The City of Anderson’s 2024-25 budget includes a 3% cost-of-living adjustment for full-time and permanent part-time city employees, a full year of public safety salary adjustments, and funding for capital projects such as the Linley Park Project and utility line upgrades/replacements.
On June 24, the City of Anderson approved its 2024-2025 budget of $84,757,127 for the current fiscal year. This is an increase of 2.33% from the prior fiscal year of $82,842,152.
The new budget went into effect on Monday, July 1.
According to officials , this plan is designed to keep up with the growth within the City of Anderson. The most recent United States Census data states that between 2021 and 2022, the Anderson population grew from 28,796 to 29,345, a 1.91% increase.
“I am proud of our 2024-2025 budget, which signifies that our city is a great place to live. Our council and administration commit to working hard for our citizens,” said City of Anderson Mayor Terence Roberts .
“The budget reflects this commitment to providing our residents with top-notch services, infrastructure, and opportunities,” he said. “The fact that we are attracting relocations of families from across the nation is a testament to the quality of life we offer here in Anderson.”