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Pickens County holds second public hearing on proposed 2026 budget; final vote set for Dec. 15
Summary
Board presented a balanced $41.96 million general fund proposal for 2026, highlighted a $0.75/hour cost‑of‑living increase for full‑time staff and that public safety accounts for roughly half of general fund spending; board closed the hearing and will consider adoption Dec. 15.
Chairman opened the second public hearing on Pickens County’s proposed 2026 budget and reviewed top‑line figures and program highlights. The proposed general fund is $41,955,793, enterprise funds total about $6.8 million, and the proposal includes a $0.75 hourly cost‑of‑living increase for full‑time employees, the chairman said.
The chairman noted the budget would keep the county’s general fund…
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