Vincent Sheheen, Mayor

Mayor Vincent Sheheen was born and raised in Camden. He was a member of the South Carolina Senate from 2004-2020, representing the 27th District. He was also a member of the South Carolina House of Representatives from 2001-2004. Sheheen holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Political Science from Clemson University and a Juris Doctor Degree from the University of South Carolina.

Vincent takes pride in his hometown and is an advocate for education, good government and people! His continuing priority is the City of Camden.

Vincent and his wife, Amy, are the proud parents of three sons: Joseph, Austin, and Anthony, and grandparents to their grandson, Theodore.

Mayor Vincent Sheheen was elected to Camden City Council in November 2024.

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Hamilton Boykin, Council Member

Councilmember Hamilton Boykin is a lifelong Camden resident and lives here with his wife and two girls in Camden public schools.  Hamilton is an international sales professional with an extensive background and personal expertise in high-end hunting and specialized outdoor equipment. He has a bachelor’s degree in international business from the College of Charleston and currently works with Leica Sport Optics as an Education Manager.  He is also an avid traveler and lifelong hunter and a proud member of the Board of Directors for Safari Club International, Low Country Chapter. 

Councilmember Hamilton Boykin was elected to Camden City Council in November 2022.

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Phil Elliott, Council Member

Councilmember Phil Elliott grew up in Camden and attended Camden public schools. He graduated from Camden High School in 1973, and attended Anderson College (now Anderson University). After returning from college, he joined his father and brother in their auto body repair business.

In 1984, Phil joined the Camden Fire Department as a volunteer before moving into the department full time. He moved through the ranks of the department, serving the citizens of Camden for 38 years, before retiring in 2022 as Deputy Chief. After his retirement, he rejoined the department as a volunteer and served as their Chaplain until retiring again in 2024 with a total of 40 years of community service. He was actively involved in the community as a member of the department’s fire and life safety team, as a child safety seat technician and Fire Marshal, and served on several regional and statewide committees and associations. He currently assists Kershaw County Fire Service with their fire inspection program and remains a Rescue Diver with the Camden-Kershaw County Rescue Squad.

Phil is very active in his church, First Baptist of Camden, serving there as a deacon and with Men’s Ministry. He and his wife, Felicia, have two daughters: Britton and Mallory. His hobbies are fishing, hunting and working in his garden growing vegetables. Phil’s favorite pastime is spending time with his three grandsons: Charlie, Jackson and Braxton.

Councilmember Phil Elliott was elected to Camden City Council in November 2024.

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William Wilkes, Council Member

William Wilkes is a dedicated public servant and philanthropist who values transparency, accountability, and accessibility. Most importantly, he believes Camden’s best days are still ahead of us and is committed to building a city that works for everyone. As a Camden native, William has experienced firsthand the qualities that make Camden special, as well as opportunities for improvement. He is devoted to listening to residents’ concerns, advocating for shared values, and working collaboratively to make Camden an even better place to live, work, and thrive.

William and his family live in Camden’s Historic District. Beyond his public service, he enjoys spending time with his family, fly fishing, and sporting clays. His passion for the arts is reflected in his work with The William C. Wilkes Family Arts Initiative, which is dedicated to supporting and promoting the arts and culture in Kershaw County. When not in Camden, he enjoys spending time in New Mexico’s high desert or traveling abroad.

In addition to his service on Camden City Council, Councilman Wilkes is a member of the Board of Directors for the Santee-Lynches Council of Governments and the Santee-Wateree Regional Transportation Authority. Councilman Wilkes considers it both an honor and a privilege to serve the residents of Camden and is committed to working hard to overcome challenges and seize opportunities for our community.

Councilman Wilkes was elected to Camden City Council in November 2024.

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