Mayor Merchant and wife Laurie
2/16

February 2021 Council Highlights

COVID-19 updates: The COVID-19 mask mandate remains in effect for the City of Sumter. More info and updates on our website at www.sumtersc.gov . Shaw AFB has updated their COVID-19 restrictions where 20 FW military personnel are now PERMITTED to patronize...Read more
2/1

Mayor Merchant Welcomes Perspective Teachers to Sumter

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1/20

Litter Update

We would like the public to know that we, just like many communities across the country and state, are aware of the litter issues and that we have created a new position for littler prevention, so moving forward we are working to be more proactive. We have a long way to go, but the process has...Read more
12/16

December 2020 Council Highlights

In celebration of 2020 Arbor Day the City of Sumter planted a Deciduous Flowering Magnolia Tree at Memorial Park earlier this month. This is in support of the City of Sumter’s commitment as a Tree City USA and commemorates our 34th anniversary in the program. The flowering magnolia typically blooms...Read more
11/18

November 2020 Council Highlights

We want to congratulate Pilgrim’s Pride, the Sumter School District and Palmetto Health Tuomey Hospital on being recognized as the 2020 “Extra Mile Day” honorees. The organizations were recognized at the same time the City of Sumter declared Sunday, Nov. 1, 2020, as “ Extra Mile Day .” Along with...Read more
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Mayor's Minute

A community investment information series from the City of Sumter, SC Mayor's Office.

Thank you for taking the time to visit the Mayor’s Minute, a community investment information series from the City of Sumter. The City of Sumter is committed to accountability and transparency, and it is my hope that this series extends this commitment to our residents and visitors.

In Sumter, we are blessed with a diverse community from all different backgrounds. Whether you are a military friend or a lifelong resident, we all call Sumter home and we want it to be the best home it can be. Sumter is home to multiple institutions of higher education, premier tourism destinations like Swan Lake Iris Gardens and a military friendly community in partnership with Shaw Air Force Base.

Ours is a city of uncommon patriotism and progressive spirit. Every day, I get to meet and talk with residents and community builders who are working to improve Sumter in their own way. This service shows that our people care about our city and community, and I hope the information on this webpage is helpful to you as you carry on in your tireless efforts.

As mayor, I am excited to welcome you to the City of Sumter and hope you will join me in exploring the educational, entrepreneurial and civic opportunities this community offers.

--Mayor David Merchant