August 18 - 25, 2014
SCE&G To Perform Tree
Trimming Activities
CITY
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Registration for City Youth
and Adult Sports Leagues
COLUMBIA LAUNCHES FUNDRAISING CAMPAIGN
FOR
Park of the Week
BREAST CANCER AWARENESS
Mayor Steve Benjamin, Columbia Police Department Chief Skip Holbrook, Columbia Fire Department Chief
Aubrey Jenkins and City staff launched the sale of official City of Columbia Breast Cancer Awareness
t-shirts.
T-shirts can be purchased by filling out a form at the following locations:
 City Hall, 1737 Main Street
 Columbia Police Department Headquarters, 1 Justice Square
 Columbia Fire Department Headquarters, 1800 Laurel Street
 Washington Square, 1136 Washington Street
All proceeds will go to Bosom Buddies, a 501(c)3 charity that assists women
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Tune in to City Talk today on WGCV 620 AM
from 5 p.m. - 6 p.m. to hear:
5:00 p.m.– 5:20 p.m.
Guest: Connie Lucius, Ombudsman, Office of
the City Council
Topic: Campaign for Breast Cancer Awareness
5:20 p.m. - 5:40 p.m.
Guest: Lee Thompson, Interim Assistant
Superintendent of Recreation, Parks &
Recreation
Topic: Adult Softball Registrations
5:40 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Guest: Robert Uhall, Corporal, Columbia Police
Department
Topic: Back-to-School Safety
For more information about today’s topics, contact the
Public Relations Department at 803-545-3020.
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SCE&G TO PERFORM TREE TRIMMING ACTIVITIES AS SCHEDULED
FOR
2014
SCE&G will perform tree trimming activities along overhead utility lines in the following neighborhoods
for the next two weeks:
Belmont
College Place
Gabel Oaks
Northwood Hills Organization
The trimming will be completed by SCE&G contractors and work will be closely monitored on a daily
basis by the City’s 4 Certified Arborists from the Forestry and Beautification Division.
The purpose of the trimming activities is to increase safety and reliability of the electric service.
SCE&G reports an 89 percent improvement in reliability in vegetation related outages in areas where
trimming is completed compared to a year ago. The trimming guidelines include removing vegetation
within 8-12 feet below and beside the power lines and up to 20 feet above the power lines.
For more information about SCE&G’s tree trimming efforts, including helpful tips and suggestions regarding the planting of trees and other vegetation, visit www.sceg.com/treetrimming.
COUNCILMAN CAMERON RUNYAN TO HOST OPEN HOUSE
City Councilman Cameron Runyan will host his August Open House on Monday,
August 25, 2014 from 5 p.m.—8 p.m. at Greenview Park, 6700 David St.
For more information or to schedule an appointment, please call 803-545-3061.
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CITY OF COLUMBIA OFFICE OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT MOVES FORWARD WITH
“BUSINESS IN MOTION”
The City of Columbia’s Office of Economic Development has announced the kickoff of their “Business
in Motion” program, an extension of their ongoing partnership with the Greater Columbia Chamber of
Commerce focused on the retention and expansion of existing local businesses.
“Business Retention and Expansion Programs are vital to building and maintaining a strong and viable
economy in our community. The City of Columbia is committed to retaining and expanding local
businesses. Through the continued growth of local businesses, our citizens will benefit from the
availability of jobs and an enhanced quality of life. The long range impact of these types of programs
will help to build a better financial forecast for entrepreneurs, business owners and residents not only
today, but for future generations. We are all working collectively to build a brighter future for our city,
our community and our region. Business retention and expansion is a prime example of the Build
Columbia management model, which focuses on efficient ways to run, grow and transform our city,”
said City Manager Teresa Wilson.
Each year, existing businesses typically account for 60 to 80 percent of job growth and investment in
their local communities. Not only do strong business retention and expansion programs benefit the
local business community, but they also provide a solid foundation for the growth of other economic
development initiatives such stronger recruiting and entrepreneurship programs.
“We are delighted to join with the City of Columbia and the Office of Economic Development to launch
the newest phase of the ‘Business in Motion’ program. This program supports our overall mission to
make our community one of the most economically prosperous regions in the United States. The
Chamber strives to create a climate conducive to growth and development for our partners,“ said Carl
Blackstone, President and CEO, Greater Columbia Chamber of Commerce.
“Today, we are proud to launch a new phase of our successful existing industry program, because we
understand being a world class leader in economic development begins at home - right here in our
backyard - by taking care of our local business community and building strong, long lasting
relationships that will lay the ground work for the economic development efforts of tomorrow. If we
want to create real sustainable growth, we have to invest in local ideas, local talent and local
businesses because they are the bedrock upon which all of this is built,” said Mayor Steve Benjamin.
“That’s what today’s all about. That is why we’re here- because we refuse to wait for fortune to shine
upon us - because leaders don’t wait for opportunity, they create it.”
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REGISTRATION UNDERWAY FOR CITY OF COLUMBIA YOUTH AND ADULT SPORTS LEAGUES
The City of Columbia Parks & Recreation Department is accepting registrations for several youth and
adult sports leagues for the fall season.
Participants in the city-wide leagues have the opportunity to play, practice good sportsmanship and
expand their athletic skills.
Adult Sports
WHAT: Men’s D League Softball (ages 18 and up)
FEE: $300 per team
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: August 29
SEASON BEGINS: September 9
Games will be played at T.S. Martin Park, 2700
Edison Street. Coaches must attend the coaches
meeting on September 2 at 6 p.m. at Earlewood
Park Community Center, 1113 Parkside Drive.
Youth Sports
WHAT: City Soccer League (ages 3-14)
FEE: $25 per individual (Scholarships are
available.)
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Friday, August 15
SEASON BEGINS: September 15
WHAT: Coed Softball (ages 18 and up)
FEE: $300 per team
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: August 29
SEASON BEGINS: September 14
Games will be played on Sundays at T.S. Martin
Park, 1810 Germany Street. Coaches must attend
the coaches meeting on September 4 at 6 p.m. at
Earlewood Park Community Center, 1113 Parkside
Drive.
To register, please visit Parks Administration at 1111 Parkside Drive, Columbia, SC 29203. To
download a registration form, visit www.columbiasc.net/parks-recreation.
The registration form and payment can be mailed to Parks Administration. Make checks and money
orders payable to the City of Columbia.
For more information, please call Parks & Recreation at 803-545-3100.
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PARK OF THE WEEK: EMILY DOUGLAS PARK
Emily Douglas Park is located in the heart of Columbia’s Shandon
neighborhood. The park boasts plenty of pine trees providing shade on hot
summer days, and space to run and play.
Emily Douglas’ neighborhood center is the site for several programs for youth
in the community including a summer program and an after-school program
during the school year. Youth participating in this year’s summer program
were challenged to walk 20 miles a week in an effort to increase their physical
activity. Additionally, they participated in field trips and several educational
programs throughout the summer.
Emily Douglas Park
2500 Wheat Street
803-733-8531
The park features a playground area, plenty of
sand for digging and a spray pool that operates
during the summer months, an amphitheater and a dog park.
The facility also is equipped with computers and Wi-Fi capabilities.
For more information, please visit www.columbiasc.net/parks-recreation.
PET OF THE WEEK: MEET SASSY! (ID#A205850)
Sassy is a one-year-old German Shepherd and Siberian Husky mix. She has been
microchipped and spayed. Sassy loves going on walks or chasing tennis balls. She
is healthy, active and would love to be a part of your family. If you want a friendly,
easygoing companion for your life's adventures, Sassy is the dog for you!
Visit other pets available for adoption at the Columbia Animal Shelter, 127
Humane Lane. Visit www.columbiasc.net/animal-services or call 803-776-PETS
for more information.
All of our pets need loving homes! To view other animals available for adoption,
visit Petfinder.com. Please refer to the ID number listed above when visiting the
website.
PET TIP
To stop a digging dog try putting cayenne pepper in the holes—they don't like the
sensation when they go back to dig again.
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FRIDAY, AUGUST 22
MAXCY GREGG POOL
Join in the fun at Maxcy Gregg's outdoor
swimming pool. The pool is now open for
recreational swimming and more through Labor
Day!
Outdoor Recreational Swim
1655 Park Circle
Time: 10:00 a.m. —6:00 p.m.
Cost: $3 Ages 12 and under | $4 Ages 13 and
older
www.ColumbiaSC.net
Contact: 803-733-8447
NORTH COLUMBIA FOOD PARK
The North Columbia Food Park is a community
farmer’s market that aims to provide the citizens
of North Columbia and surrounding access to
fresh fruits, plants and vegetables. Simply put, it
is a “Fun Place to have a Healthy, Good Time”!
The food park is now open on Friday’s and
Saturdays.
2720 North Main Street
Time: Time: 4:00-8:00 PM
Cost: Free Entry (cost of produce vary based
on vendor)
www.foodparkofcolumbia.com
Contact: 803-556-5428
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SATURDAY, AUGUST 23
SODA CITY MARKET
LATIN FESTIVAL
Come by for the season's best produce, meat,
dairy, flowers and baked items from farmers,
bakers, gardeners and artisans in Columbia!
Bringing Latin Culture, Live Music, Authentic
Food, & More to Columbia SC's Main Street
since 2004! Endorsed by the city of Columbia
and supported by South Carolina Hispanic
Outreach, the purpose of the Main Street Latin
Festival is to showcase the culture and vitality
of Columbia’s Latin community.
Soda City Market
1500 block of Main Street
Time: 8:00 a.m. —12:00 p.m.
Cost: FREE
(Free entry, but prices vary for each
vendor)
www.Sodascitysc.com
Contact: 803-269-3241
10th Annual Main Street Latin Festival
1300-1400 Main Street
11am-11pm
Columbia SC
www.mainstreetlatinfest.com
803-227-8984
SUMMER CELEBRATION OF WATER
Riverfront Park
312 Laurel Street
Cost: Free
Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
www.summercelebrationofwater.com
The City of Columbia, Lexington County and Richland
County are proud to jointly host the 5th Annual
Summer Celebration of Water! This year, the South
Carolina Section of the American Water Works
Association is also partnering on this festival. Come
have a splashin' good time at this free family friendly
event!
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SUNDAY, AUGUST 24
DINOSAURS: A BITE OUT OF TIME
Journey back in time when monsters walked the earth,
swam in the seas and soared through the skies in
Dinosaurs: A Bite Out of Time at the South Carolina State
Museum. The blockbuster exhibit features robotic
dinosaurs and strange creatures from prehistoric times,
including the ferocious Tyrannosaurus Rex, the massive
Stegosaurus, the long-necked Elasmosaurus and the
flying Pteranodon.
South Carolina State Museum
301 Gervais Street
Cost: $7 - $15 Adults |$6 - $13 Seniors | $5 - $11
Children | Infants Free
*cost varies based on museum membership
Time: Sun. 1-5
Phone: 803-898-4946
Website: http://scmuseum.org/explore/exhibits/
FREE SUNDAYS AT COLUMBIA MUSEUM OF ART
A guided tour provides an overview of European and American art in the CMA collection. This
family-friendly tour features masterpieces of the Italian Renaissance, Baroque, and Rococo from
the Samuel H. Kress Collection and the American galleries.
Columbia Museum of Art
1515 Main Street
Cost: Free
Time: 2:00 PM
Phone: 803.799.2810
Website: http://www.columbiamuseum.org/events/calendar
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TO REGISTER, VISIT:
HTTP://COLUMBIASC.NET/HEADLINES/071020141557-MAYORS-WALK-AGAINST-DOMESTICVIOLENCE
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COUNCIL MEETING
DATE
TYPE OF MEETING
DEADLINES FOR
AGENDA ITEMS
August 19
WORK SESSION /
COUNCIL MEETING
August 8
September 16
WORK SESSION / COUNCIL MEETING /
ZONING PUBLIC HEARING
The Columbia City Council will conduct a work session on Tuesday,
August 19, 2014 at 2 p.m. at City Hall, 1737 Main Street.
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The Columbia City Council will conduct a meeting and zoning public
hearing Tuesday, August 19 at 6 p.m. City Hall, 1737 Main Street.
For additional information regarding the City Council meetings,
contact the Office of the City Clerk at 803-545-3045.
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