Homelessness in South Carolina local government
What South Carolina city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about homelessness — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
23 South Carolina meetings since 2024 covered homelessness. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in South Carolina with the most homelessness activity
- Columbia, SC (10)
- Charleston, SC (5)
- York County, SC (2)
- Lancaster County, SC (2)
- Barnwell County, SC (1)
- Abbeville, SC (1)
- Pickens County, SC (1)
- Clemson, SC (1)
Latest matching meetings
City Council to approve $949,022 security guard contract for homeless services
The council will adopt the agenda, approve minutes from recent meetings, and receive three proclamations. The consent agenda authorizes a series of professional‑services and procurement contracts for FY 2026‑2027. Key items include a $949,022 security guard services contract for the Homeless Services Department, a…
Public Works Committee will hear an update on the York County Animal Shelter
The committee will first vote to approve the minutes from its October 22, 2025 meeting. It will then hear a staff update, with input from Croft & Associates and LMG, on the operations of the York County Animal Shelter. No other actions are listed for this meeting.
Animal Shelter Board to discuss ordinance update, shelter needs, and fundraising
The Barnwell County Animal Shelter Board meets to approve May and June minutes, discuss an ordinance update and transition, review fundraising efforts including a golf fundraiser, hear shelter director updates on needs and donation account status, and cover foster/rescue numbers, social media event Dogust 1st…
Council to vote on FY2027 budget ordinance on second reading
City Council will hold second reading on the FY2027 budget ordinance and several water and sewer rate amendments. The consent agenda includes contracts for homeless services, police uniforms, water infrastructure, and ShotSpotter gunshot detection renewal.
Council to vote on $17.8M contract for Columbia Canal headgates
The Columbia City Council will consider authorizing a $17.8 million construction contract for the Canal Headgates Structure and a $2.1 million amendment for canal embankment repair. Consent items include contracts for security at homeless facilities, opioid treatment services, and several water and park infrastructure…
Budget workshop featuring 27 department presentations
The Lancaster County Council is holding a budget workshop to hear departmental presentations from agencies including Animal Shelter, Sheriff's Office, Planning & Zoning, and Economic Development. Discussions will cover the operating budget, personnel updates, the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP), and revenue review. No…
Committee to discuss homeless housing and federal legislative updates
The Columbia Council Legislative Committee will review meeting minutes from August 2025 and receive a federal legislative update. The body will also discuss the status of pending project requests, homeless and housing issues, and a 2026 Capitol Hill visit.
Council to consider authorization for 52 affordable housing units on America Street
The Ways and Means Committee will consider several financial and real estate items, including a $942,152 change order for a temporary fire station at 292 Meeting Street, an $885,373 contract for Governors Park drainage improvements, and a $237,257 contract for the Gateway to Housing Program. The committee will also…
Homeless update and public health report on agenda
The Health and Wellness Advisory Committee will hear a homeless update from the Hope Center executive director and a community public health update from the state health department. The committee will also receive a presentation from Fetter Health Care Network. No votes are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion and…
Council discusses homelessness consulting project kickoff
City Council will hear a presentation on the Columbia Homelessness Consulting Services Project, then hold an executive session to discuss contract negotiations with Health Management Associates, Inc. No votes are scheduled; this is a discussion-only work session.
City Council to discuss a warming shelter for the homeless
The Abbeville City Council workshop will include a tour of the opera house jail cells, followed by a discussion on establishing a warming shelter for homeless individuals. After the discussion, the council will consider actions based on that conversation. A public comment period will follow, but no council action is…
City Council to approve contracts for security, opioid treatment, and water projects
The Columbia City Council will meet to approve contracts for security at a homeless center, opioid treatment programs, and various water and sewer infrastructure projects. The meeting also includes an executive session for legal advice.
Council to vote on $1.34M police body camera, taser contract
The Columbia City Council will consider a consent agenda of over 20 items, including multi-year contracts for police technology, software, park improvements, and water infrastructure. Key votes include a $1.34 million Axon contract for body cameras, tasers, and storage, a $168,727 homeless services consultant, and a…
Council to review ARPA funding for a homeless shelter
The Lancaster County Council Committee of the Whole will meet to discuss the use of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding for a homeless shelter. The body will also review the 2026 meeting calendar and discuss online financial documents.
Council to vote on $1.5M-$1.9M fee transfer for homeless housing
Council will act on several items including transferring fee-in-lieu funds from Courier Square to Star Gospel Mission for 22 rental units for persons transitioning from homelessness. They will also consider a $5.34M contract for parking garage repairs, a $832,600 port security grant requiring a $208,150 match, and a…
Columbia committee meets to discuss homeless services blueprint
The Homeless Services Ad Hoc Committee will meet to approve minutes from April 2025 and receive an update on the Homeless Services Blueprint. The agenda includes a presentation from a community partner and a closed executive session for legal advice.
Commission to hear homelessness/housing presentation, discuss affordable housing
The Human Affairs and Racial Conciliation Commission will hear a joint presentation from multiple organizations on homelessness and housing strategies. Old business items include discussions on unhoused/rapid/affordable housing, youth initiatives, Commons St Commons, and a proposed HARCC Ordinance. The meeting also…
Council to consider tax incentives for Project Exodus
The Pickens County Council will hold a public hearing and third reading for a fee-in-lieu-of-tax agreement with Project Exodus. The body will also discuss the reassessment rollback millage rate for the 2025-2026 fiscal year and consider ordinances regarding road maintenance and unsafe property conditions.
IAAAM director to present; housing and Union Pier on agenda
The Human Affairs and Racial Conciliation Commission will hear a presentation from Dr. Felice Ferguson Knight, Director of Education at the International African American Museum, on history and culture. The commission will also discuss old business items including unhoused/rapid housing, youth initiatives, affordable…
Columbia committee to discuss homelessness data and legal advice
The Homeless Services Ad Hoc Committee will meet to approve minutes, review a taskforce report, and receive an operational update. The meeting will also include a legal session on attorney-client privilege matters.
Clemson City Council to discuss rezoning, parking, and homelessness
The City Council will meet to review materials regarding rezoning, parking, and homelessness. The agenda includes discussions on bonding and parks. The meeting also includes a public hearing regarding golf carts.
Homeless committee to hear update, discuss contract negotiations
The Homeless Services Ad Hoc Committee will discuss a homeless services update and the Point in Time Count, then hold an executive session to negotiate proposed contractual arrangements for homeless services. No votes or decisions are on the open agenda.
York County Council to discuss strategic goals and animal shelter update
The County Council will hold a workshop to discuss strategic plan goals regarding responsible growth and community safety. Staff will also provide an update on the animal shelter.