Learn how annexation works in South Carolina, as well as common misconceptions about the process. Hear from the Municipal Association’s Director of Advocacy Casey Fields, Chief Operating Officer Jake Broom, as well as Legislative and Public Policy Advocates Daina Riley Phillips and Erica Wright.

The Municipal Association’s new IMPACT Fund, powered by VC3, offers $25,000 Problem Solver Grants and $100,000 Big Idea Grants. Chief Operating Officer Jake Broom explains the program and what cities need to consider when applying by the September 26 deadline.

More information: https://www.masc.sc/impact-fund

The Association’s podcast hosted drop-in interviews throughout the 2025 Annual Meeting for officials to share the positive impacts their municipality has achieved for residents. Hear from Fountain Inn Mayor GP McLeer, Georgetown Councilmember Tamika Williams-Obeng, Laurens Councilmember Calvin Whitmire and Beaufort Deputy City Manager JJ Sauve.

The Association’s podcast hosted drop-in interviews throughout the 2025 Annual Meeting for officials to share the positive impacts their municipality has achieved for residents. In this episode, hear from Andrews Mayor Frank McClary, Hartsville Mayor Casey Hancock and Mauldin City Administrator Seth Duncan.

The Association’s podcast hosted drop-in interviews throughout the 2025 Annual Meeting for officials to share the positive impacts their municipality has achieved for residents. In this first set, hear from Lyman Mayor Glenn Greer II, Cheraw Town Manager Rob Wolfe and Simpsonville Mayor Paul Shewmaker.

Former South Carolina Gov. David Beasley delivers the Annual Meeting’s keynote address. Beasley, who served as the executive director of the United Nations World Food Programme from 2017 to 2023, discusses the organization’s efforts to feed those suffering from hunger throughout the world, which was recognized with a Nobel Peace Prize in 2020.

Association Executive Director Todd Glover addresses the importance of pursuing positive community change intentionally. He discusses changes made to the Municipal Association’s IMPACT grant, previously the Hometown Economic Development Grant, and an upcoming advertising campaign promoting the need for civility in local government work.

Outgoing Municipal Association President Greg Habib, mayor of the City of Goose Creek, discusses what he has learned in his year as president, the social and economic impact of South Carolina cities and the recent accomplishments of the Municipal Association. He also addresses the ongoing challenges of municipalities that require thoughtful leadership and civility.

Travelers Rest Mayor Brandy Amidon, newly elected president of the Municipal Association of SC, talks about the things she has learned from discussing local government work with many mayors throughout the state and how the Association can support cities and towns.

Palmetto Power Cities, formerly the SC Association of Municipal Power Systems, connects its member municipal electric utilities with mutual aid, helping them to restore power in times of disaster, and also promotes legislative initiatives and training. Palmetto Power Cities Manager Adam Hedden describes the association’s work, including the mutual aid that followed the damages of Hurricane Helene.