John Adkins

The Board of Supervisors discussed various administrative and operational matters. Key topics included budget amendments, grant application requests for opioid abatement and community partnerships, and infrastructure project requests, specifically for water and sewer extensions and fire department equipment. The Board also reviewed proposals for local tourism regional recognition, zoning ordinance amendments, and adjustments to personnel positions within the Sheriff's Office. Additionally, the Board heard reports from VDOT and the Central Virginia Land Conservancy regarding land preservation and conservation easements, and conducted a work session on the fiscal year budget and agency reviews.

The board conducted a reorganization of its leadership positions. Discussion items included staffing updates, such as the promotion of the Chief Deputy Registrar and plans for hiring a new Deputy Registrar, as well as the potential recruitment of a voting equipment custodian. The board reviewed the 2026 election calendar, including potential special and primary elections, and received updates on relevant state legislation and the FY27 budget. Additionally, the board discussed future training plans for election officers and the standardizing of training manuals.

The meeting included discussions on real estate tax exemption applications for multiple entities, involving an analysis of tax rates for conservation easements versus other property types. The board also adopted an ordinance regarding water and sewer rates for Piney River. Additionally, the county administrator provided an update on the Department of Social Services building project and reviewed monthly departmental data.

The board meeting included a public comment session where citizens addressed issues regarding property reassessment notices and mail delivery delays, as well as requests for support for the upcoming Juneteenth celebration, including a funding request for a recurring budget line item. Additionally, the board recognized the 41-year public service of Thomas T. Harvey with a resolution that honored his contributions to utilities, public education, emergency services, and infrastructure, while also renaming a meeting room in his honor.

The Board of Supervisors addressed several administrative, financial, and infrastructure matters. Presentations were delivered regarding VDOT road maintenance and litter removal, conservation easement opportunities provided by the Central Virginia Land Conservancy, and project progress on the Wild Rose Solar farm. The Board recognized the service of retiring officials, approved the formal request to recognize GO Virginia Region 9 as a distinct tourism region, and authorized truck orders for the Piney River Volunteer Fire Department. Additionally, the Board approved the consolidation of positions within the Sheriff's Office, amended the County Code regarding water and sewer rates for Piney River, and received updates on the 2026 tax reassessment process, opioid abatement funding, and departmental reports including Social Services.