Historical Information

New Transportation Penny Tax Started May 1, 2013:

The Supreme Court has denied the Transportation Penny Sales Tax Appeal. As such, please be aware that all retail sales tax rates in Richland County increased by one penny beginning Wednesday, May 1, 2013. If you have specific questions about this new penny tax, please call the State Department of Revenue Sales Tax Division at 803-896-1420. Please click here for a chart showing the sales tax rates for different types of purchases in Richland County.

History and Tech Memos

Richland County Council voted to place the transportation penny on the ballot after a great deal of deliberation and study, which began back in 2006 when it established a 39 member citizen led Transportation Study Commission. This Commission held numerous public input meetings and completed a comprehensive study which addressed failing roads, the lack of sidewalks and greenway infrastructure. During these public meetings citizens said they also wanted an improved bus service. The council also sought the input of other area elected officials. For more information visit the Transportation Study Commission.

The following Tech Memos were the basis for the currently proposed transportation sales tax projects listed above. These Tech Memos were completed from 2006 – 2008 by the Richland County Transportation Study Commission, the members of whom were appointed by Richland County Council. The 39 member Commission was charged to look at:

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We Provide Educational Outreach

Richland County staff is available to provide educational presentations to your community, business, civic, and neighborhood organization. To schedule an educational presentation, or if you have questions or comments, call (803) 576-2050.