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.
441 Virginia meetings since 2024 covered elections. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Virginia with the most elections activity
- King William County, VA (34)
- Appomattox County, VA (30)
- Bristol, VA (24)
- Harrisonburg, VA (24)
- Waynesboro, VA (19)
- Pittsylvania County, VA (18)
- Madison, VA (17)
- Suffolk, VA (16)
- Claremont, VA (16)
- Fredericksburg, VA (15)
- Middlesex County, VA (14)
- Grayson County, VA (14)
Latest matching meetings
Electoral Board to oversee Republican Primary election and canvass votes
The Fredericksburg Electoral Board will meet to administer the August 4, 2026 Republican Primary election. The board will conduct vote canvassing on August 5 and a provisional canvass on August 10, followed by a post‑election canvass. The session may include closed portions as permitted by state law.
Electoral Board to canvass Aug 4 election, plan Nov 3 staffing
This meeting focuses on canvassing the August 4, 2026 election, including an initial review and continuation of the canvass. The board will also plan for a provisional ballot meeting on August 5 and set staffing levels and ballot order for the November 3, 2026 election. Certification of the election is scheduled for…
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.
King William County Electoral Board to discuss 2026 ballot and election officers
The Electoral Board is meeting to review minutes and plan for the November 2026 ballot order. The board will also discuss officers of election and ADA compliance. A closed session may be held to review the Registrar's annual performance and security plans.
Electoral Board will discuss August primary plans and registrar review
The Waynesboro Electoral Board will meet at the public library on July 21, 2026. The agenda includes routine items such as call to order, pledge of allegiance, adoption of agenda, and approval of minutes. The board will discuss final plans for the August primary election and conduct a closed‑session performance review…
Electoral Board to appoint election officers and discuss personnel
The Middlesex County Electoral Board will meet to approve minutes, appoint officers of election, and discuss personnel matters in a closed session.
Warren County Electoral Board to appoint officers of election
The Electoral Board will meet to appoint officers of election and conduct the annual evaluation of the General Registrar in a closed session. The board will also schedule the canvass for the August 4, 2026, Republican Party Primary Election.
Board will prepare for the August 4 dual primary election
The Falls Church Electoral Board will review and approve the April 21, 2026 meeting minutes, hold a closed session for personnel annual reviews, appoint additional election officers, and discuss preparations for the August 4 dual primary election. Additional items and announcements will also be addressed.
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…
Board will discuss preparations for the August 4, 2026 primary election.
The Electoral Board will adopt its agenda, review ADA compliance of Bristol’s precincts, and discuss preparation plans for the August 4, 2026 primary and the November 3, 2026 general elections. A closed session will be held for matters involving prospective candidates and personnel under Virginia law. The meeting is…
Electoral Board to review Director of Elections performance
The Appomattox County Electoral Board is holding a special meeting on July 16, 2026, to conduct a review of the Director of Elections. The board will also finalize a training schedule for election officers ahead of the August 4 primary, with sessions planned for multiple precincts.
BZA to elect new secretary and hear solar appeal
The Board of Zoning Appeals will elect a new secretary to replace the Zoning Administrator and hear an appeal regarding a solar determination. The meeting will be held in person and via Zoom.
Landfill Committee to elect officers and discuss CIP trailer replacement
The Landfill Advisory Committee will meet to elect a chair and vice-chair, discuss the Citizen Issues process, and review the Capital Improvement Program for a new office trailer at the Purkin's Corner Convenience Center.
Crewe Town Council meeting includes interim mayor candidate presentation
The Crewe Town Council meeting features a presentation and Q&A session with Ela Engmann, a candidate for Interim Mayor. The agenda also contains several items listed under new business, old business, and informational categories.
Harrisonburg Electoral Board meeting scheduled for July 13, 2026
The Electoral Board will meet at City Hall to hear a report from the Director of Elections. The agenda includes a closed session to discuss personnel matters and election security practices.
Bristol Industrial Development Authority meeting scheduled for July 13, 2026
The Industrial Development Authority will conduct an election of officers and review minutes from the May 11 and May 20 meetings. The agenda includes staff comments and public comments on non-agenda items.
Zoning map amendment for 523 and 525 Goodson Street considered
The Bristol Planning Commission will elect officers for FY 2026-2027 and adopt its annual summary for FY 2025-2026. It will consider a zoning map amendment (ZMA 02-2026) affecting 523 and 525 Goodson Street, and recommend updates to Chapter 50 of the city code. The commission will also vote on two subdivision plats…
School Board elects officers and approves 2026-27 calendar
The School Board met to organize for the 2026-27 year, electing Christopher Harris as Chair and Alexander Crider Scioscia as Vice Chair. The board approved the meeting calendar, financial delegation of authority, and policy updates from the 2026 legislative session.
Grayson County Electoral Board to discuss redistricting
The Board of Elections will meet to discuss redistricting with County Administrator Steve Boyer. The agenda also includes updates on the August Primary and a closed session regarding a personnel matter.
Board to consider Collections Policy amendment and elect officers
The Historic Resources Board will meet to elect a chair and vice chair, appoint sub-committee members, and discuss a proposed amendment to the Collections Policy. New member Jason Doll will be introduced. The board will also receive updates on historical sites, programs, and the Parks, Culture & Recreation Master Plan.
King William EDA to elect 2026 chair and vice chair
The King William County Economic Development Authority will hold an organizational meeting to elect a chair and vice chair, review meeting minutes, and discuss a partnership with the Virginia Tourism Corporation.
Work session on school facilities construction and sales tax referendum
The City Council will hold a work session on the Charlottesville City Schools Facilities Construction Program, covering financial and portfolio assessments and discussing a potential sales tax referendum to fund school projects. No public comment will be taken during this session. Councilor reports from boards and…
Electoral Board prepares for August dual primary, reviews reimbursement
The Electoral Board will review and approve amended minutes from the previous meeting, discuss the April Special Election reimbursement of $10,161.30, and consider multiple preparations for the August Dual Primary—including training new officers, staffing requests, ADA updates, and an advertising proposal. The board…
Electoral Board to discuss moving Registrar's Office to Morgan Memorial Library
The Suffolk Electoral Board will discuss a possible relocation of the Registrar's Office to Morgan Memorial Library. The Board will also vote on a Remote Participation Policy, Duties and Delegations, and an Interim Evaluation Plan for the General Registrar. A closed session will review the Voting System Security Plan…
Suffolk Electoral Board discusses office relocation and voting security
The board will review the possible move of the Registrar’s Office to Morgan Memorial Library. Members are scheduled to take action on remote participation policies, duties, and a registrar evaluation plan. The meeting also includes discussions regarding precinct assignments and voter registration eligibility.
Madison Co. board seeks referendum on 1% sales tax for schools
The Board of Supervisors passed a resolution to petition the circuit court for a special election on November 3, 2026, asking voters to approve a 1% local sales tax for school capital projects. If approved, the tax would fund construction or renovation of public schools and expire by July 6, 2046.
Board sets canvass dates for Aug. 4 Republican primary
The Electoral Board will establish canvass dates and times for the August 4, 2026 Republican Primary and approve election officers for that primary. The meeting also includes public comment, approval of previous minutes, and a general registrar report.
Electoral Board to select election officers for August Primary
The Waynesboro Electoral Board will meet to handle business related to the August Primary, including selecting election officers (OEs), finalizing training details, and reviewing the registrar's performance. The board will also welcome a new member, Alex Branch, and assign duties between the registrar and the board.
Curry County Electoral Board meeting on July 6, 2026
The board will review the June 1, 2026 minutes and receive a Department of Elections report. The agenda includes discussions regarding FOIA and closed sessions for officer appointments and annual valuations.
City Council considers up to 1% sales tax referendum for public school projects.
The Richmond City Council is reviewing budget adjustments, grant authorizations for affordable housing and historic preservation, and a proposed sales tax referendum for school facilities. The council will also discuss a partnership framework with the Richmond Redevelopment and Housing Authority to redevelop the…
EDA Board to hold closed sessions on property acquisition and investments
The Radford Economic Development Authority will hold a regular meeting including officer elections, approval of prior meeting minutes, and consideration of invoices. The board will enter two closed sessions to discuss real property acquisition or disposition and investment of public funds, citing Virginia code…
Board to consider Parks, Culture & Recreation Master Plan update
The Historic Resources Board will meet at 7pm following a 6pm Collections Committee meeting. Items include election of chair and vice chair, appointment to sub-committees, and approval of minutes. New business features a report on the Collections Policy amendment, while old business includes an update on the Parks…
Electoral Board to determine ballot count for August primary
The Madison County Electoral Board will meet to conduct routine business and discuss election-related matters. Key actions include determining the number of ballots needed for the upcoming August primary and conducting a closed session for the registrar's annual performance evaluation. The board will also review…
Electoral Board to review ADA compliance and election preparations
The Electoral Board will conduct an annual review of precinct ADA compliance. Members will also discuss preparations for the August 4, 2026 Primary and the November 3, 2026 General Election.
Patrick County EDA to approve transactions and elect officers
The Economic Development Authority will review bank balances, approve transactions, and elect officers. The meeting includes updates on the West Piedmont Planning District Commission and discussions regarding the Cockram Mill project.
Council considers a new City Code and updates to utility billing and elections
The committee will review a proposal to adopt an entirely new City Code of Richmond. Additionally, the Department of Public Utilities and the Office of Elections will provide departmental presentations.
Electoral Board to appoint officers of election
The Warren County Electoral Board will meet to approve previous meeting minutes, receive a staff report, and appoint officers of election for the upcoming election cycle.
BZA to elect new secretary and hear solar project appeal
The Board of Zoning Appeals will elect a new secretary to replace the Zoning Administrator and will hear an appeal regarding a previously approved 3.0MW solar facility.
Electoral Board will review and approve April 2026 meeting minutes
The King William County Electoral Board will consider approving the minutes from its April 15, 22, 24, and 27, 2026 meetings. It will receive a budget update on the Capitol Improvement program and discuss important election dates for 2026. A closed portion of the meeting may address cyber security and the registrar's…
City of Falls Church Electoral Board meeting on June 16, 2026
The Electoral Board will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and appoint additional officers of election. The agenda includes discussions regarding Sunday voting hours, security, and upcoming elections.