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TOWN OF HEATH SPRINGS, SOUTH CAROLINA
103 Duncan Street | P.O. Box 100
Heath Springs, SC 29058
Phone: 803-273-2066 | Fax: 803-273-3478
In Memoriam: Mayor Ann Taylor (1926-2020)
The Town of Heath Springs Remembers The Life & Legacy Of Former Mayor Ann Taylor
No single individual in the history of the Town of Heath Springs was more devoted, nor gave more of themselves to the community than former Heath Springs Mayor Ann Taylor. It is with deep sadness the Town of Heath Springs announces her passing this past Tuesday, Aug. 18 in Lexington, SC at the age of 93.
Mayor Taylor devoted more than 40 years of her life to public service, serving as a Town of Heath Springs Council member including 27 years as Mayor. She loved this Town and the residents of Heath Springs loved her. On her retirement, Town Hall was named in her honor and she leaves behind a legacy rich in public service and dedication to her fellow man and especially the residents of Heath Springs who she served with great humility and honor.
"Mayor Taylor loved Heath Springs," said current Mayor Eddie Moore. "She was dedicated to this Town and she tried to make it better for everyone in everything she did. Mayor Taylor was a true leader and public servant in every sense of the word. Always looking out for the Town and its citizens and never seeking anything for herself. She is the epitome of a true public servant and the Town of Heath Springs is going to miss her but her accomplishments live on. She accomplished many great things for this Town and we honor her achievements and dedication."
"On behalf of the Heath Springs Town Council, administration, and employees, we express our sincere condolences to Mayor Taylor's family and friends and thank them for sharing such a wonderful woman with us for so many decades."
- Mayor Eddie Moore, Town of Heath Springs
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Our Town
Your Government
Your Government
Located in Lancaster County, South Carolina just 40 minutes south of Charlotte, NC, and just an hour north of Columbia, SC, the Town of Heath Springs has been in existence for more than 200 years. With a population of just under 500 residents, we pride ourselves on maintaining the hospitality of a small Southern town while striving to improve the future for all of our residents.
In the early 1800s, the Hanging Rock Mineral Spring became well-known for its “healing, bubbling springs” and in the 1850s, the Hanging Rock Mineral Springs Inn began attracting people from many areas seeking the healthful mineral spring waters. Though Sherman’s soldiers destroyed the inn, the area around the spring, known as the Heath Spring after its new owner, had begun to grow, and eventually a post office originally called the Heath Spring Post Office was established. Later a business firm from Lancaster opened in the area—the Heath, Springs and Company, and in 1890, the town of Heath Springs was incorporated, and the post office soon changed its name to Heath Springs Post Office.
Your Government
Your Government
Your Government
The Town of Heath Springs has a total population of 987 and was first incorporated in 1890. The Town is governed by a Mayor-Council form of government. Most functions of Town government are administered at Heath Springs Town Hall which is located at 103 Duncan Street.
The Town Council consists of 5 members elected at large and includes the Mayor who oversees all meetings. Elections are held the second Tuesday of July and are non-partisan.
TOWN COUNCIL MEETING SCHEDULE
Regular Council meetings are held the 3rd Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. The public is encouraged and welcome to attend.
TOWN COUNCIL
CONTACT INFORMATION
Eddie Moore, Mayor
PO Box 388
Heath Springs, SC 29058
803-273-9938 (h)
843-337-1816 (c)
Iva Lee Drakeford, Mayor Pro Tem
PO Box 171
Heath Springs, SC 29058
843-337-2812 (h)
803-287-7480 (c)
Peggy Bowers, Councilwoman
P. O. Box 641
Heath Springs, SC 29058
803-246-1415 (c)
Joey Plyler, Councilman
P. O. Box 609
Heath Springs, SC 29058
803-287-8677
Tameka Morrow, Councilwoman
P.O. Box 100
Heath Springs, SC 29058
Phone: 803.273-2066
Jason Truesdale, Town Administrator
P. O. Box 100
Heath Springs, SC 29058
Phone: 803.273.2066
Wanda Kilpatrick, Town Clerk
If you would like to speak with the Town Administrator or any member of the Town Council, please contact us at 803-273-2066.
HOLIDAYS OBSERVED
New Year's Day
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Easter (Monday)
Memorial Day
Independence Day
Labor Day
Thanksgiving Day
Day after Thanksgiving
Christmas Eve
Christmas Day
Day after Christmas
The Ann S. Taylor Municipal Building will close for each of these holidays. Sanitation route will continue as normal unless Christmas Day falls on Tuesday. All route schedule change will be printed on water bill noti
Town Services
Your Government
Recreation & Events
The day-to-day operations of the Town of Heath Springs are managed by the Town Clerk and supervised by the Town Administrator. Main offices for the Town of Heath Springs are located just off Main Street at 103 Duncan Street. The Town phone number is 803-273-2066 Departments, programs, and services of the Town include:
- Town Clerk
The Town Clerk serves as clerk to the Town Council, serves as the main office manager for the Town, and handles all accounts payable/receivables, human resources and serves as the collections department for the Town including billing and collections for water, sewer, and business license fees.
- Law Enforcement
The Town of Heath Springs receives police protection from the Lancaster County Sheriff's Office.
- Fire Department
The Town of Heath Springs receives fire protection from the Heath Springs Volunteer Fire Department which is located adjacent to Town Hall at 103 Duncan Street. The department has 12 volunteers. The Lancaster County Fire Service provides oversight of all County volunteer departments and provides funding assistance for new equipment and training.
- Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Lancaster County EMS operates a station in Heath Springs at 309 Hart Street and provides emergency medical assistance to Town of Heath Springs residents.
- Water & Wastewater
The Town of Heath Springs owns and operates water and wastewater facilities. The Town handles all billing for these services and has contractual agreements to oversee the maintenance and operation of these facilities. Residential and commercial customers can receive service and pay bills at the Ann S. Taylor Municipal Building located at 103 Duncan Street. Bills are generated and mailed the final week of each month. Payment is due by the 12th with a late fee (10% of billed amount) assessed on the 13th. If the 12th falls on a weekend or holiday, payment will be accepted the next business day without penalty. Cut off is on the 20th of each month. If the 20th falls on a weekend or holiday, cut off will resume on the next business day
- Maintenance Department
Maintains Town facilities and assists in the welfare of town related issues.
- Sanitation Department
Provides garbage pickup for residents each week on Tuesdays. Residents should check their monthly water bill for important updates to any route changes. Route changes normally occur if there is a threat of severe or inclement weather or the Christmas Holiday. We will do our best to notify residents of any last minute changes via our Facebook page and the Town website.
- Leaf and Limb Service - Contracted The Town has leaf and limb pickup on the 2nd and 4th week of each month. There is no designated day at this time but preparing on Saturday for the week's pick up would be a safe call at this time.
- Parks & Recreation
Parks and recreation programs and services are contracted through the Lancaster County Parks & Recreation Department. The Town of Heath Springs owns and maintains several parks in the community.
- Economic Development
Recruitment of new business and industry and programs and services for existing industry are provided to the Town through a partnership with the Lancaster County Department of Economic Development Department (LCDED).
For more information about Town programs and services, call 803-273-2066.
Recreation & Events
Economic Development
Recreation & Events
The top event sponsored by the Town each year is the annual 4th of July Parade & Celebration on Main Street. The event attracts dozens of vendors and hundreds of visitors each year.
The 2nd Annual Heath Springs Health & Wellness Fair is scheduled for June 12 - 13, 2020.
The Town of Heath Springs operates several parks within the Town limits for the recreation and enjoyment of its residents.
In addition, there are several historic sites nearby and Andrew Jackson State Park is within a 20-minute drive of the Town. You can learn more about Andrew Jackson State Park by visiting their website at: https://southcarolinaparks.com/andrew-jackson
The Town's parks include:
- Heath Springs Picnic and Walking Track, 5384 Kershaw Camden Hwy, . 5 acres. Facilities: Picnic shelter, lighted 1/5 mile asphalt walking track, historical site with boardwalk, and nature areas. Call 803-273-2066 for picnic shelter reservations.
- Heath Springs Ballfields, 107 S. College Street. 4 acres. Facilities: One lighted adult softball field and one unlighted youth baseball field.
- LT Reeves Basketball Court, 100 Reeves Street. 1 acre. Facilities: One unlighted basketball court.
- Heath Springs Town Park, 102 Duncan Street. 2 acres. Facilities: Two lighted tennis courts, playground, and picnic area.
- Heath Springs Soccer and Ballfield, 162 Solar Road. 3 acres. Facilities: One multi-purpose field supports one unlighted soccer and one unlighted youth ball field.
- Heath Springs Train Depot Located at 101 Duncan St. Spacious with an upper and lower level, refrigerator, men and women's restrooms, 10 6 ft rectangular tables and 50 cushioned chairs. Rental is for the entire day for $200 with a $100 refund eligibility. Contact the Town Clerk to book your event today!
Latest News
Economic Development
Economic Development
Town Hall Closed Due To COVID-19
Due to the State of Emergency by The Honorable Henry McMaster, The Town Hall is closed to the Public until the Governor lifts the State of Emergency. Payments may be made by mail, placed in the drop box or call the Town Hall and pay by credit card.
Town Council Meetings
Town Council Regular Meeting is Tuesday, July 21, 2020, 7:00 p.m. in Council Chambers at Town Hall. If interested in participating, please attend this important meeting.
BUSINESS NEWS!...
SUBBIES of Heath Springs is now open! Located at 113-B N. Main St. owned and operated by Will and Brooke Cauthen.
The Strip at Heath Springs is now open! Located at 113-C N. Main St. Bringing an entire new meaning to dragstrip racing!
Heath Springs Pizzeria is open and located at 111-A N. Main St. The BEST PIZZA WITHIN A 50 MILE RADIUS! And offering more than just pizza.
Dementia Support Group
Sponsored by MSA Hospice of Camden, SC is held the 3rd Wednesday of each month in the Meeting Room at the Ann S. Taylor Municipal Building. For questions or additional information, contact Robbie Robinson, LMSW, at 803-432-1195.
Local Student Attends Heath Springs Town Council Meeting...click to read more ...https://www.thelancasternews.com/content/hse%E2%80%99s-1st-student-leaders-drop-heath-springs-council-meeting
Former Heath Springs Mayor Ann Taylor Honored For Over 40 Years of Service...
For the full story, click here.
Retiring Heath Springs Town Clerk Thee Baker Is Honored
Economic Development
Economic Development
Economic Development
In 2008, the Town joined forces with Lancaster County Government to build a new certified Class A industrial park within the Town limits.
The 67-acre park has access to the L&C Railroad and has more than 40 available acres.
Rico Tag became the first tenant in the park in 2009, building a 150,00 sf facility that employs more than 200.
Visit the Lancaster County Economic Development website at www.lcded.com for more information about business opportunities in the Heath Springs Business Park.
MASC Annual Meeting July 18-21, 2019, in Greenville, SC
2018-2019 Municipal Association of South Carolina President Octavia Williams-Blake with Councilwoman Peggy Bowers
Iva Drakeford, Mayor Pro-Tem (far left) and Mayor, Eddie Moore (2nd from right) with fellow municipal leaders at the Annual Meeting.
Councilwoman Tameka Morrow (bottom left corner) with fellow municipal leaders at the Annual Meeting.
When the sun went down, the beautiful lights came on in Greenville (Annual Meeting - photo by Councilwoman Tameka Morrow).
Heath springs health & wellness fair
The Second Annual Heath Springs Heath Fair had to be cancelled for 2020 due to the Covid-19. It will be rescheduled for June 2021. Please check back at the website for future updates.
The Town of Heath Springs and MUSC-Lancaster will be hosting a COVID-19 Testing even this Wednesday, July 22 at Town Hall.
The Historic Heath Springs Train Depot
Rent for your next event!
The historic Heath Springs Train Depot is available for rent for private parties and events. Spacious with an upper and lower level, refrigerator, men and women's restrooms, 10 6 ft rectangular tables and 50 cushioned chairs. Rental is for the entire day for $200 with a $100 refund eligibility. Contact the Town Clerk to book your event today!