Commissioners Zoom's Meeting

The Richland County Board of Commissioners held a meeting on July 9, 2026, during which several procurement and budget-related decisions were made. The board approved requisitions, weekly transfers, and additional appropriation requests, as well as the 2027 tax budget. They authorized the hiring of three new employees for Job and Family Services and approved a consultant agreement for the Marian Avenue Bridge project with a maximum fee of $99,277. The board also authorized advertising for two wastewater positions and approved a $7,240 repair quote for an air conditioning compressor at Job and Family Services. Additionally, they approved a $75,784.89 contract for access control software and security camera upgrades at the 911 call center. Lastly, the board discussed and approved a contract adjustment with Bright Speed involving a net cost of approximately $1,500 after a credit, for purchasing devices to support the transition from copper lines to fiber for fax machines, opting to buy devices outright rather than rent.