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Greenville County Budget Settlement
Greenville County just dropped a major budget lawsuit settlement, ditching its controversial two-year budget system after years of legal and public pressure. The case began with a historic property tax hike in 2023, but roots go back to 2021 when state lawmakers challenged illegal fees the county had been charging — fees the Supreme Court later ruled were unlawful taxes. Beyond the budget, the lawsuit exposed flaws in public meetings and FOIA compliance, drawing in state legislators and accountability advocates. Now, the county agrees to overhaul its transparency practices: clearer public…
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