West Columbia public meetings in 2025

Planning Commission

The West Columbia Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider new business items, including establishing infill overlays and rezoning several parcels. The meeting will also address a text amendment to the zoning ordinance regarding the North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS).

• Public hearing on infill overlay for .13 acres at Spring Street and S. Witt Street
• Public hearing to rezone 3.46 acres at 355 & 353 Dreher Road to LM
• Public hearing to rezone 3.22 acres at 919 North Lucas Street to LM
• Public hearing to rezone 4.43 acres at Mathias Road to C2
• Public hearing to rezone .752 acres at 1806, 1808 and 1810 Platt Springs Road to C2

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for December 16, 2025, will not take place. The next meeting is scheduled for January 27, 2026.

Council Work Session

The West Columbia City Council Work Session set for December 15, 2025 will not take place. No agenda items will be considered or decided at this meeting. The next regular council meeting is scheduled for January 6, 2026.

West Columbia Beautification Foundation

The scheduled West Columbia Beautification Foundation meeting for Thursday, December 4, 2025 at 8:30 A.M. was cancelled. No agenda items were presented. The next regular meeting is set for Thursday, January 1, 2026, with a holiday‑adjusted meeting on January 8, 2026.

Regular Council

The West Columbia City Council will consider approving budget amendments for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025. It will also vote on two‑year reappointments for the city attorney, city clerk, city treasurer, and municipal judge, and adopt the 2026 council meeting schedule. Additional items include a vote on the election of a council chairperson for a one‑year term and decisions on infill overlay proposals for parcels at 1511 Gambrell Street and 740 Center Street.

• Approve Budget Amendments for Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2025
• Reappoint City Attorney, City Clerk, City Treasurer, and Municipal Judge for two‑year terms
• Adopt City Council List of Meeting Dates for 2026 Calendar Year
• Consider Planning Commission recommendation to deny infill overlay on .39‑acre parcel at 1511 Gambrell Street (zoned C3)
• First reading of Planning Commission recommendation to establish infill overlay on .15‑acre parcel at 740 Center Street (zoned C3)

Planning Commission

The West Columbia Planning Commission will consider a text amendment to clarify the Zoning Administrator's authority regarding the North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS). The body will also hold public hearings on establishing infill overlay districts for two properties on Gambrell Street and Center Street.

• Text amendment to Section 616 of the Zoning Ordinance regarding NAICS codes
• Infill overlay district for 0.39-acre parcel at 1511 Gambrell Street
• Infill overlay district for 0.15-acre parcel at 740 Center Street
• Approval of September 22, 2025 Planning Commission minutes
• Next meeting scheduled for December 22, 2025

Zoning Board of Appeals

The West Columbia Zoning Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for November 18, 2025, has been cancelled. No agenda items will be considered at this time. The next meeting is scheduled for December 16, 2025.

Special Council

City Council will consider awarding two construction contracts and a first reading of a business license ordinance. The meeting also includes the administration of oaths to newly elected council members and the election of a Mayor Pro-Tem.

• Proposed $11,655,933.00 contract with McClam and Associates, Inc. for Mill Village Area Infrastructure Improvements
• Proposed $67,250.93 contract with W. O. Blackstone & Co. Inc. for HVAC upgrades at the West Columbia Fire Department
• First reading of an ordinance to update the Business License Class Schedule per Act 176 of 2020
• Election of Mayor Pro-Tem for a two-year term
• Administration of oaths of office to re-elected and newly elected council members

West Columbia Beautification Foundation

The West Columbia Beautification Foundation will approve minutes from its October 2, 2025 meeting and review its current financial balance of $180,631.15. It will also receive an update on the Highway 1 garden‑bed irrigation work and the upcoming planning bid, discuss raffle ticket sales with about 21 tickets remaining, and consider event‑signage procurement.

• Approval of minutes from the October 2, 2025 meeting
• Monthly financial balance reported as $180,631.15
• Highway 1 irrigation installation update and bidding for additional planning to start in November
• Discussion of raffle with approximately 21 tickets left and ticket‑stub legibility issues
• Discussion of creation and procurement of event‑related signage

Regular Council

The West Columbia City Council will hold a regular meeting to consider second readings of an ordinance regarding alcohol consumption and the annexation of property on Platt Springs Road. The agenda also includes presentations on the Triangle City Fountain and a proclamation for Indigenous Business Day.

• Second reading of ordinance to amend alcohol consumption rules
• Annexation of .752 acres at 1806-1810 Platt Springs Road
• Presentation on Triangle City Fountain status
• Proclamation recognizing Indigenous Business Day
• Citizen comments on stop signs and wastewater infrastructure

Planning Commission

There will be no Planning Commission meeting on October 27, 2025. The next meeting is scheduled for November 24, 2025.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for October 21, 2025, at 200 N. 12th Street has been cancelled. The next meeting is set for November 18, 2025.

• Meeting cancelled for October 21, 2025
• Next meeting scheduled for November 18, 2025
• Meeting location: 200 N. 12th Street, West Columbia, SC 29169
• Contact West Columbia City Clerk for special accommodations

Special Council

The West Columbia Special Council will take a second‑reading vote on two annexation ordinances: 3.22 acres at 919 North Lucas Street and 4.43 acres on Mathias Road. It will also conduct a first‑reading vote to amend the city code on public alcohol consumption and consider amendments to the Special Event Policy, road‑closure rules, and the City Employee Handbook. Additional items include a first‑reading annexation of 0.752 acres at 1806‑1810 Platt Springs Road and executive‑session discussion of hearing procedures for business‑license tax assessments.

• Second‑reading annexation of 3.22 acres at 919 North Lucas St (TMS# 004663‑01‑011)
• Second‑reading annexation of 4.43 acres on Mathias Road (TMS# 004597‑10‑076)
• First‑reading amendment to Section 9‑2‑8 to permit alcohol at approved special events
• First‑reading annexation of 0.752 acre at 1806‑1810 Platt Springs Rd
• Policy amendments to the Special Event Policy, road‑closure procedures, and City Employee Handbook

Regular Council

The West Columbia City Council will consider approving alcohol permits for a fall festival, annexing three residential properties, and approving two commercial rezonings. The body will also review proposed ordinance amendments and hear citizen comments.

• Consideration of alcohol permit and road closure for Fall Back Fest (Nov 7)
• First reading to annex 3.22 acres at 919 N. Lucas Street
• Second reading to rezone .85 acres at 1511 Gambrell Street to C3
• Second reading to rezone .15 acres at 740 Center Street to C3
• Introduction of proposed amendments to the West Columbia Code of Ordinances

West Columbia Beautification Foundation

The West Columbia Beautification Foundation will approve minutes, review a monthly financial report, and discuss improvements to a raffle drawing process. The group will also receive an update on Highway 1 resurfacing.

• Approval of August 7, 2025, minutes
• Review of monthly financial report
• Discussion of raffle drawing process
• Highway 1 resurfacing update

Planning Commission

The West Columbia Planning Commission will review case PC 25‑21, which requests approval of the bonded plat for Pinecrest Phase 3. The staff estimate shows a bond amount of $237,005.54 based on a construction cost of $158,003.69. The commission will vote on whether to approve the bonded plat and associated bond.

• PC 25‑21 – Approve bonded plat for Pinecrest Phase 3 (bond $237,005.54)
• Review bond estimate based on $158,003.69 construction cost

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for September 16, 2025, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for October 21, 2025.

Council Work Session

The West Columbia City Council Work Session set for September 15, 2025 at 200 N. 12th Street was canceled. No agenda items were considered. The next regular council meeting is scheduled for October 7, 2025.

West Columbia Beautification Foundation

There will be no Beautification Foundation meeting on September 4, 2025. The next meeting is scheduled for October 2, 2025.

Regular Council

The West Columbia City Council will discuss several new business items, including a resolution to allow beer and wine at the "Wine on the River" fundraiser, a proposal for sail shade installation in Carraway Park, and a grant from the Municipal Association of South Carolina. Council members will also hear first‑reading recommendations to rezone a 0.15‑acre parcel at 740 Center Street from General Commercial (C2) to Restricted Commercial (C3) and two parcels totaling 0.85 acres at 1511 Gambrell Street from Residential (R2) to Restricted Commercial (C3). Citizen comment will be taken on stop‑sign requests in the Westover Acres neighborhood, and an ordinance to annex 3.46 acres at 345 & 353 Dreher Road will be considered.

• Resolution authorizing beer and wine consumption at the "Wine on the River" fundraiser (Nov 14, 2025)
• Proposal by Bliss Products and Services, Inc. for Carraway Park sail shades installation
• Resolution to approve the Municipal Association of South Carolina Problem Solver Grant
• First‑reading rezoning of 0.15 acre at 740 Center Street from C2 to C3
• First‑reading rezoning of 0.85 acre at 1511 Gambrell Street from R2 to C3

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on rezoning two parcels: a .15‑acre site at 740 Center Street from C‑2 (General Commercial) to C‑3 (Restricted Commercial), and a .85‑acre site at 1511 Gambrell Street from R‑2 (Residential) to C‑3 (Restricted Commercial). The same rezoning proposals will be considered again in the New Business portion of the meeting. The commission will also discuss the preliminary plat for the Comanchee Trail Townhomes. The next regular meeting is scheduled for September 22, 2025.

• PC 25‑19: Rezone .15 acre at 740 Center Street from C‑2 (General Commercial) to C‑3 (Restricted Commercial).
• PC 25‑20: Rezone .85 acre at 1511 Gambrell Street from R‑2 (Residential) to C‑3 (Restricted Commercial).
• New Business: Reconsider the same rezoning proposals for 740 Center Street and 1511 Gambrell Street.
• Old Business: Review the preliminary plat for the Comanchee Trail Townhomes.
• Next regular meeting scheduled for September 22, 2025.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider three variance requests for commercial properties. The primary item is ZBA 25‑13, a variance for an alternate landscape plan at 1801 Platt Springs Rd (zoned C‑2). The board will also review ZBA 25‑14 for relief under Section 611.4.1(b) at the same address and ZBA 25‑15 for relief under Section 811.5.2 B at 601 North Lucas St.

• ZBA 25‑13 – variance request for an alternate landscape plan at 1801 Platt Springs Rd (C‑2 zone)
• ZBA 25‑14 – variance request for relief under Section 611.4.1(b) at 1801 Platt Springs Rd (C‑2 zone)
• ZBA 25‑15 – variance request for relief under Section 811.5.2 B at 601 North Lucas St (C‑2 zone)

Council Work Session

The scheduled Council Work Session for August 18, 2025 will not take place. The next gathering is a Regular Council Meeting on September 2, 2025 at 6:00 pm. No agenda items were listed for the cancelled session.

West Columbia Beautification Foundation

The West Columbia Beautification Foundation will approve the July 10 minutes, receive a monthly financial report showing a balance of $152,578.03, discuss raffle planning (possible dates Oct 14‑22 2025 and a goal of 250 tickets), and receive an update on Highway 1. The meeting will also include any other business before adjourning.

• Approval of minutes from the July 10, 2025 meeting
• Monthly financial report showing a balance of $152,578.03
• Discussion of raffle dates Oct 14‑22 2025 and ticket goal of 250
• Highway 1 update (details not provided in agenda)
• Other business (unspecified)

Regular Council

The West Columbia City Council meeting will discuss two new business items. First, they will consider appointing Deputy Fire Marshal Richard Spivey as a Municipal Code Enforcement Official. Second, they will consider approving a Letter of Credit for a $158,737.71 bond to fund infrastructure for the Faith Hill Subdivision.

• Appointment of Deputy Fire Marshal Richard Spivey as Municipal Code Enforcement Official
• Approval of a $158,737.71 Letter of Credit bond for Faith Hill Subdivision

Planning Commission

The West Columbia Planning Commission met on July 28, 2025. It held a public hearing on an infill overlay for a .13‑acre parcel at Spring Street and S. Witt Street and on rezoning a .39‑acre parcel at 1511 Gambrell Street from R‑2 to C‑3. In new business the commission will also consider preliminary plats for the Pine Street Townhome development and the Comanchee Trail Townhomes, and a bonded plat for Faith Hill. These items are scheduled for consideration at this meeting.

• PC 25-14 – public hearing and consideration of an infill overlay for a .13‑acre parcel at Spring Street and S. Witt Street (zoned C‑3)
• PC 25-18 – public hearing and consideration of rezoning a .39‑acre parcel at 1511 Gambrell Street from R‑2 to C‑3
• PC 25-15 – preliminary plat review for the Pine Street Townhome development
• PC 25-16 – bonded plat approval for Faith Hill
• PC 25-17 – preliminary plat review for the Comanchee Trail Townhomes

Special Council

The Special Council meeting will address several items, including an appointment to the West Columbia Beautification Foundation Board, a resolution supporting a temporary road closure for Savage Craft Ale Works' Oktoberfest event, a first‑reading consideration to rezone a one‑acre parcel at 3214 Leaphart Road to C‑3, and approval for the City Administrator to negotiate a professional engineering contract for the Riverside Water Treatment Plant master plan. The zoning recommendation comes from the Planning Commission and covers approximately one acre. The engineering contract would be for services related to the plant’s master plan.

• Appointment of Steven Doar to the West Columbia Beautification Foundation Board
• Resolution to support temporary road closure of Center Street for Savage Craft Ale Works' Oktoberfest on Oct 4 2025
• First‑reading consideration to rezone a one‑acre parcel at 3214 Leaphart Road (C‑3 zoning)
• Approval for the City Administrator to negotiate a contract for professional engineering services for the Riverside Water Treatment Plant master plan

Zoning Board of Appeals

The West Columbia Zoning Board of Appeals will review three special exception applications for privacy fences. New requests include a fence over 7 feet at 773 Greenwood Road (R‑4) and a fence over 36 inches at 307 Carpenter Street (R‑1). The board will also revisit a prior request for a fence over 36 inches at 312 Dale Street (R‑3). No other agenda items require board action.

• ZBA 25-09 – privacy fence >7 ft at 773 Greenwood Road (R‑4)
• ZBA 25-10 – privacy fence >36 in at 307 Carpenter Street (R‑1)
• ZBA 25-07 – privacy fence >36 in at 312 Dale Street (R‑3)

West Columbia Beautification Foundation

The West Columbia Beautification Foundation will consider approving the minutes from its June 5, 2025 meeting. It will receive a monthly financial report and discuss follow‑up actions for the Taste on the River event. The board will also discuss plans for a raffle event. No other decisions are listed.

• Approve minutes from the June 5, 2025 meeting
• Monthly financial report presentation
• Discussion of Taste on the River follow‑up
• Discussion of raffle event

Planning Commission

The West Columbia Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on PC 25‑13 to establish C3 (restricted commercial) zoning for the one‑acre parcel at 3214 Leaphart Road, which was annexed on May 19 2025. After the hearing, the commission will consider formally adopting that C3 zoning. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from the May 27, 2025 meeting and sets the next regular meeting for July 28, 2025.

• Public hearing (PC 25‑13) to establish C3 zoning for 3214 Leaphart Road (≈1 acre)
• New business: consider establishing C3 zoning for the same parcel
• Approval of minutes from the Planning Commission meeting held May 27, 2025
• Determination of quorum and call to order
• Next regular scheduled meeting set for July 28, 2025

Special Council

The West Columbia City Council will hold a second‑reading vote on the FY2025/26 budget ordinance that authorizes taxes, fees and charges for the upcoming fiscal year. It will also review a supplement to the city code, two rezoning recommendations for parcels on Augusta Road and Harbor Drive, and approve chemical purchase agreements and contractor pre‑qualifications for the Meeting Street improvement project. An executive session will address a lawsuit with the Town of Lexington before the council reconvenes for any further action.

• Second‑reading consideration of the FY2025/26 budget ordinance authorizing levy of taxes, fees and charges
• Second‑reading consideration of a supplement to the City of West Columbia Code of Ordinances
• Rezoning of a 0.43‑acre parcel at 1704 Augusta Road from C2/R2 to C2 (General Commercial)
• Approval of chemical purchase agreements: Aluminum Sulfate (Chemtrade $349.00/dry ton), Sodium Hypochlorite (JCI Jones $0.174/wet pound), Liquid Ammonium Sulfate (Univar $0.178/wet pound), Liquid Fluoride (Univar $419.00/wet ton), Sodium Hydroxide (Brenntag $0.0912)
• Pre‑qualification of contractors AOS Specialty Contractors, Crowder, and L‑J Inc. for the Meeting Street Roadway Improvement Project

West Columbia Beautification Foundation

The West Columbia Beautification Foundation board will receive a monthly financial report, updates on current US #1 beautification projects, and a report on the 2025 Taste on the River fundraiser. They will also discuss board vacancies. No formal actions or approvals are listed on the agenda.

• Monthly financial report and Midlands Gives donations
• Update on current US #1 beautification projects
• Update on 2025 Taste on the River fundraiser
• Discussion regarding board vacancies

Public Hearing

The City of West Columbia will hold a public hearing on June 3, 2025, to discuss the General Fund and Enterprise Fund budgets for Fiscal Year 2025-2026. The meeting will take place at 200 N. 12th Street and will be live streamed on YouTube.

• Public hearing on General Fund & Enterprise Fund budgets for FY 2025-2026
• Opening remarks concerning FY 2025-2026 budgets by City Administrator Brian Carter
• Live stream available on YouTube at www.youtube.com/@wecosc
• Meeting location: 200 N. 12th Street, West Columbia, SC 29169
• Meeting time: June 3, 2025 at 6:00 PM

Regular Council

The council will take first‑reading actions on several items, including the FY 2025 budget ordinance that would levy taxes, fees and charges; a supplement to the city code; and a resolution to allow alcohol at the Gervais Street Bridge dinner. It will also consider law‑enforcement assistance agreements with the City of Cayce Police Department and Midlands Technical College Police Department, appoint The Brittingham Group as city auditor for a four‑year term, and review rezoning recommendations for a parcel on Augusta Road.

• First reading of an ordinance enacting the FY 2025 budget and authorizing taxes, fees and charges
• Resolution to approve a Law Enforcement Assistance and Support Agreement with the City of Cayce Police Department
• Resolution to approve a Law Enforcement Assistance and Support Agreement with the Midlands Technical College Police Department
• Appointment of The Brittingham Group as City Auditor for a four‑year term ending June 30 2029
• First reading of the Planning Commission recommendation to rezone 0.43 acre at 1704 Augusta Road from C2/R2 to C2 (General Commercial)

Planning Commission

The West Columbia Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on rezoning a 0.43‑acre parcel at 1704 Augusta Road from C2/R2 to C2 (General Commercial). It will also consider establishing an infill overlay on a 0.13‑acre parcel at the intersection of Spring Street and S. Witt Street, and setting C2 zoning for a 0.48‑acre parcel at 1083 Harbor Drive. In new business, the commission will review the preliminary plat for the Trailhead Townhomes development.

• PC 25-09 – Rezone 0.43‑acre parcel at 1704 Augusta Road (TMS 004641-02-001) from C2/R2 to C2 General Commercial
• PC 25-10 – Establish infill overlay on 0.13‑acre parcel at Spring St & S. Witt St (TMS 004638-05-017) zoned C3
• PC 25-11 – Establish C2 (General Commercial) zoning for 0.48‑acre parcel at 1083 Harbor Drive (TMS 004597-04-002)
• PC 25-12 – Consider preliminary plat for Trailhead Townhomes
• Approval of minutes for the Planning Commission meeting held April 28, 2025

Zoning Board of Appeals

The West Columbia Zoning Board of Appeals will review a special‑exception request for a 6‑foot privacy fence in the front yard of 312 Dale Street (R‑3 residential) and a variance to place a swimming pool in front of the principal structure at the same address. The board will also revisit a special‑exception request for tractor‑trailer storage at 1650 Airport Blvd (C‑2 commercial) and a reconsideration of a transit and ground‑passenger transportation use at 1471 Platt Springs Road (C‑2 commercial).

• ZBA 25-07: Special exception for a privacy fence over 36 inches at 312 Dale St (R‑3).
• ZBA 25-08: Variance request for a swimming pool in front of the principal structure at 312 Dale St (R‑3).
• ZBA 25-05: Special exception for using 21 tractor trailers for tire storage at 1650 Airport Blvd (C‑2).
• Reconsideration of a special exception for transit and ground passenger transportation at 1471 Platt Springs Rd (C‑2).

Special Council

The West Columbia Special Council will hold second‑reading votes on three ordinances: an amendment to Title 7, Chapter 8 of the city code concerning transportation facilities; a zoning amendment for nursing and residential care facilities in the C3 district; and an annexation of a 1.00‑acre parcel known as 3214 Leaphart Rd. New business includes a resolution to award a Key to the City and the appointment of Tim Pristatskiy as Fire Marshal. Afterward the council will enter executive session for personnel matters before reconvening to act on any items discussed.

• Second reading of ordinance to amend Title 7, Chapter 8 (transportation facilities)
• Second reading of planning commission recommendation to amend zoning ordinance for nursing and residential care facilities in the C3 district
• Second reading of ordinance to annex 1.00 acre (TMS# 004597-08-037) at 3214 Leaphart Rd.
• Resolution awarding a Key to the City
• Appointment of Tim Pristatskiy as Fire Marshal

Council Work Session

The West Columbia City Council will hold a Work Session Budget Workshop on May 19, 2025 at City Hall. The meeting will be streamed live on YouTube at www.youtube.com/@wecosc. No specific agenda items are listed beyond the budget workshop.

Regular Council

The West Columbia City Council will take second‑reading votes on ordinances that set water and sewer rates and authorize up to $35,000,000 in revenue bonds for system improvements. It will also review Planning Commission recommendations to rezone two parcels (720 Buff St. and 900 N. Lucas St.) from residential to light manufacturing. New business includes appointing a Municipal Code Compliance Inspector, awarding a $201,095 contract to Crescent Industries for Riverwalk damage repair, and adopting the FY 2025/2026 strategic plan goals.

• Second reading of ordinance authorizing water and sewer rates and charges (Item 8.1)
• Second reading of ordinance to issue up to $35,000,000 water and sewer improvement revenue bonds (Item 8.2)
• Second reading of Planning Commission recommendation to rezone 0.21 acre at 720 Buff St. from R2 to LM (Item 8.3)
• Consideration to approve Crescent Industries, LLC as lowest responsive bidder for $201,095 Riverwalk Damage Repair Project (Item 9.4)
• Consideration to appoint Jarrett Epperson as Municipal Code Compliance Inspector (Item 9.2)

West Columbia Beautification Foundation

The West Columbia Beautification Foundation board will review a monthly financial report and an update on the 2025 Taste on the River fundraiser. They will also discuss board vacancies and a request for assistance with plantings. No formal decisions are indicated in the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from the April 3, 2025 meeting
• Monthly financial report
• Update on the 2025 Taste on the River fundraiser
• Discussion regarding board vacancies
• Discussion regarding a request for assistance with plantings

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a text amendment to clarify permitted nursing and residential care facilities in the C3 district. The body will also review a revised site plan for the Still Hopes PUD, also known as Brookland Commons.

• PC 25-07: Text amendment for Nursing and Residential Care Facilities in the C3 district
• PC 25-08: Revised site plan for Still Hopes PUD / Brookland Commons
• Proposed change to move certain mental health and substance abuse facilities to a Special Exception requiring at least 5 acres
• Brookland Commons revisions: reducing duplex units from 18 to 12 and increasing senior residential units from 168 to 174

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will review three new business items, including a proposed amendment to its bylaws that would create a procedure for reconsidering board decisions when new evidence is presented. It will also consider a special exception request to permit permanent storage of tractor‑trailers at 1650 Airport Blvd, a C‑2 commercial property. Additionally, the board will hear a variance request for outdoor merchandise display at 830 Sunset Blvd, located in a Light Manufacturing zone. The board will address any motions related to additional evidence for a prior special exception concerning transit use at 1471 Platt Springs Road.

• Amendment to ZBA bylaws adding Article VI, Section 5 for decision reconsideration based on new evidence
• Special exception request (ZBA 25‑05) for permanent tractor‑trailer storage at 1650 Airport Blvd (C‑2 zone)
• Variance request (ZBA 25‑06) for outdoor merchandise display at 830 Sunset Blvd (LM zone)
• Review of additional evidence motions for special exception at 1471 Platt Springs Road
• Approval of minutes from the March 18, 2025 meeting

West Columbia Beautification Foundation

The West Columbia Beautification Foundation will approve minutes from the March 6, 2025 meeting, present a monthly financial report, and provide an update on the 2025 Taste on the River fundraiser. The board will also discuss the upcoming SC Sweep event. No formal decisions beyond routine approvals are indicated.

• Approval of minutes from March 6, 2025 meeting
• Monthly financial report
• Update on 2025 Taste on the River fundraiser
• Discussion of SC Sweep event

Public Hearing

The City of West Columbia is holding a public hearing to discuss a proposed Water and Sewer Utilities Rate Ordinance. Residents may provide public comments regarding the proposed rate changes.

• Public hearing on Water and Sewer Utilities Rate Ordinance

Regular Council

The West Columbia City Council will hold a first‑reading consideration of an ordinance to set water and sewer rates and another ordinance to issue revenue bonds not exceeding $35,000,000 for system improvements. The agenda also includes rezoning recommendations for parcels at 720 Buff Street and 900 N. Lucas Street, and annexation proposals for 2858 Sunset Blvd. and 1083 Harbor Drive. Additionally, the council will approve top‑ranked firms for the Overlay District Plan and the Fire Department agency evaluation.

• Ordinance authorizing water and sewer rates and charges
• Ordinance to issue water and sewer system improvement revenue bonds up to $35,000,000
• Rezoning of 0.21‑acre parcel at 720 Buff Street from R2 to Light Manufacturing
• Rezoning of 1.98‑acre parcel at 900 N. Lucas Street from R1 to Light Manufacturing
• Approval of top‑ranked firms for the Overlay District Plan and Fire Department agency evaluation

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings and consider two requests to rezone residential parcels to Light Manufacturing (LM). Both requests are noted by staff as inconsistent with the city's comprehensive plan.

• PC 25-05: Rezone 0.21 acres at 720 Buff Street from R-2 (Residential) to LM (Light Manufacturing)
• PC 25-06: Rezone 1.98 acres at 900 N. Lucas Street from R-1 (Residential) to LM (Light Manufacturing)

West Columbia Grievance Committee Annual Meeting

The West Columbia Grievance Committee will meet to select a chairperson for a one-year term. The committee will also review the grievance procedure.

• Selection of a committee chairperson for a 1-year term
• Overview of grievance procedure

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hear two new business items. One is an administrative appeal (ZBA 25-03) challenging the zoning administrator’s decision on a mobile‑home spot at 121 Alexandria Street, which is zoned R‑1. The other is a variance request (ZBA 25-04) to increase lot coverage to 34.2% on the residential property at 1701 B Avenue, zoned R‑3. The board will also approve the minutes from the February 18, 2025 meeting.

• ZBA 25-03 – appeal of the zoning administrator’s decision on a mobile‑home spot at 121 Alexandria Street (R‑1 zone)
• ZBA 25-04 – variance request to raise lot coverage to 34.2% (3,597.9 sq ft) on 1701 B Ave (R‑3 zone)
• Approval of the February 18, 2025 meeting minutes

Special Council

The West Columbia City Council will consider a resolution allowing beer and wine to be consumed in cups at the Spring Rhythm on the River concert series held at the Wyman C. “Mac” Rish Riverwalk Amphitheater on three Saturdays in late May and early June 2025. Council members will also review the Accommodations Tax Committee’s recommendations to distribute $200,000 of available tax funds among eight local tourism and cultural organizations. Additional items include zoning changes for parcels on Leaphart Road and C Trotter Road, a fire service agreement with Lexington County, and an amendment to the façade grant program to add hardscaping and landscaping.

• Resolution to permit beer and wine consumption at the Spring Rhythm on the River concert series (May 31–June 14 2025) at the Riverwalk Amphitheater
• Approval of Accommodations Tax Committee funding distribution of $200,000 to eight organizations (e.g., Riverbanks Zoo $15,000, GCWC Visitors Center $50,000)
• Second‑reading recommendation to zone 2.92 acres at 2806 Leaphart Road as C‑2
• Amendment to the façade grant assistance program to include hardscaping and landscaping
• Approval of a Fire Service Agreement with Lexington County

West Columbia Beautification Foundation

The West Columbia Beautification Foundation will approve minutes from its February 6 meeting and receive updates on its finances, the 2025 Taste on the River fundraiser, and current beautification projects. It will also discuss a plant sale and consider an $880 expenditure to renew its annual liability insurance policy with Johnson & Associates Insurance, Inc.

• Approval of minutes from the February 6, 2025 meeting
• Monthly financial report
• Update on the 2025 Taste on the River fundraiser
• Discussion regarding plant sale
• Consideration to approve $880 for renewal of the annual liability insurance policy with Johnson & Associates Insurance, Inc.

Regular Council

The West Columbia City Council will consider approving a $2.09 million ladder truck, waiving a rental fee for an amphitheater event, and establishing new zoning for several properties. The meeting will also include presentations on facade grants and city capital projects.

• Consideration to approve a Pierce 100 7' PUC Quint Ladder Truck for $2,090,762
• Consideration to waive the Wyman C. "Mac" Rish Amphitheater rental fee of $300
• Second Reading to establish a PUD-C zoning for 3.15 acres at 620 Sunset Blvd.
• First Reading to establish C-2 zoning for 2.92 acres at 2806 Leaphart Road
• Consideration to certify four building sites as abandoned at 104 Augusta Street and 326 Alexander Road

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to discuss establishing C-2 zoning for a 0.67-acre parcel. The body will also review and approve minutes from previous January and February meetings.

• Public hearing for C-2 zoning of 0.67 acres at 101 Pinecrest Ave (TMS 004531-02-008)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will review two special exception requests for properties zoned C-2 (General Commercial). The board will determine if the proposed uses are in harmony with the intent and purpose of the zoning ordinance.

• ZBA 25-01: Special exception request for transit and ground passenger transportation at 1471 Platt Springs Road
• ZBA 25-02: Special exception request for construction use at 1907 Platt Springs Road

Council Work Session

The West Columbia City Council will hold a work session on February 10, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. The meeting will be held in the New Brookland Room at City Hall. No specific agenda items are listed; the notice serves as a procedural announcement.

West Columbia Beautification Foundation

The West Columbia Beautification Foundation will meet on February 6, 2025. The agenda includes approval of minutes from the January 9 meeting, a monthly financial report, and updates on current beautification projects. The board will discuss the 2025 events subcommittee and consider approving expenditures for the Taste on the River fundraiser. No rezoning, contract, or ordinance items are listed.

• Approval of minutes from the January 9, 2025 meeting
• Monthly financial report presentation
• Update on current US #1 beautification projects
• Discussion of the Calendar Year 2025 Events Subcommittee
• Consideration of expenditures for the 2025 Taste on the River fundraiser

Regular Council

The West Columbia City Council will take a second‑reading vote on the Planning Commission’s recommendation to amend the city zoning ordinance that regulates tobacco stores, smoke shops, vape shops and hookah lounges. It will also consider a second‑reading ordinance to add violations of tobacco laws to the list of public nuisances. New business includes a resolution to allow temporary lane closures for Kinetic Derby Day on April 26, 2025, and a first‑reading recommendation to establish a Planned Unit Development‑C on about 3.15 acres at 620 Sunset Blvd. The council will also discuss an agreement with Lexington County on street maintenance.

• Second reading amendment to the zoning ordinance for tobacco, smoke, vape shops and hookah lounges
• Second reading ordinance to classify violations of tobacco laws as a public nuisance
• Resolution to support temporary lane closures for Kinetic Derby Day on Saturday, April 26, 2025
• First reading recommendation to establish a PUD‑C on approximately 3.15 acres at 620 Sunset Blvd
• Consideration to approve an agreement with Lexington County regarding street maintenance

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings to establish zoning for two parcels of land recently annexed into the city. The body will decide whether to designate these properties for general commercial or light manufacturing use.

• Establish C-2 (General Commercial) zoning for 2.92 acres at 2806 Leaphart Road
• Establish C-2 (General Commercial) and LM (Light Manufacturing) zoning for 3.07 acres at 38-42 C Trotter Road

Special Council

The West Columbia City Council will consider a second‑reading amendment to the city zoning ordinance that defines and regulates tobacco stores, smoke shops, vape shops, hookah lounges, and vape lounges. It will also review rezoning of a 2.25‑acre parcel at 1640 Airport Blvd from C‑2 (General Commercial) to Light Manufacturing, and an infill overlay district for a .34‑acre parcel on Charleston Hwy currently zoned C‑3 (Restricted Commercial). Additional items include a first‑reading ordinance to classify violations of tobacco laws as a public nuisance, appointments to the Employee Grievance Committee, and approval of a $77,535.75 contract with Global Fence & Supply for fencing improvements at a public works facility.

• Second reading amendment to zoning ordinance for tobacco, smoke, vape shops and related lounges
• Rezoning 2.25 acres at 1640 Airport Blvd from C‑2 to Light Manufacturing
• Establishment of infill overlay district on .34 acres on Charleston Hwy (C‑3)
• First reading ordinance to make tobacco law violations a public nuisance
• Approval of $77,535.75 contract with Global Fence & Supply for facility fencing

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission and City Council will hold a joint public hearing regarding a map amendment for 3.15 acres at 620 Sunset Blvd. The proposal seeks to change the zoning from General Commercial (C-2) to a Planned Unit Development-Commercial (PUD-C).

• Proposed rezoning of 3.15 acres at 620 Sunset Blvd from C-2 to PUD-C
• Plan for 52 dwelling units (townhomes) on 2.75 acres
• Proposed 0.4 acres for nonresidential use
• Request for special approval as the site is under the 4-acre PUD requirement
• Proposed 0.29 acres of open space

Zoning Board of Appeals

The West Columbia Zoning Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for January 21, 2025 was canceled because of inclement weather. No agenda items were voted on or approved. The agenda had listed two special‑exception requests: one for a transit and ground passenger transportation use at 1471 Platt Springs Road, and another for a construction use at 1907 Platt Springs Road, both in C‑2 (General Commercial) zoning. The next regular meeting is set for February 18, 2025.

• Special exception request for transit and ground passenger transportation at 1471 Platt Springs Road (zoned C‑2)
• Special exception request for construction use at 1907 Platt Springs Road (zoned C‑2)

West Columbia Beautification Foundation

The West Columbia Beautification Foundation will meet on Jan 9, 2025. The board will approve minutes from the Oct 3 and Nov 7, 2024 meetings, review the monthly financial report, and discuss future projects and events. No other decisions are listed.

• Approve minutes from Oct 3 and Nov 7, 2024 meetings
• Monthly financial report
• Discussion of future projects and events

Regular Council

The West Columbia City Council will consider second readings for zoning ordinance amendments and annexations, as well as first readings for new rezoning and annexation proposals. The meeting will also include the approval of minutes and a jury list.

• Second reading: Amend zoning ordinance for mini-warehouse and self-storage uses
• Second reading: Annex 2.92 acres at 2806 Leaphart Road
• First reading: Rezoning 2.25 acres at 1640 Airport Blvd to Light Manufacturing
• First reading: Establish Infill Overlay District on .34 acres on Charleston Hwy
• First reading: Annex property at 101 Pinecrest Avenue

Public Notice

A quorum of West Columbia City Council members will hold a discussion with South Carolina Legislators. No votes will be taken during this meeting.

• Discussion with South Carolina Legislators