Richland County on LinkedIn: #safetymonth #activeshooter #richlandcountysc (2024)

3 ... 2 ... 1, block party🥳! Richland County’s Neighborhood Block Party is tomorrow, 6 p.m. June 27 at Meadowlake Park, 600 Beckman Road, Columbia📍.Come meet your neighbors and see the work of your local neighborhoods at this can't-miss event, hosted by the County’s Neighborhood Improvement Program🏘️.Email nip@richlandcountysc.gov to learn more.#BlockParty #SummerFun #RichlandCountySC

Are you passionate about law enforcement🤔? Do you want to play a pivotal role in the protection of others? Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center (ASGDC) is seeking individuals devoted to public safety, institutional safety and delivering a constitutional level of service to join its team.ASGDC features numerous job opportunities for candidates with a strong sense of commitment and dedication🤝🏼.Apply today at bit.ly/444qDIZ 💻!#RichlandCountySC

Richland County Community Development wants to hear from YOU at its Annual Action Plan Public Hearing, 6 p.m. tomorrow, June 27, in Council Chambers at 2020 Hampton St., Columbia.The Action Plan outlines how the County uses federal funding to address vital needs for low- and moderate-income residents. This includes access to affordable housing, health services and neighborhood revitalization through programs such as: 📌Community Development Block Grants 📌HOME Investment Partnership 📌Emergency Solutions GrantsJoin us to give your feedback🗣️ on how these funds are distributed. You can also view the Action Plan draft inside the Office of Community Development at 2020 Hampton St., or online at tinyurl.com/2wch95dw.#RichlandCountySC

1

PROGRESS CONTINUES🚧.Richland County has made significant strides⏩ in its efforts to redevelop part of the former Columbia Place Mall into office space for County and state government.When construction is complete, the mall's second floor will house the South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice and the County's voter registration office, while the first floor will contain the County’s 911 call center📞 and SC Department of Probation, Parole and Pardon Services. Plans for a new family center for the South Carolina Department of Social Services are also in the works✨!Check out recent developments in the 📸 below, and stay tuned for further updates on the work as it proceeds.#RichlandCountySC

5

The end of an era.A retirement celebration to honor Robin Waites, former executive director of Historic Columbia, was held today at Robert Mills House & Gardens.Waites was presented with the Order of the Palmetto, the state’s highest civilian honor. Also announced: A new Robin Waites Community Engagement Center will serve as a multipurpose space for collaboration, education and community.Current and former local leaders spoke during the ceremony, including County Councilwoman Gretchen D. Barron (District 7). Richland County Councilman Paul Livingston (District 4) also was on hand to honor and celebrate Waites.Thank you for your two decades of service to our community👏🏽! We look forward to seeing what adventure a-Waites you next.#JobWellDone #HistoricColumbia #RichlandCountySC

27

Schneider Electric is expanding in Richland County🆕!The leader in energy management and automation will invest a combined $23.8 million to grow🌱 its operations in Richland and Oconee counties.Located at 8821 Garners Ferry Road📍 in Hopkins, Schneider's Richland facility will specialize in NW breakers, low-voltage switchgear and switchboards, and add 150 new jobs📈 to the County’s workforce!Hiring for both facilities will take place throughout 2024. Learn more about how Schneider Electric is growing in South Carolina at bit.ly/45CCMGL.Find job opportunities at se.com/us 💼.#JobGrowth #EconomicDevelopment #RichlandCountySC

7

It’s Tuesday, Richland County!Today’s bunch of meetings at 2020 Hampton St. include: 📌A Transportation Improvement Work Session meeting at 2 p.m. in Council Chambers. 📌A Development & Service Committee meeting at 5 p.m. in Council Chambers. 📌An Administration & Finance Committee meeting at 6 p.m. in Council Chambers. 📌A Zoning Public Hearing at 7 p.m. in Council Chambers.Make sure to stay locked in with the County by streaming meetings live via YouTube at https://lnkd.in/gmx_K3jC or via Facebook at https://lnkd.in/ew9tqpf2 💻.#RichlandCountySC

2

The County's Transportation Penny has secured state and federal funding for infrastructure and transit needs where we live, including:🚃 80 percent federal match for every dollar spent on The COMET’s capital projects🛣️ interstate improvements in the Midlands🏢 increased funding for small businesses#YourTransportationPenny #RichlandCountySC

6

📢WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU… about a proposed Transportation Sales Tax referendum.During a public hearing at 6 p.m. Tuesday, July 9, you can give input🗣️ on the potential referendum before County Council votes on the measure later in July.Those who can't attend in person or who wish to submit comments in writing📝 should email them to rccoco@richlandcountysc.gov by 5 p.m. Monday, July 8.The public hearing will be in Council Chambers at 2020 Hampton St., Columbia📍. For questions, email the address above or call 803-576-2061.Learn more at tinyurl.com/454tdvt5 💻.#YourTransportationPenny #RichlandCountySC

7