Hardeeville, S.C. — The Hardeeville City Council voted Jan. 2 to appoint Prena Mains as the city attorney for a two‑year term, and Mains took the oath of office at the meeting.

City Manager Mister Gruber told the council the appointment was required by the city code provision governing election of municipal officers. “As indicated in the agenda item, the language within the city's code specifically requires that at the time of the election of officers, a lawyer of good and reputable standing must be identified as the municipal attorney so long as that individual has at least 2 years of experience,” Gruber said. He recommended the council make a motion to appoint Mains for a two‑year period to coincide with the election cycle specified in the code.

A council member moved to appoint Mains; another council member seconded the motion. The council approved the appointment by voice vote; the record on the dais shows the mayor called for the vote and members responded “aye.” No roll‑call tally was given.

Mains then repeated the oath of office and addressed the council. “I would like to say thank you to the council for their trust,” Mains said, adding that she looks forward “to working with each of you.”

The appointment follows the city ordinance requirement cited by the manager and will run for two years as described in the agenda item. The council did not attach additional conditions or a specified effective date beyond what the agenda text described.

Manager Gruber introduced the item and explained the minimal statutory requirement included in the city code; Mains’ remarks were brief and focused on appreciation and continued service.

No public comment was recorded on the appointment, and no motions to amend the term or conditions were made.