The meeting included the presentation of external audit work by Mauldin & Jenkins, LLC, and an introduction of Mr. Grant Davis, CPA, a partner with the firm. The committee reviewed financial documents related to the City's annual audit cycle.
Oct 20, 2026·Board meeting
City of Charleston Committee on Public Safety Committee Meeting
The committee approved several grant applications, including the FY26 Port Security Grant Program Award, which involves funding for maritime operations and safety gear for the police department. The meeting also included extensive public participation regarding concerns over the First Amendment Restoration Ordinance, with citizens criticizing the level of police discretion and calling for a repeal of the ordinance. Additionally, the committee discussed and moved to amend the agenda to facilitate the consideration of proposed amendments to the ordinance and related demonstration regulations.
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City of Charleston Committee on Public Safety Special Meeting
The committee convened to discuss the First Amendment assembly ordinance. Public comments were received regarding concerns about the inconsistent enforcement of the ordinance, burdensome permit fees, and the potential impact on constitutional rights during public demonstrations. The meeting also included a presentation and discussion regarding the review of Section 3, Chapter 25 of the city code, which governs demonstrations.
Aug 18, 2026·Board meeting agenda
City Council Agenda
The City Council agenda covers numerous items including public hearings for zoning amendments and rezoning requests, such as changing classifications for properties on Mt. Pleasant St., Garden Creek Rd., Wappoo Dr., and Saint James Dr. Appointments were listed for the Commission on the Arts, Resiliency and Sustainability Advisory Committee, Tourism Commission, and Livability Review Board. Other business includes the approval of a mediated settlement agreement, reports from the Ad Hoc Rules Advisory Committee regarding mayoral portraits and administrative code changes, and various facilities and infrastructure project updates, including stormwater management, parks and recreation centers, and traffic/transportation initiatives. Several annexation ordinances and lease agreements were also scheduled for consideration.