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Aug 18, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Lee County Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting
The Board held public hearings regarding the proposed disposition of real property and an amendment to the fiscal year budget to provide additional school funding. A presentation on a forensic audit of the school system and department of social services highlighted internal control gaps. The Board approved the disbursement of ARPA funds for the Western Lee Sewer Project, IT hardware and software purchases, and a supplemental appropriation for the school budget. Additionally, the Board adopted a resolution for personal property tax relief, addressed debt forgiveness for the Economic Development Authority, made various appointments to the Airport Authority, and authorized the advertisement for an animal and litter control position.
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The Board of Supervisors addressed a variety of agenda items including the approval of a Special Use Permit for a Refuse Collection Center, authorization for the County Administrator to apply for a Virginia Fire Programs Grant, and the approval of a contract with LENOWISCO for AMLER funding administration. The Board also discussed and approved the purchase of iPads for board members and staff, parking lot maintenance for several county facilities, and the acquisition of a mini-split for the Central Garage. Additional business included appointing members to the Board of Zoning Appeals and the Dryden Water Authority, adopting a resolution for a bridge naming request, and approving a Memorandum of Understanding with the Department of Social Services. The Board also reviewed and corrected tax levies, approved the FY2026-27 Budget and Appropriations Resolution, authorized various supplemental appropriations, accepted police vehicle bids, and acquired new software for the Building Inspector's office.
Jun 29, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Lee County Board of Supervisors Recessed Meeting
The board approved year-end disbursements and adopted tax levies for the upcoming fiscal year. Key financial actions included the adoption of the fiscal year 2026-2027 budget and appropriation resolution, as well as the approval of various supplemental appropriations and budget transfers across multiple departments. The board made appointments to the Mountain Empire Community College Board and the Social Services Board. Additionally, the session included discussions regarding budget balancing, reimbursement concerns involving the Department of Social Services, and personnel matters conducted in a closed session. The board also authorized the closure of the transfer station for the July 4 holiday, approved additional funding for a forensic audit, and granted the County Administrator authority over personnel hiring and termination for the remainder of the fiscal year.
Jun 18, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Lee County Board Of Supervisors Recessed Meeting
The Board held a public hearing on the proposed county budget for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. Following the hearing, the Board approved numerous supplemental appropriations across various departments including Emergency Medical Services, Fire Prevention, E-911, Soil and Water Conservation, Social Services, Head Start, landfill expenses, local sales tax, and juror disbursements. Significant discussions occurred regarding the ongoing forensic audit of the Department of Social Services, specifically concerning the timely submission of requested financial documents. Additionally, the Board mandated new reporting structures for the Animal and Litter Control department and moved to recess the meeting.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
