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1. How did SPLOST come to be?

The Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (SPLOST) law was enacted in 1985 at the request of the Association of County Commissioners of Georgia (ACCG). The SPLOST was conceived and enacted as a county tax for funding capital projects.

2. Who pays SPLOST?

Everyone who makes a purchase within Glynn County will have the 1% sales tax on their purchase.  An estimated 44% will be paid by visitors who travel and stay in our area annually.  

3. How long does SPLOST last?

The Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (SPLOST) sales tax will be imposed for six years if the referendum passes.

4. How was the SPLOST list created?

The Glynn County Board of Commissioners created this list following community listening sessions, town hall meetings, consultant advisory meetings, financial analysis, and examining feedback from the Community Sentiment Survey.

5. How do 2nd Tier projects that were included in the SPLOST Referendum become funded?

If excess SPLOST funds are collected and all referendum approved Tier 1 projects have been funded, then projects from the referendum approved Tier 2 list as prioritized by the Glynn County Board of Commissioners may be selected for implementation.

6. What are some examples of past SPLOST projects?

SPLOST projects and financial reports are found on the Glynn County website, www.glynncounty.org/SPLOST.  The proposed SPLOST 2022 list can be found on www.100percentImpact4Glynn.com.  

7. When will this referendum be voted on?

The SPLOST 22 referendum will be placed on the November 8^th General Election ballot.