Community Relations Council
One-third (10) of the thirty members are appointed by Richland County Council; one-third by the Columbia City Council; and, one-third by the Columbia Chamber of Commerce. The terms are three years. The Committee’s goal is to make the Midlands a better place to live and work for all residents. To achieve its objective, efforts are made to improve and promote communications among business, government, and citizens. The staff studies and evaluates information received concerning racial and social problems within the Columbia metropolitan area and takes proper action based on consultation with the Board of Directors. The staff also works to assist its clientele with employment housing, education, crime, delinquency awareness, and health care.
Council Members
| Name |
Appointment Date |
End Term Date |
| Kizzie Smalls |
March 21, 2023 |
March 21, 2026 |
| Shandelle Simmons |
March 21, 2023 |
March 21, 2026 |
| Sheila Harris |
June 13, 2023 |
June 13, 2026 |
| Lorrie Floyd-Gregory |
June 18, 2024 |
June 18, 2027 |
| Teresa Holmes |
June 18, 2024 |
June 18, 2027 |
| Sabastian Guthrie |
June 18, 2024 |
June 18, 2027 |
| Anthony Stovall |
September 17, 2024 |
September 17, 2027 |
| Terence Rickenbacker |
September 17, 2024 |
September 17, 2027 |
| Ashley McCall |
September 17, 2024 |
September 17, 2027 |
| Amanda Rice |
September 17, 2024 |
September 17, 2027 |
Contact
Larry Salley, Executive Director
phone:733-1130
Council Liaison: Gretchen Barron