Commissioners Zoom's Meeting

The Richland County Board of Commissioners held a meeting on August 4, 2026, where they discussed upgrading internet service circuits across various county buildings. Two proposals were reviewed: one to upgrade all circuits and another to upgrade only those circuits deemed necessary. The commissioners decided to proceed with partial upgrades to optimize costs, resulting in a five-year contract with state-negotiated pricing that would slightly increase monthly expenses but improve service where needed, such as at the sheriff's office. Additionally, the board approved motions related to contract amendments for broadband projects, travel requests, emergency plans for county buildings, and the installation of new fiber optic cable. The meeting concluded with a motion to enter executive session regarding public employee discipline.