Charleston County measure

2020 | Covid-19, Hazard Pay

STATUS: Enacted

Charleston County has approved hazard pay for essential employees, first responders and public works employees.

Charleston County has activated its Emergency Conditions Pay Program for the first time in at least 30 years, providing an additional $100 per week for salaried workers and an additional $250 per week for hourly workers. The program applies to all county employees considered essential, including first responders and public works employees.

Read the full measure here.