Councilman Chad O'Rear

08/04/2026

I've advocated for the removal of the islands since I was elected. SCDOT didn't get around to doing it so I asked for this to be prioritized ahead of the beginning of the Streetscape project. I'm glad to see them go!

Big changes are coming to downtown Simpsonville.

The city broke ground this week on its downtown project, and the first step is already underway. Crews are removing the concrete islands on Main Street. It's the start of a two-year effort that will bring a new traffic pattern, streetscape improvements and a more walkable, connected downtown.

"Removing this island represents the first visible step in a project that is the result of years of planning, design and coordination," said Mayor Paul Shewmaker.

👉 Read the full story

https://greenvillejournal.com/government/simpsonville-downtown-project-begins-with-removal-of-main-street-concrete-islands/

07/28/2026

Agenda for the Committee of the Whole meeting tomorrow night. It could be a long one but there are many items of interest.

07/15/2026

🌟 Join us in Creating Change! 🌟At Simpsonville Police Foundation, we know that change starts with people like you. Every act of kindness, every dollar, and…

07/13/2026

Agenda for the meeting tomorrow evening. Of interest is the discussion of the 1% referendum. Please come to hear information first hand and sign up to speak if you'd like to give feedback!

07/09/2026

Waving the Stars and Stripes in downtown Simpsonville on Independence Day with Patty Theriot, Fran Willis O'Rear, and Councilman Pinkerton

07/03/2026

At Simply Freedom Fest listening to my childhood friend and high school classmate Edwin McCain.

06/30/2026

Great information from Councilman Pinkerton on the proposed referendum.

Discover key information about Simpsonville’s government, including city council meetings, ordinances, and necessary forms and permits.

06/28/2026

Happy 250th Carolina Day to my fellow native South Carolinians! On this day in 1776 South Carolina forces turned back the British Navy at the Battle of Sullivan's Island. The British didn't return to South Carolina for four years and have regretted that decision for a quarter of a millennium now!

05/28/2026

Join us on July 3 for a FREE, all-ages Independence Day celebration with live performances from DJ Sha, Parmalee, and Edwin McCain! 🎇

YOU MAY BRING YOUR OWN CHAIRS TO THIS EVENT!

Stick around when the sun goes down for a fireworks display right here in the park as we celebrate America’s 250th. Bring the whole family to enjoy one of Simpsonville’s favorite summer traditions!

Gates: 5:30PM
Show: 6:00PM
Fireworks: 9:30PM

See event details here ⬇️
https://bit.ly/4uBZFWf

04/14/2026

Agenda of the meeting tonight at 6:00. Of note is the final vote to authorize a study to potentially impose Impact Fees on new development in the city.