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Powhatan supervisors adopt FY2026 operating and capital budgets; board emphasizes earlier public engagement
Summary
After public workshops and hearings, the Powhatan County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved the FY2026 operating and capital budgets and adopted a fee schedule ordinance on April 28.
The Powhatan County Board of Supervisors adopted the FY2026 operating and capital budgets at its April 28 meeting, following a series of workshops and a public hearing. The board approved the package in a roll-call vote; the resolution authorizing the FY2026 operating and capital budgets passed by a unanimous vote.
The board’s adoption included cash-funded capital items and financing for previously authorized borrowing. County staff and board members emphasized the need for earlier and more frequent public engagement during the budget process; supervisors said they plan additional town-hall–style outreach ahead of the next budget cycle. Several supervisors also noted the budget’s pressure on local taxpayers and discussed potential future relief options for older residents and veterans.
Key details and next steps - The adopted resolution (R2025-20) implements the operating and capital budgets presented at the public hearing held last week. The board noted some cash-funded capital projects in FY26 and said any additional debt-funded projects would require further public hearings and board votes. - The board also adopted ordinance O2025-12, amending the county fee schedule. A redline and clean version of future fee-schedule proposals were requested by a supervisor to make comparisons easier. - Board members noted the county’s continuing discussions with financial advisers to determine timing and borrowing needs for projects that have been proposed for school facilities and courthouse elevator work; staff said additional public hearings will be scheduled where borrowing will increase the budget beyond the 1% advertising threshold.
Vote The measure passed by roll-call vote: Supervisor McClung—Aye; Supervisor Powers—Aye; Supervisor Kenny—Aye; Supervisor Morissette—Aye; Chair Donati—Aye.
Speakers and comments referenced in this article include staff presentations, board members’ budget remarks, and public commenters who urged scrutiny of line-item increases and sought greater transparency.
