West Columbia, SC

West Columbia Beautification Foundation

Regular Council

Council Work Session

Regular Council

West Columbia Beautification Foundation

Council Work Session

Regular Council

West Columbia Beautification Foundation

Council Work Session

Regular Council

West Columbia Beautification Foundation

Council Work Session

Zoning Board of Appeals

The West Columbia Zoning Board of Appeals will consider a special exception request (ZBA 26-13) for a painting contractor business at 1646 Grover Street, zoned General Commercial (C-2). The board will also review minutes from the May 19, 2026 meeting and discuss annual education requirements. The meeting is scheduled for August 18, 2026, at 6:00 PM.

• Special exception request for painting contractor (NAICS 238320) at 1646 Grover Street (TMS 005745-01-003)
• Staff recommends condition: all work and storage conducted indoors
• Approval of minutes from May 19, 2026
• Review of annual education requirements

Council Work Session

Special Council

The City Council will consider several second reading ordinances regarding property and utility agreements. These items include the transfer of B Avenue Ball Park and multiple land annexations.

• Second reading of ordinance to convey B Avenue Ball Park to Lexington County Recreation and Aging Commission
• Second reading of ordinance for a nonexclusive franchise agreement with PBT Communications Inc., d/b/a Comporium
• Second reading of ordinance to annex 3.22 acres at 184 Lott Court (TMS# 004596-01-021)
• Second reading of ordinance to annex 1.21 acres at 521-523 1/2 and 529 Taylor Street (TMS# 005747-04-012, 005747-04-021, and 005747-04-011)

West Columbia Beautification Foundation

The West Columbia Beautification Foundation will meet to receive progress reports on its monthly finances, the Highway 1 median beautification project, and updates on the 2026 raffle. No formal decisions are listed on this agenda.

• Monthly financial report as of March 31, 2026: $184,414.71
• Highway 1 median beautification project went out to bid April 16, 2026; bids due May 18, 2026
• 2026 raffle discussed with focus on expanding participation and auction items
• Taste of the River 2026 event update: 81 tickets sold, 69 remaining; capped at 150 tickets

Regular Council

The West Columbia City Council will hold its regular meeting on August 4, 2026, to consider first readings of ordinances authorizing the conveyance of B Avenue Ball Park to the Lexington County Recreation and Aging Commission and a nonexclusive franchise agreement with PBT Communications Inc. The meeting also includes annexations, a Safe Streets for All Safety Action Plan, and recognition of community contributions.

• First reading of ordinance to convey B Avenue Ball Park (815 B Avenue) to Lexington County Recreation and Aging Commission
• First reading of ordinance for nonexclusive franchise agreement with PBT Communications Inc., d/b/a Comporium
• Annexation of 3.22 acres at 184 Lott Court
• Annexation of 1.21 acres at 521-523 1/2 and 529 Taylor Street
• Adoption of Safe Streets for All Safety Action Plan with goal to eliminate roadway fatalities and serious injuries

Planning Commission

This agenda announces that the West Columbia Planning Commission meeting scheduled for July 27, 2026, is cancelled. No business will be conducted.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The agenda notes that there will be no Zoning Board of Appeals meeting on Tuesday, July 21, 2026. The next meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, August 18, 2026. Contact the City Clerk’s office at (803) 939-8608 or [email protected] for special accommodations.

Special Council

The West Columbia City Council will consider several items, including a second‑reading of an ordinance for a non‑exclusive franchise with MCIMetro Access Transmission Services, LLC, and an amendment to prohibit commercial and industrial trucks on designated streets. The council will also vote on ratifying the Urban Entitlement Resolution and renewing the intergovernmental cooperative agreement with Lexington County to continue receiving HUD Community Development Block Grant, HOME, and Emergency Solutions Grant funds for fiscal years 2027‑2029. An executive‑session discussion will address a personnel matter concerning the City Administrator’s routine annual performance evaluation.

• Second‑reading consideration of an ordinance for a non‑exclusive franchise agreement with MCIMetro Access Transmission Services, LLC
• Second‑reading consideration of an ordinance amending Code §8‑2‑10 to prohibit commercial/industrial trucks on certain streets
• Ratification of the Urban Entitlement Resolution and renewal of the intergovernmental cooperative agreement with Lexington County for HUD grant administration (FY 2027‑2029)
• Executive‑session discussion of a personnel matter related to the City Administrator’s annual performance evaluation

West Columbia Beautification Foundation

The West Columbia Beautification Foundation will not hold its scheduled meeting on July 7, 2026. The next regular meeting is August 4, 2026. No business will be conducted.

Regular Council

The West Columbia City Council will review a franchise agreement with MCIMetro and a proposed truck route restriction ordinance. Council members will also approve a sidewalk funding agreement with SCDOT and award two major infrastructure contracts. An executive session will address economic development matters for the Meeting Street corridor.

• Award $4,488,212.50 contract to AOS Specialty Contractors for Meeting Street Improvement Project
• Award $2,216,646.00 contract to Solid Structures for Utility Services Maintenance Building
• Approve financial agreement with SCDOT for sidewalk on Double Branch Rd.
• First reading of ordinance restricting commercial trucks on designated streets
• First reading of nonexclusive franchise agreement with MCIMetro Access Transmission Services

Planning Commission

The West Columbia Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a text amendment that defines short-term rental units and allows them as a permitted use in various residential and commercial zoning districts.

• Public hearing on short-term rental unit text amendment
• Definition of short-term rental unit (less than 30 consecutive days)
• Permitted use in R-1, R-2, C-1, C-2, and C-3 zoning districts
• Clarification for Gateway Overlay District (GOLD)
• Approval of previous meeting minutes from May 26, 2026

Special Council

The West Columbia City Council will hold second readings on the FY2026 municipal budget and a city code supplement. Staff recommends approving a rezoning for a lot at 2254 Leaphart Road to allow general commercial use, matching surrounding districts and existing business operations. The council will also select a vendor for water treatment plant chemicals and may take action following an executive session on PFAS litigation.

• Second reading of the FY2026 municipal budget ordinance authorizing tax levies
• Rezoning 2254 Leaphart Rd from R-1 residential to C-2 general commercial
• Approval of chemical supply bids for Lake Murray and Riverside Water Treatment Plants
• Second reading of an ordinance adopting a supplement to the City Code of Ordinances
• Executive session regarding legal advice on a PFAS class action lawsuit

Regular Council

The West Columbia City Council will hold first readings on the fiscal year 2027 budget, which authorizes tax levies and fees, and on amendments to rental housing regulations. They will also consider a rezoning of 2254 Leaphart Rd from residential to commercial, and a $179,850 contract for median landscaping on Highway 1. The meeting includes proclamations and an executive session on bulk water customers.

• First reading of FY2027 budget ordinance with tax and fee authorizations
• First reading to amend rental housing regulations (Title 5, Chapter 2, Article K)
• Rezoning request for 2254 Leaphart Rd from R-1 to C-2
• Consideration of $179,850 contract to Southern Vistas for Highway 1 median landscape improvements
• Proclamation recognizing June 2026 as Scleroderma Awareness Month

Public Hearing

The city council is holding a public hearing to receive comments on the proposed General Fund and Enterprise Fund budgets for fiscal year 2026-2027. No other items are on the agenda.

• Public hearing on General Fund & Enterprise Fund budgets for FY 2026-2027

West Columbia Beautification Foundation

The West Columbia Beautification Foundation will vote on approving previous meeting minutes, discuss and potentially award a contract for the Highway 1 median beautification project (bids due May 18), and receive a monthly financial report. They will also discuss the upcoming Taste of the River 2026 event.

• Approval of minutes from May 5, 2026 meeting
• Monthly Financial Report showing balance of $184,414.71
• Discussion and possible award of Highway 1 median beautification project contract (bids due May 18)
• Update on Taste of the River 2026 event with 14 confirmed restaurants
• Call for auction items for Taste of the River

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on a map amendment to rezone a 0.21-acre parcel at 2254 Leaphart Road from Residential (R-1) to General Commercial (C-2). They will also consider final plat approvals for Phases 1 and 2 of Pinecrest Subdivision and Phases 1 and 2 of Stillwater Subdivision.

• Public hearing on rezoning 2254 Leaphart Road (0.21 acres) from R-1 to C-2
• Final plat approval for Pinecrest Subdivision Phase 1 (lots 1-47)
• Final plat approval for Pinecrest Subdivision Phase 2
• Final plat approval for Stillwater Subdivision Phase 1
• Final plat approval for Stillwater Subdivision Phase 2

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider a special exception request (ZBA 26-12) to allow hospital use on two parcels at Sunset Boulevard, zoned General Commercial. They will also vote on approving the minutes from the previous meeting.

• Special exception request ZBA 26-12 for hospital use at TMS 004596-08-001 and 004527-04-005 on Sunset Boulevard

Special Council

The council will receive presentations on the proposed budget for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2026, and on revisions to rental housing regulations (Title 5, Chapter 2, Article K). They will consider awarding a $122,940 contract to 3D Dirtworks for the Riverwalk Amphitheater Improvement Project. The meeting also includes an executive session for legal advice and property negotiation related to wastewater infrastructure.

• Presentation of proposed budget for FY2026-27
• Presentation on revisions to rental housing regulations
• Consideration to approve 3D Dirtworks as lowest bidder for Riverwalk Amphitheater Improvement Project at $122,940
• Executive session for legal advice on business license tax assessments
• Executive session for contractual negotiation on wastewater property purchase

West Columbia Beautification Foundation

The West Columbia Beautification Foundation will hear a presentation on the Three Rivers Bridge Dinner 2026 and receive updates on monthly finances, beautification projects including the Highway 1 median project, and the Taste of the River 2026 event. No formal votes are scheduled.

• Presentation on Three Rivers Bridge Dinner 2026 by Executive Director Erin Curtis
• Monthly financial report (previous balance $184,164.97)
• Landscaping installed at 12th and Meeting St intersection
• Highway 1 median beautification project going out to bid
• Taste of the River 2026: 11 restaurants committed, auction and wine raffle discussion

Regular Council

The council will hold a second reading of an ordinance to regulate golf cart use within the city, potentially adopting new rules. They will also consider a financial agreement with SCDOT to add a sidewalk on N. Lucas Street and a resolution supporting a joint grant application for road safety. Public comment is scheduled on wastewater infrastructure issues.

• Second reading of ordinance to regulate golf carts (Section 8-2-12)
• Consider financial agreement with SCDOT for sidewalk on N. Lucas St.
• Resolution supporting 'One Lexington Zero Fatalities' initiative and grant application
• Public comment on wastewater infrastructure by Karina Helgeson
• First reading to amend Letter of Credit terms for Pinecrest Subdivision bonded plat

Planning Commission

The commission will decide whether to amend the expiration date of a letter of credit for Pinecrest Subdivision phases II and III, from May 31, 2026 to May 31, 2027, as requested by developer Mungo Homes. This is the only new business item on the agenda.

• Extend letter of credit for Pinecrest Subdivision (Mungo Homes) from May 31, 2026 to May 31, 2027; amount $322,053.68

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board will hear three requests: a variance for side and rear setbacks at 323 Hudson Street where a shed was built without a permit, a special exception for construction use at 1914 Sunset Blvd, and an appeal of a zoning administrator's interpretation for a business at 735 Meeting Street. The board will also enter executive session for legal advice and may take action afterward.

• Variance for zero-foot setbacks at 323 Hudson Street for a fire-destroyed shed replaced without permit
• Special exception for construction use (painting company) at 1914 Sunset Blvd in C-2 zoning
• Administrative appeal at 735 Meeting Street regarding principal use in Gateway Overlay District
• Executive session for legal advice under SC code 30-4-70(A)(2)
• Approval of March 17, 2026 meeting minutes

Special Council

The council will hold second readings on a zoning text amendment allowing finance/insurance and pet care in C-3 districts, and on rezoning 12.57 acres at 2305 Platt Springs Road from residential to general commercial. It will also consider first reading of a golf cart ordinance, a mutual aid agreement with DSS, and appointing the fire marshal as a code enforcement officer. The meeting will adjourn to executive session for discussions on bulk water customers, River District economic development, and a potential public-private partnership.

• Second reading: Text amendment to add finance/insurance and pet care as permitted uses in C-3 zone
• Second reading: Rezone 12.57 acres at 2305 Platt Springs Road from R-3 to C-2
• First reading: Ordinance regulating golf cart use (age 16+, 35 mph roads, night lights, safety belts for under 12)
• Consider mutual aid agreement with SC Department of Social Services
• Appoint Fire Marshal Adam Harmon as municipal code enforcement officer

West Columbia Beautification Foundation

The Foundation will meet to receive a presentation on the Three Rivers Bridge Dinner 2026. The body will also review monthly financial reports and provide updates on beautification projects and the Taste of the River 2026 event.

• Presentation on Three Rivers Bridge Dinner 2026 by Executive Director Erin Curtis
• Taste of the River 2026 update
• Beautification projects update
• Monthly financial report

Regular Council

West Columbia City Council will consider a contract for water main replacement and two zoning updates. The body will also receive presentations on sewer rehabilitation, golf cart regulation, and sanitation schedules.

• Contract for Woodsen Circle Water Main Replacement with Carolina Tap & Bore for $497,520.00
• Proposed rezoning of 12.57 acres at 2305 Platt Springs Road from Residential (R-3) to General Commercial (C-2)
• Proposed zoning text amendment to allow finance, insurance, and pet care services in Restricted Commercial (C-3) districts
• Presentation on City of Columbia Sewer Rehabilitation Project along the Saluda River
• Presentation on a Mutual Aid Agreement with South Carolina Department of Social Services

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings and discuss a rezoning request for a former elementary school site. The body will also consider two text amendments to allow pet care and finance services in Restricted Commercial districts.

• PC 26-01: Rezone +/- 12.57 acres at 2305 Platt Springs Road from Residential (R-3) to General Commercial (C-2)
• PC 26-03: Text amendment to add pet care services as a permitted use in Restricted Commercial (C-3) district
• PC 26-04: Text amendment to add finance and insurance as a permitted use in Restricted Commercial (C-3) district
• PC 26-02: Consideration of revised Bonded Plat for Faith Hill Subdivision

Zoning Board of Appeals

The West Columbia Zoning Board of Appeals will review two special exception applications for construction-related uses: one at 1100 Charleston Highway and another on North Line Street, both located in General Commercial (C-2) zones. The board will also approve the minutes from the February 18, 2026 meeting. The meeting concludes with scheduling the next regular session for April 21, 2026.

• ZBA 26-07 – special exception request for construction use at 1100 Charleston Highway (General Commercial C-2)
• ZBA 26-08 – special exception request for construction use at North Line Street (General Commercial C-2)
• Approval of minutes from the February 18, 2026 meeting
• Call to order and determination of quorum
• Next regular scheduled meeting set for April 21, 2026

Council Work Session

The scheduled West Columbia Council Work Session for March 16, 2026 has been cancelled and no items will be discussed.

West Columbia Beautification Foundation

The West Columbia Beautification Foundation will approve the February 5, 2026 meeting minutes and renew its non‑profit liability insurance for $880. It will also receive a monthly financial report and updates on Highway 1, a tobacco‑store beautification project, and upcoming 2026 events.

• Approval of minutes from the February 5, 2026 meeting
• Renewal of non‑profit liability policy for $880, expiring April 7, 2026
• Monthly financial report showing $180,351.92
• Highway 1 beautification update
• Tobacco store beautification update

Regular Council

The West Columbia City Council will discuss a zoning request for a one-acre parcel on Leaphart Road and review Accommodations Tax Committee recommendations for 2026-2027. The body will also receive presentations on the FY25 financial report and a mutual aid agreement with Columbia College.

• Second reading for zoning of 3214 Leaphart Road (approx. 1 acre) to Restricted Commercial District (C-3)
• Consideration of Accommodations Tax Committee Recommendations for 2026-2027
• Presentation of Mutual Aid Agreement between West Columbia Police and Columbia College Police
• Presentation of Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for FY25
• Proposed text amendments to allow pet care, finance, and insurance in C-3 Zoning District