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Charleston council approves package of resolutions, transfers $1M to match pool grant and passes levy measure

Charleston City Council · January 20, 2026
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Summary

The Charleston City Council unanimously adopted a set of routine committee resolutions including a $33,133.56 IT security renewal, purchase of a $133,948.98 utility tractor, intergovernmental lockbox services, a $1,000,000 sinking-fund transfer to match a pool repair grant and authorization to apply for up to $2,000,000 for pool renovations; council also approved a levy continuance (Bill 8066) on a 26-0 roll call.

Charleston City Council on an evening in January 2026 approved a slate of committee recommendations that included a cybersecurity renewal, equipment purchases, grant-match transfers and a continuance of the city’s excess levy.

Council members adopted Resolution 26-010, authorizing a one-year agreement with SHI for computer and server security at a total cost of $33,133.56. Council member Jenkins described the measure as a renewal of current services for virus protection and cybersecurity; the finance committee recommended approval and the resolution was adopted by voice vote.

The council adopted Resolution 26-011 to purchase a John Deere utility tractor and accessories for the public grounds department at $133,948.98 under a statewide contract. Jenkins said the…

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