Budget & taxes in Virginia local government
What Virginia city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about budget & taxes — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
2,839 Virginia meetings since 2024 covered budget & taxes. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Virginia with the most budget & taxes activity
- Richmond City Public Schools, VA (105)
- Charlottesville, VA (103)
- Richmond, VA (97)
- Lynchburg, VA (84)
- Danville, VA (83)
- Stafford County, VA (74)
- Warren County, VA (71)
- Amherst County, VA (69)
- Pittsylvania County, VA (67)
- King William County, VA (67)
- Fairfax County Public Schools, VA (61)
- James City County, VA (59)
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The Finance Committee will hold a routine meeting with no substantive items.
This agenda contains only procedural boilerplate. The committee will handle routine administrative tasks, approve previous minutes, and open the floor for public comment.
Committee meets for routine procedures with no substantive agenda items.
This Finance and Economic Development Standing Committee session covers standard procedural boilerplate only. There are no papers for consideration, presentations, or discussion topics scheduled. The meeting will focus on opening remarks, a public comment period, and approving prior minutes.
City Council holds a special meeting with routine agenda items
The Franklin County City Council will convene a special meeting to conduct standard business. Items include a brief citizen comment period, presentations, and the City Manager's report covering community events, utility billing, economic development and school finances. The council will also receive notices of public…
Board considers zoning changes and contracts for sheriff's office
The Henry County Board of Supervisors will consider public hearings on three zoning applications, award several contracts including for sheriff's office vehicles and software, and discuss budget amendments for schools and the community center.
Finance and Audit Committee to discuss FY27 budget and high-value contracts
The Finance and Audit Committee will meet to receive updates on the FY27 budget and the audit plan. The body will also review an Ed Fund overview and discuss contracts exceeding $100,000.
Board considers site preparation contract for The Moores Phase 1
The Board of Supervisors will vote on several contracts, including police vehicle purchases and software renewals. Members will discuss tax exemptions for seniors and disabled residents, as well as solid waste and recycling services. The meeting includes a closed session regarding Busch Gardens and the Williamsburg…
City Council to consider Roanoke Valley Greenway agreement updates
The City Council will hold a work session on stormwater utility and economic branding. The regular session includes votes on the Roanoke Valley Greenway intergovernmental agreement and the sale of a surplus vehicle.
Danville Utility Commission to hold elections for Chair and Vice Chair
The Commission will elect its Chair and Vice Chair and review financial statements from May. The body will also receive an update on the HVAC Replacement Project.
Council to adopt new city code and approve multiple zoning changes
The Richmond City Council will vote on a consent agenda containing multiple special use permits for residential and commercial developments, alongside a major legislative update. Key actions include adopting a new City Code to replace the 2020 version, transferring $480,000 for a fire training facility burn tower, and…
School board to adopt revised FY27 operating and CIP budgets
The Richmond City School Board will hold a special meeting to adopt revised FY27 Operating and Capital Improvement Program (CIP) budgets. The meeting is scheduled for Thursday, July 23, 2026, at 6 p.m. in the City Hall-School Board Chambers.
City Council approves utility easement for Tall Oaks Venture property
The council will vote on Ordinance No. 1832 to accept a public utility easement from Tall Oaks Venture #1A, L.L.C. covering Tax Parcels 28-(7)-1 and 28-(7)-2 for a consideration of $10. It will also hold a public hearing on the Electric Standby Service Tariff and consider Ordinance No. 1834 related to that tariff…
Board will vote on a Chesapeake Bay preservation ordinance amendment.
The Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing on Ordinance 26-04 to amend Hanover County’s Chesapeake Bay Preservation Ordinance. The meeting also includes presentations on transportation updates, a request to advertise public hearings for the Envision Hanover Revisited Comprehensive Plan, and a discussion of a…
Closed meeting motion to discuss a prospective business locating in Goochland
The Goochland County Economic Development Authority will hold its regular meeting on July 22, 2026. The agenda includes routine items such as the Treasurer’s Report, updates on tourism and existing business, and a motion to convene a closed meeting to discuss a prospective business or industry that has not yet…
Board to consider $45 million Altavista Combined School renovation
The Campbell County Board of Supervisors will vote on several items, including a VDOT request to designate Route 762 (Tip Lane) as a Rural Rustic Road and a recommendation to proceed with a $45 million renovation of Altavista Combined School. They will also decide how to handle rough grading for a potential EMS…
Council to consider property purchase resolutions and school funding for FY27
The Petersburg City Council will hold public hearings on two zoning ordinance amendments—one clarifying residential off‑street parking design standards and another updating historic district design guidelines. A third hearing will consider an amendment to the FY27 Grants Fund. The council will also vote on resolutions…
Town Council to consider proffers, special event permits, and a rezoning request.
The Ashland Town Council will approve consent agenda items including police fleet purchases and proclamations. The meeting includes a public hearing on special event permits and a proposed ordinance regarding e-ticket fines, along with a rezoning request for Green Acres.
Warren County CPMT to review vendor contracts and FY27 rate caps
The Community Policy and Management Team will discuss vendor contract requests and the FY27 rate cap for day placements. The body will also review a financial report and budget increase requests. A closed session is scheduled to discuss funding and services for specific children and families.
Tourism Council reviews 2026 marketing and financial reports
The Shenandoah County Tourism Council will approve minutes from May and June, review financial reports, and discuss ongoing marketing efforts including the Outdoor Recreation Guide and FuseIdeas digital campaigns.
Board will consider repealing the 3% seller discount in the county meals tax
The King George County Service Authority Board meets on July 21, 2026 to consider several agenda items. The Board will vote on a proposed amendment to the Meals Tax Ordinance that would repeal the 3% seller discount provision. Additional items include a resolution to join the PFAS class‑action settlement, discussion…
Board will vote on repealing the county meals‑tax seller discount provision
The Board of Supervisors will consider an ordinance amendment to repeal Section 14‑180 of the Meals Tax Ordinance, eliminating the 3% seller discount. The meeting also includes routine warrant issuances totaling several hundred thousand dollars, a discussion of the county’s participation in Phase 2 of the PFAS…
Board considers referendum for 1% sales tax for school capital projects
The Board of Supervisors will consider a referendum to implement a local retail sales tax of up to 1% for school construction and renovation. The meeting includes public hearings on zoning changes and a special use permit for a towing service. The Board will also review several grant applications and easement…
Board considers data center zoning changes and short-term rental permit
The Warren County Board of Supervisors will meet to discuss zoning amendments for data centers in the Industrial District and a conditional use permit for a short-term rental. The board will also review citizen appointments and various county contracts.
Board will consider an employee retention bonus
The Rockbridge County Public Service Authority board will review June 9 meeting minutes, July bills, monthly financial reports, and the director's report. It will discuss unfinished business items including Long Hollow System Upgrades and the Natural Bridge Project. New business includes consideration of an employee…
Board of Supervisors to hold public hearing on FY26 Budget Amendment
The Board of Supervisors will conduct a public hearing regarding the FY26 Budget Amendment. The meeting includes discussions on a budget request and a supplemental appropriation for Amherst County Public Schools.
City Council considers $8 million for new substation at former Morgan Olson facility
The City Council will vote on several budget amendments for the 2027 fiscal year, including funding for airport planning, retiree bonuses, and school funding. The body will also hold a public hearing regarding the HUD One Year Action Plan for community development.
Council considers $4 million state grant for RoVa Labs development
The Roanoke City Council will vote on several items, including a $4 million appropriation from the Commonwealth of Virginia to develop lab space at RoVa Labs (1030 South Jefferson Street). The council will also approve the five‑year budget for opioid settlement funds and accept multiple state grant funds for opioid…
Board will hold a closed session to discuss foster care and personnel matters
The Pittsylvania County Local Board of Social Services will review its annual reorganization, make parliamentary, executive and committee appointments, and approve June 2026 expenditures. Old business includes FY2027 budget guidance and the CSA transition, while new business covers a Compensation Plan Addendum, a…
Board discusses ambulance funding and courthouse cell phone pouches
The Board of Supervisors will meet for a staff briefing to discuss several funding requests and infrastructure projects. The meeting includes discussions on public defender office space and performance agreements for Innovative Refrigeration Systems. The Board will also review rezoning requests and ordinance…
Board to consider school funding increase and employee salary adjustments
The Appomattox County Board of Supervisors will consider an additional $252,803 for the school system's FY 2027 budget and a 1.5% cost-of-living adjustment for county employees. The meeting also includes approvals for invoices, budget transfers, and library board appointments.
Council considers bonds up to $54 million and a school construction sales tax referendum
City Council will hold public hearings on issuing up to $29 million in public improvement bonds and $25 million in refunding bonds. The body is also considering a referendum for a local general retail sales tax to fund public school capital projects. Other business includes housing grants and zoning amendments for 801…
Council considers $366,882 supplemental appropriation and bridge repairs
The Bristol City Council will vote on a supplemental appropriation of $366,882 and consider bridge repair projects on Goodson Street, Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, and Oak Street. The meeting also includes a remote participation vote, a joint public hearing with the Planning Commission on updates to Chapter 50 of…
EDA meeting will review Manassas Shopping Center operating report and budget
The Economic Development Authority will approve the June 9, 2026 meeting minutes and review the May 2026 financial report. New business includes input from the EDA director and the council liaison. Old business focuses on the Manassas Shopping Center, covering its May operating report, the 2027 operating budget…
Commission discusses a retreat for its members
The Washington Manassas Airport Commission will approve the minutes from its June 18, 2026 meeting and hear the Airport Director's report on revenues, expenses, aging, tie‑down, hangar occupancy, noise and construction updates. Several presentations will be given, including from APP Jet Center, Delta Airport…
EDA will review bond fee comparison chart and draft bond application
The Stafford County Economic Development Authority will discuss several new‑business items, including a bond fee comparison chart and a draft bond application, an engagement letter for an audit, and a marketing & events contract. The board will also elect officers for Chairman, Vice Chair, Treasurer, and Secretary. A…
CPMT meeting reviews strategic plan, contracts, and foster care funding
The King George County Community Policy & Management Team will review the long‑range strategic plan and CSA policy and procedures. It will consider FY 2026‑2027 CSA vendor contracts and new fiscal year goals. The board will discuss reimbursement for private day‑education tuition, foster‑care maintenance rates, a new…
Board reviews financial report and invoices, holds closed session
The Economic Development Authority board will receive a financial report from Jeff Cumberland and consider three invoices totaling $5,327.50. A closed session will be held to discuss investment of public funds where competition or bargaining is involved. The meeting also includes director and board comments.
Arts and Humanities Council to discuss FY2026 budget amendment
The Arts and Humanities Council will meet to discuss a funding request for the FY2026 Fall Budget Amendment. The council will also receive an update regarding the FC250 Committee.
Board of Supervisors considers Comp Board salary increase and real estate matters
The Board of Supervisors will discuss a 3.5% salary increase for the Comp Board and review surplus funds from the Department of Social Services and Public Schools. The meeting includes a closed session to discuss the disposition of property at 384 Old Ferry Road and litigation involving Hole in the Wall Waterfront…
Board reviews FY27 budget, staffing expense transfer, and new positions
The King William County Social Services Advisory Board will consider the Finance/Budget Report, including a Board of Supervisors approval to move staffing expenses to operational expenses within BL855. The report also outlines FY27 State budget impacts such as a 2% bonus, a 3.5% raise, a $55,000 allocation, and…
Public Art Commission to discuss FY2026-27 budget and work plan
The Public Art Commission will meet to discuss the FY2026-27 budget and updates to the PAC Work Plan. The meeting also includes reports on the Americans for the Arts Conference and a Summer 2026 Arts & Culture Report.