April 28 2026 Sumter County Council regular meeting

The Sumter County Council held its regular meeting on April 28, 2026. Key procurement-related discussions included the first readings of ordinances approving agreements and easements, such as an agreement with the town of Mayesville for magistrate court offenses where fines collected will go to Sumter County, and an easement related to utility line rerouting near Alice Drive Middle School involving USC Sumter. The council also discussed an ordinance to set a maximum charge of $400 for waste tire disposal in compliance with state law, with pricing to be determined by county officials. Budget discussions highlighted a significant revenue deficit of over $3.7 million and a capital fund deficit exceeding $6.4 million, indicating a challenging budget process ahead. No contract awards or vendor selections were reported, but the council is actively managing agreements and budget allocations affecting county operations. Additionally, a community engagement proposal for a countywide kickball game was presented, though it did not involve procurement decisions.