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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Scotland County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Capital Planning and Requests
A public hearing was scheduled on the SCATS FY 28 grant, which funds senior center administrative and capital needs. Grant approval affects services available to older residents in the county.
FY 2027 Tax Rate Resolution
Staff clarified what "revenue neutral" really means: it's not a promise your bill stays the same. The number can't be computed yet because commercial appeals are still pending.
Senate Bill 889 Revaluation Reversal
The first revaluation in seven years is underway, with property values still being updated (listings due January 31, big commercial filers not until April 15). No tax rate was set today; commissioners hope to settle it by May.
Fund balance sustainability
Commissioners warned that pulling $1.6 million from savings this year isn't sustainable, especially with no completed audit in two years to confirm the actual balance. They want to grow jobs and the tax base — including the quarter-cent sales tax — so the county isn't living off its savings.
Employee Health Insurance Costs and Broker Selection
After a roughly 25% premium increase last year, the county is shopping brokers. A new broker can't see the county's claims data unless hired first, which limits competition. Both brokers will present in February.