Here is a recap of the Simpsonville City Council on Jan. 14.
Other item: Fiscal year 2023-2024 audit
During his presentation to council, David Phillips of Greene Finney Cauley said that his firm found no issues with Simpsonville’s financial records from fiscal year 2023-2024.
The report included various highlights, including:
- The general fund increased by $2.8 million from 2023 to $26.3 million in 2024 with $19.7 million of the revenue coming from taxes.
- General fund expenditures increased by $1.5 million from 2023 and included $1 million in additional funds to public safety.
- Most increased general fund expenditures were primarily related to higher salaries and benefits.
- The sewer fund increased $2.6 million over the past year to $23.3 million and included $1.9 million in grant revenues.
