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First Amendment Demonstrations Ordinance Amendments

Council approved first reading of a rewritten demonstrations ordinance with last-minute tweaks — adding ADA protections for mobility devices and removing vague language. The ACLU says the ordinance still gives police too much discretion and bans demos near almost any historic feature; sidewalk counselors outside a West Ashley clinic want an exemption.

24 mentions (5 this month)Last discussed Nov 10, 2026

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Community Health Outreach and Mental Health Resources

A community engagement manager from the SC Department of Public Health is scheduled to give the committee a picture of local health conditions. The discussion could shape how the city supports public health outreach.

7 mentions (1 this month)Last discussed Nov 4, 2026