County Council June 2, 2026

The Greenville County Council held its regular meeting on June 2, 2026, where several procurement and budget-related matters were discussed. Key procurement topics included the approval of fee-in-lieu-of-tax agreements for economic development projects such as Project Augusta Arbor 2 and Magnolia Grove Holdings LLC, with motions passed to authorize these agreements. The council also deliberated on the FY2027 budget, including amendments to employee pay raises and funding allocations. A notable budget discussion involved the sheriff's department staffing, where council members debated the addition of six new deputy positions amid ongoing recruitment challenges, ultimately voting to remove these positions from the budget. Additionally, the council addressed a proposed transportation penny sales and use tax ordinance, which was referred to the committee of the whole for further consideration. Other agenda items included property transfers, zoning ordinance approvals, and oversight committee updates related to vendor selection for performance audits. Public comments highlighted concerns about planning commission oversight and affordable housing projects. The meeting also featured proclamations recognizing community initiatives but did not include direct contract awards or vendor selections beyond those mentioned.