Schools & libraries in Virginia local government
What Virginia city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about schools & libraries — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
1,447 Virginia meetings since 2024 covered schools & libraries. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Virginia with the most schools & libraries activity
- Richmond City Public Schools, VA (211)
- Arlington Public Schools, VA (146)
- Fairfax County Public Schools, VA (111)
- Norfolk City Public Schools, VA (104)
- Prince William County Public Schools, VA (85)
- Newport News Public Schools, VA (75)
- Henrico County Public Schools, VA (54)
- Arlington County Public Schools, VA (34)
- Stafford County, VA (34)
- Lynchburg, VA (33)
- Richmond, VA (30)
- Hanover County, VA (27)
Latest matching meetings
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.
Commission reviews school construction and residential additions
The Commission of Architectural Review will consider certificates of appropriateness for exterior renovations, additions, and demolitions. The body will also conduct conceptual reviews for a new school and attached housing.
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.
Subcommittee will discuss four school policy proposals, including early childhood programs.
The Arlington Public Schools Policy Subcommittee will meet on July 22, 2026 at the Syphax Education Center. The meeting is open to the public, but no public comments will be taken. The subcommittee will discuss four draft policy items: Early Childhood Programs, Summer Learning Opportunities, Instructional Delivery…
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…
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…
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…
Library Board to discuss UKW Branch grand opening
The Library Board of Trustees will meet to review administrative reports and statistical summaries. The agenda includes a report on the grand opening of the UKW Branch.
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.
Waynesboro Library Board meets July 21, no agenda items
The Waynesboro Library Board is scheduled to meet on July 21, 2026, at the Waynesboro Public Library. The provided agenda contains only procedural information with no specific items for discussion or decision.
Library Board meeting scheduled; no agenda items listed.
This Library Board meeting is purely procedural, with no specific decisions or discussions listed in the agenda. The meeting is scheduled for July 21, 2026, at the Waynesboro Public Library.
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 hears school system presentation on southern campus
The Town Council will hold a work session to listen to a presentation from the Shenandoah County School System about the southern school campus. No decisions are listed; the item is informational.
Richmond schools policy committee meets to discuss policy revisions
The Richmond City Public Schools Policy Committee will convene on July 20, 2026, to discuss and review a series of policy revisions and administrative procedures. The agenda includes approving minutes from previous meetings and reviewing policies regarding student attendance, staff employment, and school facility…
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…
Facility Committee to review public safety building site and assembly policy
The Hanover County Facility Committee will consider site options for a new Public Safety Building and discuss a policy on public space use and assembly. The meeting includes updates on animal control, library, and magistrate space feasibility studies.
Library Board of Trustees meeting on July 15, 2026
The Board of Trustees will meet to discuss library operations and strategic planning. The agenda includes a review of draft meeting minutes and proposed strategic goals for fiscal year 2027.
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.
Suffolk City Council considers bond issuance, land use permits, and fund transfers
The City Council will review several ordinances regarding fund appropriations for public safety, parks, and schools. The meeting includes public hearings for a day care facility, a solar energy facility, and a wetlands mitigation bank.
Council will consider a referendum for a 1% sales tax increase for school projects
The Martinsville City Council will discuss several items, including a letter of support for the SMART Scale Project on Commonwealth Blvd, Liberty Street, and Market Street. Council members will consider a resolution to place a referendum on the November 3, 2026 ballot for an additional one‑percent local sales and use…
Board will vote on financing the CTE Building via an EDA lease revenue bond
The Orange County Board of Supervisors will adopt the agenda and consider a consent agenda that includes appointments, several Rural Rustic Road designations, FY26 budget amendments, and support for the Smart Scale Project. New business items include a market‑wage adjustment and 2% bonus for Department of Social…
Board considers $3.21 million budget amendment for water projects and fire truck
The Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing regarding a budget amendment for water projects and fire company payments. Members will also discuss a request to petition for a 1% local sales tax for school construction.
City Council and Manassas City Public Schools discuss legislative priorities
The City Council and Manassas City Public Schools will meet for a legislative breakfast. The discussion focuses on the 2026 legislative priorities for both the City Council and the school system.
Board of Supervisors to review emergency staffing and hazard mitigation plan
The Board of Supervisors will discuss emergency communications staffing and the 2025 Regional Hazard Mitigation and Resilience Plan. The meeting includes several supplemental appropriations for the CSA and School Board.
School Board to discuss budget and Maury High School construction
The Norfolk School Board is holding a two-day retreat to discuss academic reports, school support levels, and the budget proposal. The board will also consider a contract for the design and construction of a new Maury High School campus.
Board will discuss the 2026‑2031 Strategic Plan and Downtown Library matters
The Suffolk Library Advisory Board will review reports from the Library Director, the Friends of the Library, and the Literacy Council standing committee. It will consider unfinished business concerning the Downtown Suffolk Library. New business includes discussion of the Library’s 2026‑2031 Strategic Plan.
Disciplinary committee to discuss student matters in closed session
This is a procedural meeting of the Richmond City Public Schools Disciplinary Committee. The committee will approve minutes from a prior meeting and then convene a closed session to discuss student admission or disciplinary matters shielded by privacy laws. No public votes on substantive policy are expected.
Pittsylvania County Library Board to address budget adjustments
The Library Board of Trustees will meet to review financial and operations reports from May and June 2026. The board is scheduled to act on budget adjustments. Other discussions include the Chatham outdoor space and the bookmobile.
Council considers sales tax referendum and multiple budget amendments
The City Council will discuss a resolution to initiate a referendum on an additional 1% retail sales tax for school construction projects. The agenda also includes several budget amendments, property transfers, and updates on opioid abatement efforts.
Council considers retail sales tax referendum and multiple budget amendments
The City Council will consider a resolution to initiate a referendum on adding a 1% retail sales tax for school construction and renovation projects. The meeting also includes several proposed ordinances to amend the fiscal year 2026 and 2027 budgets.
City Council and Manassas City Public Schools legislative priorities discussion
The City Council and Manassas City Public Schools will meet for a legislative breakfast. The meeting includes discussions regarding the 2026 legislative priorities for both the City Council and the school system.
Committee will discuss the 1% sales tax referendum.
The Richmond City Public Schools Legislative Committee will review the final state budget details, examine the Virginia Department of Education legislative report, and discuss the Local Composite Index. Members will also consider the proposed 1% sales tax referendum and review the 2026-27 legislative calendar. The…
Fauquier County School Board reviews financial reports and various service agreements
The School Board will receive reports regarding human resources and school division finances. The meeting includes a consent agenda to approve several annual memorandums of understanding for student services, career coaching, and regional partnerships.
Council discusses a proposed 1% sales tax increase.
The joint work session will review the FY25 capital‑improvement funding request, provide an update on the Walnut Hill Elementary School construction project, and hear a FY27 state‑budget briefing. Officials will also discuss a compensation and classification study for the school system and a proposal to raise the city…
Audit Committee to review final reports, risk assessment, and charter
The Arlington Public Schools Audit Committee will meet virtually to discuss several audit-related items, including a risk assessment by RSM, final reports on SSEM and consulting contracts, an ER draft report, and updates on the financial fraud, waste, and abuse line. The committee will also consider revising the…
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 to consider FY2026 budget amendment and zoning exception
The Board of Supervisors will discuss a budget amendment for school capital projects, emergency services, and opioid settlements. The meeting includes a public hearing for a zoning exception at 2082 Fleeton Road and reports on county timberlands and VDOT roadwork.
Board will vote on a 1% sales tax referendum to fund school capital projects
The Board of Supervisors will consider a resolution to place a referendum on the ballot for a 1% sales tax to support the School Division's capital projects. It will also hear lease proposals for county-owned property at Boykin’s Tavern and the Blackwater River Park. Several budget appropriations are on the consent…