The Lyman Town Council voted Monday to approve an amendment to the town's ordinance governing peddlers, or door-to-door solicitors.

The Lyman Town Council met on Monday evening, voting to establish specific laws for derelict vehicles within town limits.

The Lyman Town Council gave its final approval for the town’s fiscal year 2026-2027 budget.

The Lyman Town Council unanimously approved the first reading of the town’s Fiscal Year 2026-2027 budget, moving the proposal into the public hearing phase. The budget projects more than $12.4 million in revenue with no millage increase and includes new funding for community support initiatives. Council also approved the purchase of an emergency backup generator for Pacific Place Event Center and filled a vacancy on the Board of Zoning Appeals.

The Lyman Town Council held a meeting to discuss and pass items related to voting procedures and wastewater infrastructure. The council also discussed and passed an ordinance to purchase a Flygt Pump for Lyman Farms Pump Station, and heard updates from the Community Care Committee and Garden Club. Additionally, the council discussed a proposed amendment to the town code regarding the parking and storage of certain vehicles, which will be finalized by town staff and forwarded to the Planning Commission for consideration.

The Lyman Town Council has approved a new ordinance outlining the procedure for naming and renaming town streets. The ordinance includes criteria such as street names being unique, easily discernible and simple to pronounce for public safety purposes. The council also voted to approve a resolution amending plans to honor former state representative Rita Allison, who will have a commemorative sign placed along Church Road and the Park of Lyman renamed to Rita Allison Park. The dedication ceremony is scheduled for April 17.

The Lyman Town Council held its regular March meeting and swore in its new member, Greg Wood. The council discussed and approved several items, including a new voting system, a resolution authorizing the purchase of 20 laptops, and a proposal for the Meadow Street stormwater repair project. They also discussed a possible community Gardening Club and concerns over junk cars. Two individuals were appointed to the Board of Zoning Appeals, and the Business of the Month title was awarded to Lyman Drug, Inc.

The Lyman Town Council held its regular February meeting on Monday, where several items of new business were heard, including a resolution approving the purchase of 20 laptops for the city and a resolution approving the donation of $2,500 to the Tyger River Firefighters Foundation. The meeting was the last before the town's special election for an unexpired council seat, and a few agenda items were postponed for the next meeting when the council bench will be fully staffed.

Lyman Town Council approved a rezoning application for the Boiler Tube Company of America, allowing the company to have greater flexibility on its property. The council also discussed the creation of a Downtown Master Plan and a potential ordinance clarifying the election process for town commissions and boards. Additionally, a lease agreement between the Town of Lyman and Roofline Gutters was passed on its first reading, and a motion to table a resolution accepting a donation by Tractor Supply Company was made until the monetary value is finalized. The council will meet again on February 9.

The Lyman Town Council discussed stormwater issues in the Lyman Mill Village, including failing pipes and alleyway maintenance. The Council approved legal services to investigate if the town has any legal authority to access, remove, or repair the faulty pipes, and if not, potential legal action against third parties. Residents commented on aging infrastructure and requested the Council to hold a vote to return alley ownership to the town, but the Mayor remained firm that the alleyways were private property and not the town's responsibility.