Batesburg-Leesville Town Council District 3
Election Information:This Municipal Election will be held Tuesday, November 4, 2025. Your address indicates you live in the district for this race.To find your Election Day polling location, go to: https://vrems.scvotes.sc.gov/Voter/Login?PageMode=PollingPlaceEARLY VOTING: If you prefer to vote prior to November 4, 2025, you can vote during a two-week early voting period Monday, October 20 through Friday, October 31, except Saturday and Sunday, at YOUR county voter registration office. If you are registered in Lexington County, go to the Lexington County Voter Registration and Elections Office: 605 West Main Street, Room 130, Lexington, SC 29072. If you are registered in Saluda County, go to the Saluda County Voter Registration and Elections Office: 4390 Batesburg Highway, Saluda, SC 29138.ABSENTEE VOTING: You may be eligible to vote absentee by mail. For details on eligibility and how to submit your request, see this SC Election Commission Voting Absentee page: https://www.scvotes.gov/absentee-voting.Position Description: The Town of Batesburg-Leesville has a nonpartisan council-manager form of government, including the mayor and 8 council members who serve 4-year terms. Each council member represents a single district, while the mayor is elected at large. The mayor and council members have equal votes on the town council and are responsible for making policy, enacting laws, and appointing the town manager. To serve as Mayor or Council Member a person must be a resident of the town, at least 18 years of age and registered to vo
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Stephen Steve Cain
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Tyler List
(NON)
What prompted you to run for office?
What steps would you take to address the community’s recurring flooding and stormwater drainage issues?
How would you meet local needs for public transportation?
What are your other priorities for action?
Education
Georgetown University, Washington, DC
Qualifications
GOVERNMENT AND COMMUNITY ORGANIZER/ADVANCEMENT PROFESSIONAL • Batesburg-Leesville Councilman • Congressional Aide to United States Senator Ernest Fritz Hollings. • Gubernatorial Aide to South Carolina Governor Jim Hodges. • Special Assistant to District of Columbia Mayor Marion S. Barry • Program Director for The Community Partnership/Prevention of Homelessness
I’m running because I care deeply about the future of Batesburg-Leesville. We’re at a pivotal moment, and with the right leadership, we can address long-standing issues and plan wisely for growth. My time on council has shown me both our community’s strengths and the areas where we must do better. I’m committed to listening, uniting people, and focusing on real results—not politics. I believe in our town, and I’m stepping up to help move us forward.
As your councilman, I will continue working to improve our stormwater infrastructure by securing funding for critical drainage upgrades, prioritizing high-risk flood zones, and ensuring regular maintenance of ditches and culverts. I’ll also collaborate with state and county officials to develop long-term solutions that protect homes and roads. Community input is key, and I’ll keep listening to residents to ensure our efforts meet real needs. Together, we can make Batesburg-Leesville more resilient.
As your current representative on the COMET Board, I’ve been focused on practical solutions for our community’s transit needs. I recently submitted a proposal for a 4-bus circulator system that would loop around Batesburg-Leesville with stops at key shopping centers, job sites, and neighborhoods. This system would improve access to work, healthcare, and essential services, especially for residents without reliable transportation. My goal is to make public transit more accessible, efficient, and responsive to the daily needs of our town.
As your Councilman, my priorities include smart growth planning that preserves our small-town charm while welcoming responsible development. Batesburg-Leesville is growing, and we must ensure that growth benefits everyone—not just a few. I’ll continue working to attract good-paying jobs, support small businesses, and partner with regional leaders to expand opportunities. Affordable, obtainable housing is also critical. I will collaborate with agencies like US Rural Development and SC Housing to bring mixed-income housing options for seniors and our workforce, helping residents live and thrive right here in our community.
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