Greenville Connects

Fund at 5%

Let's Keep Moving

Greenville County Council is considering a transportation penny tax referendum for the November ballot, but only 3% of the funding is currently proposed for public transit. To keep Greenville moving today and meet future demand, transit needs at least 5%.

What does 5% funding mean for Greenville?

  • Sunday service on every route.
  • Buses every 30 minutes on every route.
  • A more connected and accessible transportation network for residents and visitors.

Greenville deserves frequent, dependable public transit.

Ask A Council Member to Fund at 5%

Greenville County Council will vote on the penny tax referendum on July 21.

Make your voice heard. Send a message to a county council representative and show your support for stronger public transportation in Greenville County.

Show your support for better transit






Why Should I Care?

Public transportation in Greenville isn’t just about getting from point A to point B—it’s about creating a more connected, sustainable, and thriving community. By supporting and using Greenlink, you help reduce traffic congestion, protect our air quality, and make the county more accessible for everyone. Whether you're commuting to work, running errands, or enjoying a day out, having reliable transportation makes life easier for all residents.

As Greenville’s population continues to grow, so does the demand for efficient and accessible transportation options.

More residents mean more cars on the road, leading to increased traffic congestion and longer commute times. Expanding and improving public transit helps alleviate these challenges by providing a reliable alternative to driving, reducing the strain on infrastructure, and supporting the county’s long-term growth.

Greenlink is a vital resource for those who don’t have access to a car, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to participate in the vibrant life of our county. Beyond mobility, public transportation strengthens our local economy by connecting workers to jobs, supporting businesses with reliable customer access, and attracting new investment. By investing in public transportation, we’re not just improving mobility—we’re enhancing economic opportunity and reinforcing the values of accessibility, fairness, and sustainability that make Greenville a thriving community.

Here’s what you should know about public transit in Greenville.

Public Transit:

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Encourages Workforce Participation & Economic Growth

Lack of transportation is one of the top barriers preventing South Carolinians from returning to work. Investing in public transit strengthens the local labor force, helping businesses fill positions and boosting economic activity.
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Provides Cost-Effective Infrastructure Investment

As Greenville grows, public transit is a cost-effective alternative to road expansion. Instead of costly new highways, improving transit efficiency supports mobility at a lower long-term cost.
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Supports Local Businesses

Reliable public transit ensures workers can reach their jobs and customers can access businesses. This increases local spending and strengthens small businesses.
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Supports Hardworking Families

Many families cite lack of transportation as a major hurdle to employment. A strong transit system helps parents access jobs, reducing financial stress and increasing self-sufficiency.
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Reduces Traffic Congestion & Commute Time

By providing an efficient alternative to driving, transit investments help reduce traffic, improve road conditions, and decrease commute times—benefiting drivers and transit users alike.
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Strengthens Community & Civic Engagement

Public transit connects people to jobs, churches, schools, and local events, fostering a stronger community and reinforcing shared values of hard work and opportunity.
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Enhances Public Safety

Reliable transportation reduces the likelihood of people walking in unsafe conditions and provides mobility for seniors and individuals with disabilities, promoting safety and independence.
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Boosts Local Tax Revenue

More people working means more taxable income, increased sales tax revenue from consumer spending, and greater financial resources for schools, public safety, and infrastructure.
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Who is Greenville Connects?

Greenville Connects, a partnership of local businesses and nonprofits, the Greenville Chamber, and others, is a coalition seeking to increase investments in our transit system. Founded in 2019, we believe transit options support economic development and mobility, workforce development, fairness, health, quality of life, traffic easement, and so much more.

Our advocacy efforts resulted in:

  • The first significant funding increase for Greenlink – Greenville County’s public transit system – in decades
  • Expanded bus service hours, mobile pay upgrades, and funding for a new maintenance facility
  • Collaboration with Greenlink for driver recruitments
  • Amending the penny tax model to lay the groundwork for funding transit without increasing grocery costs
  • Collaborating with nonprofits and organizations throughout the community to learn where and how transit needs to improve

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