After nearly four hours of debate and public testimony, the Greenville County Council approved a nearly $500 million budget for the next fiscal year. The budget includes a 6% pay increase for law enforcement, a $1 million cut to affordable housing funds compared to last year, and steady funding for public transit. The meeting drew a packed, passionate crowd advocating for housing support and fair wage increases.
Crowded Meeting Draws Passion
Residents began lining up…..