City Council Meeting - August 10, 2026

The City Council meeting of Florence, South Carolina, held on August 10, 2026, included several procurement and infrastructure-related discussions. Key agenda items involved multiple resolutions approving municipal state highway project agreements with the South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) for corridor improvements on US 76 East Palmetto Street, Lucas Street/Herby Street, South Church Street, and a bridge replacement on Cashew Drive over Jeff Creek. These projects, funded primarily through federal and state sources, aim to enhance roadway safety, pedestrian access, and infrastructure resilience, with some requiring relocation of city water and sewer lines. The council also discussed the ongoing wastewater system upgrades, including force main replacements and pump station eliminations, funded through a combination of State Revolving Fund (SRF) loans and a $138 million bond approved in 2025. Additionally, the council reviewed the status of the city’s banking RFP process and opioid settlement fund allocations. No votes were taken on expenditures during executive sessions, but several resolutions related to redevelopment grants and housing incentives were approved. The meeting also featured recognitions of city employees and local businesses, as well as updates on public safety technology awards and urban development projects.