City of Sumter
1. Call to Order - Mayor David P. Merchant
2. Invocation/Pledge of Allegiance – Councilman Anthony Gibson
3. Approval of Minutes – January 16, 2023 – Regular Meeting
Legacy of Excellence presentation celebrating Black History Month and recognizing former Mayor Pro Tempores Hattie S. Scarborough and Thomas “Bubba” Lowery.
Receive comments from the public and consider First Reading of an ordinance to rezone one (1) parcel of land totaling approximately 0.17 acres from Residential‐6 (R‐6) to General Residential (GR). The property is located at 160 Hoyt Street and identified by Tax Map Number 227‐13‐01‐019.
Consider appointments expired on December 31, 2023, and other vacancies.
Consider First Reading of an ordinance to adopt the Community Development Block Grant Entitlement Budget for the fiscal year 2024‐2025.
Consider Resolution Number 930 authorizing a contract for the South Milton Road Sewer Replacement Project.
Receive comments from Councilmembers concerning matters of interest to City Council and the City of Sumter.
Receive comments and/or reports from the City Manager.
Citizens of the City desiring to speak must notify the City Clerk prior to the beginning of the meeting by completing the sign‐in sheet located at the entrance to the Council Chambers. Comments are limited to no more than three (3) minutes.
Review any pending legislation pertinent to local government.
To discuss contractual matters, personnel matters, and appointments to Boards and Commissions, and/or to receive legal advice relating to matters covered by attorney‐client privilege, if necessary, in accordance with Section 30‐4‐70 of the South Carolina Code of Laws.
The public is hereby notified that if City Council holds an Executive Session, the City Council may take official action on the above‐listed matters following the conclusion of the Executive Session.