CITY COUNCIL 4/14/26

The City Council of Greer held a meeting on April 14, 2026, addressing several procurement and development matters. Key procurement discussions included the approval of a contract award to McMur Grading LLC for stormwater improvement projects following a sealed bid process. The council also reviewed and approved multiple resolutions to accept new subdivision streets into the city’s street system, confirming that construction met city standards. Additionally, the council deliberated on annexation and zoning for a proposed residential development on Mrath Road, including buffer and infrastructure requirements, amid public concerns about privacy and traffic. The meeting featured a detailed review and approval of accommodations tax grant allocations totaling approximately $182,000, funding various cultural, tourism, and community events such as the Greer Arts and Eats Festival, the Jubilee Food, Wine and Culture Festival, and the Foothills Philharmonic. The council approved an amendment to increase funding for the Philharmonic and adjust allocations for the Jubilee event. Other agenda items included updates on a pilot watershed study and stormwater infrastructure maintenance. The council also passed a resolution to name the municipal courtroom after Judge Henry J. Mims. Overall, the meeting focused on capital improvement projects, grant funding decisions, and development-related zoning and infrastructure approvals.