Title
Vote to adopt a resolution recognizing Payroll Week during the week of September 1st through 5th, 2025, in Chatham County
Abstract
Introduction & Background: Payroll professionals play a critical role in ensuring the timely and accurate payment of wages to America’s workforce.
Payroll departments collect, report, and deposit nearly $2.9 trillion in annual federal income, Social Security, and unemployment taxes, in addition to managing complex regulatory requirements at the federal, state, and local levels.
Payroll professionals help ensure compliance with ever-changing labor and tax laws, protecting employees and employers alike.
The work of payroll professionals contributes to the economic health of our nation, supporting employee financial security and enabling businesses to meet their obligations; and
Payroll professionals are vital to the County's mission to deliver efficient and reliable services to residents, ensuring fiscal responsibility and operational excellence across all departments.
Discussion & Analysis: The attached resolution formally proclaims the week of September 1st through 5th, 2025, as Payroll Week in Chatham County to recognize and celebrate the contributions of our Payroll Professionals in supporting the financial integrity and success of Chatham County operations.
How does this relate to the Comprehensive Plan: Demonstrate sound fiscal stewardship to ensure we can meet the important service needs of our residents.
Budgetary Impact: No budgetary impact for this resolution.
Recommendation/Motion: Motion to adopt a resolution recognizing Payroll Week during the week of September 1st through 5th, 2025, in Chatham County.