Committee of the Whole August 18, 2026

The Greenville County Council Committee of the Whole met on August 18, 2026, with a significant portion of the meeting dedicated to a detailed presentation by Greenville Water. The presentation covered the utility's extensive infrastructure, including over 3,200 miles of pipe and a $495 million five-year capital improvement plan focused on water line replacements, pump station upgrades, and transmission main projects to support regional growth. The discussion highlighted ongoing and planned capital projects such as a $74 million pump station upgrade, a $24 million transmission improvement for a wholesale customer, and a $250 million ten-year galvanized pipe replacement initiative. The council also discussed coordination efforts with county engineers to align infrastructure projects and addressed challenges related to recent wildfires impacting watersheds and water quality. Additionally, the meeting included a discussion on county council employee evaluations, focusing on the process, legal considerations, and the potential involvement of outside counsel or HR professionals to develop a suitable evaluation system. No formal votes were taken on procurement matters during this session, but the capital improvement projects and budget allocations for Greenville Water were prominently featured.