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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.
If you noticed some larger trailers taking up parking at the Sumter Opera House this week, that is the cast and film crew from the Faith-based drama movie ‘Gods Not Dead’ working on their next film. We look forward to seeing Sumter on the big screen again soon! This is not the first time Sumter has been the backdrop to a Hollywood production. Our staff works with the SC Film Commission on these...
City Council recognized Dr. Tim Hardee and for his tremendous efforts at Central Carolina Technical College. Dr. Hardee has recently been named the next President and Executive Director of South Carolina Technical College system. Comprised of 16 colleges, including CCTC, located across the state and two internationally-renowned statewide programs: readySC and Apprenticeship Carolina; the SC...
Sumter, SC (April 1, 2020) – Today was National Census Day, I want to encourage you to respond to the 2020 Census and help us shape the future. The 2020 Census is more than a population count. It’s an opportunity to shape the future of our community. The census results have an impact on planning and funding for health clinics, highways, fire departments and disaster response, education programs...
The city has been going around town distributing checks from the Community Development Block Grant. Four worthy recipients received various amounts of funds to support their goals. Recipients included: Sumter United Ministries - $44,900 for Construction Projects Sumter HYPE Program - $3,000 for Youth Field Studies Sumter Youth Corps and Co-Op - $49,000 for their employment program Sumter YMCA - $2...
Public Hearings were held to discuss billboard copy extensions and a rezoning request on Keels Road. City approved the 2016 State Grant Streets Resurfacing Projects, including work on: Kilgo Street Providence Street President Drive Middle Street Willis Street Peace Avenue Washington Street (Liberty to Dingle) Sumter Street Milton Road Jackson Street Anne Park Wactor Street Edgewater Drive Ellen...
My friends, I know it has been a tough couple of months. First and foremost, I am proud of our community for remaining vigilant through this unusual time, but while many areas in our state and nation are preparing to transition back to normal, I want to encourage all of us to continue remaining vigilant—stay home as much as possible, and use caution when you need to go out. The experts at the CDC...
We just want to say thank you to all the teachers, administrators, and support staff and all you do to make the school year successful and to make sure the children feel loved and they are in a space where they can learn and really take their education to the next level. If you have the opportunity, we really need to help volunteer. Our community needs you and schools need you. It takes all of us...
Earlier this month, the City of Sumter proudly opened our newest addition, the South Sumter Art Park, with a celebratory ribbon cutting! This vibrant space is a welcoming hub for creativity, culture, and community, designed to bring people together and inspire connections through art. The park offers something for everyone, featuring a beautiful pavilion, convenient restrooms, an inclusive...