Government

Richland County began soliciting input on the master plan in the fall of 2019. A draft is now available for public review and comment. The plan will be discussed during an April 22 Zoom meeting before being finalized. … Read More

The SC Housing initiative offers up to $12,000 in forgivable down payment assistance to eligible borrowers including teachers, medical professionals, firefighters and other frontline workers. … Read More

The S.C. Small Business Development Network will use the funding to sustain its 20 centers and its 50 consultants and staff. In 2020, state centers helped clients obtain $77.1 million in capital formation. … Read More

Richland County’s Emergency Rental Assistance Program will begin accepting applications at 8:30 a.m. on April 5. The $12.5 million program will provide up to 12 months of rental and utility help for households affected by the pandemic. … Read More

The March 30 hearing will discuss the county’s progress toward meeting the goals of its five-year consolidated plan. Federal funding is contingent upon completion of the plan, which requires citizen input. … Read More