9/21
Council approved an ordinance to allow for embellishments on billboard signs , to allow them to be more versatile to owners and more 3-D in design.

Downtown hotel land transfers were given final reading earlier this month and closing on the property is expected within the next week. Land...Read more
8/17
Public Hearings were held to discuss billboard copy extensions and a rezoning request on Keels Road.

City approved the 2016 State Grant Streets Resurfacing Projects, including work on:

Kilgo Street Providence Street President Drive Middle Street Willis Street Peace Avenue...Read more
7/22

The massive fire that blazed for two days at Sumter Casket Co...Read more

7/20
Council approved an ordinance to rezone approximately 3.26 acres of property, across from the Clyburn Transportation Center , from general commercial and light industrial to the Central Business District. This piece of property is owned by the City and the planned location of our new Utility...Read more
7/13

In 2012, a customer repeatedly came into the City of Sumter Utility Finance department to pay his water bill late. He had special needs and lived by himself. Although he was continually late in paying his water bill, his difficult circumstances made timely payment a real challenge.

As it...Read more

Mayor's Minute

David P. Merchant, Mayor of Sumter, South Carolina
A community investment information series from the City of Sumter, SC Mayor's Office.

Thank you for taking the time to visit the Mayor’s Minute, a community investment information series from the City of Sumter. The City of Sumter is committed to accountability and transparency, and it is my hope that this series extends this commitment to our residents and visitors.

In Sumter, we are blessed with a diverse community from all different backgrounds. Whether you are a military friend or a lifelong resident, we all call Sumter home and we want it to be the best home it can be. Sumter is home to multiple institutions of higher education, premier tourism destinations like Swan Lake Iris Gardens and a military friendly community in partnership with Shaw Air Force Base.

Ours is a city of uncommon patriotism and progressive spirit. Every day, I get to meet and talk with residents and community builders who are working to improve Sumter in their own way. This service shows that our people care about our city and community, and I hope the information on this webpage is helpful to you as you carry on in your tireless efforts.

As mayor, I am excited to welcome you to the City of Sumter and hope you will join me in exploring the educational, entrepreneurial and civic opportunities this community offers.

--Mayor David Merchant