor's Conference Room
1737 Main Street, 2nd Floor, Columbia, SC 29201
City Clerk’s Office: (803)545-3045 or [email protected]
The Honorable Peter M. Brown, District IV, Chair
The Honorable William Brennan, District III • The Honorable Tyler Bailey, At-Large
Call to Order
Approval of Minutes
1.
August 4, 2026 Economic Development and Infrastructure Committee Meeting
Presentations from Economic Development Partners
2.
City Center Partnership Update – Mr. Matt Kennell, President & CEO and Ms.
Heather Spires, Vice President of Development & Administration
3.
Columbia World Affairs Council Update – Mr. Dickson Monk, Executive Director
4.
DESA, Inc. Update - Ms. Diane Sumpter, President & CEO
Committee Discussion
5.
Commercial Development Incentive Program — Mr. Ryan Coleman, Director of
Economic Development
Executive Session
6.
Discussion of matters relating to the proposed location, expansion, or provision of
services encouraging location or expansion of industries or other businesses in the
area served by the public body pursuant to S.C. Code §30-4-70(a)(5)
• 2725 Main Street
• Project Capstone
• Bull Street infrastructure
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Economic Development and Infrastructure Committee Meeting Minutes
Tuesday, August 25, 2026
Call to Order
The Columbia Economic Development and Infrastructure Committee conducted a meeting
on Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at City Hall (Mayor's Conference Room), 1737 Main Street,
Columbia, South Carolina 29201. The Honorable Peter M. Brown, Chair called the meeting
to order at 11:05 a.m. and The Honorable Will Brennan was present. The Honorable Tyler
D. Bailey participated remotely.
Approval of Minutes
1.
August 4, 2026 Economic Development and Infrastructure Committee Meeting
Upon a motion made by Mr. Brennan and seconded by Mr. Bailey, the committee voted
unanimously to approve the August 4, 2026 Economic Development and Infrastructure
Committee Meeting Minutes.
Presentations from Economic Development Partners
2.
City Center Partnership Update – Mr. Matt Kennell, President & CEO and Ms.
Heather Spires, Vice President of Development & Administration
Mr. Matt Kennell, President and CEO presented the district’s mission as creating a vibrant
destination connecting downtown’s offices, residents, students, and arts venues. He
reported strong restaurant performance amid some retail decline and noted that downtown
property values now exceed $700 million. The resident population is projected to surpass
5,000 by 2028, which is expected to strengthen the retail environment. Key priorities
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Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 13:00
Health Social and Environmental Affairs Committee
Committee reviews food bank, stormwater, and youth program updates
The Health, Social, and Environmental Affairs Committee will approve minutes from June 23, 2026, and hear three informational presentations. No votes on ordinances, budgets, or contracts are listed on this agenda. The meeting consists entirely of procedural items and status updates from local organizations.
- Approval of June 23, 2026 committee minutes
- Presentation by R. Sy Hughes, Interim CEO of Harvest Hope Food Bank
- Presentation by Jennifer Young, Executive Director of Columbia Green, on Neighborhood Greenspace Stormwater Collaboration
- Presentation by Megan Hamilton and Joshua Croffie on the Palmetto Pride Program
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✓ Decided: Columbia committee approves June 23 minutes; hears food bank, greenspace, litter reports
The Health, Social and Environmental Affairs Committee voted unanimously to approve its June 23, 2026 meeting minutes. The rest of the meeting was presentations with no recorded votes: Harvest Hope Food Bank CEO R. Sy Hughes reported on rising food insecurity and pantry challenges, Columbia Green's Jennifer Young described a stormwater greenspace collaboration and requested Council support to announce the initiative and pursue construction and grant funding, and Palmetto Pride representatives reported on litter reduction and a Caroline Road cleanup. No other decisions were recorded; the meeting adjourned at 2:51 p.m.
- Approved June 23, 2026 committee meeting minutes (unanimous)
- No vote recorded on Harvest Hope Food Bank presentation
- No vote recorded on Columbia Green stormwater greenspace collaboration; group requested Council support to announce initiative and seek grant funding
- No vote recorded on Palmetto Pride program update
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Health Social and Environmental Affairs Committee Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at 1:00 PM
City Hall • Mayor's Conference Room
1737 Main Street, 2nd Floor, Columbia, SC 29201
City Clerk’s Office: (803)545-3045 or [email protected]
The Honorable Sam P. Johnson, At-Large, Chair
The Honorable Edward H. McDowell Jr., District II • The Honorable Tyler D. Bailey, At-Large
Call to Order
Approval of Minutes
1.
June 23, 2026 Health, Social, and Environmental Affairs Committee Meeting Minutes
Presentations
2.
Harvest Hope Food Bank Update – Mr. R. Sy Hughes, Interim CEO
3.
Neighborhood Greenspace Stormwater Collaboration – Ms. Jennifer Young,
Executive Director / Columbia Green
4.
Palmetto Pride Program Update – Ms. Megan Hamilton, Program Assistant and Mr.
Joshua Croffie, Youth Ambassador
Adjournment
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Health Social and Environmental Affairs Committee Meeting Minutes
Tuesday, August 25, 2026
Call to Order
The Columbia Health Social and Environmental Affairs Committee conducted a meeting on
Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at City Hall (Mayor's Conference Room), 1737 Main Street,
Columbia, South Carolina 29201. The Honorable Sam P. Johnson, Chair called the meeting
to order at 1:29 p.m. and The Honorable Tyler D. Bailey participated remotely. The
Honorable Edward H. McDowell, Jr. was absent. Also present were Mr. Clint Shealy,
Assistant City Manager for Columbia Water and Ms. Erika D. Moore Hammond, City Clerk.
This meeting was advertised in accordance with the South Carolina Freedom of Information
Act.
Approval of Minutes
1.
June 23, 2026 Health, Social, and Environmental Affairs Committee Meeting
Minutes
Upon a motion made by Mr. Bailey and seconded by Mr. Johnson, Committee members
voted unanimously to approve the June 23, 2026 Health, Social, and Environmental Affairs
Committee Meeting Minutes.
Presentations
2.
Harvest Hope Food Bank Update – Mr. R. Sy Hughes, CEO
Mr. R. Sy Hughes, CEO of Harvest Hope reported on rising food insecurity. The organization
serves 20 counties and distributed 92 million meals last year, including support for 52,000
families in Richland County—9,373 of whom were City of Columbia residents. He explained
that SNAP participation has recently declined, causing Harvest Hope’s demand to grow by
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Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 10:00
City Council Standing Committee
Committee to discuss proposed flag policy
The Administrative Policy Committee is meeting to approve minutes from a December 2025 meeting and discuss a proposed flag policy. No decisions are listed on the agenda; items are for discussion only.
- Approval of December 16, 2025 meeting minutes
- Discussion of proposed flag policy
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✓ Decided: Committee revises flag policy, limits displays to three flags
The Administrative Policy Committee discussed a proposed flag policy for City property. The committee reached consensus to limit flag displays to three flags (U.S., South Carolina, and City) and to remove banner restrictions from the policy. The revised policy will be reviewed at the next meeting on September 22, 2026; no final decision was made.
- Approved December 16, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Reached consensus to limit flag displays to three flags (U.S., State, City)
- Reached consensus to remove banner restrictions from proposed flag policy
- Deferred final flag policy decision to September 22, 2026 meeting
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Administrative Policy Committee Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at 10:00 AM
City Hall • Mayor's Conference Room
1737 Main Street, 2nd Floor, Columbia, SC 29201
City Clerk’s Office: (803)545-3045 or [email protected]
The Honorable Edward H. McDowell, Jr., District II, Chair
The Honorable Peter M. Brown, District IV • The Honorable Sam P. Johnson, At-Large
Call to Order
Approval of Minutes
1.
December 16, 2025 Administrative Policy Committee Meeting Minutes
Committee Discussion
2.
Proposed Flag Policy
Adjournment
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Administrative Policy Committee Meeting Minutes
Tuesday, August 25, 2026
Call to Order
The Columbia Administrative Policy Committee conducted a meeting on Tuesday, August
25, 2026 at City Hall (Mayor's Conference Room), 1737 Main Street, Columbia, South
Carolina 29201. The Honorable Edward H. McDowell, Jr., Chair called the meeting to order
at 10:09 a.m. and the following members were present: The Honorable Peter M. Brown and
The Honorable Sam P. Johnson, Also present were Ms. Chanique Belton, Legislative Liaison
to Columbia City Council and Ms. Erika D. Moore Hammond, City Clerk. This meeting was
advertised in accordance with the South Carolina Freedom of Information Act.
Approval of Minutes
1.
December 16, 2025 Administrative Policy Committee Meeting Minutes
Upon a motion made by Mr. Brown and seconded by Mr. Johnson, Committee members
voted unanimously to approve the December 16, 2025 Administrative Policy Committee
Meeting Minutes.
Committee Discussion
2.
Proposed Flag Policy
Councilor Bailey reported that the City has received numerous requests over the past year
to fly various flags on City property, prompting a review of flag policies in comparable
cities. He explained that the City currently lacks an official flag display policy, and a
proposed resolution would clarify that government-sanctioned flags include the U.S. flag,
the South Carolina flag, and the City flag. As the resolution is currently written, the policy
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General
Committee to discuss Vista Guild Senate Street public art project
The Arts, Historic Preservation and Philanthropy Committee is meeting to discuss a single agenda item: the Vista Guild Senate Street Public Art Project, presented by Abby Anderson, Executive Director of the Congaree Vista Guild. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda; the item is listed for committee discussion only.
- Discussion of Vista Guild Senate Street Public Art Project with Abby Anderson, Executive Director of Congaree Vista Guild
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Arts, Historic Preservation and Philanthropy Committee Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, August 18, 2026 at 3:00 PM
City Hall, Mayor's Conference Room
1737 Main Street, 2nd Floor, Columbia, SC 29201
City Clerk’s Office: (803)545-3045 or email [email protected]
The Honorable Tyler D. Bailey, At-Large, Chair
The Honorable Edward H. McDowell Jr., District II • The Honorable Tina N. Herbert, District I
Call to Order
Committee Discussion
1.
Vista Guild Senate Street Public Art Project — Ms. Abby Anderson, Executive
Director / Congaree Vista Guild
Adjournment
Tue Aug 18, 2026 · 16:00
City Council
Council to vote on rezonings, annexations, and $2.3M in contracts
The Columbia City Council will hold a regular meeting with public input, consent agenda items, and multiple public hearings and votes on zoning and annexation requests. Key actions include approving contracts for software, elevator maintenance, police services, vehicles, and road resurfacing, as well as several property annexations and rezonings. The agenda also includes a proposed moratorium on certain residential intensification and several event alcohol permits.
- Contract awards totaling $2,253,416.87 for software, elevators, police services, vehicles, and road resurfacing
- Annexation and rezoning of 4116 Farrow Road, 551 Spears Creek Church Road, and 1215 Mason Road
- Rezoning of 1700 block Rosewood Drive from NAC to RM-2
- Major amendment to Harbison Planned Development to allow tattoo and body piercing establishments
- First reading of ordinance to establish temporary moratorium on residential intensification
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✓ Decided: Council defers Mason Road annexation and zoning to October 6
The Columbia City Council deferred first reading of the annexation and zoning for 1215 Mason Road and related parcels, as well as the zoning map amendment for 3.03 acres at Mason Road and North Main Street, to the October 6, 2026 meeting. The council also approved second reading for two property sales for affordable housing, a zoning change on Rosewood Drive, and several consent agenda items including contracts and vehicle purchases. A temporary moratorium on residential intensification in certain neighborhoods received first reading approval.
- Deferred first reading of annexation and zoning for 1215 Mason Road and related parcels to Oct 6 (unanimous)
- Deferred first reading of zoning map amendment for 3.03 acres at Mason Road and North Main to Oct 6 (unanimous)
- Approved second reading of Ordinance 2026-066 for sale of 5220 Randall Avenue (unanimous)
- Approved second reading of Ordinance 2026-067 for sale of 5225 Spalding Avenue (unanimous)
- Approved second reading of zoning map amendment for 1700 block Rosewood Drive (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda including $971,845.46 vehicle purchase and $590,553.61 road resurfacing contract (unanimous)
- Approved first reading of temporary moratorium on residential intensification (unanimous)
- Approved resolutions for alcohol consumption at four events (unanimous)
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Columbia City Council Regular Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, August 18, 2026 at 4:00 PM
City Hall • Council Chambers
1737 Main Street, 3rd Floor, Columbia, SC 29201
City Clerk’s Office: (803)545-3045 or [email protected]
The Honorable Daniel J. Rickenmann, Mayor
The Honorable Edward H. McDowell, Jr. • The Honorable William Brennan
The Honorable Tina N. Herbert, Mayor Pro-Tempore • The Honorable Peter M. Brown
The Honorable Tyler D. Bailey • The Honorable Sam P. Johnson
Call to Order
Invocation
Pledge of Allegiance
Adoption of the Agenda
Public Input
Individuals are allotted up to three minutes to address Columbia City Council about
items on the agenda. Items requiring a public hearing cannot be addressed at this
time.
Approval of Minutes
1.
Council is asked to approve the August 4, 2026 Work Session and Regular Meeting
Minutes.
Presentations
2.
American Heart Association Check Presentation - Ms. Teresa Wilson, City Manager
3.
Black Expo Update — Mr. Darrin Thomas, President / Thomas Media Group
Consent Agenda Items 4 through 9
4.
Council is asked to authorize the City Manager to approve the Fiscal Year 2026/2027
Cisco Con-SmartNet Software Services renewal, as requested by the Information
Technology Department on July 9, 2026. Award to Presidio Networked Solutions,
using the South Carolina State Contract in the amount of $88,337.80. This vendor is
located in Atlanta, GA.
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Columbia City Council Meeting Minutes
Tuesday, August 18, 2026
Call to Order
The Columbia City Council conducted a Regular Meeting on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 at
City Hall (Council Chambers), 1737 Main Street, Columbia, South Carolina 29201. The
Honorable Daniel J. Rickenmann, Mayor called the meeting to order at 4:07 p.m. and the
following members were present: The Honorable Edward H. McDowell, Jr., The Honorable
Will Brennan, The Honorable Tina N. Herbert, Mayor Pro-Tempore, The Honorable Tyler D.
Bailey, and The Honorable Sam P. Johnson. The Honorable Peter M. Brown was absent.
Also present were Ms. Teresa Wilson, City Manager and Ms. Erika D. Moore Hammond, City
Clerk. This meeting was advertised in accordance with the South Carolina Freedom of
Information Act.
Invocation
The Honorable Edward H. McDowell, Jr.offered the invocation.
Pledge of Allegiance
Adoption of the Agenda
Mayor Rickenmann recognized Representative Christopher Hart, District 79 and The
Honorable Tyra Little of Richland County Council.
Councilor McDowell recognized former Columbia City Council member, The Honorable Sam
Davis.
Upon a motion made by Mr. McDowell and seconded by Mr. Johnson, Council voted
unanimously to adopt the agenda as presented.
Public Input
Individuals are allotted up to three minutes to address Columbia City Council about
items on the agenda. Items requiring a public hearing cannot be addressed at this
time.
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General
Committee to review 2025 CAPER report on community development spending
The Community Development Committee will meet to approve the minutes from its June 16, 2026 meeting and discuss the 2025 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER), presented by Community Development Director Felicia Kilgore. The CAPER summarizes the city's use of federal community development funds. No votes on new projects or policies are scheduled.
- Approval of June 16, 2026 meeting minutes
- Discussion of 2025 CAPER report
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Community Development Committee Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, August 18, 2026 at 10:00 AM
City Hall • Mayor's Conference Room
1737 Main Street, 2nd Floor, Columbia, SC 29201
City Clerk’s Office: (803)545-3045 or [email protected]
The Honorable Tina N. Herbert, District I, Chair
The Honorable William Brennan, District III • The Honorable Sam P. Johnson, At-Large
Call to Order
Approval of Minutes
1.
June 16, 2026 Community Development Committee Meeting Minutes
Committee Discussion
2.
2025 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) — Ms.
Felicia Kilgore, Community Development Director
Adjournment
Thu Aug 13, 2026 · 16:00
Planning Commission
City Hall, Columbia
Tue Aug 4, 2026 · 16:00
City Council
Council considers $2M stormwater project and multiple annexations
Columbia City Council will vote on several infrastructure contracts, including a $2.05 million stormwater project. The body is also reviewing multiple property annexations, zoning amendments, and contracts for homeless and behavioral health services.
- North Tanglewood Stormwater Infrastructure Improvements contract with McClam and Associates, Inc. for $2,052,319.20
- Citywide Multifunctional Copier Renewal Services contract with Ricoh USA, Inc. for $398,674.44
- Behavioral Health, Recovery and Clinical Support Services contract with Innovation Solutions Counseling Center up to $490,875.00
- Motorola Flash Mobile Software Upgrade for Police Department radios for $165,745.44
- Annexation and zoning requests for 2423 and 2425 Kent Street, 3801 and 3719 Old Leesburg Road, and 7601 Wilson Boulevard
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✓ Decided: Council affirms Vista BID assessments over objections
City Council unanimously affirmed the original Vista Business Improvement District assessments after hearing objections from property owners, with one council member abstaining. The council also approved a consent agenda including contracts for parking software, police radio upgrades, water main extensions, and stormwater improvements, and gave first reading to two affordable housing land sales.
- Affirmed Vista BID assessments (unanimous, Brown abstained)
- Approved $88,568.39 T2 parking enforcement software purchase
- Approved $165,745.44 Motorola radio upgrade
- Approved $398,674.44 copier renewal contract
- Approved $63,000 Recovery Community Center contract
- Approved $490,875 behavioral health services contract
- Approved $98,298.90 water main extension contract
- Approved $2,052,319.20 stormwater improvements contract
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Columbia City Council Regular Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, August 4, 2026 at 4:00 PM
City Hall • Council Chambers
1737 Main Street, 3rd Floor, Columbia, SC 29201
City Clerk’s Office: (803)545-3045 or [email protected]
The Honorable Daniel J. Rickenmann, Mayor
The Honorable Edward H. McDowell, Jr. • The Honorable William Brennan
The Honorable Tina N. Herbert, Mayor Pro-Tempore • The Honorable Peter M. Brown
The Honorable Tyler D. Bailey • The Honorable Sam P. Johnson
Call to Order
Invocation
Pledge of Allegiance
Adoption of the Agenda
Public Input
Individuals are allotted up to three minutes to address Columbia City Council about
items on the agenda. Items requiring a public hearing cannot be addressed at this
time.
Approval of Minutes
1. Council is asked to approve the July 21, 2026 Budget Workshop and Regular
Meeting Minutes.
Presentations
2. National Health Care Week Proclamation — The Honorable Daniel J. Rickenmann,
Mayor
Consent Agenda Items 3 through 18
3. Council is asked to authorize the City Manager to Purchase T2 Flex Subscriptions for
Parking Enforcement and Retrieval of Vehicle Registration (RoVR) Systems, as
requested by the Parking Services Department on July 6, 2026. Award to T2
Systems, Inc., in the amount of $88,568.39. This vendor is located in Indianapolis,
IN.
Funding Source: Parking Operations - Professional Services (5312413-636600). The
original budget amount is $88,568.39.
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Columbia City Council Meeting Minutes
Tuesday, August 4, 2026
Call to Order
The Columbia City Council conducted a Regular Meeting on Tuesday, August 4, 2026 at City
Hall (Council Chambers), 1737 Main Street, Columbia, South Carolina 29201. The
Honorable Daniel J. Rickenmann, Mayor called the meeting to order at 4:14 p.m. and the
following members were present: The Honorable Edward H. McDowell, Jr., The Honorable
Will Brennan, The Honorable Tina N. Herbert, Mayor Pro-Tempore, The Honorable Peter M.
Brown, The Honorable Tyler D. Bailey, and The Honorable Sam P. Johnson. Also present
were Ms. Teresa Wilson, City Manager and Ms. Erika D. Moore Hammond, City Clerk. This
meeting was advertised in accordance with the South Carolina Freedom of Information Act.
Invocation
The Honorable Edward H. McDowell, Jr. offered the invocation and extended well-wishes to
Ms. Wilson's father, who recently underwent a medical procedure. He also expressed his
sympathy and offered prayers for Ms. Wilson following the recent passing of her fiancé's
mother.
Pledge of Allegiance
Adoption of the Agenda
Mayor Rickenmann shared that Item 21 (Amendment to the Unified Development
Ordinance for Reestablishment of Nonconforming Non-Depository Personal Credit Union
Instiutions) will be deferred to the September 1, 2026 Regular Meeting.
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Tue Aug 4, 2026 · 10:00
City Council Standing Committee
Committee meets to review arts updates and past meeting minutes
The Arts, Historic Preservation and Philanthropy Committee will convene to approve minutes from prior meetings and receive updates on local arts initiatives, including the Gemini Arts project, the Vista Guild Senate Street Public Art Project, and the Columbia Art Center.
- Approval of February 9, 2026 and April 28, 2026 committee meeting minutes
- Gemini Arts Update presentation by Dr. Shirley Smith and Mr. Michael Krajewski
- Vista Guild Senate Street Public Art Project presentation by Mr. Joseph Kendrick
- Columbia Art Center Update by Mr. Kenya Bryant and Ms. Bohumila Augustinova
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Arts, Historic Preservation and Philanthropy Committee Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, August 4, 2026 at 10:00 AM
City Hall • Mayor's Conference Room
1737 Main Street, 2nd Floor, Columbia, SC 29201
City Clerk’s Office: (803)545-3045 or [email protected]
The Honorable Tyler D. Bailey, At-Large, Chair
The Honorable Edward H. McDowell Jr., District II • The Honorable Tina N. Herbert, District I
Call to Order
Approval of Minutes
1. February 9, 2026 and April 28, 2026 Arts, Historic Preservation, and Philanthropy
Committee Meeting Minutes
Presentations
2. Gemini Arts Update — Dr. Shirley Smith and Mr. Michael Krajewski, Resident Artist
3. Vista Guild Senate Street Public Art Project — Mr. Joseph Kendrick, Board Member /
Congaree Vista Guild
4. Columbia Art Center Update — Mr. Kenya Bryant, Director of Parks and Recreation
and Ms. Bohumila Augustinova, Recreation Program Coordinator / Columbia Art
Center
Adjournment
Tue Aug 4, 2026 · 11:00
General
Committee to hold closed session on business recruitment projects
The Economic Development and Infrastructure Committee is meeting to approve prior minutes and then enter a closed executive session. The closed session will discuss economic development projects, including specific properties and unnamed business recruitment efforts, under state law allowing private discussion of business location or expansion.
- Approval of May 12, 2026 meeting minutes
- Executive session on business location/expansion incentives (S.C. Code §30-4-70(a)(5))
- Discussion of Bull and Taylor property
- Discussion of 1950 Gervais Street property
- Discussion of 2001 Taylor Street property and projects Stoa, Kick, Astral, WF
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✓ Decided: Committee approves minutes, enters executive session on economic development
The Economic Development and Infrastructure Committee met and unanimously approved the May 12, 2026 minutes. They also voted unanimously to enter executive session to discuss economic development projects, including Justice Square, Bull and Taylor, 1950 Gervais Street, 2001 Taylor Street, Project Stoa, Project Kick, Project Astral, and Project WF. No substantive decisions were made in open session.
- Approved May 12, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Amended agenda to add Justice Square to Item 2 (unanimous)
- Entered executive session for Item 2 discussion (unanimous)
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Economic Development and Infrastructure Committee Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, August 4, 2026 at 11:00 AM
City Hall • Mayor's Conference Room
1737 Main Street, 2nd Floor, Columbia, SC 29201
City Clerk’s Office: (803)545-3045 or [email protected]
The Honorable Peter M. Brown, District IV, Chair
The Honorable William Brennan, District III • The Honorable Tyler Bailey, At-Large
Call to Order
Approval of Minutes
1. May 12, 2026 Economic Development and Infrastructure Committee Meeting
Minutes
Executive Session
2. Discussion of matters relating to the proposed location, expansion, or provision of
services encouraging location or expansion of industries or other businesses in the
area served by the public body pursuant to S.C. Code §30-4-70(a)(5)
• Bull and Taylor
• 1950 Gervais Street
• 2001 Taylor Street
• Project Stoa
• Project Kick
• Project Astral
• Project WF
Adjournment
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Economic Development and Infrastructure Committee Meeting Minutes
Tuesday, August 4, 2026
Call to Order
The Columbia Economic Development and Infrastructure Committee conducted a meeting
on Tuesday, August 4, 2026 at City Hall (Mayor's Conference Room), 1737 Main Street,
Columbia, South Carolina 29201. The Honorable Peter M. Brown, Chair called the meeting
to order at 11:14 a.m. The Honorable Will Brennan and The Honorable Tyler D. Bailey were
present.
Upon a motion made by Mr. Bailey and seconded by Mr. Brown, the Committee voted
unanimously to amend the agenda to add Justice Square to Item 2 (Discussion of matters
relating to the proposed location, expansion, or provision of services encouraging location
or expansion of industries or other businesses in the area served by the public body
pursuant to S.C. Code §30-4-70(a)(5)).
Approval of Minutes
1.
May 12, 2026 Economic Development and Infrastructure Committee Meeting
Minutes
Upon a motion made by Mr. Bailey and seconded by Mr. Brennan, the Committee voted
unanimously to approve the May 12, 2026 Economic Development and Infrastructure
Committee Meeting Minutes.
Executive Session
Upon a motion made by Mr. Brennan and seconded by Mr. Bailey, the Commmittee voted
unanimously to enter into Executive Session at 11:15 a.m. for discussion of Item 2 as
amended.
2.
Discussion of matters relating to the proposed location, expansion, or provision of
services encouraging location or expans …
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Tue Aug 4, 2026 · 13:00
City Council
City Council to discuss Main Street lighting, traffic signals, and AI initiatives
The City Council will hold a work session to discuss infrastructure projects and technology initiatives. The meeting includes presentations on district lighting, traffic signal analysis, and artificial intelligence. An executive session is scheduled for contractual negotiations and legal advice.
- Main Street District Lighting Project presentation
- Columbia Traffic Signal Analysis by SCDOT
- City of Columbia Artificial Intelligence Initiatives
- CRC 911 Communications Agreement negotiations
- Legal advice regarding 120 Clemson Road and the Vista Business Improvement District
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✓ Decided: Council hears Main Street lighting, traffic signal, AI updates
The City Council held a work session with no formal votes. They received updates on the Main Street District lighting project, a Columbia traffic signal analysis by SCDOT, and municipal AI initiatives. The council unanimously entered executive session to discuss contractual and legal matters, then adjourned.
- Adopted the agenda as presented (unanimous)
- Entered executive session for contractual and legal discussions (unanimous)
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Columbia City Council Work Session Agenda
Tuesday, August 4, 2026 at 1:00 PM
City Hall • Mayor's Conference Room
1737 Main Street, 2nd Floor, Columbia, SC 29201
City Clerk’s Office: (803)545-3045 or [email protected]
The Honorable Daniel J. Rickenmann, Mayor
The Honorable Edward H. McDowell, Jr. • The Honorable William Brennan
The Honorable Tina N. Herbert, Mayor Pro-Tempore • The Honorable Peter M. Brown
The Honorable Tyler D. Bailey • The Honorable Sam P. Johnson
Call to Order
Invocation
Adoption of the Agenda
City Council Discussion
1. Main Street District Lighting Project — Mr. Matt Kennell, President & CEO / Main
Street District
2. Columbia Traffic Signal Analysis — Ms. Lori Campbell, District Traffic Engineer /
SCDOT
3. City of Columbia Artificial Intelligence Initiatives — Ms. Sylvia White, Chief
Information Officer
Executive Session
4. Discussion of negotiations incident to proposed contractual arrangements pursuant
to S. C. Code §30-4-70(a)(2)
• CRC 911 Communications Agreement
5. Receipt of legal advice relating to matters covered by attorney-client privilege
pursuant to S.C. Code §30-4-70(a)(2)
• Residential intensification within the Historic Preservation Overlay District
• 120 Clemson Road
• Vista Business Improvement District
• Relocation of Municipal Court
6. Receipt of legal advice relating to a pending, threatened or potential claim pursuant
to S.C. Code §30-4-70(a)(2)
• Russell Burgess v. City of Colum …
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Columbia City Council Work Session Minutes
Tuesday, August 4, 2026
Call to Order
The Columbia City Council conducted a Work Session on Tuesday, August 4, 2026 at City
Hall (Mayor's Conference Room), 1737 Main Street, Columbia, South Carolina 29201. The
Honorable Daniel J. Rickenmann, Mayor called the meeting to order at 1:05 p.m. and the
following members were present: The Honorable Edward H. McDowell, Jr., The Honorable
Will Brennan, The Honorable Tina N. Herbert, Mayor Pro-Tempore, The Honorable Peter M.
Brown, The Honorable Tyler D. Bailey, and The Honorable Sam P. Johnson. Also present
were Ms. Teresa Wilson, City Manager and Ms. Erika D. Moore Hammond, City Clerk. This
meeting was advertised in accordance with the South Carolina Freedom of Information Act.
Invocation
The Honorable Edward H. McDowell, Jr. offered the invocation.
Adoption of the Agenda
Upon a motion made by Mr. Johnson and seconded by Mr. Bailey, Council voted
unanimously to adopt the agenda as presented.
City Council Discussion
1.
Main Street District Lighting Project — Mr. Matt Kennell, President & CEO / Main
Street District
Mr. Matt Kennel, President and CEO/ Main Street District shared an update on the Main
Street Lighting project. He highlighted support from City Council and the Darnall W. and
Susan F. Boyd Foundation, Inc. He explained that engineers determined that the structural
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Tue Aug 4, 2026 · 11:00
Economic Development and Infrastructure Committee
City Hall, Columbia
Mon Aug 3, 2026 · 11:00
General
Columbia council’s executive committee to review 2026 strategic priorities
The Columbia Executive Management Committee will meet to discuss a new strategic framework presented by Chair Peter M. Brown that aligns future city priorities. The session is procedural with no public votes or decisions scheduled.
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Executive Management Committee Meeting Agenda
Monday, August 3, 2026 at 11:00 AM
City Hall • Mayor's Conference Room
1737 Main Street, 2nd Floor, Columbia, SC 29201
City Clerk’s Office: (803)545-3045 or [email protected]
The Honorable Peter M. Brown, District IV, Chair
The Honorable Tina N. Herbert, District I • The Honorable Tyler Bailey, At-Large
Call to Order
Committee Discussion
1. Introduction of a Strategic Framework for the Alignment of Future Priorities — The
Honorable Peter M. Brown
Executive Session
Adjournment
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💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
| $1.1B | PALMETTO GBA, LLC Department of Health and Human Services · IGF::OT::IGF JM AB MAC AWARD |
| $792.8M | PALMETTO GBA, LLC Department of Health and Human Services · PART A/PART B MEDICARE ADMINISTRATIVE CONTRACTOR (MAC) JURISDICTION M |
| $574.4M | COMPANION DATA SERVICES LLC Department of Health and Human Services · CONTINUOUSLY AVAILABLE CMS HOSTING ENVIRONMENT _ INFRASTRUCTURE AS A S |
| $496.5M | PALMETTO GBA, LLC Department of Health and Human Services · IGF::OT::IGF A/B MAC JURISDICTION J |
| $297.4M | KEENAN FT DETRICK ENERGY LLC Department of Defense · IGF::OT::IGF |
| $286.4M | COMPANION DATA SERVICES LLC Department of Health and Human Services · WORKLOAD B |
| $230.3M | PALMETTO GBA, LLC Department of Health and Human Services · JJ A/B MAC |
| $212.5M | PALMETTO GBA, LLC Department of Health and Human Services · NATIONAL SUPPLIER CLEARINGHOUSE MEDICARE ADMINISTRATIVE CONTRACTOR |
| $190.1M | COMPANION DATA SERVICES LLC Department of Health and Human Services · IGF::CT::IGF IT AND TELECOM - OTHER |
| $181.0M | PALMETTO GBA, LLC Railroad Retirement Board · IGF::OT::IGF FUNDS FOR SPECIALTY MEDICARE ADMINISTRATIVE CONTRACTOR (S |
Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.
🌐 County-level context (Richland County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Net migration+943 people (-$2.2M net AGI · 2023)
Federal disasters (10 yr)15 ({"Hurricane": 15, "Severe Storm": 2, "Severe Ice Storm": 2, · last Fri Jan 23, 2026)
Traffic fatalities29 (10 pedestrian · 2024)
Business establishments9,426 (169,733 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,298/mo (4,436 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy21.4% (low numeracy 35% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
City profile
Everything below is drawn from this city’s own public record and primary-source government data. AI-written summaries are a finding aid, not a citable quote.
271
Recorded votes
$491.3M
Annual budget
$932.9M
Debt outstanding
1,956
Permitted housing units
The money — in
source: Census gov-finance & state comptrollerBudget
Revenue$491.3M
Spending$429.4M
Revenue ran ahead of operating spending this year.
Debt load HIGH
Outstanding debt$932.9M
Debt-to-revenue1.90×
Debt-load index72 / 100
A debt-load indicator (national percentile of debt, deficit & aid-reliance) — not a solvency verdict. Cross-checked against official state fiscal-stress scores where they exist.
Outcomes — economic mobility
source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research useFor kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:
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Where it’s happening
geocoded land-use decisions🗺 Interactive map
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