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Town of Irmo - Town Hall
7300 Woodrow St
PO Box 406
Irmo, SC 29063
(803) 781-7050 fax (803) 749-2743
www.townofirmosc.com
Town Council meets the first and third Tuesday of every month in the
Municipal Courthouse at 7300 Woodrow St at 7:00pm
* John Gibbons, Mayor
* Harvey Hoots, Mayor ProTem
* Kathy Condon, Councilwoman
* Barry A. Walker,Sr., Councilman
* Hardy King, Councilman
* denotes elected officials Irmo's town government consists of a Mayor
and four Council Members who serve a term of four years.
John Hanson, Administrator
Jake Moore, Town Attorney
Receptionist/Admin. Assistant - Inez Ward Smith
Business License/Zoning - Renee Caviness
Clerk of Court - Kathleen Lovelace
Municipal Clerk/Treasurer - Kim Stanley
Code Enforcement Officer - Betty Anderson - (803) 781-6859
Personnel/Finance - Sharyn Beveridge
Project Coordinator/Purchasing - Robert (Bob) Brown
Public Services - Whitt Cline
Businesses located within the Town of Irmo or otherwise doing business in the Town, are required to obtain a license and pay anannual fee based on gross income. Those businesses operating within the unincorporated areas of Richland County are also required to obtain business licenses. There is no license requirement in unincorporated Lexington County at this time. For more information, call Irmo Town Hall (803) 781-7050.
Population (2000 Census) 11,601
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Irmo Police Police Dispatch Mail to: Location
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Sheriff's Department Dispatch Operator 521 Gibson Rd Richland County Dispatch Ombudsman-s 5623 Two Notch Rd |
Irmo Municipal Judge Joseph M. Epting, Judge The County Magistrates Irmo operates its own Municipal Court on Wednesday at 4:00 pm. (Except 5th Wednesday of a Month) |
Irmo Magistrate Rebecca Adams, Judge 111 Lincreek Dr Monday - Friday Magistrates office serves the 2nd Magisterial District of Lexington County |
Irmo Fire District Mike Sonefeld, Chief 117 Lincreek Dr Northlake Station Irmo Fire Departments |
Back to top GOVERNMENT
Irmo residents are represented in Washington:
United States Senate
Senator Lindsay Graham (R)
508 Hampton St, Ste 202, Columbia, SC 29201 - (803) 933-0112
Senator Jim DeMint (R)
DeMint for Senate Committee
PO Box 12425, Columbia, SC 29211 or 1901 Main St, Ste 1475, Columbia, SC 29201 - (803) 771-6112
US House of Representatives
District 2 - Congressman Joe Wilson (R)
1700 Sunset Blvd, Suite 1, West Columbia, SC 29169 - (803) 939-0041
County Government
The Town of Irmo falls within both Lexington and Richland Counties.
Both counties provide protection and other services to unincorporated areas.
Lexington County - (803) 359-8000
Richland County - (803) 929-6000
| Title | Lexington County | Richland County |
| County Administer | Katherine Hubbard | J. Milton Pope |
| County Council | Johnny Jeffcoat & John Carrigg | Bill J. Malinoski |
| State Representative | Chip Huggins | Nathan Ballentine |
| State Senate | Ronnie Cromer | John Courson |
Voting in South Carolina
The South Carolina Election Commission can answer your specific questions in detail. Call (803) 734-9060.
Information on candidates and issues are available at: League of Women Voters (803) 799-7050.
In order to vote in South Carolina, you must be registered. You must be at least 18 years of age on election day, a US citizen, resident of the state, county and precinct in which you wish to vote. There is no length of residency requirement. If you move to a new county, you must reregister. If you move within the same county you simply have to change your address.
Mail-in registration forms are available at the SC Election Commission office, voter registration offices, on the website (www.scvotes.org) or you can call your county office, and they will mail you a form. Registration by mail forms must be postmarked or received in the county office 30 days or more before an election.
In-person registration may be made at the county voter registration office or via "motor voter" at your local department of transportation. You must register in person at least 30 days prior to an election. When registering in person, you must bring identification with your current address on it. Call the registrar's office to learn what is acceptable as identification.
The registrar's office will tell you your new voting district numbers.
Lexington County Registrar's Office
www.lex-co.com/departments
605 West Main St, Ste 105, Lexington, SC 29072 (803) 785-8361
Hours; Monday-Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Richland County Voter's Registration Office
www.richlandonline.com
Richland County Administration Building
2020 Hampton St, P.O. Box 192 Columbia, SC 29204 (803) 576-2240
Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Back to top EDUCATION
School District Five of Lexington and Richland Counties
Irmo, and the surrounding area, is served by School District Five of Lexington and Richland Counties. Students are also served by the Alternative Academy. Residents may register their children at a school in their attendance area. New residents should register their children as soon as possible. A state issued birth certificate, student's social security card, two proofs of residence, and a South Carolina Certificate of Immunization from the County Health Department, or physicians or military clinics are required for registration.
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Administration Building Superintendent of District Five Schools Enrollment: 16,690 |
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Colleges & Universities
Midlands Technical College
Patsy Towery (803) 732-5256 - email: toweryp@midlandstech.edu
7300 College St, Irmo, SC 29063
If you want to build a new career, move up to management, get a professional certification, sharpen your computer skills, launch a new business, start a degree program or explore a new leisure interest, come to Midlands Technical College, Harbison Campus, located on College Street in the heart of Irmo.
The small campus is rich in educational offerings and in history. From 1911-1958, it was the home of Harbison College, a residential school for young black students specializing in agriculture and believed to be the first of its kind in the nation. The bell on the central quadrangle is a memorial to Harbison College.
In later years, the campus was used as a minimum security correctional facility for women. In 1979, the 20-acre campus
became part of Midlands Technical College. An additional classroom building is planned for the site.
Irmo is an easy commute to many institutions of higher education.
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Allen University |
Benedict College |
Clemson University |
Columbia College |
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Newberry College |
University of Phoenix |
University of South Carolina |
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| Lexington County Real Property - Assessor (803) 785-8190 Personal Property - Auditor (803) 785-8181 Treasurer - Tax Collector (803) 785-8217 |
Richland County Real Property - Assessor (803) 576-2600 Personal Property - Auditor (803) 576-2600 Treasurer - Tax Collection (803) 576-2600 |
Income Taxes
The income tax structure for South follows the federal income tax law. Your federal taxable income is the starting point in determining your state liability. The tax rates range from 2.5%-7% of your federal taxable income with appropriate modifications. ($100,000 or more - tax is 7% times the minus $348).
Property Taxes
Real estate which is owner occupied is assessed at 4% of market value. If you purchase a home you will live in, you should go to the assessor's office in the county courthouse so that the property will be assessed at 4%, instead of the 6% non-owner occupied assessment rate. The auditor's office can tell you the millage rate for the taxing district in which your property is located.
TOWN OF IRMO HAS NO RESIDENTIAL OR BUSINESS PROPERTY TAX
A brochure entitled "Moving to South Carolina" explains taxes in their entirety and is available free from the Public Affairs Office of the South Carolina Department of Revenue - call (803) 898-5405
Property Taxes in South Carolina, payment of personal property taxes is required before a license plate can be issued or renewed. The taxes are paid directly to the county treasurer of the county where you live in South Carolina. Tax rates vary and are determined by the county auditor in each county.
If you are a first-time registrant, you will need to take your title or current registration to the county auditors office in order to receive a tax bill. The amount due is paid to the county treasurer who will issue a property tax receipt.
Lexington County Auditor
212 South Lake Dr, Ste 103, 1st Floor
Lexington, SC 29072-3499
(803) 785-8181
Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8:00-5:00pm
Richland County Auditor
2020 Hampton St, Ste 2067, 2nd Floor
PO Box 192
Columbia, SC 29202
(803) 576-2600
Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8:30-5:30pm
VEHICLE, TITLE AND DRIVERS REGISTRATION
www.scdmvonline.com
New Residents of South Carolina
If you move to South Carolina from another state, you have 45 days to transfer your vehicle title and registration.
You must have the following to transfer your out-of-state vehicle title and registration:
1) Your out of state vehicle title and registration
2) Liability Insurance information
3) Completed form 400, application for certificate of title/registration
4) Paid property tax receipt
5) Title and registration fees
Driver's License - New Residents Licensed in Former State
If you are a new resident, you may use a valid driver's license from your former state for up to 90 days, However, you must convert to a South Carolina driver's license before the end of the 90-day period. If your driver's license from your home state has expired, you must also pass the knowledge and road test.
To qualify for a SC driver's license, you must pass the eye exam given at all DMV offices or submit a statement of visual acuity from an eye specialist. A South Carolina license is valid for five years or ten years and must be renewed by your birthday in the fifth year or tenth year.
Office Locations:
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1016 Broad Stone Rd 800 Dutch Square Blvd |
122 Park Rd
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| Electric Service: | South Carolina Electric & Gas Company Mid-Carolina Electric |
1-(800) 251-7234 (803) 749-6400 |
| Garbage Service: | Southland Sanitation, Inc. (Has a contract with Town of Irmo) |
(803) 256-7276 |
| Sewer Service: | City of Columbia Water & Sewer Department Carolina Water Service |
(803) 545-3300 (803) 796-9545 |
| Telephone Service: | AT&T Business AT&T Residential Time Warner |
1-(877) 253-0009 1-(877) 213-1053 (803) 532-3814 |
| TV Cable Service: | Time Warner | (803) 532-3814 |
| AT&T | (803) 749-0250 | |
| Water Service: | City of Columbia Carolina Water Service |
(803) 545-3300 (803) 796-9545 |
Lexington Animal Service
321 Ball Park Rd
Lexington, SC 29072
(803) 785-8149
Richland County Ombudmands Office (ALL AGENCIES in Richland)
2020 Hampton St, Ste 3061
Columbia, SC 29202
(803) 929-6000
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Lexington Medical Center Lexington Medical Center Holds Health Fair at Greater Irmo Chamber October/November FREE to Greater Irmo Chamber Members: Lexington Medical |
Palmetto Health Baptist Palmetto Health Palmetto Health Richland Palmetto Health Palmetto Health Palmetto Health |
Sisters of Charity Providence Hospital Sisters of Charity Providence With more than 30 years of |
W.J.B. Dorn W.J.B. Dorn Columbia Vet Center Our Nation's Veterans |
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POST OFFICE
MEDIA The State New Irmo News Lexington Chronicle |
LIBRARIES Irmo is served by the Lexington County Public Library system Richland Branch Ballentine Branch - “The Link” |
Back to top CIVIC ORGANIZATIONS
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GARDEN Club KIWANIS Club LIONS OPTIMIST Club Dutch Fork Optimist Club Irmo Optimist Club St. Andrews Optimist Club |
ROTARY Club St. Andrews Rotary Club RURITAN Club STATE FOREST WOMEN’S Club |
