Businesses repeatedly point to “quality of life” as one of the determining factors in making a decision where to locate. South Carolina’s hometowns are the primary source of the valuable elements that create a positive quality of life supporting tourism, public safety, recreation, the arts and cultural activities. South Carolina’s cities and towns support legislative efforts to provide residents and businesses with cost-effective and efficient programs and services that support a positive quality of life.
- Support local decision making for land use and development regulations.
- Support statewide elimination of the Blue Laws.
- Support a statewide smoke-free law that does not include local preemption language.
- Support flexible uses of the local hospitality and accommodations taxes.