ORD 2026-15 Amending Article XV, Sections 2-286 through 2-290, to Reclassify the Position of Tourism Manager as Tourism Director AdoptedORDINANCE 2026-15
AMENDING ARTICLE XV, SECTIONS 2-286 THROUGH 2-290, OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES
TO RECLASSIFY THE POSITION OF
TOURISM MANAGER AS TOURISM DIRECTOR
WHEREAS, the City of North Augusta established the Department of Tourism pursuant to
Ordinance No. 2023-29; and
WHEREAS, since the establishment of the Department of Tourism, the Department's
responsibilities have expanded to include additional tourism, recreation, greeneway, event, and facility
management functions; and
WHEREAS, Mayor and Council find that the title of Tourism Director more accurately reflects the
leadership, management, and administrative responsibilities of the position; and
WHEREAS, Mayor and Council desire to amend Article XV, Sections 2-286 through 2-290, of the
Code of Ordinances to reclassify the position of Tourism Manager as Tourism Director.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Mayor and City Council of the City of North
Augusta, South Carolina, in a meeting duly assembled and by the authority thereof, that Article XV,
Sections 2-286 through 2-290, of the Code of Ordinances are hereby amended as follows:
ARTICLE XV. DEPARTMENT OF TOURISM; DIRECTOR OF TOURISM;
DUTIES OF DEPARTMENT AND DIRECTOR.
Sec. 2-286. Establishment of Department of Tourism; Purpose.
There shall be a Department of Tourism. The Department shall provide advice
and technical expertise to City employees, elected officials, citizens and others who
inquire regarding matters of tourism and events.
Sec. 2-287. Establishment of office and appointment of Director.
There shall be an officer of the City known as the Director of Tourism who shall
be appointed by the Mayor, upon recommendation of the City Administrator.
Sec. 2-288. Control and management of the Department.
The Director shall be responsible for the administration and management of the
Department and shall report directly to the City Administrator in connection with such
administrative duties.
Sec. 2-289. Duties of Department of Tourism Director generally.
The Department under the direction of the Director shall:
(1) Be responsible for the promotion of locations throughout the City as a viable,
competitive, and preferred option for local and national meetings, events, and
celebrations for business and leisure.
(2) Direct the daily operations of the Tourism Department including all tourism
and event facilities; Coordinate joint use of city tourism and event facilities with
community groups.
(3) Take necessary steps to ensure the safety of citizens that utilize tourism
facilities, attend special events and take part in any activity offered by the
department and/or City.