The City of Orangeburg is hosting a series of free quarterly community meetings beginning October 14 to educate residents on how their utility bills and property taxes are calculated. The first Money Matters event will take place tomorrow at 6 p.m. at Stevenson Auditorium on Middleton Street.
Attendees also will learn how funds are calculated across city services. City leaders will present an interactive session where residents can ask questions and learn directly from officials.
Series schedule and topics:
- Tuesday, October 14, 2025: Money Matters: Breaking Down Utility Bills and Taxes. Learn how your utility bills and property taxes are calculated and how funds are allocated.
- Tuesday, February 24, 2026: Safety First: Understanding Public Safety & Emergency Services. Gain insight into how the City funds and operates police, fire, and emergency services.
- Tuesday, May 12, 2026: Living Well: Exploring Parks, Recreation & Community Services. Learn about programs, facilities, and community services available to residents.
- Tuesday, July 28, 2026: Building Orangeburg: Learning About City Planning & Infrastructure. Discover how roads, zoning, and development projects are planned and maintained and about programs, facilities, and community services available to residents.
Residents are encouraged to attend the free sessions to gain valuable knowledge about city services, ask questions, and share their ideas. Questions may be submitted until 5 p.m. on the Monday before each event. Submit questions here.
Additional information may be found on the City of Orangeburg's website.