Laurens City Council has given unanimous approval on the first reading of its budget for the 2023-2024 fiscal year. Mayor Nathan Senn noted, “Our budget, which is $10.3 million in total, is a balanced one with no tax increase.” Mr. Senn added the budget “Fully funds all our departments and has a competitive pay rate for all employees.”
At the Tuesday night meeting on the new budget, Council Member Marion Miller said, “We are truly blessed.” The mayor agreed.