Mayor Elise Partin of Cayce, South Carolina

Join Mayor Kristine Lott on "Mayors of Main Street" as she sits down with Mayor Elise Partin of Cayce, South Carolina, for an insightful conversation about her remarkable journey as the city's first female and longest-serving mayor. Mayor Partin, first elected in 2008, shares how she's cultivated a "cleaner, safer, and healthier Cayce" while maintaining its unique small-town charm amidst a bustling region. This episode explores the power of nonpartisan local governance, emphasizing community engagement, effective communication, and the vital role of connection in fostering a thriving city.Discover Mayor Partin's surprising entry into politics, driven by a community issue, and how her background—including lessons learned from her mother, who worked for a long-serving mayor—shaped her approach to public service. She highlights the importance of incorporating citizen voices into decision-making, from simple agenda adjustments to comprehensive planning, and discusses how her focus on fundamental community needs transcends political divides. Mayor Partin also touches on the critical balance of leadership and operational expertise in a council-manager government, offering a candid look at the challenges and immense rewards of serving one's community.