Anderson County budget committee keeps 15% sheriff pay plan while asking for written requests and options The Anderson County Budget Committee approved a tentative budget calendar and asked departments for written budget requests while debating deputy pay. Citizens urged a 30% raise; staff and the sheriff argued 15% would cost roughly $2 million and make wages competitive. The committee approved transfers and grant placements.

The Anderson County Budget Committee is grappling with a heated debate over raising deputy pay, with citizens demanding a 30% increase while the sheriff argues for a more modest 15%.

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