Personnel & appointments in Virginia local government
What Virginia city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about personnel & appointments — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
954 Virginia meetings since 2024 covered personnel & appointments. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Virginia with the most personnel & appointments activity
- Richmond City Public Schools, VA (67)
- Arlington Public Schools, VA (49)
- Hampton, VA (45)
- Norfolk City Public Schools, VA (39)
- Petersburg, VA (35)
- Newport News Public Schools, VA (33)
- Pittsylvania County, VA (29)
- King William County, VA (28)
- Fairfax County Public Schools, VA (27)
- Suffolk, VA (24)
- Bristol, VA (23)
- Herndon, VA (22)
Latest matching meetings
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…
James City Service Authority to review Wastewater Capacity Study
The Board of Directors will receive a presentation on a Wastewater Capacity Study. The meeting also includes a closed session to evaluate the performance of the General Manager.
Board discusses Executive Director search and officer appointments
The board is reviewing updates on the search for an Executive Director and recruiting for board vacancies. The meeting includes the approval of minutes and the appointment of a new slate of officers.
Council to discuss property deals, legal advice, and staff assignments
The Petersburg City Council will meet in closed session at 3:00 PM on July 21, 2026 at the Petersburg Library. The meeting is called to discuss acquisition or disposition of real property for a public purpose. Council members will receive legal advice on several Virginia code sections and the Project Based Voucher…
Board considers resolution supporting 1% funding for school construction projects
The Newport News Public Schools Board will hold a closed session to discuss prospective candidates for various leadership positions. After the closed session, the board will certify the closed meeting and address personnel actions. The primary action item is a resolution supporting a 1% funding measure for public…
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 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…
Council will consider appointments to boards and commissions
The Danville City Council work session will review and recommend appointments to boards and commissions. It will also discuss summer research on small businesses and receive program and economic development updates. Standard procedural items such as call to order, approval of minutes, and motions on closed‑meeting…
Council to consider conditional use permit for 9423 South Congress St.
The New Market Town Council will discuss a conditional use permit request to change the first‑floor unit at 9423 South Congress Street from commercial to residential. They will also consider Ordinance 147 (Remote Participation Policy) and Resolution 260 (Meeting Times). Additional items include appointments for…
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.
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…
Committee will approve minutes and handle a closed meeting
The Appointments Committee will consider approval of the June 2026 meeting minutes. It will also authorize and certify a closed meeting. No other substantive items are on the agenda.
Board of Supervisors to hold closed session on real property and litigation
The Board of Supervisors will meet to conduct business, including a potential closed session. Discussions in the closed session may include a performance evaluation and legal matters regarding county property and litigation.
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…
Council to interview City Manager applicants in closed session
The Falls Church City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct remote interviews with applicants for the City Manager position. The interviews will take place in a closed session as permitted under Virginia law. No votes or public decisions are scheduled.
School Board discusses governance and Maury High School construction
The Norfolk School Board is holding a retreat to discuss governance norms, chain of command, and the district's strategic plan. The board also proposes a closed meeting to discuss personnel actions and a construction contract.
Town Council to discuss mobile vending and approve zoning administrator
The Colonial Beach Town Council will approve minutes, a budget amendment, and a zoning administrator appointment. The body will also hold a public hearing on a coffee roastery permit and discuss mobile vending vehicles.
Board of Supervisors to review compensation study and health insurance
The Board of Supervisors will receive a presentation on a compensation study and an overview of upcoming health insurance enrollment. The meeting also includes an update on completed and in-progress projects.
Board considers rezoning and special use permits for commercial sites
The Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings on removing proffered conditions for three commercial properties and a special use permit for a commercial kennel. The meeting also includes several grant allocations for police and emergency services and various board appointments.
Council to hold closed meeting regarding tourism board and litigation
The City Council will convene a special closed meeting to discuss an appointment to the Petersburg Area Regional Tourism Board of Directors. The council will also consult with legal counsel regarding potential litigation related to pfas contamination.
Airport Commission will discuss project updates and approve agenda items
The Danville Airport Commission will appoint a chairman and vice‑chairman, approve the meeting agenda and the minutes from the June 9, 2026 meeting, and hold a public comment period. The commission will also receive updates on five airport projects, including erosion control, a corporate hangar site preparation, an…
City Council to consider first reading of ordinance transferring Roanoke Valley Greenway commission
The council will take a first reading of an ordinance that authorizes the City Manager to finalize and execute a new intergovernmental agreement moving the Roanoke Valley Greenway Commission to the Roanoke Valley‑Alleghany Regional Commission. A separate ordinance will have its first reading to repeal the existing…
Board approves bills and discusses VDOT construction changes
The Patrick County Board of Supervisors will approve meeting minutes, bills, and claims, and discuss a resolution for construction changes with the Virginia Department of Transportation.
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.
City Council considers road projects and employee bonus payments
The City Council will vote on resolutions of support for two Smart Scale projects and a second reading of an ordinance regarding monetary bonuses for city officers and employees. The body will also consider several street closure requests for local events and festivals.
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.
Board adopts FY2026-27 budget of $33.5 million for Grayson County
The Grayson County Board of Supervisors will adopt a $33,516,405 budget for fiscal year July 1 2026–June 30 2027. A public hearing will consider a zoning map amendment to rezone 1.421 acre of Tax Map #77‑A‑27B from Rural Farm to Commercial for a livestock haul facility. The board will also vote on appointments to the…
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.
Committee to elect officers and discuss master plan updates
The Parks and Recreation Committee will meet to approve minutes, elect a chair and vice chair, and discuss the Parks, Culture & Recreation Master Plan. The committee will also receive updates from department staff and various community partners.
Committee to discuss superintendent and clerk evaluations, enter closed session
The Evaluation Committee will review the evaluation timeline, discuss the auditor's evaluation tool, and review the end-of-year evaluation process for the superintendent and clerk. The committee will then enter a closed session to consider personnel matters including performance, salaries, and resignations of specific…
City Council to review city manager applications in closed session
The City Council will hold a special meeting to conduct a closed session under Virginia law to review applications for the position of City Manager. No public votes or other business are scheduled.
Closed session for performance reviews of city clerk and attorney
The Government Operations Committee will hold a closed session under Virginia law to discuss performance, salaries, and other personnel matters for the City Clerk and City Attorney. No other substantive business is on the agenda.
City Council to discuss performance of top city officials
The City Council is holding a special session to evaluate the performance of the City Manager, City Attorney, and Clerk of Council. This discussion will take place in a closed session pursuant to state law.
Hampton Council votes on zoning changes reducing parking and lot requirements.
The Hampton City Council will vote on multiple zoning amendments, including reducing minimum parking and lot size requirements for residential properties. The council will also approve a $1.15 million one-time bonus for city staff and update stormwater permit fees. Routine consent items include funding for bond…
Council to consider authorizing up to $1.37 M bond for water system improvements
The Woodstock Town Council will hold a public hearing and then consider a resolution to issue a general‑obligation revenue bond not to exceed $1,373,250 for the Water Quality Improvement Project. The Finance Committee has recommended adopting that resolution and also set dates for its committees. The council will also…
Woodstock EDA approves $9,660 façade grant for 121 South Main Street
The Woodstock Economic Development Authority approved a $9,660 reimbursement grant for façade improvements at 121 South Main Street. The board also discussed outreach strategies, reviewed the treasurer's report, and noted the upcoming appointment of a new board member by Town Council.
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…
RPS Board to approve contracts, budget transfers, and salary updates
The Richmond Public Schools Board will hold a business session on July 7, 2026, with key actions including approval of consent agenda items such as contracts over $100,000, budget transfers over $10,000, a salary table update for AF27, and policy committee recommendations. The board will also hold a closed session to…
Arlington School Board elects new Chair and Vice Chair for 2026-27
The Arlington School Board will hold an organizational meeting to elect a Chair and Vice Chair for the 2026–2027 school year, appoint officers, and adopt policies and procedures. The meeting also includes a closed session on personnel actions and approval of routine items such as payment of claims and meeting…