By Jack O’Toole, Statehouse bureau | Have a good idea for South Carolina government? Or maybe a burning desire to serve on a state board or commission?
If so, Gov.-Elect Alan Wilson says he wants to know about it via his new transition website at wilson.sc.gov.
“We are building an administration that puts South Carolina families first, and I believe the people of this state should have a voice in that process,” Wilson said in a Nov. 12 release. “Whether you have an idea to make government more efficient, a solution to a challenge facing your community or a desire to serve, we want to hear from you.”
The launch of the new website, which includes a form for sharing ideas and a tool to upload resumes, follows Wilson’s closer-than-expected Nov. 3 victory over Democratic nominee Jermaine Johnson in the state’s first open governor’s race since 2010.
In other post-election news, Wilson also announced his transition staff this week, including executive director Whitney Michael, general counsel Thomas Hydrick, and communications director Claire Brady, all of whom served in Wilson’s attorney general’s office.
“This team brings the experience, dedication and work ethic needed to ensure a smooth transition and prepare my administration to hit the ground running on day one,” the governor-elect said.
Wilson is set to be sworn in as the state’s 118th governor on Jan. 13, following the historic 10-year tenure of Gov. Henry McMaster.
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