South Carolina State law mandates municipalities and counties do annual audits to ensure the proper collection, reporting, and distribution of fine and assessments from the point of collection to the point of distribution and a supplementary schedule detailing all fines and assessments collected at the court level, the amount remitted to the municipal treasurer and the amount remitted to the State Treasurer.

City of Marion's Annual Budget outlines both income and expenditures that are expected to be received and paid over the coming year. This budget helps to plan for the upcoming year and makes the necessary adjustments in cash flow to cover expenses. City of Marion's Annual Budget is a vital instrument in accurately projecting future cash flow and effectively managing incoming revenue and existing debt.