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Mailing Address
P.O. Box 1449
Sumter, SC 29151
Physical Location
21 N. Main Street
Sumter, SC 29150
Phone
(803) 436-2500
vision and mission
The City of Sumter exists to provide our citizens an environment of opportunity and excellent public services.
We do this by:
Mayor's Minute
The Mayor’s Minute is a community-focused information series from the City of Sumter, designed to keep residents and visitors informed, engaged, and connected. Through this initiative, the City underscores its ongoing commitment to accountability and transparency, while providing timely updates and insights on important projects, programs, and events. The Mayor's office shares this series as a way to strengthen communication, foster trust, and ensure that the community remains an active partner in shaping Sumter’s future.
As we prepare for the impending threat from Hurricane Matthew, Governor Haley has issued executive orders closing schools and government agencies around the state and is evacuating coastal areas inland. We cannot know whether or not we will be impacted by this storm; but we can assure you that the City of Sumter is ready. The safety and quality of life of our residents are our top priorities...
How many times have Sumterites hunkered down in preparation for a hurricane? Sometimes we are hit; more often, we are not. But our common sense tells us, “Don’t take a chance.” We need to treat the coronavirus the same way. The next couple of weeks are a critical time. The US Surgeon General has likened this situation to Pearl Harbor or 9/11. The experts have devoted their lives to controlling...
Our city has been deeply affected by recent acts of gun violence that have claimed too many lives. It is disheartening to find ourselves once again facing similar issues, just as we did in June with a group of citizens and community leaders. The story remains the same: young people in our community are resorting to gun violence to resolve disagreements and conflicts. These tragedies are both...