Jason Gillam - York County Insights

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Jason Gillam

Let's Talk: The Future of Recreation Funding in York County, SC

York County is at a crossroads. After nearly 20 years of operating under a targeted tax system for recreation services, our county council is proposing a fundamental change that will affect every property owner in York County. This isn't just about tax policy—it's about fairness,

Key Concerns and Questions About the Recreation Tax District Abolishment

As York County considers abolishing the Recreation Tax District, several important questions remain unanswered. 1. Why limit stipends to youth athletics only? The York County Council has suggested the tax district was only ever intended for youth athletics and that "municipalities have gotten away from that." However, Section

The Recreation Tax District Mystery: Youth Athletics vs. "Recreation Services"

The Recreation Tax District Mystery: Youth Athletics vs. "Recreation Services"

In my previous video post about York County's proposed recreation tax changes, I mentioned three key questions I had for the county council. Today, I'm diving deeper into one of those questions: Why are only youth athletics eligible for stipends, excluding senior, adult, special needs, and

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York County Rec Tax Explainer

It's that time of year when York County, SC, holds public hearings and readings regarding the county budget. The hot button item this season is the abolishment of the York County Recreation Tax District (see new business item 4 from May 5). Numerous concerned citizens spoke up about