Georgetown, South Carolina - Official City Government

08/31/2026

Now Available: Hometown Grid Outage Map 💻

The City of Georgetown Light Department's new utility reporting and outage management system is officially available to our community! You can reach it directly at the link in the comments below.

This new tool makes it easier than ever to see where utility outages are reported and when work is already underway to restore service.

(On the City's end, this cloud-based system also helps us improve our operational efficiency--streamlining how we coordinate to get field crews to areas in need.)

To report a utility outage, you can still reach us at 843-545-4600 or 833-962-4600. Both numbers route to the same team standing by to assist you when the lights go out.

08/31/2026

City Council Moves to New Chambers

With the opening of the new City Hall campus, the remaining 2026 scheduled City Council meetings will be held in the new City Council Chambers at 420 South Hazard Street.

Regular meetings are held at 5:30 p.m. on the third Thursday of each month.

The following regular meetings are schedule: Sept. 17, Oct. 15, Nov. 19, and Dec. 17, 2026.

Special meetings and workshops are scheduled for 5 p.m. on the fourth Thursday of each month, barring holidays.

The following special meetings and workshops are scheduled: Sept. 24 and Oct. 22, 2026. (There are no special meetings and workshops scheduled for November due to Thanksgiving, or December due to Christmas.)

Agendas and minutes can always be found on georgetownsc.gov

08/29/2026

Visit Kaminski Street Park & Stay Out of the Kitchen 🏓

It’s been a blast to see community members serving up shots at the new pickleball courts at Kaminski Street Park the last few weeks.

We’re still working on our pickleball lingo but, we know great minds d**k alike and the courts will be busy again when sunny days return.

From our city team to yours, have a safe and happy weekend, on the courts and off.

08/28/2026

Wastewater System Improvements Near Completion

City team members and contractors have been working hard on Pump Station #11 at the corner of Front Street and Dozier Street.

Over the last few days, paving has been completed and stairs have been installed to support the new pump station and force main replacement.

These revitalized systems help ensure our community members maintain access to safe and efficient utilities, and we're excited to see capital improvement projects like this go from concept to reality!

08/28/2026

Serve with the City - Join Boards & Commissions

The City of Georgetown is recruiting for vacancies on City boards and commissions. Each appointed body has a different purpose, and each role has a different term. We invite community members to review the openings below and apply if interested.

Please keep in mind, per the Boards, Commissions, and Committees Policies, Procedures, and Requirements Handbook, community members may only apply for one board at a time, residency within City limits is required for some roles, and members are expected to attend meetings regularly.

The appointed bodies listed below have the indicated number of open roles.

ATAX/HTAX committee:
- (Cultural) 1 vacancy (2-year term)
- (At-Large) 1 vacancy (2-year term)

Arts & Cultural Commission
- 1 vacancy (unexpired term 03/2029)

Community Appearance Board
- 1 vacancy (4-year term)

Construction Board of Appeals
- (Resident/Citizen of City of Georgetown) 1 vacancy (5-year term)
- (Fire Protection Engineer) 1 vacancy (5-year term)

Keep Georgetown Beautiful
- (At-Large) 3 vacancies (2-year term)
- (Business/Industry Representative (within city limits) 1 vacancy (2-year term)
- (Civic Organization) 1 vacancy (2-year terms)

Planning Commission
- 1 vacancy (unexpired term (02/2027)
- 1 vacancy (unexpired term 07/2030)

For more information on the city’s boards and commissions, or to download an application, please visit our website at the link in the comments.

You may also request an application be mailed to you via [email protected]

Applications may be submitted via:
Email: [email protected]
Mail: Drawer 939, Georgetown, SC 29442

08/27/2026

Eyes to the sky tonight, stargazers of Georgetown! 🌕 If we get a break in the clouds just after midnight, you may be able to see a partial (96%) lunar eclipse.

A partial lunar eclipse will pass over the Americas—and parts of Europe and Africa—tomorrow night! It will reach its peak around 12:12 a.m. EDT (0412 UTC) on Thursday, Aug. 28.

More info: https://go.nasa.gov/4zxuGh0

08/27/2026

Planning Commission Workshop Cancelled

The Special Workshop meeting of the City of Georgetown Planning Commission, originally scheduled for 5:30 p.m. tonight, Aug. 27, 2026, has been cancelled. The meeting will be rescheduled at a later date.

To stay up to date on all City meetings, you can always visit www.georgetownsc.gov

08/27/2026

Save the date! Georgetown Police Department will once again for hosting a fantastic, family-friendly National Night Out on Oct. 6, 2026.

‼️Set the date for National Night Out‼️

It is that time of year! Clear your calendar for October 6, 2026, from 6-8 PM!

Come out to East Bay Park where the Georgetown Police Department will be teaming up with the Georgetown County Sheriff’s Office for another great night of free activities, food, games, and fun for the entire family and friends!

08/26/2026

Welcome In 👋

Our City of Georgetown team members are officially moved in and getting situated at the new City Hall campus at 420 South Hazard Street.

As with any move, we’re learning every day—where everyone’s offices are now, how to work the microwave at lunch, or how best to provide directions into the building. We appreciate your patience as we continue to refine our processes and instructions to serve you.

When you come by, we hope you’ll enjoy the new customer service counters, waiting rooms, and restrooms. Thought and care was put into every detail and we’re excited to see what you think!

08/26/2026

Municipal Complex Parking Lot Improvements Project 1234 1926 3501 Request for Bid