COVID-19 Response

All City Council meetings will be open to the public effective immediately.

Masks and social distancing will still be recommended, so only a limited number of people will be allowed in council chambers. Priority will be given to those listed on the agenda, members of the media, staff, and those who call to register to speak before council by noon Monday prior to the meeting.

Submit comments to council by noon Monday prior to the meeting to be read aloud during the meeting to rock@cityofdarlington.com or by mail anytime to City of Darlington Planning, P.O. Box 57, Darlington, SC 29540. Please include your name and daytime phone number for verification. No anonymous comments will be read. Individuals who wish to appear before council may also call 843-398-4000 or 843-992-1561 to register to speak at the meeting.

Due to COVID restrictions and limited capacity, the public is invited to watch the meeting live at http://www.facebook.com/DarlingtonSC/live. You can find the agenda posted online by noon Monday prior to the meeting at https://www.cityofdarlington.com/city-council-agendas…/.

Individuals are encouraged to do all business by phone or email during the COVID-19 outbreak.

City staff will be available by phone and email, and essential services will not be interrupted.

City offices are closed to all but staff or by appointment.

We encourage everyone to take standard precautions to stop the spread of illness:

- Get the flu vaccine
- Wash your hands
- Cover your cough
- Dispose of tissues properly

Where Can I Get My Vaccine?

You can use this tool to find a Covid-19 vaccination site near you.
You can also call this number for help finding vaccine providers:1-866-365-8110

Carolina Pines Regional Medical Center: 843-656-0101
Pee Dee Health Care: 843-393-7452
Lamar Family Care: 843-395-8400; covid_lamar@genesisfqhc.org
Walmart Pharmacy #1135 (South Fourth Street, Hartsville): 843-332-4891
CareSouth Carolina-Hartsville Suite A/B (Fourth Street): 843-332-3422
McLeod Regional Medical Center @ Darlington Raceway: (866) 365-8110
CVS #4657 (Express Lane, Darlington): (800) 746-7287
Lamar Family Pharmacy: 843-326-5231
Hartsville Medical Group, LLC: covidvaccine@cprmc.com ; (843) 383-5191
Walgreens #10329 (South Fifth Street, Hartsville): 843-332-4523
Walgreens #9737 (South Governor Williams Highway, Darlington): 843-393-2679

Vaccines for Veterans

Enrolled Veterans of all ages can receive the COVID-19 vaccine through the VA. Appointments are available this week in Hinesville, Savannah, Myrtle Beach and North Charleston. Call 843-789-6900 to schedule your appointment.

For Veterans who are not currently enrolled in the VA, please call the eligibility office at 843-789-7008 or visit the eligibility website https://www.charleston.va.gov/patients/eligibility.asp

More information on COVID-19 is available at:
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
VA COVID Information
RHJ VA Medical Center COVID-19 Information

Clinic addresses in South Carolina:

Myrtle Beach: 1800 Airpark Drive, Myrtle Beach
North Charleston: 6450 Rivers Ave., North Charleston
Beaufort: 1 Pinckney Blvd., Beaufort

Garbage, recycling, and yard debris collection will remain on regular schedule. Questions about garbage or recycling? Call (843) 398-4035 between 7:30 a.m. and 3 p.m.
>>You may still pay your utility bill or traffic citation online here. City staff will disinfect public areas more frequently and have hand sanitizer available in public buildings.
Darlington County Courthouse offices are available by appointment only. Please call (843) 398-4100 to schedule.
Local Business Capacity
Pee Dee Regional Transportation Authority takes precautions during this outbreak.
Vehicle Tax Payment Information

You may call the following numbers with service-related issues:

Emergencies, call 911
Business Licenses – (843) 398-4000 ext. 101
Permits – (843) 398-4029
Water/Sewer, Normal Business Hours, – (843) 398-4040
Water/Sewer, After 5 p.m., – (843) 758-1127
Fire, Non-emergency – (843) 398-4013
Police, Non-emergency – (843) 398-4026
Municipal Court – (843) 398-4004
Streets & Sanitation – (843) 398-4035
Media Inquiries – (843) 992-1561

Resources:

Guide for Disinfecting Homes
DHEC Careline (855) 472-3432: Get answers to common questions about the Corona Virus from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. seven days a week.
If you are sick, MUSC Health offers a Virtual Visit to determine if you should leave home to seek medical attention if you think you may have been exposed to the Corona Virus. Use promo code “COVID19” at this link.
AARP will host a weekly live Coronavirus Information Tele-Town Hall right here on Thursdays at 1 p.m. ET. Please bookmark this page and join us each week for the latest information on the coronavirus by calling toll-free (855) 274-9507.

Cancellations & Rescheduling:

All City offices are restricted to essential personnel only.
Nursing homes have restricted visitation to protect the vulnerable adults in their care based on federal guidelines. Only staff and emergency personnel will be allowed access to those individuals.
All indoor recreational facilities are closed.
Most City Board and Commission meetings will be suspended.
The regular City Council meeting will be livestreamed on the City of Darlington Facebook page, www.Facebook.com/DarlingtonSC for the public to watch. You do not have to have a Facebook account to view the meeting.
We are working on a list of what businesses are operating and at what capacity. Please send information to info@buildupdarlington.org or text (843) 992-1561. We will provide a link with all the details we have.