Elections in Virginia local government
What Virginia city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about elections — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
720 Virginia meetings since 2024 covered elections. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Virginia with the most elections activity
- Waynesboro, VA (38)
- Suffolk, VA (36)
- Chesterfield County, VA (35)
- Madison, VA (35)
- King William County, VA (35)
- Middlesex County, VA (34)
- Fredericksburg, VA (33)
- Appomattox County, VA (31)
- Pittsylvania County, VA (23)
- Campbell County, VA (23)
- Grayson County, VA (23)
- Bristol, VA (23)
Latest matching meetings
Richmond City Council to vote on grants, cemetery maintenance, and AI tool donation
The Richmond City Council will hold its regular September meeting to act on several ordinances and resolutions, including grants for climate resilience projects, cemetery maintenance funding, and a donation of AI services for certificate of occupancy processes. The meeting will also consider amendments to parking…
Pittsylvania County Electoral Board to review polling place ADA compliance
The Pittsylvania County Electoral Board will hold a meeting on September 10, 2026, to conduct routine administrative business. Key agenda items include a public comment period, an annual review of polling place accessibility under Virginia Code § 24.2-310(C), and a vote on the Annual ADA Compliance Confirmation for…
Arts Commission to discuss elections, workshop, late-report penalty
The Arts Commission of York County is meeting for routine business: approving minutes, reviewing commissioner status and liaison assignments, and discussing new items including an election, February workshop options, a penalty for late final reports, and updates on organizations. No votes on specific projects or…
Electoral Board to plan November election logistics
The Westmoreland County Electoral Board is meeting to approve minutes, review the General Registrar's report, and wrap up the August 4th election, including issues with schools. They will also discuss preparations for the November 3rd election, such as ballot amounts, testing, staffing, training, and ADA compliance…
Radford Electoral Board meets Sept. 9 at courthouse
The Radford City Electoral Board is holding a meeting on Wednesday, September 9, at 3:00 p.m. at the Radford City Courthouse, 619 2nd St., Room 117. The agenda contains no listed items, so the meeting appears to be procedural only.
Louisa County Electoral Board prepares for November General Election
The board will elect a Chairperson and review the Registrar's report regarding upcoming election logistics. Discussions include early voting preparations, precinct needs, and upcoming training dates for the November 3 General Election.
Town hall to discuss 1% sales tax referendum
The Mathews County Board of Supervisors is holding a town hall meeting to present information and answer questions about the 1% sales tax referendum. The meeting includes a presentation by the Division Superintendent and a question-and-answer session with officials.
Chesterfield Electoral Board to approve August minutes and appoint officers
The Chesterfield County Electoral Board will meet to approve minutes from prior meetings and appoint officers of election for upcoming elections. The board will also discuss preparations for the November general election.
Council to consider comprehensive plan and arts and culture master plan
The Martinsville City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the 'Martinsville Momentum' Comprehensive Plan. The meeting also includes discussions on an arts and culture master plan, emergency operations, and a special election for the Sheriff position.
Waynesboro Electoral Board to meet Sept. 8, 2026
The Waynesboro Electoral Board will hold a scheduled meeting on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. in the Registrar's Office at 501 W. Broad Street. The public is welcome to attend. The agenda contains no specific items beyond the meeting notice itself.
Board reviews proposed 6 sq ft limit for temporary signs and November 4 election logistics
The Madison County Electoral Board will discuss a proposed ordinance limiting temporary signs to 6 square feet and review a report on precinct consolidation. The meeting also covers the status of felon voting rights and the impact of new USPS rules on mail-in ballots. Additionally, the board will approve new election…
Electoral Board reviews August primary, prepares for November election
The Newport News Electoral Board is meeting to approve minutes, review lessons learned from the August 3rd Republican Primary, and discuss preparations for the November election. The board will also discuss the contents of Envelope 2A and room diagrams for large precincts.
Electoral Board prepares for Nov 3 general election with ballot order at 91%
The Appomattox County Electoral Board is reviewing minutes and planning logistics for the November 3, 2026, general election. The agenda includes a ballot layout and design review on September 11 and a full-day canvass on November 4. The board is also discussing voter ID requirements and training for election…
ACPS Governance Committee to review policy revisions and elect leaders
The Alexandria City Public Schools Governance Committee will meet via Zoom to approve minutes, elect a Chair and Vice Chair, and review proposed changes to several policies and regulations, including hazard reporting, building management, energy conservation, and home instruction. The committee will also discuss board…
Electoral Board plans Nov 3 general election, approves OoE lunch funds
The Northumberland County Electoral Board met to plan the November 3, 2026 general election, including early voting, machine testing, and canvassing dates. They also discussed a School Board District 5 candidacy, approved up to $500 for officer of election lunches, and reviewed the Risk Limiting Audit schedule and…
Electoral board to vote on annual ADA compliance confirmation
The Suffolk Electoral Board is meeting to consider a single action item: confirming annual ADA compliance for all polling places, as required by state law. The board will vote on three findings regarding accessibility assessments and compliance, and authorize the secretary to submit the confirmation to the state. The…
Electoral board to consider ADA compliance survey
The Suffolk Electoral Board is meeting to approve its agenda, hear public comments, and consider an action item on an ADA compliance survey. The meeting is largely procedural, with the main substantive item being the survey action.
Electoral Board to review August primary, prep November election
The Chesterfield County Electoral Board is meeting to approve minutes, appoint election officers, review the August primary, and begin preparations for the November general election. The board will also hold a work session on stipends and may enter a closed session for personnel and security matters.
Committee to review school board election cycle and terms
The City-ACPS Ad Hoc Committee on School Board Election is meeting to consider adopting its agenda and reviewing background materials, including a City Council resolution creating the committee and a School Board resolution proposing changes to the election cycle and terms. The School Board resolution references years…
Electoral Board to review ballot order and ADA compliance
The King William County Electoral Board is meeting to approve minutes from August 5 and 7, 2026, and to discuss election preparation for the November General election, including ballot order and important dates. They will also review ADA compliance and may enter a closed meeting to review the Voting System Security…
Council to vote on stormwater utility fee ordinance
The Salem City Council will hold a work session on the Architectural Review Board, then a regular session. The main action is a second-reading vote on a stormwater utility fee ordinance, along with a decision on a use permit for outdoor gatherings at 1936 West Main Street. The agenda also includes routine items like…
Electoral Board to set ballot quantity and review voting equipment for November election
The Campbell County Electoral Board is meeting to handle routine election administration, including approving minutes, setting ballot quantities for the November General Election, and receiving updates on new voting equipment. They will also recap the August Primary, discuss training topics and Logic & Accuracy (L&A)…
Electoral Board to review voting security plan in closed session
The Warren County Electoral Board will meet to approve minutes, hear staff and public comments, and take action on appointing election officers and confirming ADA compliance. The board will also enter a closed session to discuss the Annual Voting Systems Security Plan, as permitted by state law.
Planning Commission to elect leaders, hold public hearings on Verizon and Stedman items
The Amherst County Planning Commission is meeting to elect a Chair and Vice Chair, hold public hearings on two items (a Verizon Wireless proposal and a Stedman application), and discuss manufactured homes and industrial standards. The agenda also includes site plan updates and approval of the July 16, 2026 meeting…
Water Authority to award Dove Haven water main replacement contract
The Middlesex Water Authority will elect officers, hear public comments, and consider a consent agenda including minutes and financials. Key business includes awarding a construction contract for the Dove Haven Water Main Replacement Project to Walter C. Via Enterprises, Inc., and amending the FY26-27 budget. The…
Board of Elections to review August election and voting security
The Grayson County Board of Elections will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, enter a closed session to discuss voting security matters, and receive the General Registrar's report. The report includes an office update, August election review, ADA compliance survey finalization, and officer of election millage…
Board to consider 1% sales tax referendum for school capital projects
The Grayson County Board of Supervisors will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda, public comments, and new business. The most consequential item is a resolution to place a 1% local sales tax referendum on the November 2026 ballot, with revenues dedicated solely to school construction and renovation. The board…
Electoral Board reviews August election, plans November General Election
The Waynesboro Electoral Board is meeting to review the August 4 election and begin planning for the November 3 General Election. They will discuss ballots, training, and recruiting election officers. The board will also hold a closed session to discuss personnel issues.
Electoral Board to canvass and certify August 4 dual primary election results
The Pittsylvania County Electoral Board is reconvening from its August 5 meeting to canvass and certify the results of the August 4, 2026 Dual Primary Election. The board will also hold a closed session to review provisional ballots as permitted by Virginia law. Public comments will be taken before the closed session.
Madison Electoral Board to review provisional ballots from recent election
The Madison County Electoral Board will convene to conduct a post-election review of provisional ballots. The meeting is procedural and focused on election integrity. The next meeting is scheduled for September 2, 2026.
Electoral Board to certify election results
The Electoral Board will reconvene the canvass to review the validity of provisional ballots. The board will vote on the number of valid ballots to be counted and certify the election results.
Electoral Board to finalize Aug. 4 primary canvass results
The King William County Electoral Board will meet to canvass and finalize the results of the August 4, 2026 Dual Party Primary Election, including signing abstracts. They may also hold a closed meeting to discuss provisional ballots from that election. The agenda is otherwise procedural.
Council to vote on referendum for 1% sales tax increase for school construction
The Norfolk City Council is holding a special meeting to consider a resolution that would initiate a referendum election on whether to add up to a 1% local general retail sales tax. Revenue from the tax would be used solely for capital projects for new construction or major renovation of schools serving the city. The…
Electoral Board to canvas August 4 primary vote
The Madison County Electoral Board will meet to conduct the initial canvas of the August 4 primary election results. The board will also receive a report on proposed sign ordinance revisions and review the completed registrar's annual performance evaluation.
Suffolk Electoral Board begins canvass of August 4 Dual Primary Election
The Electoral Board is conducting a multi-day canvass to verify ballot counts and determine voter eligibility. This process involves reviewing provisional and absentee mail-in ballots to finalize election results.
Suffolk Electoral Board to certify primary election results on Aug 5
The Suffolk Electoral Board will meet on August 5, 2026, to canvass results from the August 4 primary elections, review provisional ballots, and conduct other necessary business. Additional meetings are scheduled if needed through August 10.
Electoral Board to determine validity of provisional ballots
The Campbell County Electoral Board will meet to determine the validity of provisional ballots from the August 4, 2026, Primary Election. A canvass of votes for the same election will follow the provisional ballot meeting.
Electoral Board to conduct canvass and review Republican Primary process
The King George County Electoral Board will conduct a canvass and discuss the August 4, 2026, Republican Primary Election process. The board will also finalize ADA compliance forms for polling places for submission to the State Board of Elections.
Electoral Board to canvass Aug. 4 primary results
The King William County Electoral Board is meeting to canvass the results of the August 4, 2026 Dual Party Primary Election. They may also hold a closed meeting to discuss provisional ballots from that election. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other substantive items listed.
Electoral Board to canvass August 4 Republican Party Primary
The Warren County Electoral Board will meet to conduct the official canvass of the Republican Party Primary Election held on August 4, 2026.