Clemson Police Officer Promoted; City Council Reviews FOIA Policy and Communication Changes

During Monday evening’s City Council meeting, Officer Maritzabel Reyes was promoted to Sergeant in the Clemson Police Department, sworn in by Chief Jorge Campos. She pledged to uphold the department’s values and serve with integrity…

Mayor Robert Halfacre said the Council meeting included discussions on the second reading of a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) policy amendment, the approval of a surplus fire truck and a budget amendment for a new fire truck, and agreements with MKSK for Abernathy Park redesign and Weston & Sampson for a city engineering design manual…

The Council also considered allowing the Shorecrest Neighborhood to replace a sign on public property. Additionally, the city announced the discontinuation of its “Conversations with Council” events, citing a shift to more efficient communication methods such as the city website, social media, and the MyCivic App.

While some residents expressed disappointment, Mayor Robert Halfacre and other city leaders emphasized that council members remain accessible through meetings, City Hall visits, and direct outreach, encouraging residents to participate in City Council meetings, typically held the first Monday of each month in Council Chambers at Clemson City Hall.