Cayce council hears Transitions Homeless Center presentation and announces new Public Works Director

Cayce — At the March 3 meeting the Cayce City Council received a presentation from Gavin Brown of Transitions Homeless Center, approved a proclamation recognizing International Women Leaders in Business, and City Manager Michael Conley announced the hiring of Johnny Dillard as the new Public Works Director.

Gavin Brown, vice president of advancement for Transitions Homeless Center, presented information about the organization's services and how it might serve as a resource to the City. The minutes summarize the presentation but do not detail specific funding requests or next steps for a formal partnership.

Council Member Byron Thomas moved and Council Member Alice Rose seconded a proclamation recognizing International Women Leaders in Business; the motion was approved unanimously by roll call vote.

City Manager Conley announced that Johnny Dillard has been hired as Public Works Director. Conley outlined Dillard's background: 20 years of service in the U.S. Navy, ownership of a landscaping business for 12 years, prior grounds and public works roles at Georgia College and State University and the Town of Lexington, a degree in horticulture, certified arborist credentials, and licensure as a pesticide applicator. Conley also noted Dillard serves on the board of the South Carolina Green Industry Association.

The minutes record appreciation for the City's utility staff after a resident praised their response to a sewer service call at All‑Saints Church. The record does not attach specific follow‑up or action items to the Transitions presentation or the proclamation.