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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.
City Council covered a full slate last night—from rezoning and cell tower rules to city property deals and a new parking lot project. Plenty of decisions in the works that could shape how Sumter grows and connects. To see the full agenda from last night’s meeting, go to sumtersc.gov. All City Council meetings are now available to watch the next day on the City’s YouTube channel as well. Exciting...
Big news from last night’s City Council meeting (August 19, 2025): the North Main Corridor Improvement Project – Phase 2 is moving forward! This $1.3 million initiative, funded through state grant funds, will take place near Morris College and is being developed in partnership with the college to enhance the area surrounding the campus and improve a key entry point into the city. Key project...
The City of Sumter is proud to announce the Serve First Open, an ATP Challenger 125 tournament, coming to the Palmetto Tennis Center from August 11–17, 2025—marking the most prestigious international sports tourism event the city has ever hosted. As part of the second-highest tier of professional men’s tennis, the ATP Tour brings some of the top-ranked players in the world to compete just days...
On June 10th, the City of Sumter officially cut the ribbon on the newly renovated South Sumter Park! Located on 630 S Sumter Street, upgrades to this park include: Basketball courts in a new “airnasium” Fenced pickleball courts Updated playgrounds Pavilion with restrooms Walking trail, improved parking, and landscaping Renovated baseball field & picnic areas Thanks to our SC Legislative team and...