BORCELLE Richland County’s 2025 calendar is a production of the County’s Public Information Office.
SUSAN O’CAIN Director
ASHLEY FULLERTON Media Production Specialist
THOMAS GILBERT Social Media Specialist
ANDREW HAWORTH Manager of Communications
TODD MONEY Community Engagement Coordinator
K. WAYNE THORNLEY Manager of Communications
JANUARY
because of the dedication and hard work of its staff Richland County employs more than 1,400 individuals who contribute every day toward providing essential services to our community. These employees are instrumental in making strategic decisions and advancing the core principles of County Council's strategic plan, all while ensuring that residents and businesses have access to the services they need.
For its 2025 calendar, the Richland County Public Information Office is proud to showcase Service Stars County employees who consistently demonstrate diligence, helpfulness, and a caring attitude toward the community.
Follow Richland County on social media to stay in the know about news, events and happenings. And tune to our local television channel, RCTV, on Spectrum Channel 1302 or AT&T U-verse Channel 99. Each month of the calendar highlights a different County employee (or employees) and the department they serve, celebrating their contributions to public service.
Although not every Richland County office is featured in the calendar, it’s important to note that all departments play a vital role in the County’s mission
One such office is the County Ombudsman, a central contact point for the public. The Ombudsman’s office handles residents’ concerns, requests and general inquiries, ensuring they are directed to the appropriate department for follow-up. To reach this office, call 803-929-6000 or email ombudsman@richlandcountysc.gov.
Richland Countys Transportation Penny website, richlandpenny.com, serves as a hub for residents to find the latest information on the Penny program and the transformative infrastructure projects happening County-wide
The County’s main website, richlandcountysc.gov provides services and information to residents, businesses and visitors Make online payments locate a lost pet, submit service requests read current news and much more While you're on the site, sign up to receive the County’s weekly e-newsletter the Richland Weekly Review, by clicking the link at the bottom of the page
Jason Branham District 1 2022-2026
Weaver
2022-2026
Derrek Pugh District 2 2024-2028 Paul Livingston District 4 2022-2026
Terracio District 5 2022-2026
Richland County operates under the Council-Administrator form of government. County Councilmembers are elected in November general elections from single-member districts for four-year terms beginning Jan. 1 of the following year.
The 11-member Council appoints an Administrator to be the chief administrative officer of Richland County Government and to manage all departments under the jurisdiction of Richland County Council.
The Administrator executes the policies directives and legislative actions of Council, manages and coordinates operations, prepares operating and capital budgets and performs essential duties in overseeing the daily and long-term activities of County government
Reach the Clerk to Council’s Office at 803-576-2060 or rc
Richland County Council generally meets the first and third Tuesday of each month at 6 pm in Council Chambers, located at the County Administration Building, 2020 Hampton St., Columbia. All regularly scheduled Council meetings can be viewed live and on demand at richlandcountysc.gov.
o u n t y C o u n c
Paul Brawley
Office Address:
2020 Hampton St., Suite 2067
P.O. Box 192, Columbia, SC 29202
Phone: 803-576-2600
Email: rcauditor@richlandcountysc.gov
Kendra L. Dove Treasurer Auditor
Office Address: 2020 Hampton St P.O. Box 11947, Columbia, SC 29211
Phone: 803-576-2250
Email: treasurer@richlandcountysc.gov
Office Address: 1701 Main St. P.O. Box 192, Columbia, SC 29201
Phone: 803-576-1800
Byron E. Gipson Solicitor
Leon Lott Sheriff
Email: scsolicitor5@richlandcountysc.gov
Office Address: 5623 Two Notch Road Columbia, SC 29223
Phone: 803-576-3000
Email: sheriff@rcsdnet
In addition to County Council, Richland County voters elect officials for seven other public office positions.
Jeanette McBride Clerk of Court
Office Address: 1701 Main St., Room 205
P.O. Box 2766, Columbia, SC 29202
Phone: 803-576-1947
Email: mcbridejeanette@richlandcountyscgov
Office Address: 1701 Main St, 2nd Floor, Suite 207 P.O. Box 192, Columbia, SC 29202
Phone: 803-576-1961
Amy McCulloch Probate Judge
Email: Visit richlandcountyscgov for specific contacts
Office Address: 6300 Shakespeare Road Columbia, SC 29223
Phone: 803-576-1799
Email: RCCOquestions@richlandcountysc.gov
Matt Drawdy, Manager of Safety
Richland County’s Office of Risk Management works to minimize risk exposure and protect County assets, while ensuring County facilities are safe and healthy for visitors. The Operational Services department provides day-to-day necessities and support to County departments, including mail services, event setup and teardown, landscaping and printing.
Sarah Harris, Director of Grants & Community Outreach
Richland County Government offers a variety of grant opportunities, including funding for conservation and historic preservation, housing and development, community-based programs and services, and neighborhood organizations and associations. To learn more, visit www.richlandcountysc.gov/Government/Department/Grants.
Capt. Tynika Legette, Division Manager of Operations
The County’s Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center serves as the intake center for unsentenced misdemeanor and/or felony detainees/inmates and as an incarceration facility for sentenced offenders. It provides detention facilities for both unsentenced detainees/inmates and sentenced inmates in a minimum, medium and maximum security environment.
The County’s Vector Control staff use integrated surveillance and control strategies for organisms, such as mosquitoes, ticks, fleas, flies and rats, that can transmit disease to humans. Reach the Vector Control office at 803-576-2459.
Sandra Dickerson, Coordinator of Community Service
The mission of the Special Services Division is to effectively manage a pool of state Department of Corrections inmates and community service personnel in order to provide general labor support to all departments of Richland County Government. Special Services also works to enhance efficiency and beautification in the County.
Richland County's Emergency Management team is a diverse group of professionals who specialize in emergency management, public safety planning and disaster preparedness. Find important emergency preparedness information, including checklists for emergency supply kits, at www.richlandcountysc.gov.
Alfreda Tindal, Addressing Coordinator Specialist
Planning and Development strives to create better communities in Richland County through a public planning process. Staff incorporate best practices for balancing environmental and economic concerns in County land use regulations, creating incentives for redeveloping sites, and revitalizing communities
Crystal Hill, Manager of Accounting, Accounts
Richland County’s Finance Office is responsible for maintaining fiscal integrity of the County’s financial records. This office reports the results of the County’s operations and changes in its financial position to state and federal grantors, regulatory agencies, and concerned taxpayers
Richland County Sheriff’s Department
o u n t y S e r v i c e s
Administration: Oversees County operations, to include executing policies set by Council 803-576-2050 / adminoffice@richlandcountysc.gov
Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center: Serves as the intake center for unsentenced detainees and inmates, as well as an incarceration facility for sentenced offenders
803-576-3200 / ombudsman@richlandcountysc.gov
Animal Care: Protects life and property through prompt response time and efficient procedures
803-929-6000 / animalcare@richlandcountyscgov
Budget and Grants Management: Develops and maintains the County budget and tracks spending of other County-funded entities
803-576-2100 / ombudsman@richlandcountyscgov
Conservation: Works to conserve and protect the County’s natural, cultural and historical resources
803-576-2080 / soilandwater@richlandcountysc.gov
Coroner’s Office: Investigates all suspicious, violent, sudden and unexpected deaths that occur in the County
803-576-1799 / RCCOquestions@richlandcountyscgov
Court Appointed Special Advocates: Provides legal representation for abused and neglected children
803-576-1735 / RCCASA@richlandcountyscgov
Economic Development: Attracts new industry and helps existing companies with potential expansion
803-576-2043
Emergency Services: Provides professional public safety planning, preparedness programs, prevention, response and recovery
803-576-3400 / esd@richlandcountyscgov
Finance: Works to maintain the fiscal integrity of County financial records
803-576-2100 / ombudsman@richlandcountysc.gov
Grants: Makes a variety of grant opportunities available to residents, communities and organizations 803-576-5459 / ombudsman@richlandcountyscgov
Human Resources: Supports the development of Richland County’s work culture
803-576-2110 / ombudsman@richlandcountysc.gov
Information Technology: Supports County technology to increase efficiency 803-929-6000 / ombudsman@richlandcountyscgov
Office of Small Business Opportunity: Supplies essential tools and resources to help the County’s small businesses thrive 803-576-1540 / osbo@richlandcountysc.gov
Ombudsman's Office: Serves as a centralized point of contact for residents 803-929-6000 / ombudsman@richlandcountyscgov
Operational Services: Provides day-to-day support to County offices and facilities 803-929-6000 / ombudsman@richlandcountysc.gov
Planning and Development Services: Improves County communities through public planning 803-576-2190 / adminoffice@richlandcountyscgov
Procurement: Ensures an equitable and inclusive acquisition process to obtain reasonable pricing and dependable sources of supply for the County 803-576-2130 / procurement@richlandcountyscgov
Public Information Office: Promotes public awareness and understanding of County Government 803-576-2050 / pio@richlandcountysc.gov
Public Works: Maintains County infrastructure, manages assets and provides technical services
803-576-2400 / ombudsman@richlandcountysc.gov
Risk Management: Identifies risks to eliminate or minimize financial losses to County operations, and includes Fleet Management
803-929-6000 / ombudsman@richlandcountysc.gov
Sheriff’s Department: Employs effective community policing strategies and problemsolving techniques
803-576-3000 / sheriff@rcsd.net
Solicitor’s Office: Prosecutes criminal offenses in the Fifth Judicial Circuit
803-576-1800 / scsolicitor5@richlandcountyscgov
Transportation Penny Department: Manages the program to improve roads, sidewalks, bikeways and greenways
803-766-5605 / ombudsman@richlandcountysc.gov
Utilities: Provides quality water and sewer service as efficiently as possible 803-401-0050 / ombudsman@richlandcountyscgov
Voter Registration and Elections: Provides quality election services with timely and accurate results
803-576-2240 / rcelectionsinfo@richlandcountyscgov
Throughout the year, Richland County departments and divisions observe several awareness days, weeks and months to highlight services and programs County employees provide to residents and businesses.
National Blood Donor Month
Law Enforcement Appreciation Day: Jan. 9
County Council’s Strategic Planning Forum: Jan. 15-17
American Heart Month
Black History Month
Race Equality Week: Feb. 3-9
National Nutrition Month
National Women’s History Month
Employee Appreciation Day: March 7
National County Government Month
National Library Week: April 6-12
National Animal Control Officer
Appreciation Week: April 14-20
National Community Development Week: April 21-25
Earth Day: April 22
Administrative Professionals Day: April 23
National Association of Conservation Districts
Stewardship Week: April 27-May 5
Asian American and Pacific Islander
Heritage Month
Mental Health Awareness Month
National Correctional Officers and Employees Week: May 4-10
National Emergency Medical Services Week: May 19-25
National Hunger Awareness Month
National Safety Month Pride Month
Richland County Ag + Art Tour: June 7-8
National Mosquito Control Awareness Week: June 20-26
Park and Recreation Month
National Water Quality Month
Senior Citizens Day: Aug. 21
National Preparedness Month
Hispanic Heritage Month: Sept. 15-Oct. 15
Suicide Prevention Month
Community Planning Month
National Breast Cancer Awareness Month
National Substance Abuse Awareness Month
America Recycles Day: Nov. 15
National Diabetes Month
National Native American Heritage Month
National Influenza Vaccination Week: Dec. 1-5
Jewish and Islamic holidays begin at sundown the date shown. There may be some variance of dates listed for Islamic holidays, as some are based on the sighting of the moon and are not fixed to a calendar.
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