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County leaders signal employee pay and infrastructure as top FY2027 budget priorities
Summary
During discussion of FY2027 budget goals, commissioners and staff emphasized employee compensation and retention, drainage and roads, and the need for clearer public budget materials; staff said department budget reviews begin next week and three strategic‑planning public hearings are scheduled for Jan. 26–28.
Dorchester County council members and staff used the FY2027 budget goals discussion to make employee compensation and infrastructure central priorities for the coming budget cycle. Council members said low pay and retirement/benefit issues are driving turnover and urged the county to prioritize salaries and retention as part of FY2027 planning.
Council members repeatedly cited reports showing…
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